According to Rylestone parish register Tophan took orders in 1568 and started serving at the chapel in Jan 1568/9 following William Silson. He was appointed rector of one mediety of Burnsall 29 July 1596 (Institution Act Book 3 f286r), and Dean of Craven 1599 (Biographies of Burnsall rectors in STAVERT, W J ed The parish register of Burnsall-in-Craven published YPRS). He was buried 30 Jan 1618/9 at Burnsall (Burnsall parish registers). Information supplied by Margaret Schofield 02/02/2018
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1592 | Libc | Toppan, John | Rilston / | Curate | View |
| 1619 | Vac(Death) | Tophan, Johannes | Burnesall / | Rector | View |