Background
Palmer, John Chance was born on March 21, 1920 in London. Son of Ernest Clephan and Claudine (Sapey) Palmer.
Palmer, John Chance was born on March 21, 1920 in London. Son of Ernest Clephan and Claudine (Sapey) Palmer.
Master of Arts, Oxford (England) University, 1939; Doctor of Laws (honorary), Exeter U., 1980.
Partner, Bevan Ashford Solicitors, Tiverton, England, 1950-1985; consultant, Bevan Ashford Solicitors, Tiverton, England, since 1985. Chairman International Technology U.
Past chairman various charitable organizations. D.L. Devon, England, 1984. Vice-lord Lieutenant Devon, England, 1991-1995.
Served with English Navy, 1939-1946. Member Law Society (president 1978-1979), American Bar Association (honorary), Canada Bar Association (honorary), Florida Defense Lawyers Association (honorary), Royal Yacht Squadron.
Married Mary Winifred Ellyatt, February 5, 1945. Children: Christopher, David, Edward, Charles.