Will of Thomas Jenken of Shipton 1470 (proved 1471)

Herts RO 2AR1

[translated from Latin]

In etc. 12 November AD 1470 I Thomas Jenken of Shypton of the parish of Wynselowe sound of mind make my will in this way.  First I bequeath my soul [to almighty God - - - ] and my body to be buried in the churchyard of the parish church of Wynselowe aforesaid. Item I bequeath to the high [altar - - - ] and to the other altars in the church 4 bushels of the same.  Item to the repair of the torches 2 bushels of malt. [Item to the] repair of the porch 2 bushels of malt.  The residue etc. I give and bequeath to my executor. And William Jenkyn [ - - - ] I make and appoint my executor etc.

[ Probate 20 Aug 1471]