David Woodroffe, Alderman of London

David Woodroffe, Haberdasher

David Woodroffe was apprenticed to John Hill of the Haberdashers' Company and became a freeman of the company in 1526. John Hill was probably his father in law.

Sheriff 1554-5. Died 24 Mar 1563; Will (21 Chayre) 26 Jun 1560; proved 22 May 1563.

His son, Sir Nicholas, was Lord Mayor 1579-80, and his daughter Mary was mother of Sir William Stonhouse, 1st Baronet of Radley.

Had a stroke in 1560 which left him severely incapacitated.

Sources:

• The Aldermen of the City of London
• Haberdashers, apprentices and freemen 1526-1933