John Pakington | |
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| Sheriff of Worcestershire | |
| In office 1595, 1607 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1549 |
| Died | 18 January 1625 |
| Spouse | Dorothy Smith |
| Children | 3, including John |
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| Nickname | Lusty Pakington |
Sir John Pakington (1549 – 18 January 1625) of Aylesbury was a courtier in the reigns of Elizabeth I and James I. He was a favourite of Elizabeth's who nicknamed him "Lusty Pakington" for his physique and sporting abilities. Away from court he held a number of official positions including Sheriff of Worcestershire in 1595 and in 1607.