He came from Yorkshire, england in 1635, and was one of the founders of the town of Concord, Massachusetts. June 2, 1641, he was made freeman. He removed to Marlboro, where he resided at the time of his death. He made his will October 21, 1667, and it was probated December 17, 1667. In this will he leaves to his heirs fifteen parcels of land containing six hundred and twenty-six acres and other property appraised at five hundred and ninety-six pounds twelve shillings, Concord; and property of the value of thirty-six pounds eighteen shillings in Marlborough.