Thomas French was born about 1532 in Arkesden, co. Essex, England. He died on 27 Jan 1613 in Halstead, co. Essex, England. He was married to Elizabeth in 1587.

Elizabeth was born about 1534 in Wethersfield, co. Essex, England. Children were:

i. John French was born about 1559.
ii. Robert French was born about 1559.
iii. William French was born about 1559.
iv. Francis French was born about 1559.
v. Mary French was born about 1560 in Wethersfield, co. Essex, England.
vi. Thomas French.
vii. Elizabeth French was born about 1563 in Wethersfield, co. Essex, England.