be retained by the Jeffcotts. Unfortunately this was not the case and on February 5, 1886, the property was sold at auction. Today Crofton is a listed building. Death During the latter part of 1891 Jeffcott began to suffer from declining health. His health continued to worsen into 1892 and he died at his home on May 17. Funeral John Moore Jeffcott's funeral took place at St Mary's Church, Castletown on May 20, 1892. Numerous dignitaries including various Members of the House of Keys and members of the judiciary were in attendance. The funeral service was conducted by the Reverend H.S. Gill. Following the service the body was interred in the churchyard of Kirk Arbory. References 1817 births 1892 deaths Manx judges