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     Mathew was born circa 1750.¹ He married Comfort Ewell, daughter of George Hope Ewell and Tabitha (-----), circa 1773.² Mathew "Kilman" "Jobs Isld" is listed as a head of household in Acc Parish in the 1800 census, aged over 45. "Jobs Isld" is obviously Jobes Island which is on the southern shoreline entrance to Guilford Creek. In his will written 5 Feb 1805, Mathew Kilmon named a wife Comfort; sons Charles E. and Thomas Kilmon; and daughters Frances Kilmon, Peggy Kilmon, Nancy Parks, Sally Wessels, and Tabbey Taylor. Witnesses were Robert Young and William Kilmon. William Ewell, William Kilmon and Absalom Lewis joined for security for the bond to probate (Acc Co Wills, 1806-1809, p. 162). He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹ Mathew's will was probated on 29 June 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Mathew died in 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Comfort was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. Comfort Ewell's birth circa 1755, is based on her age in 5 Acc Co census: 1800, (wife of Mathew), aged over 45; as head of household in the following - 1810 aged over 45; 1820 aged over 45; 1830 aged 70-80; and 1840 aged 70-80. The combination of all of these, except the last, indicate that she was born between 1750 and 1755. The last indicates she was born between 1760 and 1770. Since she was not listed in the 1850 Acc Co census, it is assumed she died circa 1845..² She married Mathew 'Marthey' Killmon, son of William Killmon, circa 1773.¹ Comfort was named in her father's will on 7 October 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Comfort Kilmon in the will of George H. Ewell. She was to have 8 acres of land for life..¹ She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.² She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.² She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.³ Comfort died circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Edmund was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA. Edmund was named in his father's will on 15 September 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Edmund in the will of Devorax Godwin. He and his brother Daniel were given Devoraux's remaing 400 acres in Whitelaw's tract A147 south of Temperanceville. A survey showed there was 410 acres, which were divided equally. Edmund got the south half which he owned well into the next century.^2,3 He married Anne Gray 'Nancy' Godwin, daughter of Archibald (421) Godwin and Vianna Gray Pitts, on 23 October 1797 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ Edmund made a will on 14 February 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Edmund Godwin a piece of land from the corner tree of Henry Miles to ... at the line of Joseph Conquest ... To son Littleton from … between me & Purnell Chesser, thence north to the land of Joseph Conquest including the orchard. To son William Godwin from … to tree between me & Nancy Shay ... To son John from ... to the land Teackle & Joseph Conquest. To Harriet Godwin ... To Rachel Ann Godwin a Negro girl Orpha. To Susanna Godwin ... To son Littleton Godwin ... Negro boys Jacob & Stephen. To son Joseph Godwin what things I lent him when he was married. To Obeah John(?) (Obedience Johnson(?)) a Negro man Nat to be hired out to support he & his mother. To Nancy Fitchett … & what I lent her mother when she was married. I give Denard & Edward Fitchett a (Negro woman) & her increase for their support. To son Edmund G. Godwin & John E. Godwin ... To my son Edmund Godwin, my son William Godwin (&) my son (_____) Godwin the remainder of my Negroes. Son Edmund Godwin Extr. Witt: William Duncan, Joseph Conquest & Meshack Fisher. Prob: Joseph B. Godwin, one of the children of said Edmund Godwin Sr., appeared by George P. Scarburgh & Thomas H. Bayly his attorneys & contested the probate of said will & Joseph B. Godwin prayed an appeal to the next superior Court of Law & Chancery to be held for this County. Edmund G. Godwin the named Extr. was granted a certificate for probate with David Broadwater & Spencer Drummond securities.⁵ Edmund died before 30 March 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Anne was born circa 1777 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Edmund (426) Godwin Sr., son of Devorax (177) Godwin III and Esther (76) Bayly, on 23 October 1797 at Northampton Co, VA.² Anne was named in her father's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Anne Gray Godwin, wife of Edmund Godwin, and mother of my grandson Joseph Godwin, in the will of Archibald Godwin.³

     Littleton was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Littleton was named in his father's will on 14 February 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Littleton Godwin in the will of Edmund Godwin Sr.²

     William was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Harriet Major Mason, daughter of Bennett Mason and Rachel Duncan, on 26 February 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel Fitchett & Felix Bull were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Godwin of Edmund and Harriet Mason of Bennett..² William was named in his father's will on 14 February 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Godwin in the will of Edmund Godwin Sr.³ He made a will on 20 August 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. James K. Duncan Extr. & my property to my 4 children [not named]. Witt: Lewis Nock, Samuel S. Nock & James Brittingham..⁴ William died before 29 August 1836.⁴

     John was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will before 29 August 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John E. Godwin in the will of Edmund Godwin Sr.²

     Joseph was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Joseph was named in his grandfather's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Joseph Godwin (under age), son of Edmund by my daughter Anne Gray, and given £50 in the will of Archibald Godwin.⁴ He married Matilda 'Tinney' Fitchett, daughter of Jonathan Fitchett and Ann 'Nancy' (509) Tyson, on 18 December 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. George H. Ewell was the security on the M.L.B. of Joseph B. Godwin of Edmund and Matilda Fitchett of Jon'a..² Joseph was named in his father's will on 14 February 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joseph Godwin in the will of Edmund Godwin Sr. He was given "what things I lent him when he was married." At probate Joseph B. Godwin, one of the children of said Edmund Godwin Sr., appeared by George P. Scarburgh & Thomas H. Bayly his attorneys & contested the probate of said will & Joseph B. Godwin prayed an appeal to the next superior Court of Law & Chancery to be heald for this County. However, Edmund G. Godwin the named Extr. was granted a certificate for probate.⁵ The Godwin Ancestry showed he died in the Chesapeake Bay in 1840, but there is a Joseph Godwin, age 55 in the 1850 census just 2 doors from Edmund Godwin, a 47 year old carpenter. Joseph was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Godwin the head of HH#575, a 55 year old laborer, living alone..³

     Matilda was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.² Matilda was named in her father's will on 24 June 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Tinney in the will of Jonathan Fitchett, Nancy Fitchett.³ Matilda was named in her sister's will on 17 September 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a single sister Tinny Fitchett in the will of Elizabeth Fitchett.⁴ She married Joseph Bailey Godwin, son of Edmund (426) Godwin Sr. and Anne Gray 'Nancy' Godwin, on 18 December 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. George H. Ewell was the security on the M.L.B. of Joseph B. Godwin of Edmund and Matilda Fitchett of Jon'a..¹ As of 18 December 1820,her married name was Godwin.¹ Matilda was named in her mother's will on 28 October 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Matilda Godwin in the will of Nancy Fitchett. And at her death to her son Obeah Godwin.⁵ Matilda witnessed a will on 17 April 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Nock (of Z.), William H. Nock & Matilda Godwin witnessed the will of Elizabeth Joynes.⁶ Matilda was listed with her son in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Matilda Godwin, age 62, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.²

