Abraham Goodman (1901 - 1991)

Abraham Goodman, known as Abe, is the wife of Theresa Yewdall, my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Lewis Goodman (1874 - 10 July 1933) and Mary Taylor (1876 - 28 March 1961)

Tombstones for Lewis and Mary. They are buried at the Hilltop Jewish Cemetery, Leeds, England. Note that Mary's date of birth varies from 1870 to 1877 depending on the document!

Born: 15 February 1901 in Leeds, England

Hebrew name: Avraham Aba son of Ariyeh

Married: Theresa Yewdall (Tessie) in Leeds, England on 24 February 1925. Abraham was 24 and Tessie was 20

Abe and Tessie on their wedding day, 24 February 1925. Abe's brother Max, subsequently married Tessie's sister Muriel on 7 October 1931 also in Leeds, England

Children

Their first child was born in 1928 when Abe was 26 and Tessie 23. Their second and last child was born in 1931 when Abe was 30 and Tessie was 27

• Mervyn Goodman 1928 - 2004
• Brain Goodman 1931 - 

Occupation: General medical practitioner

Census details

1901

The family are living at no 17 Browns Yard, Leeds, England. Louis Goodman is the father age 26 and a tailor and born in Russia. Mary his wife is age 24 also born in Russia and Abram one is month old

1911

The family are now living at 45 Samuel street, Leeds. Louis is 37, still in tailoring, but now an employer rather than an employee, doing coat marking up. Mary is 34, Abraham (Abby) is now 10. New additions to the family are Isaac age 9, Marks (Max) age 7, Barnett age 2 and an infant son (Joseph) under one month old. All the children were born in Leeds. Living with the family is Mary's brother Isaac Taylor age 24 and a servant, Minnie Cohen age 22

1921

The Goodman family are now living at 68 Harehills Avenue, Leeds. His father Louis is 46 and a master tailor, self employed and operating out of premises at 24 Enfield Terrace, Roundhay Road, Leeds. His mother Mary is 41. The children are Abraham age 20 and a medical student, Isaac age 18, Max age 17, Bernard age 12, Joseph age 10 and Fanny age 8 years and 7 months. All the children were born in Leeds. Living with the family is Abel Chait a married brother-in-law age 26 years and 4 months

1939 register

In 1939 Abe and his wife Tessie are living at "Corse Hey" Queens Drive, Liverpool. She is a housewife and he is a Doctor (general medical practitioner)

Death
4 May 1991 at age 90 in Liverpool, England. Buried in the Long Lane Cemetery, England, plot Anew L.1

In loving memory of Dr Abraham Goodman who passed away 4th May 1991, aged 90 years. Deeply mourned by his sons, daughters-in-law, brother, grand-children and great grand-children. May his dear soul rest in peace. A gentle gentleman. Blessed with wit and wisdom.

Hebrew translation: "[abbreviation] Here is buried/ a man esteemed and honored/ financial supporter and leader of his community/ Mr. Avraham Aba son of Mr. Aryeh/ passed away on the 20th day of Iyyar, year 5751/ [bottom line below English inscription, abbreviation] May his soul be bound in the bond of life."

Probate

Abraham Goodman Probate 25 October 1991. His address is listed as 1 Hornby Lane, Liverpool. The value of his estate was £224,775

Document

Letter from Tessie and Abe to my mother on the announcement of her engagement. Dated 15 August 1955. When my mother studied in Liverpool in the late 1940s she lived with the Goodman family

Residences

In the 1921 census Abraham and his family are living at 68 Harehills Avenue, Leeds, England

In 1939 Tessie and Abe were listed as living at "Gorse Hey" Queens Drive, Liverpool. It now appears to be a tennis club

At the time of his death in 1991 his address was given as 1 Hornby Lane, Liverpool, England

Theresa Yewdall (1904 - 1970)

Theresa Yewdall, known as Tessie, is my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Albert Yewdall (1875 - 1935) and Rachel Rosenberg (1877 - 1936)

