Ansel was born in 1786 and his christening took place on April 2nd, 1786 in Ashdon, Essex, England.1 Ansel's father was John Barker and his mother is Mary. His paternal grandfather was Robt. Barker and his paternal grandmother is Mary Matthews. He was an only child. He died in 1786. He was buried on August 6th, 1786 in Ashdon, Essex, England.1