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     Margery was born circa 1660 at Scottland.¹ Margery immigrated to in 1665.¹ Margery died.

     William was born circa 1670 at Dorchester Co, MD.¹ There is nothing known of William Killman, Thomas' borther, execpt for a recollection of a man of seventy-five named Edward Willoughby, who in 1744 remembered that they were boyhood playmates (Twig and Turf, p. 249). This would put William' birth circa 1670. William died.

     John was born circa 1704 at Dorchester Co, MD.¹

     Eunice was born on 23 March 1900.¹ She married Charlie Marsh Killmon, son of Andrew Jackson Killmon and Elizabeth A. 'Bettie' Crockett, circa 1920.¹ Eunice died on 17 November 1925 at age 25.¹ Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Edward was born circa 1880. He married Evelyn Bunting circa 1900.

     Evelyn was born circa 1880. She married Edward Holland circa 1900.

     Lafe was born circa 1880.

     Joseph was born on 19 May 1722 at Maryland.² He married Sally Tyler circa 1748.³ Joseph Crockett was the executor of John Fish's will, written 4 Apr 1765 and probated 30 Apr 1766 in Acc Co, VA. John Fish gave all of South Point, the whole patent belonging to me, to Joseph Crockett. He also gave Spencer Tyler all his part of Hog Neck. He also named Lazarus Bacor, Jocob Tylor and David Taylor. Witnesses were Butler Tylor, Arthur Parkes, and Sarah Tylor (Acc Co Wills, 1761-1767, p. 608). There is a tombstone on Tangier Island which reads only "Crockett," with no given name, "1725-1802." This could possibly be the tombstone of Joseph Crockett who died in 1806, if the 1802 is faded. He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴ He made a will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Zachariah Crockett 250 acres including where I now live & the use of South Point as long as he lives & after his death to my grandson Elisha Crockett. To son Thomas Crockett 200 acres including where he now lives. To sons Joseph Crockett, Jesse & John $100 each. To daughter Tabitha $60. To daughters Sally Linton, Leah Hopkins, Rachel Parker & Molly Evans $20 each. To son Zachariah & daughter Tabitha the remainder & if she should marry her part of the removable estate & money to her sisters. To daughter Tabitha a right to keep what stock she thinks proper on both my islands. Sons Thomas & Zachariah Extrs. Witt: Charles Snead, Sarah Snead & Sally Snead..⁵ Joseph died in April 1806 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA, at age 83.⁵ Joseph's will was probated on 28 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Partly proved by Charles Snead on 28 Apr 1806 and fully proved by Sally Snead on 29 Apr 1806. Abel West & Anthony West securities..⁵

     Sally was born circa 1730. She married Joseph Crockett, son of Samson Crockett and Alcey(?) Tyler, circa 1748.¹

     Thomas was born before 1755 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² He married Priscilla Tyler circa 1775.^3,4 He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² Thomas was named in his father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas Crockett in the will of Joseph Crockett. He was given 200 acres including where he now lives..⁵ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1810 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² He made a will on 10 July 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Priscilla all my property, land & moveable, during her life & then to my 4 sons Asa, Henry, Joseph & Tyler the land & the moveable to daughters Caty & Anny except one bed to Tyler. To Cornelius Ward a home on the land if he behaves himself. Joshua Thomas Extr. Witt: Joshua Thomas, Babel Paul & John Crockett..⁶ Thomas died in April 1815.³ Thomas's will was probated on 25 April 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. Babel Paul & John Crockett securities..⁶

     Jessey was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.² He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² Jessey was named in his father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jesse Crockett in the will of Joseph Crockett and give $100..³ Jessey died circa 1808.²

     Joseph was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sarah Long circa 1775.³ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Joseph was named in his father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joseph Crockett in the will of Joseph Crockett and give $100..¹ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1810 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Joseph died in 1829 at York Co, VA.⁴

