John Wheeley Lea

John Wheeley Lea
Lea painted in 1850 during his time as mayor
Born1792
Died23 March 1874(1874-03-23) (aged 82)
Occupation(s)Pharmacist, manufacturer
Known forCompany and co-founder of Lea & Perrins
Mayor of Worcester
In office
1835–1835
Mayor of Worcester
In office
1849–1850

John Wheeley Lea (1792 - March 23 1874) was an English chemist, mayor, and co-founder of Lea & Perrins. Along with William Henry Perrins, Lea invented Worcestershire sauce.