Anne Speke

1740–1867 (age 127)

Biography

Anne Speke (1740–1867) supported the affairs of her community with a discerning mind, lending her influence to the local conversation in a time when such civic care enabled parishes to thrive.

The Church of All Saints, Wroxton, honors her memory, recalling the steady encouragement she offered to her neighbours and to the charitable undertakings of the village.