Reuben Sissons

Reuben Sissons was born in 1864 in Ilkeston Derbyshire. He was schoolmaster at Newbold School for 25 years. Reubens was married to Clara who originated from Wolverhampton.

Reuben was a teacher and musician. He held the position of organist and choirmaster at St Mathews Church Worthington for 18 years. His service to the church is commemorated on a tablet which hangs in St Matthews. He died in 1918 aged 55 years.