     Jonathan Fitchett was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Jonathan was named in his father's will on 13 January 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Jonathan Fitchett in the will of Salathiel Fitchett, wife Shady.¹ Jonathan witnessed a will on 18 March 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Bloxam & Jonathan Fitchet witnessed the will of Leah Pettigrew.² He married Elizabeth Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham and Elizabeth (-----), on 15 January 1783 at Northampton Co, VA. John Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Fitchett and Elizabeth Nottingham.³ He married Ann 'Nancy' (509) Tyson, daughter of Nathaniel Tyson and Judith (205) Wilkins, on 30 November 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. Nath'l Tyson was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Fitchet and Nancy Tyson, the daughter of Nath'l..³ Jonathan was named in his father-in-law's will on 21 March 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Jonathan Fitchett in the will of Jacob Nottingham. He also named James Fitchett, who was under age.⁴ Jonathan was named in his father-in-law's will on 25 August 1792 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law Jonathan Fitchet in the will of Nathaniel Tyson, wife Judah.⁵ Jonathan witnessed a will on 30 September 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Young Sr. & Jonathan Fitchett witnessed the will of Joseph Kelly, wife Elizabeth.⁶ Jonathan was named as administrator of an estate on 1 May 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Salathiel Fitchett Sr. was granted to Jonathan Fitchett with James Melvin & Edmund Bayly securities. (NOTE: Evidently this is the Salathiel Fitchett who worte a will in 1767 and it was probated in 1774, but evidently it had not been settled.).⁷ Jonathan made a will on 24 June 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Wife Nancy Fitchett & son Nathaniel F. Fitchett Sr. Extrs. My wife to have possession of my estate during her life & my large Bible & Testament in 2 volumes & my Negro man Jacob & ... & at her death to her 8 children, provided she claims no dower in my son James' Negroes. To son James N. Fitchett my Negroes Dinah & girl child Lidda & boy child Felah. To my 5 daughters Patsy, Betsey, Bitter, Jane & Finney during their natural lives or single lives, whichever may first happen, the use of the small room below & above stairs ... timber from woods adjoining Jesse Miles & John Riley. Each of my 5 single daughters to have as much as my married daughter Nancy has had ... Extr. to refer to my Book of Accounts … My Negro slaves to my 6 daughters divided by my friends Arthur Watson, Bagwell Wharton, Samuel Crippen, William S. Stran & Edmund Godwin. My Negro Tab be brought home the day before the division from Mr. Ewell's … & my wife be allotted her claim of dower in my Negroes. To sons Nathaniel F. Fitchett & Daniel Fitchett the whole of my land & ... when my youngest son arrives to lawful age. Remainder to be divided among my 8 youngest children Patsy, Betsey, Bitter, Nancy, Finney & Jane & Nathaniel & Daniel. Witt: Edward Godwin, Jesse Miles & Noah Riggin.⁸ Jonathan died before 28 April 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.^9,8 He estate was settled on 30 November 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. 1 Dec 1817 (Invy), 3 Dec 1817 (Sale), 28 Apr 1817 (Order to Audit), 11 & 30 Nov 1818 (Audit & Rec'd) - Nancy Fitchett & Nathaniel Fitchett Extrs. In inventory: Bed & ... to widow, Tinny Fitchett, Patsy Fitchett, Betsy Fitchett, Jane Fitchett & Anna Ritter Fitchett. Also Eliza Fitchett, Nancy Ewell, James W. Fitchett. Negroes Peter Sr., Peter Jr., Abel, Candis, Adah, Leah, Tabitha & child, Henry, Hannah, Bridget, Rosey & Catherinah. Appraisers: William Stran, Arthur Watson & Edmund Godwin. Buyers: Nathaniel Fitchett, Nancy Fitchett the widow, Peter Fitchett & Matilda Fitchett. Auditors: William Stran & Arthur Watson.¹⁰

     Obediah was born in 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Obediah was named in his grandmother's will on 28 October 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Obeah Godwin, son of my daughter Matilda Godwin, in the will of Nancy Fitchett.³ He married Elizabeth Bloxom, daughter of William D. Bloxom and Hetty Bloxom, circa 1844.¹ Obediah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Obediah Godwin the head of HH#347, a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500. Listed with him were Elizabeth Godwin, age 20; Matilda A. Godwin, age 3; and Samuel T. Godwin, age 2..² Obediah was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as O.W. Godwin the head of HH#1144, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500 and personal property valued at $1,500. Listed with him were the following Godwins: Elizabeth, age 22; Martha, age 14; Alfred, age 12; Mary J., age 10; M.F., age 7; Geo. W., age 5; and Matilda, age 62.⁴ Obediah died in 1891.¹

     Harriet was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. Harriet was named in her grandfather's will on 6 February 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Harriet Major Mason, daughter of Bennet Mason, in the will of James Duncan..³ Harriet was named in her father's will on 10 March 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Harriet Major Mason in the will of Bennett Mason Sr. of Accomack Parish..² She married William Godwin, son of Edmund (426) Godwin Sr. and Anne Gray 'Nancy' Godwin, on 26 February 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Nathaniel Fitchett & Felix Bull were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Godwin of Edmund and Harriet Mason of Bennett..⁴ Harriet died before 1836. She was not named in the 20 Aug 1836 will of her husband William Godwin..⁵

     Bennett was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. On 28 August 1771, Jacob Bird was appointed guardian of William Mason, Bennet Mason and Nelly Mason, orphans of Bennet Mason (Orders 1770-1773, p.231). He married Rachel Duncan, daughter of James Duncan Sr. and Sarah Mears, on 11 March 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. Bennett Mayson and Rachel Duncann..² He made a will on 10 March 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Bennett Mason Sr., of Accomack Parish. To son William Mason all the land where I now live & all other lands that I have any claim in & ... & Negro Edmund & woman Lucy. To daughter Harriet Major Mason ... & my Negro woman Keziah, girl Bett, girl Charity & ... & ... that was her mother's. To Pamela Andrews Mason ... & Negro woman Judah & Leah & girl Love & ... that was her mother's & also ½ of a note I gave James Duncan Sr. dec'd which he in his will gave to my 2 daughters to be divided, now in the hands of Jesse Duncan his Extr. To daughter Harriet M. Mason the other ½ of that note. Jacob Northam to be guardian to my son William Mason until he comes to lawful age. Friend Arthur Watson to be guardian to my daughter Harriet M. Mason until she comes to lawful age & friend Southey Northam to be guardian to my daughter Pamela A. Mason until lawful age. Friends Southey Northam, Jacob Northam & Arthur Watson Extrs. Witt: Johannas Bird, Edmund Duncan & Southey Northam..³ Bennett died in March 1816.³ Bennett's will was probated on 26 March 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Nicholas P. Godwin & Isaiah Johnson securities..³

