Born 1825 at Coleorton Moor, baptised 14 Feb 1825 as John Toone Platts at Coleorton, parents Joseph and Mary. Married Sarah Berkin 1 Sep 1851 at Whitwick. Died 16 Mar 1898 at Coleorton Moor, buried 19 Mar 1898 at Coleoton. Probate granted 27 May 1902 at Leicester.