John Downall (1803–1872) was the Archdeacon of Totnes from 1859 until 1872.
Occupation
chaplain, curate, vicar
Born
1803
Died
1872
Overview
John Downall (1803–1872) was the Archdeacon of Totnes from 1859 until 1872.
He was the only son of James Downall of Liverpool and studied at Magdalen Hall, Oxford, graduating BA in 1826 and MA in 1829. He was ordained deacon in 1826 at Eccleshal, Staffordshire. His first post was as Curate at Blidworth. He then became Chaplain to the Earl of Burlington before a stint as Vicar of St George's Church, Kidderminster.
References
1803 births
1872 deaths
Archdeacons of Totnes
Alumni of Magdalen Hall, Oxford
Clergy from Liverpool