     Zachariah was born circa 1760 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² He married Mary 'Polly' Evans, daughter of Thomas Evans and Euphemia 'Uphame' Evans, circa 1790.^3,4 He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.² Zachariah was named in his father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Zachariah Crockett in the will of Joseph Crockett. He was given 250 acres including where I now live & the use of South Point as long as he lives & after his death to my grandson Elisha Crockett..¹ He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1820 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² He made a will on 12 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. My land on Tangier Island to my 4 sons Thomas, John, David & Peter Crockett & my said sons David & Peter shall have their choice of the lots without drawing therefore in the order in which their names stand on this will. To my son Josiah Crockett $200 to be paid by my 4 sons Thomas, John, David & Peter Crockett in consideration of the land given to them ... My personal estate to my 2 daughters Alice & Rachel Tyler. My not having given to my son Elisha Crockett any part does not proceed from want of affection for him, but purely in consideration of his grandfather having provided for him at his death. Wife Polly to have her dower in the whole of my estate. Nephew Stephen Hopkins Extr. & he to divide my personal estate without sale. Witt: Levin S. Joynes Sr., Thomas W. Riley & John E. Ames..³ Zachariah died in February 1844.³ Zachariah's will was probated on 26 February 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. The will was partly proved by John E. Ames & Levin S. Joynes Sr. & Thomas W. Riley, the other witnesses being dead, James J. Ailworth & Thomas R. Joynes made oath that they were well acquainted with the handwriting of Levin S. Joynes & Henry P. Parker made oath that he was well acquainted with the handwriting of Thomas W. Riley. John D. Tyler & Samuel C. White securities..³

     Tabitha was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Tabitha was named in her father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Tabitha in the will of Joseph Crockett and given $50. She and Zachariah were given the remainder and if she should marry her part of the removable estate & money to her sisters. She was also allowed to keep stock on both of my islands..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Solomon Linton, son of Elijah Linton (I) and Sophia (-----), circa 1800. Sarah was named in her father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Linton in the will of Joseph Crockett and given $20..¹

     Leah was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Stephen Hopkins Sr. in 1770.³ Leah was named in her father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Leah Hopkins in the will of Joseph Crockett and given $20..¹ Leah was named in her husband's will on 12 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Leah Hopkins in the will of Stephen Hopkins..⁴ Leah died in January 1842.⁵ Administration of Leah's estate was filed on 31 January 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Hopkin(?) Hopkins was named to settle the estate of Leah Hopkins. Robert J. Poulson and Isaiah N. Bagewell were the securities.⁵

     Rachel was born circa 1759 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.² She married Michael Parker, son of Capt. William H. Parker and Leah Taylor, circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Rachel was named in her father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rachel Parker in the will of Joseph Crockett and given $20..¹ Rachel died before 1819.²

     Mary was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Richard 'old Dicky' Evans, son of John Evans (the younger) and Arrabella Turnall, circa 1765.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 3 April 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary Evans in the will of Richard Evans..³ Mary was named in her father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Molly Evans in the will of Joseph Crockett and given $20..¹

     Solomon was born circa 1772 at Smith Island, Som Co, MD. He married Sarah 'Sally' Crockett, daughter of Joseph Crockett and Sally Tyler, circa 1800.

     Stephen was born in 1750.¹ He married Leah Crockett, daughter of Joseph Crockett and Sally Tyler, in 1770.¹ He made a will on 12 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Leah Hopkins the whole of my property during her life or widowhood & at her death to son Stephen Hopkins $100. At the death of my wife the whole of the property remaining into 5 equal parts: 1/5 each to sons Joseph C. Hopkins & Stephen Hopkins & daughters Sally Tyler & Tabby Foster & 1/5 to grandchildren Sally Tyler, Nancy H. Tyler, Stephen Tyler & Thomas M. Tyler. The property to the grandchildren be held by son Stephen Hopkins as trustee until they come to lawful age. Son Stephen Hopkins Extr. Witt: George D. Wise, Thomas R. Fisher & Isaac Mister..² Stephen died in August 1815.² Stephen's will was probated on 28 August 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. George D. Wise & Isaac Mister securities..² Stephen estate was settled on 25 February 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. 20 Oct 1815 (Invy), 14 Dec 1815 (Sale), 5 Feb 1817 (Audit), 25 Feb 1817 (Rec'd) - Appraisers: Levin Parker, William S. Watson & John West. Buyer: Stephen Hopkins. Auditors: Levin S. Joynes & William Lee..³