     Archibald was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA. Archibald was named in his father's will on 26 January 1735/36 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Archabell (under 21) in the will of Joseph Godwin, wife Edith. He was to learn to read, write and cypher as far as the rule of three.² He married Ann (222) Powell, daughter of Nathaniel (74) Powell and Sarah Bell, before 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,4 Archibald witnessed a will on 28 May 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Abel Powell, Archibald Godwin & Elizabeth Godwin witnessed the will of Joseph Powell.⁵ Archibald was named in his mother's will on 5 October 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Archibald Godwin in the will of Susanna Powell, son Devorax Godwin Extr.⁶ He bought land in 1759 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Archiblad Godwin bought 344 acres of tract N49 from Jonathan & Sarah Powell. He inturn left his to his son Esau Godwin. It included all of the area east of the seaside road from Indiantown Creek up to the northern extent of the Savage patent land, except for the 200 acres of Michael Savage land in the southwest corner.⁷ Archibald was named in his brother-in-law's will on 14 January 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother-in-law Archibald Godwin in the will of Devorax Warren, planter, wife Elizabeth.⁸ He married Vianna Gray Pitts, daughter of Major Pitts, 09 Jul 1776 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA.⁹ Archibald (421) Godwin bought land in 1799 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Archibald Godwin bought part of tract N49 from James Powell and in 1801 Archibald left the Powell land and Houghton land to his son Esau Godwin.¹⁰ Archibald made a will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son Esau the plantation I live on, i.e., all my land northward of the land purchased from James Powell, provided he pays to my grandson Archibald Stringer son of John by my dau. Mary and to my grandson Joseph Godwin son of Edmund by my dau. Anne Gray, when they arrive at lawful age, £50 each. To my son Esau ns. old Hannah, James, Nat, and Martha, my largest still, horses "Celar" and "Damon", mares "Phillis" and "Phenix", wain and yoke of steers, walnut table, best desk, 6 best chairs and corner chair. To my dau. Mary Stringer n. man Telbury and other ns. now in her possession. To my granddau. Susanna dau. of John Stringer by my dau. Mary, my n. girl Jenney. To my granddau. Sarah dau. of John Stringer by my dau. Mary, my n. girl Patience. To my dau. Susanna my ns. Rose, Annis, great Daniel, Ebbin, Abraham, Rose's child Harriot, little Hannah, and George, 6 silver tablespoons, dressing drawers, my best counterpanes, spinning wheel, and a pair of silver sugar tongs. To my dau. Sarah my ns. great Esther, Ibby, Leah, Sophia, Parker, Charles, and little Daniel, 6 silver tablespoons, and 6 teaspoons marked "A+GA", dressing table, and spinning wheel. To my daus. Susanna and Sarah all my right in a bond due me from George Savage, Esq. with (Col.) Littleton Savage security, and my riding chair horse "Topping". To my daus. Susanna and Sarah the use of the land I purchased from James Powell and the land purchased from Jacob Houghton both containing 200 A. for 10 years and then the use of the houses and 2 A. adjoining on both the said tracts if they remain unmarried. To my dau. Anne G. Godwin all the ns. and other property already given her. After the above period of 10 years I give the land to my son Esau excepting the houses and 2 A. if daus. remain single. Son Esau and daus. Susanna and Sarah resid. legatees. If son Esau dies without lawful issue then his legacies to be div. by my said daus. Mary, Susanna, Sarah, and Anne Gray. Son Esau extr. Witt: Parmer Martin, William Satchell, Thomas (X) Mastin.¹¹ Archibald died before 11 May 1801 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,3,11

     Vianna was born circa 1743. As of 12 November 1762,her married name was Jacob.^2,3,1 She married Esau Jacob, son of John Jacob and Mary (-----), 12 Nov 1762 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA.^2,3,1 She married Archibald (421) Godwin, son of Joseph (174) Godwin III and Edith (50) Bayly, 09 Jul 1776 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 9 July 1776,her married name was Godwin.¹ Vianna died circa 1800.

     Levin was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Charlotte Vernelson, daughter of William Vernelson and Sarah 'Sally' Pettitt, on 5 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. John Hickman was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Phillips of Matthias and Charlotte Vernelson of Sally..¹ Levin was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Phillips the head of HH#496, a 55 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Phillips: Charlotte, age 43; James W., a 19 year old laborer; Sarah W., age 18; Kessy B., age 16; Charlotte, age 14 and Levin T., age 2..² Levin was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Atlantic District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Phillips the head of HH#AT11, a 75 year old farmer with real estate valued at $50. Listed with him were the following Phillips: Charlotte, age 62 & keeping house; Sarah, age 37 and at home; and Thomas, a 23 year old carpenter. Also listed with him was James Nock, a 16 year old farm laborer.³

     Charlotte was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Levin Phillips, son of Mathias Phillips Sr., on 5 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. John Hickman was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Phillips of Matthias and Charlotte Vernelson of Sally..³ Charlotte was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Charlotte Phillips, age 43 in HH#496 headed by Levin Phillips, a 55 year old farmer..² Charlotte was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Atlantic District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Charlotte Phillips, a 62 year old house keeper in HH#AT11 headed by Levin Phillips, a 75 year old farmer.⁴

     Mathias was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy Melson, daughter of Isaac Melson and Rachel (-----), on 28 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. John Satchell was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthias Phillips and Nancy Nelson..^1,2 Mathias died before 29 January 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Nancy was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Nancy was named in her father's will on 5 June 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Nancy in the will of Isaac Melson, wife no name..¹ She married Mathias Phillips Jr. on 28 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. John Satchell was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthias Phillips and Nancy Nelson..^2,3

     William was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sarah 'Sally' Pettitt on 17 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Coard was the security on the M.L.B. of William Vermelson and Sarah Pettitt..^2,3 William was named in his father's will on 26 August 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Sarah was born circa 1770. She married William Vernelson, son of Elisha 'Lisha' Vernelson, on 17 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Coard was the security on the M.L.B. of William Vermelson and Sarah Pettitt..^1,2

     James was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Phillips, a 19 year old laborer in HH#496 headed by Levin Phillips, a 55 year old farmer..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah W. Phillips, age 18 in HH#496 headed by Levin Phillips, a 55 year old farmer..¹ She married William Henry Tatham, son of John Tatham Sr. and Nancy (-----), on 31 January 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Tatham and she as Sarah W. Phillips of Levin. No other information was given..² Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Tatham, age 26 in HH#698 headed by William Tatham, a 27 year old master carpenter..³

     Charlotte was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charlotte was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Charlotte Phillips, age 14 in HH#496 headed by Levin Phillips, a 55 year old farmer..¹ She married Henry C. Lewis on 27 August 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Lewis said both were over age 21..²

