William was born in 1790. William's father was William Simpson and his mother was Rachel. He died at the age of 78 on November 19th, 1868 in Lossiemouth.1
Death Notes
NM253145 WILLIAM SIMPSON c. 1790 to 19 NOV 1868
Occupation : COASTGUARD Date of Birth : c. 1790 Place of Birth : ENGLAND Spouse's Name : REBECCA RACK Date of Marriage : 13 APR 1814 Place of Marriage : LINCOLNSHIRE Date of Death : 19 NOV 1868 Place of Death : LOSSIEMOUTH
Occupation Details
From August 8th, 1818 William's occupation was Coastguard in Scarborough. He was promoted from this position on January 13th, 1821.
From January 13th, 1821 his occupation was Commissioned Boatman in Uzon.
From June 7th, 1828 his occupation has been Coastguard in Lossiemouth.1
Occupation Notes
AD175/22 p77
From February 13th, 1850 his occupation was Commissioned Boatsman for Coastguard, in Burgh Head. He retired on June 22nd, 1866.2