Born: 20 October 1904 in Leeds, England

Hebrew name: Toiba daughter of Nachum Tzvi

Married: Dr Abraham (Abe) Goodman in Leeds, England on 24 February 1925. Abraham was 24 and Tessie was 20

Tessie and Abe on their wedding day, 24 February 1925. Tessie's sister Muriel, subsequently married Abe's brother Max on 7 October 1931 also in Leeds, England

Children

Their first child was born in 1928 when Abe was 26 and Tessie 23. Their second and last child was born in 1931 when Abe was 30 and Tessie was 27

• Mervyn Goodman 1928 - 2004
• Brain Goodman 1931 - 

Census details

1911

Theresa's parents, Albert and Ray are living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 35 and a general dealer in jewellery. Rachel is 33. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 10, Annie age 8, Theresa age 6, and Muriel age 2. They have a two domestic servants, Ellen Donlevy age 42 and Agnes Walker age 16

1921

Albert is age 45 and 10 months and a general dealer in jewellery. He is listed as an employer and working at home. Rachel is 44 years old. With them at home are their children Lena age 24, Edith age 22 and 11 months, Lionel age 21, Tessie age 16 and Muriel age 12. Both Edith and Lionel are employed by Albert

1939 register

In 1939 Tessie and her husband Abe are living at "Corse Hey" Queens Drive, Liverpool. She is a housewife and he is a Doctor (general medical practitioner)

Death
3 March 1970 at age 65 in Liverpool, England. Buried in the Long Lane Cemetery, England, plot Anew L.2

In loving memory of Theresa Goodman. Passed away March 3rd 1970. Aged 65 years. Deeply mourned by her husband, sons, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, sister, relatives and friends. May her dear soul rest in peace. "And let her works praise her in the Gates"

Hebrew translation: "Here lies an honorable and modest woman, the crown of her husband and the glory of her children, Mrs. Taube, daughter of Nachum Tzvi. Died 25 Adar I 5730 to the sorrow of her husband and all the members of her family. Her deeds bring her praise in the gateways (Proverbs 31:31). May her soul be bound up in the bonds of (eternal) life"

Probate

Theresa Goodman Probate 3 November 1970. Her address is listed as Gorse hey Cromptons Lane, Liverpool. The value of her estate was £31,100

Document

Letter from Tessie and Abe to my mother on the announcement of her engagement. Dated 15 August 1955. When my mother studied in Liverpool in the late 1940s she lived with the Goodman family

Residence

In 1939 Tessie and Abe were listed as living at "Gorse Hey" Queens Drive, Liverpool. It now appears to be a tennis club

Annie Yewdall (1902 - 1918)

Annie Yewdall is my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Albert Yewdall (1875 - 1935) and Rachel Rosenberg (1877 - 1936)

Born: (Oct - Dec) 1902 in Leeds, England

Census details

1911

Annie's parents, Albert and Ray are living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 35 and a general dealer in jewellery. Rachel is 33. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 10, Annie age 8, Theresa age 6, and Muriel age 2. They have a two domestic servants, Ellen Donlevy age 42 and Agnes Walker age 16

Death
30 October 1918 at age 15 in leeds, England. Buried in the Hilltop Jewish Cemetery Section UHT_D, Row I, Plot 25

Tombstone for Lionel Yewdall. In Loving memory of Annie Yewdall who died on 30 October 1918 aged 15 years. Deeply mourned by her parents and her sisters and brothers and by all who knew her. MHDSRIP

Document

Yewdall - On the 30th of October Annie Yewdall, aged 15, dearly beloved daughter of Mr and Mrs A. Yewdall, "Ashbourne" Chapeltown Rd, Leeds. Deeply mourned by her sorowing parents, sisters, brother, relatives and friends. May he dear soul rest in peace. Jewish Chronicle death announcement 8 November 1918

Lionel Yewdall (1900 - 1960)