     Job was born on 4 March 1758 at Smith Island, Som Co, MD.¹ He married Rhoda Evans, daughter of Richard 'old Dicky' Evans and Mary 'Molly' Crockett, circa 1790.¹ Job died before 1847.¹

     Richard was born circa 1743 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary 'Molly' Crockett, daughter of Joseph Crockett and Sally Tyler, circa 1765.² He made a will on 3 April 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary Evans all my land & moveable estate during her life or widowhood. To 2 sons William Evans & Richard Evans all my land & marsh on condition that each of them pay $20 to my son George Evans. Upon death of wife all moveable estate to my 9 children William Evans, Rhody Parks, Polly Parks, Richard Evans, Betsey Crockett, George Evans, Rachel Thomas, Leah Evans & Choah Evans. Witt: Josiah Evans, John Parks, Benjamin Evans..³ Richard died before 29 March 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was partly proved by John Parks. It was fully proved by Josiah Evans on 28 Jun 1824..³

     Sarah was born circa 1755. She married Joseph Crockett Jr., son of Joseph Crockett and Sally Tyler, circa 1775.¹

     Asa was born circa 1777.

     Southy was born circa 1779. He married (-----) Killmon circa 1800.¹

     John was born circa 1781.

     Joseph was born circa 1775. He married Sara Long circa 1792.¹

     Sara was born circa 1770. She married Joseph Crockett, son of Joseph Crockett Jr. and Sarah Long, circa 1792.¹

     Joseph was born circa 1793. Joseph was a member of the armed forces serving at War of 1812.¹ Joseph died in 1812.¹

     Whittington was born on 8 May 1794.¹

     (-----) was born circa 1780. She married Southy Crockett, son of Joseph Crockett Jr. and Sarah Long, circa 1800.¹

     Anthony was born circa 1600 at England. Anthony West came to Virginia in the "James," 1622, and in the census, 1623/4, is listed at James City, where he is living at "Mr. Treasuror's Plantation," across the river from Jamestown, 1624/5. At a court held at James City, 12 Dec 1625, Henry Menefre, merchant, testified that Mrs. Rowsley did set Anthony West free and delivered his Indenture to Capt. Sampson to carry into England to his friends. On 9 Jan 1625/6 he testified at a James City court concerning the quality of some tobacco. He is mentioned in Virginia records between 28 Feb 1627/8 and 14 Apr 1628 as having shipped 1380 pounds of tobacco to the port at Dartmouth, England. Subsequently he returned to England, and as Anthony West of Shadwell, chirurgion, he married Anne Huffe. He may be the Anthony West referred to in a York County order, 1644/5, in which a debt of tobacco, incurred by Hercules Bridges, was due and payable to Anthony West in 1644 within five days. He definitely returned with his family to Virginia by 5 Oct 1649, when Anthony West, Ann his wife, John West and Kathe West were named as headrights in a patent issued to Capt. Randall Herle, mariner, for 600 acres in Northampton County on the Great Nusewattock River, from Chingandehee Creeke Mouth unto Arokoko Creeke. His will name his wife Ann and children John and Katherine (Adventurers of Purse and Person, pp. 661-662). Anthony was living on 16 February 1623 at James City, VA.¹ He married Anne (-----) on 11 March 1633/34 at London. Anthony West, chirurgion, married Anne Huffe, a 26 year old widow and relict of Anthony Huffe, by license from the Bishop of London..^2,3 He made a will on 12 October 1651.⁴ Anthony died in May 1652.⁴ Anthony's will was probated on 25 May 1652.⁴