     He may not have been a Wessells. His son Alfred Wessells listed his parents as Dan'l and Elizabeth Wessells on his marriage record, but no other record of any Daniel Wessells has been found in Accomack Co records. Daniel was born circa 1810. He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Wessells, daughter of William Wessells Jr. and Leah Northam, circa 1830.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts her birth at 1814, the 1860 census puts it at 1803 and the 1870 census puts it at 1804..^1,2,3 Since Elizabeth Wessells (HH#979) was living next door to Walter Wessells (HH#978) in the 1850 census, they are assumed to have been siblings. Alfred F. Wessells listed his parents as Dan'l and Eliz'th Wessels on his 1855 marriage record, although he was not living with his mother Betsy in the 1850 Census, but with William Kelly. There was a Daniel Boston, unmarried and age 66 only 3 houses from her in the 1850 Census. Margaret Jane Wessells, who married John W. Linton in 1853 and Susan E. Wessells, who married Jesse T. Miles in 1868 both listed Betsy Wessells as their mother on their marriage records and a father was not listed. A Daniel Wessells of this period has not been found in Acc Co records. It is assumed that Alfred, Margaret, Susan and William (who was listed with his mother in the 1850 Census) were sibblings. Margaret Wessells is shown in the 1850 Census, age 14, living with Elijah Kelly. Margaret, age 22 (bc 1838), is shown as married to John Linton in the 1860 Census, but Susan could not be located in the 1860 Census. Susan is shown in the 1880 Census, age 32 (bc 1848), as the wife of Jesse Tho. Miles on Saxis. She married Daniel Wessells circa 1830.⁴ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Wessells, age 36 (born 1814) in HH#979 headed by Henny Bayly, age 46. Also in the household were Wm. Wessells, age 9 (born 1841); Susan Wessells, age 3 (born 1847); and Wm. Bayly, age 3 (born 1847). This household was listed between households headed by Walter Wesssells, age 48 and Solomon J. Small, age 48..¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsey Wessels, age 57 (born 1803), in HH#363 headed by John Spence, age 63. This was on Saxis Island. Also in the househould were John's wife Ann, age 49 and John Northam, age 26 and his wife Kessiah, age 20; Miranda Corbin, age 4 and Ralph Corbin, age 15 and black..² Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. Shown as Betsy Vessels, age 66 (born 1804) and keeping house, she was the head of HH#346 in Metompkin Township and was living alone. She was two doors from her son Alfred Vessels and his family..³

     Iva was born in 1898.¹ She married Lester Tillery Fisher, son of William Washington 'Bud' Fisher Sr. and Julia Ann Broadwater, on 28 June 1919 at Marion, Som Co, MD.² Iva was living in 1919 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.² Iva died in 1974.¹ Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Lester was born on 28 February 1922 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Lester was a member of the armed forces in 1945 serving at US Coast Guard, World War II.¹ Lester died on 24 February 1980 at age 57.¹ His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Emily was born in 1923. Emily died in 1924.

     John was born on 2 September 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Hester Ann Bloxom, daughter of David Bloxom and Lucretia 'Critty' Miles, on 27 December 1853 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as John Thomas Fisher and she as Hester Ann Bloxsom. No other information was given. According to Mark Fisher of Sanford, they were married on 24 Nov 1853..² He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.³ John died on 20 September 1904 at age 75.¹ His body was interred at Myrtlewood Cem, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Could she have been the Esther Bloxom, age 14 in the 1850 census HH of David Bloxom and wife Critty? The location near Holden Creek is correct. Hester was born on 16 April 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hester was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Esther Bloxom, age 14 in HH#372 headed by David Bloxom, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000..² She married John Thomas Fisher, son of Tully Wise Fisher and Nancy Small, on 27 December 1853 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as John Thomas Fisher and she as Hester Ann Bloxsom. No other information was given. According to Mark Fisher of Sanford, they were married on 24 Nov 1853..³ She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ Hester died on 30 May 1914 at age 81.¹ Her body was interred at Lewis Cem, Shad Landing Rd, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Emily was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹

     James was born on 3 March 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James P. Fisher, a 16 year old laborer in HH#342 headed by James Barker, a 30 year old farmer..³ He married Hetty Bloxom, daughter of Major Bloxom, on 29 December 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. Sylvanus H. Lucas said both were over age 21..⁴ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁵ James died on 28 December 1882 at Accomac, Acc Co, VA, at age 46. He died in Acc Parish of a hemorrhage at the age of 52. He was the child of Tully, born in Acc Co, the husband of Hetty. His son George M. Fisher gave the information..¹ His body was interred at Gardner Cem, Modest Town, Acc Co, VA.²

     Tully was born circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. The range of Tully's possible birth year from census records are as follows: he is assumed to have been the 10-16 year old male in the household of George Christopher, husband of Susanna Fisher, in 1800, born 1784-1790; 1810, born 1785-1795; 1820, born 1775-1795; 1830, born 1780-1790; 1840, born 1780-1790; 20 Aug 1850, age 63, born 1787. The key census here is 1810 and 1850. 1810 shows the controlling earliest year as 1785 and the latest year in several census is 1790. Since there is very good correlation among all these census, there is no reason to doubt the 1850 census, which shows he was born in 1787. It should also be noted that older persons almost always over estimated their age, which supports the assumption that he was not born before 1787..² He married Hessy Byrd, daughter of John W. Byrd Sr. and Esther Ross, on 26 October 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. George Wilson was the security on the M.L.B. of Tully Wise Fisher and Hessy Bird..³ He married Nancy Small, daughter of John Small and Nancy (-----), on 4 August 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. George Christopher was the security on the M.L.B. of Tully Fisher and Nancy Small. James Davis, father-in-law, (step-father) of Nancy, consent..³ Tully was living on 1 April 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Tully W. Fisher, Henry W. Fisher, Susan Northam, Delight Christopher, John Northam, Henry Northam and Sally Hinmon, were named as the only heirs of Thomas Fisher, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionary War..¹ Tully was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Tully W. Fisher, the head of HH#506, age 63 and a farmer. Listed with him was Mary C. Fisher, age 28, and Harriet J. White, age 45..² Tully died in 1852.⁴ Administration of Tully's estate was filed on 25 October 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Littleton Nock of Wm. was named to administer the estate of Tully W. Fisher. Zadock Nock and Arthur Watson were the securities.⁴

     Hessy was born circa 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Tully Wise Fisher, son of Thomas Fisher and Naomi (-----), on 26 October 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. George Wilson was the security on the M.L.B. of Tully Wise Fisher and Hessy Bird..²

     Nancy was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Tully Wise Fisher, son of Thomas Fisher and Naomi (-----), on 4 August 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. George Christopher was the security on the M.L.B. of Tully Fisher and Nancy Small. James Davis, father-in-law, (step-father) of Nancy, consent..²

     John was born circa 1770. He married Nancy (-----) circa 1800. John died before 1824.