Lionel Yewdall is my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Albert Yewdall (1875 - 1935) and Rachel Rosenberg (1877 - 1936)

Born: 4 May 1900 in Leeds, England

Hebrew name: Aryeh Leib son of Nachum Tzvi

Census details

1901

Lionel's parents Albert and Ray are married and living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 25 and a travelling jeweller. Rachel is 23. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 10 months. Living with them is a domestic servant, Kate Robinson, age 25

1911

Albert and Ray are living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 35 and a general dealer in jewellery. Rachel is 33. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 10, Annie age 8, Theresa age 6, and Muriel age 2. They have a two domestic servants, Ellen Donlevy age 42 and Agnes Walker age 16

1921

Albert is age 45 and 10 months and a general dealer in jewellery. He is listed as an employer and working at home. Rachel is 44 years old. With them at home are their children Lena age 24, Edith age 22 and 11 months, Lionel age 21, Tessie age 16 and Muriel age 12. Both Edith and Lionel are employed by Albert

1939 register

Lionel is living at 112 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds, England. It is today the site of the Roscoe Methodist Church which opened in 1974. Listed as a retired single man having never worked

Death
7 February 1960 at age 59 in leeds, England. Buried in the Hilltop Jewish Cemetery Section UHT_A, Row B, Plot 44

Tombstone for Lionel Yewdall. In loving memory of Lionel Yewdall, died 7th February 1960, aged 60 years. Always remembered by his devoted sisters, brothers-in-law and relatives. Rest in Peace

Hebrew translation "Here is buried Aryeh Leib son of Mr. Nahum Tsvi. Died 9 Sh’vat (5)720, 60 years old. May his soul be bound up in the bond of (eternal) life"

Probate

Lionel Yewdall Probate 26 May 1960. His address is listed as Meanwood park Hospital, Leeds. The value of his effects was £78 3s 10d and his beneficiary is his sister Theresa Goodman, the wife of Abraham Goodman

Simon Winroope (1897 - 1946)

Simon Winroope is the husband of Edith Yewdall, my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents:  David Winroope (1868 - 1929) and Annie (1867 - 1950)

Born: 22 January 1897 in Leeds, England

Married: Edith Yewdall in Leeds, England on 20 June 1922

Children

Their first child was born in 1925 when Simon was 28 and Edith 27. Their last child was born when Simon was 33 and Edith 31

• Jean Hilary Winroope 1925 - 1984
• Dena Winroope 1930 - 1987

Occupation: Chemist (pharmacist)

Census details

1901

Simon and his family are living in Templar Street, Leeds, England. His father is David Winroope age 33, born in Austria and a drapery traveller. His mother is Annie age 32 also born in Austria. The children are Sarah age 13, Morris age 10, Rachel age 7 and all born in Austria and Simon age 3 and Ellen age 0 both born in Leeds

1911

Simon and his family are still living in Leeds, England. His father David Winroope is age 42, born in Austria and a pedlar in the drapery industry. He and his family were naturalised in 1903. His mother is Annie age 41 also born in Austria. The children still living at home are Sarah age 22, Morris age 10, Rachel age 17 and all born in Austria and Simon age 13, Ellen age 10, Solomon age 8 and Freda age 1, all born in Leeds

1939 register

In 1939 Simon and his wife Edith who were married in 1922 are living at 306 Edward Rd., Birmingham. With them is a domestic worker Catherine Larner age 18

Death
6 February 1946 at age 49 in Birmingham, England

Probate

Simon Winroope Probate 25 September 1946. His address is listed as 92 Anderton Park Rd, Moseley, Birmingham, England. The value of his effects was £14,399 4s 1d.