     Anne was born in 1608 at England.¹ She married Anthony Huffe circa 1630 at England. She married Anthony (1) West on 11 March 1633/34 at London. Anthony West, chirurgion, married Anne Huffe, a 26 year old widow and relict of Anthony Huffe, by license from the Bishop of London..^2,1 As of 11 March 1633/34,her married name was West.^2,1 Anne was named in her husband's will on 12 October 1651. She was named only as my wife and she and daughter Barloe were to have their thirds of the estate and son John was to have the rest. And his mother to have the managing of it during her widowhood. Notes with the will indicate that the widow's name is Ann West and that she married Capt. Stephen Charlton. She gave a calf (originally given by John Elsey) by deed of gift to her grandson Ralph Benony Barlowe, else to return to her daughter, Mrs. Katheryne Barlowe (the sister of John West and aunt of John Elsey..³ As of after 12 October 1651,her married name was Charlton.⁴ She married Capt. Stephen Charlton, son of (-----) Charlton, after 12 October 1651.⁴ Anne was living on 8 March 1654 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that William Williams death was reported to be due to sickness, tainted food, and improper care by his mistress Mrs. Ann Charlton..⁵ Anne was named in her husband's will on 28 October 1654 at Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA. She was named as my well-beloved wife Ann Charlton in the will of Stephen Charlton of Nuswattocks. The notes following the will indicate that Stephen's late wife Bridget, was the mother of his daughters Bridgett and Elizabeth..⁶ On 8 Mar 1654/55 the death of William Williams was referred to. His death was due to sickness, tainted food, and improper care by his mistress Mrs. Ann Charlton.⁷ Anne was living on 26 May 1676 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that she was named as grandmother Ann Charlton and was given cattle and increase for life then to nephews Bennony and Jonathan West, son of Maj. John West, in the will of Henry Scarborough..⁸ Anne died before 17 March 1679. It was on this date that Mr. Henry Parke sued Mrs. Catherin Scarburrow as the administratress of the estate of Mrs. Ann Charleton (deceased). Since no administration had yet been taken out, the suit was dismissed..⁹

     Katherine was born on 9 January 1635 at Virginia. Katherine West was baptised on 14 Jan 1634/35..^2,3 She married Ralph Barlow, son of Edward Barlow and Joane Rushton, before 12 October 1651.⁴ Katherine was named in her father's will on 12 October 1651. She was named as daughter Barloe in the will of Anthony West and in the notes following the will it indicates she was Mrs. Katheryne Barlowe (the sister of John West and the aunt of John Elsey)..⁴ Katherine was named in her husband's will on 22 September 1652 at Nandua, Acc Co, VA. She was named as wife Kathryne Barlowe and was given 1/3 of what was given by her father's will in the will of Raphaell Barlowe. The child she was going with was to get the plantation in Nandue, which I now live upon..⁵ She married Charles Scarburgh on 27 May 1654. Charles Scarburgh married Kathryne the sister of John West (formerly the wife of Ralph Barlow). Their marital agreement is at N'hamp Deeds, Wills, etc., 1655-1657, f. 20. A Charles Scarburgh, gentleman, made a marriage agreement with Katherine Barlow whereby she was to keep her cattle on the plantation of her brother John West..^5,2,6,3 Katherine was living on 17 March 1679 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mr. Henry Parke sued Mrs. Catherin Scarburrow as the administratress of the estate of Mrs. Ann Charleton (deceased). Since no administration had yet been taken out, the suit was dismissed..⁷ She married Maj. Edmund Bowman before 17 May 1681. Although the event must have taken place some time earlier, on 17 May 1681 there was a reference to Maj. Edmund Bowman (tract A92) as "marrying the esecutrix of Mrs. Ann Charlton," and she must have been Katherine (West) Scarborough. She was Bowman's 4th wife and survived him..^8,9,3 Katherine was living on 21 December 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Capt. Nathaniel Littleton, son of Col. Southy Littleton and one of the grandsons of Maj. Edmund Bowman, brought action against Mrs. Catherine Bowman (widow of Edmund Bowman) and Mrs. Gertrude Cropper (widow of John Cropper), both executors of Bowman's estate..¹⁰

     Anthony was born on 4 November 1641 at Shadwell, Acc Co, VA.¹ His body was interred on 23 November 1641.¹

