John Wentworth (died 1613) facts for kids
John Wentworth (born in 1564, died in 1613) was an important English politician. He lived at Gosfield Hall in Essex, England. He was known for his work in government and for managing his family's wealth.
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Early Life and Family Home
John Wentworth was the only son of Sir John Wentworth. His mother was Elizabeth Heydon. The family lived at Gosfield Hall in Essex, which was a large and important estate. In 1581, his father inherited Gosfield Hall. John also had a sister named Elizabeth.
His Work in Government
John Wentworth took over his father's estates in 1588. He then began his public service.
High Sheriff of Essex
In 1592, John Wentworth was chosen to be the High Sheriff of Essex. This was an important role, like a chief law enforcement officer for the county. He served in this position until 1593.
Member of Parliament
John Wentworth also became a Member of Parliament. This meant he was part of the group that made laws for England. He represented Essex in Parliament in 1597. Later, in 1601, he represented Wootton Bassett. He didn't leave many detailed records of his work in Parliament.
Managing Family Wealth
Even though he wasn't very active in Parliament, John Wentworth was very good at managing his family's money and lands. He helped to make the family's estates much larger and more valuable. This was a big achievement, especially because his wife's father had left behind many debts. John worked hard to sort out these financial problems. He was also known for being very kind and giving money to people who were poor.
His Family Life
John Wentworth married Cicely Upton. Her mother was Lady Anne Seymour, whose father was a very important duke. John and Cicely had several children together.
Their Children
- Sir John Wentworth (born around 1583, died 1631): He was their oldest son. He later became the 1st Baronet of Gosfield.
- William Wentworth (1588–1604): He passed away when he was young.
- Elizabeth Wentworth (born around 1589): She married Charles Garneys.
- Diana Wentworth (born around 1590): She married Lewis Bowes.
- Anne Wentworth (1591–1633): She married Sir Edward Gostwick in 1608.
- Cicely Wentworth (1593–1642): She married Thomas Finch in 1609.
John Wentworth passed away in 1613 and was buried at Gosfield. His oldest son, Sir John Wentworth, inherited the family estates. Sadly, his son later spent much of the wealth that John Wentworth had worked so hard to build up. After John's death, his wife Cicely remarried Sir Edward Hoby. She passed away in 1618.
Grandchildren
Through his daughter Cicely, John Wentworth had four grandchildren. One of his grandsons was Heneage Finch, who later became the 3rd Earl of Winchilsea.
