Ellis Crispe

Ellis Crispe (1562–1625) was a merchant, alderman[1] and Sheriff of London.

[2] He was born in Marshfield, Gloucestershire[3] the son of Thomas Crispe and Elizabeth Steward.

[4] He died on 3 November 1625[5] shortly after being elected Sheriff[6] and is buried in St Mildred, Bread Street.

[7] His lengthy will was proved on 7 November 1625 at the Prerogative Court of Canterbury.

[8] In his will, he made bequests to the poor of Bread Street, the town of Marshfield and the Officers of the Salters' Company.