Residence

In the 1939 register Edith and Simon Winroope are listed as living at 306 Edward Rd, Birmingham, England

At the time of his death in 1946 Simon is listed as living at 92 Anderton Park Rd, Moseley, Birmingham

Edith Yewdall (1898 - 1978)

Edith Yewdall is my maternal 3rd cousin 2x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Albert Yewdall (1875 - 1935) and Rachel Rosenberg (1877 - 1936)

Born: 15 July 1898 in Leeds, England

Married: Simon Winroope in Leeds, England on 20 June 1922

Children

Their first child was born in 1925 when Simon was 28 and Edith 27. Their last child was born when Simon was 33 and Edith 31

• Jean Hilary Winroope 1925 - 1984
• Dena Winroope 1930 - 1987

Census details

1901

Edith's parents Albert and Ray are married and living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 25 and a travelling jeweller. Rachel is 23. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 0. Living with them is a domestic servant, Kate Robinson, age 25

1911

Albert and Ray are living at 9 Lovell Rd, Leeds, England. He is age 35 and a general dealer in jewellery. Rachel is 33. Their children are Lena age 14, Edith age 12, Lionel age 10, Annie age 8, Theresa age 6, and Muriel age 2. They have a two domestic servants, Ellen Donlevy age 42 and Agnes Walker age 16

1921

Albert is age 45 and 10 months and a general dealer in jewellery. He is listed as an employer and working at home. Rachel is 44 years old. With them at home are their children Lena age 24, Edith age 22 and 11 months, Lionel age 21, Tessie age 16 and Muriel age 12. Both Edith and Lionel are employed by Albert

1939 register

In 1939 Edith is now married and she and her husband Simon are living at 306 Edward Rd., Birmingham. With them is a domestic worker Catherine Larner age 18

Death
27 October 1978 at age 80 in Birmingham, England

Probate

Edith Winroope Probate 5 February 1979. Her address is listed as Joy Silverstone Home Park Rd, Moseley, Birmingham. The value of her effects was £38,913

Residence

In the 1939 register Edith and Simon Winroope are listed as living at 306 Edward Rd, Birmingham, England

Barbara Berson (1929 - 2005)

Barbara Berson is my maternal 4th cousin 1x removed. Yewdall family tree Here

Parents: Albert Jacob Berson (1894 - 1961) and Lena Yewdall (1897 - 1955)

Born: 20 January 1929 in Leeds, England

Hebrew name: Bryna daughter of Avraham Yaakov

Married: Lester Denis Jackson (6 September 1918 - 29 April 1985) in Leeds, England in (Jan - Mar) 1957

Children

• Angela Jackson
• Alan Jackson

Census details

1939 register

In 1939 the family are living at 6 Montagu Drive, Leeds. Her father Albert is a Ladies retail outfitter. Their children are Myer Louis age 15 and Barbara age 10

Death
2 June 2005, Leeds, England, at 61 years of age. Buried in the United Hebrew Congregation (UHC) Cemetery UHS_L, Row 14, Plot 16

Tombstone for Barbara Jackson. In loving memory of Barbara Jackson who passed away 2nd June 2005, aged 76 years. Devoted wife of Lester Denis Jackson loving mother of Angela (Morris) and Alan. Dear mother-in-law of Joe and Ann, adored grandma of Daniel, Sara, Joseph and Bella. Sadly missed by all who knew her. Rest in Peace.

Hebrew translation: ""(Acronym) Here is buried/ The woman Bryna daughter of Avraham Yaakov/ Died 24 Iyyar 5765/
(Acronym) May her soul be bound in the Bond of Life"

Her husband, Lester Denis Jackson, died on 29 April 1985, Leeds, England, at 66 years of age. Buried in the United Hebrew Congregation (UHC) Cemetery UHS_L, Row 14, Plot 15

Tombstone for Lester Denis Jackson. In loving memory of Lester Denis Jackson who passed away 29th April 1985, aged 66 years. Devoted husband of Barbara, loving father of Angela and Alan, father-in-law and brother. Sadly missed by his family and friends. Rest in Peace

Residence

In 1939 Barbara was living at 6 Montagu Drive Leeds, England