     Nancy was born circa 1780. She married John Small circa 1800. She married James Davis on 16 June 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Small was the security on the M.L.B. of James Davis and Nancy Small, widow of John..¹

     James was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Easter Sterling, daughter of Littleton Sterling and Mary 'Molly' (-----), on 9 March 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Small was the security on the M.L.B. of James Davis and Esther Sterling..¹ He married Nancy (-----) on 16 June 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Small was the security on the M.L.B. of James Davis and Nancy Small, widow of John..¹

     Hetty was born on 10 April 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married James Phillip Fisher, son of Tully Wise Fisher and Nancy Small, on 29 December 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. Sylvanus H. Lucas said both were over age 21..³ She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ Hetty died on 15 November 1922 at age 91.² Her body was interred at Gardner Cem, Modest Town, Acc Co, VA.²

     Major was born circa 1800. Major died before 1856.

     William was born on 23 July 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.² He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.¹ He married Lidie L. (-----) circa 1890. William died on 7 February 1929 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 71.² His body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Henrietta was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.² She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.² She married William Pettitt, son of Levin Pettitt and Sarah Ann Fisher, on 6 January 1889 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Ann was born circa 1766 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Jonathan Fitchett, son of Salathiel Fitchett Sr. and Shady (-----), on 30 November 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. Nath'l Tyson was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Fitchet and Nancy Tyson, the daughter of Nath'l..¹ As of 30 Nov 1787 (bond),her married name was Fitchett.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 25 August 1792 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Nancy Fitchett in the will of Nathaniel Tyson, wife Judah.³ Ann was named in her husband's will on 24 June 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Nancy Fitchett in the will of Jonathan Fitchett.⁴ Ann made a will on 28 October 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. To my daughter Patty Killman ... To my daughter Nancy Ewell ... To my daughter Matilda Godwin one ... & at her death to her son Obeah Godwin. To granddaughter Ann E. Ewell ... To my granddaughter Sarah Ann Nock … To my granddaughter Rosannah G. Fitchett … & ¾ of all the money or property that I have to my daughter Patty Killman & my daughter Nancy Ewell & my grandson Obeah Godwin. The other ¼ to Sarah Ann Nock & Meriah Nock (both under age 21). 4/5 of my clothes to Patty Killman, Nancy Ewell & Matilda Godwin. The other 1/5 to my granddaughters Sary Ann Nock & Meriah Nock. George H. Ewell Extr. Witt: Henry Fletcher & Mary S. Fletcher.⁵ Ann died before 28 November 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     John was born circa 1650. He bought land in 1673 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Bloxum bought 500 acres from Daniel and Anne Jenifer, it being the land to the eastward of the Morris part of tract A126. It was on the south side of the northern fresh water Branch of Muddy Creek. He also bought 100 acres from John West in 1693 and another 100 acres from Wm. German in 1697.¹ He married Mary Johnson, daughter of George Johnson (I) (Quaker) and Ellinor (-----), circa 1680.² He made a will on 22 July 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Bloxam, carpenter. To wife Mary. To son Woodman Bloxam 200 acres where I now live & 200 acres of Marsh on France Creek. To son William Bloxam 200 acres where he now lives, 100 acres adjcent his brother Woodman & 100 acres adjcent his brother Johnson . To son Johnson Bloxam 80 acres adjcent his brothers Woodman & William for life then to my grandchild Nicholas. To son John Bloxam. To son Richard Bloxam 1 s. to cut him off from receiving any benefit from my estate. Wife Exec. John Johnson & John Morris to advise my wife & children. Witt: Samuel Justis, Anthony Hudson, Thomas Ward. According to Whitelaw, John Bloxam (wife Mary) left a home plantation of 200 acres to his son Woodman, 200 acres more to his son William, and a balance of 80 acres to his son Johnson..^3,1 John died before 5 April 1715 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Mary was born circa 1660 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Bloxom circa 1680.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 22 July 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of John Bloxam, carpenter. John Johnson & John Morris were to advise my wife and children..² Mary made a will on 19 November 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Blocksom, widow of John Blocksom. To son Richard Blocksom. Son William Blocksom. To son William's wife. To Ann Jones. All my sons except Richard residual legatees. John Johnson & Edward Bell to divide estate To grandaughter Ann Blocksom. Son William Exr. Witt: Edward Bell, Mary Bell, John Johnson.³ She died before 6 March 1716/17 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.³

     George was born circa 1628.^1,2 He married Ellinor (-----) circa 1658. On 10 Nov 1663 in Acc Co George Johnson, planter, gave an iron-gray mare with a mare colt to Elizabeth, Mary and Ellinor Meridee, the 3 daughters of Phillip Meridee dec'd. Johnson's wife Ellinor Johnson, or someone she trusted, could dispose of the gift for the use of the 3 maids. Any other gift alleged to be given by George Johnson was declared void. Signed George Johnson. Witnesses: Chris Tompson and Janes Price. According to Whitelaw, the first wife of George Johnson is known to have been Ellinor, the widow of Phillip Meredith (N123), by whom she had 3 daughters: Elizabeth, Mary & Ellinor. In 1672 George & Ellinor Johnson deeded 100 acres of the Renny land to John Hamerin, who had married the daughter Elizabeth, but 2 years later the Hamerins deeded it back..^3,4 George was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, for in 1663. He was shown as Geo. Johnson with 4 tithables. Also on the list were Richard Johnson with 1, Anto. Johnson with 1, Obedience Johnson with 3 and Edmund Kelly with 4 tithables..⁵ He served on a jury on 16 July 1663 at Accomack Co, VA. Among others on the jury were John Renny and Timothy Coe..⁶ George was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, for in 1664. He was shown as Geo. Johnson with 4 tithables..⁷ George was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, for in 1665. He was shown as Geo. Johnson with 4 tithables. Also on this list were Jno. Renny with 4 and Alexander Massy with 2 tithables..⁸ He married Mary Goldsmith before 1678. In 1678 George & Mary Johnson sold 1,025 acres to William Nock and 10 years later Johnson gave him a deed for 25 acres more found within the bounds..^9,3 In his will dated 8 Oct 1685 in N'hamp County, Lt. Col. William Waters named friends Thomas Evernden, George Johnson, Timothy Coe, Thomas Browne, Daniel Eyre and my brother (meaning half-brother) John Robins to assist my Extr and sons.¹⁰ He made a will on 10 December 1690 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Johnson, the elder, written at my now dwelling house at Muddy Creek. To son George 200 acres near Blocksomes Bridge. To daughter Sara Stevens. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Samuel land & marsh. George Truet, William Nock, Thomas Browne, John Drummond & Daniel Ayres overseers. Wife Mary Exec. Witt: Thomas Evernden, John Drummond, William Nock..⁹ George died before 20 September 1692 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁹

     Woodman was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He bought land in 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey's research, Woodman Bloxom Jr. bought land in 1765 on the seaside road.¹ He made a will on 24 October 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Jacob Bloxom land & plantation where I now live. Daughter Mary Bloxom. Daughter Esther. To son Joshua Bloxom the land he now lives on. To son Severn Bloxom all the remainder of the land. To son Severn. To Griffith Bishop. To son in law George Young. 6 daughters Elizabeth Riley, Scarburgh Kelly, Comfort Young, Nancy Kelly, Esther Harman & Mary Bloxom & Griffith Bishop residual legatees. Sons Jacob & Severn Exrs. Witt: John Riley, Sarah Riley, Isaiah Johnson, William Bloxom.

