William Eke was christened on 23rd February 1706 in East Dereham, and was the son of Francis Eke (1684) and Mary Lance. He married Elizabeth Pattrick around 1731.

Sources
• 1. International Genealogical Index. William Eke. Born 23 Feb 1706, East Dereham. Father: Francis. Mother: Mary Lance. • 2. Lorraine Hooper's Data. William Eke. Christened 23 Feb 1706, East Dereham. Married Elizabeth Pattrick.