     Anne was born circa 1643 at Shadwell, Acc Co, VA.¹ She married Charles Scarburgh circa 1650.²

     Anthony was born circa 1663 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Rowles, daughter of John Rowles I and Alice Major, circa 1690.^3,4 Anthony was named in his grandmother's will on 14 June 1691 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Anthony was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶ He made a will on 26 October 1716 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Anthony died in 1717 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Alexander was born circa 1665 at Accomack Co, VA. He married (d/o_Rich_II) Bayly, daughter of Maj. Richard Bayly (II) and Mary Jones, circa 1700. It is assumed that since Richard Bayly left land to Scarburgh West along with many other grandchildren, that Scarburgh West would have also been a grandchild (but it was not stated in Richard's will that Scarburgh was a grandson). This would seem to be the only reason to leave anything to Scarburgh West and this would be consistent with his other bequeaths..⁴ Alexander was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Mary Robinson, daughter of Joseph Robinson, after 8 February 1727.⁵ He made a will on 30 November 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary negro Jack for life reversion to her daughter Anne Hurtley & for want of heirs to my son Scarburgh West. To daughter Mary West. To son John West. To grandson Alexander West. To grandson John West. Wife to have to the orphan boy Thomas Harris that lives with me till he is at age. To wife Mary 100 acres at Mattompkin for life, reversion to her daughter Anne Hurtley & for want of heirs to my grandson Alexander West. Wife & son John Extrs. Witt: John Custis, Mary Snead & William Tilney..^6,7 Alexander died in December 1727.^6,7 Alexander's will was probated on 3 January 1728 at Accomack Co, VA.⁷

     John was born circa 1661 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as the eldest son John in the will of John West. (Note: This could have meant that he was either the eldest son or just the eldest of the two sons named John.).¹ He made a will on 9 November 1708 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,4 John died before 2 February 1708/9 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..⁴

     He died without issue. Bennony was born circa 1675 at Accomack Co, VA. Bennony was named in his uncle's will circa 1676 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as nephew Bennony West, a son of Maj. John West, in the undated will of Henry Scarborough, which was recorded 26 May 1676..³ He married Sarah Snead circa 1695.^4,5 Bennony was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Benony and was given land at Deep Creek and if he died without issue, his part was to go to son Alexander's eldest son..¹ He made a will on 17 January 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife whole estate. Goddaughter Ann Snead. To wife Sarah Negro Robin now in the possession of my mother. Wife Extr. Brogther and friend Capt. Snead to assist her. Witt: Charles Snead and Evan Edwards..⁴ Bennony died in January 1709.⁴ Bennony's will was probated on 1 February 1709 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Jonathan was born on 27 March 1674 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Jonathan was named in his uncle's will circa 1676 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as nephew Jonathan West, son of Maj. John West, in the undated will of Henry Scarborough, which was recorded 26 May 1676..⁵ He married Catherine Marvel, daughter of John Marvel Sr. and Ann West, circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.^6,7 Jonathan was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as son Jonathan in the will of John West..⁸ Jonathan was named in his father-in-law's will on 29 July 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jonathan West in the will of John Marvill. He also named Mrs. Catherine West and friend Mrs. Matialda West as his Extr.⁷ He married Rachel Spooner circa 1720.⁴ He made a will on 3 May 1727 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Jonathan died in 1727 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Catherine was born on 6 May 1677 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Catherine was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as one of 4 youngest daughters, Catherine (all under 16), in the will of John West..² She married Capt. Charles Snead, son of Capt. Robert Snead and Elizabeth Lucas, on 7 January 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. On 2 Jun 1713 Mrs. Matilda West (widow) presented and acknowledged a deed of gift of land she made to her daughter Catherine Snead and her husband Charles Snead..^4,5 Catherine was named in her husband's will on 13 April 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Catherine in the will of Charles Snead..⁶ She made a will on 5 May 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Smith Snead land & plantation on Mary Branch left me by my father Col. John West, reversion to my grandson John Snead, son of my son John Snead. Grandson Charles Snead, son of John Snead. To grandson John Snead, son of John Snead, a pewter dish marked "K W" To Ann Snead, daughter of John Snead. To the children of my son Smith Snead. Sons John & Smith Snead Exrs. Witt: Katherine Arbuckle, Jemima Booth, William Arbuckle. Codicil: 23 Nov. 1750 - To daughter in law Scarburgh Snead. To Mary Snead, daughter of my son John Snead. Witt: Euphamia Arbuckle, James Arbuckle, William Arbuckle..⁷ Catherine died on 19 February 1751 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 73. Her will was probated on 28 May 1751. John Snead heir at law to the testatrix..^4,7