.² Woodman died before 31 December 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Ezekiel was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Ezekiel witnessed a will on 31 December 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Webb, William Bloxom and Ezekiel Bloxom witnessed the will of Afradozy Johnson.³ He bought land in 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Ezekiel Bloxom bought 100 acres of tract A64 from Isaiah & Sarah Bagwell and 11 years later, Ezekiel (wife Ann) left to his son Southy Bloxom.⁴ He married Ann (-----) circa 1760.⁵ Ezekiel made a will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Wife Ann Bloxom to have use of all my land during her widow Estate to be divided between my wife & children Ezekiel, Bable, Ann & John. Wife Exec. - Witt:
John Wharton, William Coleburn, Nash Kellam. Codicil: Should my son Southy Bloxom die without issue my land to descend to my son Ezekiel Bloxom, & so to descend from child to child. Witt: John Wharton, Thomas Mason, Woodman Bloxom, John Bull, Richard Bull.⁶ Ezekiel died before 24 September 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶

     Ann was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Ezekiel Bloxom, son of Woodman Bloxom Sr. and Margaret Simpson, circa 1760.¹ As of circa 1760,her married name was Bloxom.¹ Ann was named in her husband's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Ann Bloxom in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom.²

     William was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Hetty Bloxom, daughter of Major Simpson Bloxom and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hope, on 22 November 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. George Bloxom was the security on the M.L.B. of William D. Bloxom of George and Hetty Bloxom of Major..³ William was named as an heir on 29 May 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that it was recorded that Agnes Bloxom, Nancy Bloxom, William Bloxom, George Bloxom, David Bloxom and Elijah Bloxom are the only heirs at law of George Bloxom, dec'd, seaman in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War.⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Obediah William 'O.W.' Godwin, son of Joseph Bailey Godwin and Matilda 'Tinney' Fitchett, circa 1844.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Godwin, age 20 in HH#347 headed by Obediah Godwin, a 28 year old farmer..³ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Godwin, age 32, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.⁴ Elizabeth made a will on 3 March 1892 at Accomack Co, VA. Godwin, Elizabeth. To son Littleton C. Godwin… To son Eugene M. Godwin the rest and remainder of my personal estate. Wit: J. W. Bowdoin, A. W. Short, J. O. Byrd.⁵ Elizabeth died before 27 June 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Martha was born on 3 June 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Martha was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Matilda A. Godwin, age 3 in HH#347 headed by Obediah Godwin, a 28 year old farmer..² Martha was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Martha Godwin, age 14, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.⁴

     Samuel was born on 28 January 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel T. Godwin, age 2 in HH#347 headed by Obediah Godwin, a 28 year old farmer..² Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Godwin, age 12, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.⁴ He married Clarenda F. Chase, daughter of Teackle R. Chase and Annie Eliza Byrd, on 1 July 1874 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ He married Demeriah P. Davis, daughter of Alfred T. Davis and Emaline J. Duncan, on 20 October 1880 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA.⁵ Samuel died on 2 September 1929 at age 81.³ His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.³

     Mary was born on 3 July 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary J. Godwin, age 10, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.³

     Marcelleous was born on 29 August 1853 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. Chesser's book, Godwin Ancestry, shows 29 Jun 1854..^2,3,4 Marcelleous was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as M.F. Godwin, age 7, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.⁵ He married Mary E. 'Mollie' Davis, daughter of William D. Davis and Sally (-----), on 10 October 1873 at Worcester Co, MD.⁶ Marcelleous died on 21 February 1923 at age 69.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     George was born on 3 December 1855 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Godwin, age 5, in HH#1144 headed by O.W. Godwin, a 38 year old farmer.³ He married Ella A. Fletcher, daughter of Thomas R. Fletcher and Elizabeth S. Hinman, on 26 December 1878 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     Martha was born on 6 January 1866 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     William was born on 8 September 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.² William died on 22 November 1852.²

     Lorin was born on 19 March 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.² Lorin died on 29 January 1860 at age 1.²

     Eugene was born on 14 September 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sally A. Matthews on 25 November 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Eugene M. Godwin, a 23 year old farmer, the son of Obadiah W. & Eliz'th Godwin and she was shown as Saly A. Matthews, age 18, the daughter of Wm. H. & Mary Matthews.³

     John was born on 23 August 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Littleton was born on 10 February 1863 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA.² He married Olivia A. Davis Martin, daughter of James William Martin and Louisa Davis, on 24 August 1884 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Littleton died in 1919 at Baltimore, MD.²

     Polly was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     William was born circa 1687 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1710.² William was named in his father's will on 22 July 1713 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3 William was named in his mother's will on 19 November 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Blocksom in the will of Mary Blocksom, widow of John Blocksom.⁴ He bought land in 1733 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that bought 72 acres.⁵ He deeded land in 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William Bloxom gave 100 acres of his part of tract A126 to his son John, who promptly sold to Isaac Baily and 2 years later he and his wife Lishee resold to Woodman Bloxom. In 1753 Woodman Bloxom deeded to Thomas Bloxom, who in 1722 sold 152 acres to Isaac Smith; this included the 50 acres of the Morris land which he had purchased from Joseph Bell. In 1774 Smith and his wife Elizabeth sold to Salathiel Fitchett, and 3 years later he and his wife Margaret sold 130 acres to Joseph Kelly. In 1796 Joseph Kelly (wife Elizabeth) left the home part to his daughter Hessy Mills, and his daughters Rachel and Famey the 50 acres formerly called Joseph Bell's land.⁶ He made a will on 16 July 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Elizabeth 72 acres during her natural life & then to my son Moses Bloxom, being the land I purchased of Jeptha Perry. To wife 1/3 of all my lands during her life. To son William Bloxom plantation where I now 1ive containing 100 acres. To 2 sons William & Moses all my right in the marsh lying below William Young's. Son Richard Bloxom. Grandson Richard, son of Richard. Son Nicholas Bloxom. Daughter Mary Baker. Grandson William Baker. Daughter Fortain Bloxom. Grandaughter Siner Bloxom. To William Bloxom, son of Nicholas Bloxom. Brother Woodman Bloxom. Wife Elizabeth & son Richard Exrs. Witt: Woodman Bloxom, John Bloxom, Major Bird. Whitelaw shows he left the 100-acres home part of his inheritance of tract A126 to his son William. In 1755 William and Naomi Bloxom sold to Nicholas Bloxom, who in 1770 (wife Catherine) left to his son William and in 1788 he (wife Mary) left to his son Richard..⁷ William died on 29 November 1748.⁷

     Elizabeth was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Bloxom, son of John Bloxom and Mary Johnson, circa 1710.¹ Elizabeth was named in her mother-in-law's will on 19 November 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my son William's wife (no name) in the will of Mary Blocksom, widow of John Blocksom.² Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 16 July 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Elizabeth in the will of William Bloxom..³

