Father of Isaac Ambrose (19073) and Henry (21560).
H. Fishwick, The History of the Parish of Garstang, Chetham Soc., 2 vols., vols. 104-5 (1878-9), 2.157, gives date of institution as 9 Feb. 1571/2 because of resignation of Ellis Ambrose,who nominated his successor, citing York records. VCH Lancs., 3.244 gives institution as 19 Feb. 1571/2, because of deprivation of Ellis, patrons then Thomas Hopford, Richard Ambrose and Henry Webster.
Richard was described as 'no preacher' in 1610. Bur. chancel of Ormskirk church, 7 Feb. 1612/3, VCH Lancs. 3.244n.
Abstract of will in Fishwick, Garstang, 2.158-60.
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1571 | Ordi(ordination) | Ambrose, Ricardus | / | deacon | View |
| 1572 | Appt(Institution) | Ambrose, Richardus | Ormeskirke / | Vicar | View |
| 1578 | Libc | Ambrose, Richard | Ormyskyrke / | Vicar | View |
| 1592 | Libc | Ambrose, Richard | Ormisechurch / | Vicar | View |
| 1609 | Libc | Ambrose, Richard | Ormeskirk / | Vicar | View |
| 1613 | Vac(natural death) | Ambrose, Richardus | Ormeskerke / | Vicar | View |