     Mary was born circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. She deposed on 2 Oct 1766 that she was aged 80 and upwards..⁴ Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 14 June 1691 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as granddaughter Mary West in the will of Mary Scarburgh..⁵ Mary was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was under age 16..⁶ She married Capt. Robert Snead circa 1704. On 4 Oct 1706 Madam Matilda West (executrix of Col. John West, (deceased), John Wise (in the right of his wife, Matilda), Jonathan West, Richard Kellam (in right of his wife Farncis), Katherin West, Robert Snead (in right of his wife Mary), Thomas Harding (in right of his wife Scarburgh Harding) the sons and daughters of Col. John West and Matilda, petitioned that the estate be divided according to the will. Since most of the persons desired that John Custis, Exp., be appointed, it was ordered that the and col. William Custis, Lt. Col. Tully Robinson, Maj. George Parke and Capt. John Braudhurst (or any four of them) divide the estate of John West before the next court or as soon as convenient. On 6 Dec 1706 Robert Snead and his wife Mary (one of the daughters of Lt. Col. John West, deceased) exhibited a bill against Matilda West (executrix), who was summons to this court. The sheriff returned a copy of the writ (with the summons on the back) that was left at Matilda's dwelling house. When she did not appear, Snead's attorney (Mr. Andrew Hamelton) requested and was granted an attachment against "ye body of Matilda West" the sheriff was to deep her in safe custody till she posted a bond to appear at the next court. On 5 Feb 1706/7 Robert Snead and his wife Mary (daughter of Lt. Col. John West, deceased) brought an action against Matilda West (executrix of the estate), who was taken into custody on 31 Jan by Sheriff Tully Robinson to ensure her appearance at this court. Matilda refused to put her answer in writing. West had left his "four daughters viz Catherine Mary Ann & Scarburgh each a young slave in the estate. Snead and Matilda West ultimately reached an agreement. Snead would give up his right to Mary's share of cattle, Horses, sheep and household goods. Matilda would have her first choice of the six young slaves (she selected Sarah). Catherine West could have second choice (Bette). Snead would have third choice (Gui). The court ordered Matilda to immediately deliver to Gui to Snead.
.^4,7 Mary was named in her husband's will on 27 August 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of Capt. Robert Snead..⁸ On 4 Mar 1712/13 Mary Snead (widow of Capt. Robert Snead) petitioned tha Snead had left his will in her custody; she produced it for probation. Though she was named as executris, Mary refused that position. Mary, who was given no part of the estate in the will, petitioned for administration as widow in the right of herself and her children. The court granted her this and accepted Col. Tully Robinson, Capt. Jno. Bradhurst and Mr. Robt. Pitt as her security. The will was proved by the oaths of John Lurton and Thomas Lurton.⁹
Mary witnessed a will on 13 April 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonathan West, George Parker & Mary Snead witnessed the will of Charles Snead, wife Catherine..¹⁰ Mary witnessed a will on 30 November 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Custis, Mary Snead & William Tilney witnessed the will of Alexander West, wife Mary..¹¹ As of circa 1728,her married name was Burton.^4,12,13 She married William Burton II, son of William Burton I, Gent. and Ann Stratton, circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary West Snead was William Burton's 2nd wife..^4,12,13 Mary was named in her husband's will on 18 November 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary in the will of William Burton. He named daughters-in-law (meaning step-daughters) Ann Snead & Catherine Snead..¹² Mary was named in her daughter's will on 27 February 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as mother in the will of Anne Snead and as Mary Burton at probate..¹⁴ Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 25 November 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Katherine Arbuckle was granted to Mary Burton with James Rule security..¹⁵ She made a will on 14 April 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. Grandaughter Anne Arbuckle, now Anne Teackle, wife of Levin Teackle. To great-grandaughter Anne Purnall, daughter to my grandaughter Euphime Purnell. To grandau Mary Stewart. To great-grandaughter Anne Snead Stewart. To grandaughter Catherine Arbuckle. To grandson Archibald Campbell. To each of my grandchildren in North Carolina, viz: Leah & Eupheme Snead. To greatgrandson John Eustace. To grandaughter Anne Snead, daughter of my son John Snead in North Carolina. To Anne Snead, daughter of John Snead in Accomack County. To my 4 grandchildren in North Carolina, viz: Jane, Catherine, Leah & Eupheme Snead. Jane & William Wilson Snead, children of my son John in North Carolina. Greatgrandaughter Catherine Arbuckle, daughter of James Arbuckle. Great-grandaughter Catharine Murray in Worcester County. Grandchildren Eupheme Purnall, Mary Stewart, & Catharine Arbuckle residual legatees. Friends Col. Thomas Parramore, John Snead & grandson James Arbuckle Exrs. Witt: Levin Stewart, George Millechops, William Arbuckle..^16,17 Mary died before 27 January 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..^18,17

