Born 13 Sep 1830 at Coleorton, parents Joseph Platts and Mary Toone.Married Mary Kendrick 31 Jul 1855 at Donisthorpe, Derbyshire.Children: Sarah b1856; Ellen b1859; John J b1862; George b1865; Mary A b 1869;Died Jan-Mar 1891 at Coleorton Moor.