James McCreath was a Marine Engineer. He married Margaret McIntyre on 9 March 1871 in North Leith, Edinburgh. The family took up residence in Liverpool. They had six children:
James (Jim) McCreath born 16 December 1873, Everton. Married Mabel Ruth Barass
John McCreath born ?? No information.
Meg McCreath born ??. Married George Bruce.
Nell McCreath born ?? Married name Bellis.
Eva McCreath born ?? Married name Kent