     Richard was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. He married (d/o_Thos) Davis, daughter of Thomas Davis and Ann Stakes, circa 1735.² Richard was named in his father's will on 16 July 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Elizabeth. He was also named the heir at law at probate, making him the oldest son..¹ He died before 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Bloxom was granted to Nicholas Bloxom with William Bloxom securities.³

     Richard was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard was named in his grandfather's will on 16 July 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Richard, son of Richard, in the will of William Bloxom, wife Elizabeth..² He married Margaret Simpson Bloxom, daughter of Woodman Bloxom Sr. and Margaret Simpson, circa 1770.^1,4 Richard was named as an heir on 13 March 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son-in-law Richard Bloxom in the will of Woodman Bloxom..⁴ Whitelaw's A126G is called the Bloxom House. The gambrel-roof house originally had been build in two sections, each having an outside brick end, and stood about 100 yards back from its present location. In the north end was a brick marked 1786 and in the south end other bricks marked WB, HB, AP 3, 1831, so the older part must have been started at least by Richard Bloxom in the year of his death, and the newer during the ownership of William and Hetty Bloxom. In 1934 the brick ends were torn down and the house moved to its present site, but the marked bricks were carefully preserved and set in the new foundations at their respective ends. The present center cross hall was a pat of the earlier construction, and is paneled under the stairs, and the doors are made of wide beaded boards set vertically. In the newer sections are large cupboards with solid doors, but they seem to be the only original woodwork worth noting in either part.⁵ He made a will on 1 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Margaret Simpson Bloxom whole est during her widow then the land where I live to be divided between my 2 sons Major Simpson Bloxom & Richard Bloxom. (Richard under 21) 4 children Major, Siner, Nancy & Johannah Stacks Bloxom residual legatees (all under age). Wife Margaret Simpson Bloxom, Major Bloxom & Johanna Stacks Bloxom Exrs. Witt: Solomon Johnson, Joseph Kelley, Josua Bell. Whitelaw shows this Richard Bloxom left his 224-acre home place to his sons Major Simpson Bloxom and Richard Bloxom..^6,7 Richard died before 31 October 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶

     Margaret was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Richard Bloxom, son of Richard Bloxom and (d/o_Thos) Davis, circa 1770.^2,1 Margaret was named in her father's will on 13 March 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Margaret Simpson Bloxom in the will of Woodman Bloxom..¹ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 1 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Margaret Simpson Bloxom in the will of Richard Bloxom..³ Margaret died in 1802.

     Margaret was born circa 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1720,her married name was Bloxom.² She married Woodman Bloxom Sr., son of John Bloxom and Mary Johnson, circa 1720.² Margaret was named in her father's will on 6 January 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. She appeared to be unmarried at the time..¹ Margaret died before 13 March 1778.³

     Thomas was born circa 1660. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1680. Thomas was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, for in 1685. He was listed in Capt. John Wallop's Precincts as Tho. Simpson with 3 tithes. In 1686 he was listed in Major Bowman's Precincts with 3 tithes. This was apparently not a relocation on his part, but a subdivision of Capt. Wallop's Precincts as most of the others in Major Bowman's Precincts were also in Capt. Wallop's Precincts the prior year. In 1687 he was listed in Capt. Hill's Precincts with 4 tithes. Being on Capt. Hill's list was probably the result of a relocation as many of his neighbors, like Roger Miles and Richard Bundick, were still on Capt. Wallop's list. In 1688 he was listed again in Capt. Hill's Precincts with 5 tithes, but in 1689 he was back on Major Bowman's list, again with 5 tithes. In 1690 he was still on Major Bowman's list, but with only 3 tithes. In 1691 he was back on Capt. Wallop's list, again with 3 tithes. In 1692 he was on Mr. Jo. Robinson's list with only 1 tithe. He was not on any list in 1693, but on Mr. Ed. Custis's list in 1694 with only 1 tithe. This did not reflect a relocation as many of his past neighbors, like Roger Miles and Richard Bundick were on this same list. He was again on Mr. Ed. Custis's list in 1695 with only 1 tithe. During this 10 year period (1685-1695), he was the only Simpson listed. The fact that the tithes started at 3, then increased to 5 and then dropped to 1 can be misleading. Since tithes were to represent males age 16 and up in good health (able to work), either sons, lives-ins, or slaves, its not possible to determine the ages of his sons from these listing, other than to presume none of them had reached the age of 16 by 1695. Therefore, his oldest son could not have been born before 1680..¹ Thomas bought land in 1689 at Accomack Co, VA. He bought the Francis Johnson half of Whitelaw's tract A104, which is south-east of the present town of Parksley, from Francis Johnson, Negro. In 1708 Thomas and Sarah Parker sold the other half of tract A104 to Thomas Simpson, who thus became possessed of the whole tract. In 1726 he bequeathed the land as follows: to his son Thomas, 225 acres which formed the southwestern part and included the strip extending to the highway below tract A103; to his son John, 200 acres which he called the home plantation, lying above Thomas's part and extending up to the crossroad; and to son William, 50 acres which he also called a part of the home plantation..² Thomas was living on 20 October 1689 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Adam Michael left to his kinsman Henry Custis (son of his brother John Custis) 1,000 acres at 'Matomkin' in Accomack Co, whereon Thomas Simson now lives. This was Whitelaw's tract A94, which is north-east of the present day town of Accomac..³ Thomas deeded land as a gift in 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas gave 200 acres of Whitelaw's tract A114, which he acquired from William and Margaret Darter, to his son William. The land comprised all of the extension at the southeast corner of the tract and lay between the present main road in Parksley and the head northern branch of Hunting Creek, which later became known as the Parish Branch..⁴ He made a will on 6 January 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Thomas 'Simson' 225 acres purchased of Thomas Parker, also 50 acres purchased of Peter Claywell. To son William 'Simson' 200 acres purchased of William Darter, also 50 acres where I now live, also 112 and 1/2 acres of marsh. To son John 'Simson' 200 acres where I now live, also 112 and 1/2 acres of marsh. Daughter Sarah 'Simson'. To the poor of the Parish 1,000 lbs of tobacco or £5 money. 9 children: Thomas, Elizabeth, Mary, Margaret, Rachel, William, Patience, John & Sarah residual legatees. Sons Thomas, William and John executors. Wittnesses John Tankred, John Oakley, Mark Littleton..⁵ Thomas died in January 1726 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Thomas's will was probated on 2 February 1726 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Major was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Major was named in his father's will on 1 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Major Simpson Bloxom (under age) in the will of Richard Bloxom, wife Margaret Simpson Bloxom..² He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hope, daughter of George Hope and Nancy 'Nanny' (-----), on 10 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Major Bloxom and she as Betsey Hope. No other information was given..^3,4 Major was named as the executor of a will on 6 November 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son-in-law Major Bloxom and as an Extr. in the will of George Hope..⁵ Major died before 27 September 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.^6,7

     Elizabeth was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Major Simpson Bloxom, son of Richard Bloxom and Margaret Simpson Bloxom, on 10 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Major Bloxom and she as Betsey Hope. No other information was given..^2,3 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 6 November 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Betsy Bloxom in the will of George Hope. He also named Major Bloxom as a son-in-law and Extr..⁴ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 7 April 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Betsy Bloxom in the will of Nancy Hope..⁵

     Edward was born circa 1800.

