Walter Olifard (died 1242) facts for kids
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Walter de Olifard
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| Died | 1242 |
| Buried | Melrose Abbey |
| Noble family | Olifard family |
Sir Walter de Olifard (died 1242) was an important Scottish noble. He was known as the Lord of Bothwell and Abernethy. This meant he was a powerful leader in those areas. He also held a very important job called Justiciar of Lothian. This was like being a chief judge or a top legal officer for the Lothian region in Scotland.
Walter's Life Story
Walter de Olifard was the oldest son of Walter de Olifard and Christiana de Strathearn. People called him "the younger" to tell him apart from his father.
Walter had a very important role in Scotland. He worked as the Justiciar of Lothian for many years. He held this high legal position from 1221 until 1242. This job involved making sure laws were followed in the area.
He also helped build a church in Ormiston, near Bothwell. This church was dedicated to Saint Catherine.
His Family and Children
Walter de Olifard was married to a woman named Isabella. Her name was recorded at the time of his death.
Walter and Isabella had several children together:
- William de Olifard, who married Isabel Douglas. They also had children.
- Hugh de Olifard
- Walter de Olifard