     Anne was born on 12 February 1686 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Anne was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was under age 16..² She married Thomas Sparrow circa 1706. Anne West was the 3rd wife of Thomas Sparrow..⁴ She married William Sellman on 9 October 1718 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.⁴

     Scarburgh was born circa 1675 at Accomack Co, VA. Scarburgh was named in his uncle's will circa 1676 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as nephew Scarburgh West in the undated will of Henry Scarborough, which was recorded 26 May 1676..²

     Matilda was born circa 1679 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Hon. John [15] Wise (II), son of Col. John Wise Sr. and Hannah [6] Scarburgh, circa 1698.^4,5 Matilda was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Matilda Wise in the will of John West. Her daughter Mary Cade Wise was also named..² Matilda was named in her husband's will on 27 March 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Matilda Wise in the will of John Wise..⁶ She made a will on 6 September 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. Son John. Son Thomas. Daughter Elizabeth. Daughter Mary Cade Scarburgh. Daughter Hannah Scarburgh. Son Samuel. Son Thomas to take his brother Samuel & sister Hannah into his care and give them their maintenance & education. Son Thomas Exr. Witt: Charles Snead, Jonathan West, James Davis, Henry Davis..^5,7 Matilda died before 6 March 1722/23 at Clifton, S. Chesconessex, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..^5,7 Her body was interred at Wise Cem, S. Chesconessex, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Matilda Wise, wife of Jno. Wise, daughter of Col. Jno. & Matilda (Scarburgh) West, died 1722 at Clifton..⁸

     Sarah was born on 31 August 1658 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ She married Col. Tully Robinson (Deep Creek), son of Capt. William Robinson Jr. and Susanna (-----), circa 1680 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,5 Sarah was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Sarah Robinson, wife of Capt. Tully Robinson, and given a plantation at Onancock called ye Folly, containing 600 acres for life and then it was to go to her 5 children, West, Elizabeth, Scarburgh, Sarah and Susanna..² Sarah died on 12 November 1723 at Deep Creek, Acc Co, VA, at age 65.⁶

     Frances was born circa 1680 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1695,her married name was Kellam.^4,5 She married Richard Kellam II, son of Richard Kellam I and Sarah Ansley, circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA.^4,5 Frances (12) West received land as a gift in 1697 at Sarah's Neck (Craddock Neck), Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Col. John West gave land in Sarah's Neck, now called Craddock Neck, to his daughter Frances and her husband Richard Kellam Jr. They moved from Occahonnock Neck to this land.⁶ Frances was named in her father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Frances Kellam and given land that had been given to her by deed in the will of John West. Her son Sarum was also named..² Frances was named in her husband's will on 8 February 1730/31 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Frances in the will of Richard Kellam.⁷ She deeded land in 1731 at Sara's Neck, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Frances Kellam gave 300 acres to her son West Kellam and 100 acres at the east end to her daughter Sarah Sill.⁸ She deeded land in 1737 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1737 Franes Kellam, widow, made a deed to her loving son-in-law Aaron Accor and my daughter Catherine, his wife.⁹