     Richard was born circa 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard was named in his father's will on 1 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Richard Bloxom (under age) in the will of Richard Bloxom, wife Margaret Simpson Bloxom..²

     John was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom, wife Ann.²

     Ezekeil was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. Ezekeil was named in his father's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Ezekiel in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom, wife Ann.²

     Southy was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy was named in his father's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Southy Bloxom in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom, wife Ann. At probate Robert Pitt was appointed guardian to Southy Bloxom, infant heir-at-law to the testator. This implied that he was the oldest son.² Southy was named in his cousin's will on 18 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin Southey Bloxom in the will of Sarah Bloxom, brother Littleton Bloxom.³

     Lucreita was born on 30 November 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Lucreita was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Critty Davis, age 5 in HH#975 headed by Henry Davis of J., a 37 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000..² She married William Charles Godwin, son of Edmund Grey Godwin and Elizabeth Drummond, on 6 January 1870 at Messongo, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William C. Godwin, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of Edward & Elizth Godwin and she was shown as Critty Davis, age 24, the daughter of Henry & Hetty Davis. They were married by J.E.T. Ewell..¹ Lucreita died on 27 November 1905 at age 60. Mrs. Charles Godwin (Critty) died on 27 Nov 1905. She was a member of Hall's Chapel and was buried at the Spencer Drummond Cemetery (Acc News, 2 Dec 1905)..³ Her body was interred at Drummond Cm, Finny Hall Fm, Messongo, Acc Co, VA.³

     Daniel was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy Wessells, daughter of Walter Wessells Jr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bayly, on 4 September 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Thomas was born on 29 December 1838 at Ames Ridge, Acc Co, VA. According to the 1850 census, he was born in 1839..³ Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Barnes, age 11 in HH#1165 headed by Parker Barnes, a 60 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500..² He married Nancy E. Wessells, daughter of Arthur F. Wessells and Amey Wessells, on 25 June 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 20 year old farmer and oysterman and she was age 21. They were married at the residence of Thos. Wessels by George H. Ewell..¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Barnes the head of HH#MT645, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $200 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Barnes: Nancy, a 34 year old house keeper; Mary, a 14 year old house keeper; Augustus, an 11 year old farm laborer; (-----), a 9 year old male; Nancy, age 8; Susan, age 6; James, age 3; and Jane, age 1..⁴ Thomas died on 26 October 1892 at age 53.³ His body was interred at Barnes Cem, Nelsonia, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas H. Barnes, buried next to Nancy E. Barnes, 29 Dec 1838 - 26 Oct 1892..³

     Parker was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor, daughter of Major Taylor, on 29 January 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Parker Barnes of Jno. and Elizabeth Taylor, of Major..¹ Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Barnes the head of HH#1165, a 60 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Barnes: Elizabeth, age 54; Parker, a 23 year old laborer; Wm, a 17 year old laborer; and Thomas, age 11. Also listed were Margaret Taylor, age 18; John Taylor, a 23 year old laborer and Revel P. Middleton, age 3..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts her birth at 1806, but she must have been a littler older to have married in 1817..² She married Parker Barnes Sr., son of John Barnes, on 29 January 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Parker Barnes of Jno. and Elizabeth Taylor, of Major..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Barnes, age 54 in HH#1165 headed by Parker Barnes, a 60 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500..²

     John was born circa 1770.

     Major was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He died before 1 March 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Major Talor was granted to Albert R. Heath with Thomas H. Kellam & John G. Joynes securities.¹

     Elijah was born on 10 August 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elijah was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Hickman, age 34 in HH#292 headed by Jno. Hickman, a 34 year old sailor..⁴ Elijah was named in his father's will on 9 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Elijah Hickman in the will of Edward Hickman..⁵ He married Viola Jane Wessells, daughter of John Wessells Sr. and Nancy Parks, on 6 February 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah W. Hickman, a 23 year old blacksmith, the son of Edward & Sally Hickman and she was shown as Viola J. Wessells, age 20, the daughter of John C. dec'd and Nancy Wessells and the ward of Thorogood Mason who gave consent. They were married at the home of Thorogood Mason by E.S. Grant. Thorogood Mason said he was over age 21..¹ Elijah died on 13 February 1901 at age 73.² His body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Elijah Hickman, the son of Edw'd & Sally Hickman..²

     Edward was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Roberts, daughter of John (196) Roberts and (-----) (-----), on 14 April 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Hickman and Sally Roberts..² Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd Hickman the head of HH#346, a 55 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000. Listed with him were the following Hickmans: Nancy, age 57 and Polly, age 12..¹ He made a will on 9 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. To sons John, Elijah & James Hickman my land whereon I now reside & the land I purchased of William C. Dix & also the land I purchased of William Hall & also my Negro man Henry & woman Rachael & her increase & woman Eliza & child (which has no name at this time) & their increase & my Negro girls Rose, Mary, Leah & Tamer & their increase. To son John Hickman, as trustee for the separate use of my daughter Mary Ann Core $500 as she may need it. To my grandchild John Core $200 when he arrives at age 21 & to any more children that Mary Ann Core may have. To Polly Hickman, daughter of Nancy, $100. Balance to my sons John, Elijah & James Hickman. Son John W. Hickman & John A. Bundick Extrs. Witt: John D. Parks, William Onley, John A. Bundick & John Wimbrough. Codicil: 17 Aug 1856 - To my daughter Mary Ann Core (wife of Levin Core) … & at her death to my granddaughter Sallie Core & if she dies under age 21 then to my grandson John Core & if he dies under age 21 then back to my estate. Witt: John A. Bundick, George H. Bundick & Elizabeth B. Bundick..³ Edward died in November 1856.³ Edward's will was probated on 24 November 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Hickman, one of Extrs. named, by a writing acknowledged before a Justice of the Peace in James City County in this State, relinquished his right to qualify & John A. Bundick qualified with John D. Parks, John E. Wise & George J. Warner his securities on the $15,000 bond..³

     Sally was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edward Hickman on 14 April 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Levi Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Hickman and Sally Roberts..² Sally was named in her uncle's will on 21 June 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Hickman, daughter of my brother John Roberts, in the will of Joshua K. Roberts, widower. He gave the children of Sally Hickman (the wife of Edward Hickman) one third of the one fourth of his estate.³

     Stephen was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Esther Dix on 15 October 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Stephen Hickman and Esther Dix.² Stephen was named in his father's will on 7 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Stephen Hickman in the will of Thomas Hickman, wife Laney.¹