William Eke was born around 1655, possibly in Norwich, and married a woman called Martha. He died in East Dereham on 20th January 1705/6. William's will, dated 1705/6, leaves his property to his children - see "The Pomfrey family, Appendix B" for the contents.

Sources
• 1. Eunice Bess's data. William Eke, born around 1655 and married Martha. Probably the father of Francis (1684). • 2. ANF Will. William Eke. East Dereham. 1705. W172 153 (MF 222).