     John was born circa 1675 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his uncle's will circa 1676 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as nephew John West the younger in the undated will of Henry Scarborough, which was recorded 26 May 1676..² He married Frances (12) Yeardley, daughter of Argoll (7) Yeardley (II) and Sarah (24) Michael, circa 1695.^3,4 It was on this date that John and Frances West signed a deed of partition assigning ownership of a slave, which in setting forth rights to the slave, traces the West-Yeardley-Michael-Harmanson relationship. He owned 500 acres in Accomack County, 1704.⁴ John was named in his father's will on 6 February 1703 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as youngest son John West in the will of John West and it was noted that there were two sons John, one the elder and one the younger..⁵ He married Josepha Maria Godwin, daughter of Joseph Godwin I and Mary Patrick, after 1714.^3,4,6 He made a will on 6 February 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son Argoll Yardly West my 350 acre plantation whereon I now live, and the reversion of the 55 acres where William Rabyshaw now lives. To my son John the 150 acre plantation whereon Robert Griffen now lives. To my son Thorowgood the 2 plantations in Accomack Co. whereon Samuel West and John Powell live, comprizing 250 acres. To my beloved wife Josepha Maria West 250 acres in Accomack Co. bounded by Harry Houses Cutt. To my son Charles (under 18) Negro boy Ceaser. To my 3 daughters Sarah, Anne and Jemimah West Negro girl Betty. To my daughter Metelda West 30 shillings. To my son Joseph one shilling. To my wife Negro girl Pleasant. Wife and my children John, Thorowgood, Charles, Sarah, Anne and Jemimah West residual legatees. Wife and my son Argoll Extrs. My two friends, brother George Harmanson and Hillary Stringer to assist in Northampton Co. and Col. Tully Robinson and Mr. Thomas Custis in Accomack Co. Witt: Hillary Stringer, Francis Godwin, Jacob Stringer and George Harmanson..^7,8 John died in 1719 at Northampton Co, VA.⁹ John's will was probated on 16 September 1719 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,7

     Frances was born circa 1677 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Maj. John (13) West (the younger), son of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), circa 1695.^3,4 Frances sold land in 1714 at Old Town Neck, N'hamp Co, VA. It was in this year that the 3 Yeardley daughters and their husbands divided the Yeardley land. This was signed by John and Frances West, John and Sarah Powell and George and Elizabeth Harmanson..⁵ Frances died after 1714 at Northampton Co, VA.⁵

     Josepha was born circa 1690. She married Maj. John (13) West (the younger), son of Lt. Col. John (2) West and Matilda [13] Scarburgh (Quaker), after 1714.^2,3,4 Josepha was named in her brother's will on 5 March 1718/19 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Josepha Mariah West and given £3 in the will of Francis Godwin.¹ She married Samuel Johnson, son of George Johnson (I) (Quaker) and Ellinor (-----), before 1731 at Northampton Co, VA.⁵ Josepha was named in her husband's will on 22 February 1734 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Josephus Maria Johnson in the will of Samuel Johnson.⁶ Josepha made a will on 3 January 1735/36 at Northampton Co, VA. To my cousin Elisha Baly. To my sister Elisha Godwin. To Margaret Million a linsy woolsy gound and coat. Remaining clothes to be divided by Ann Hollond and Elisha Baly and 100p in country pay for the use of her and her children. To Mary Johnson my part of 2 gold rings. To my brother Daniel Godwin half the remainder of my estate, and the other half to be div. by Joseph Godwin and Noaor Godwin sons of Daniel Godwin. Brother Daniel extr. Witt: Cesar Evans, Ann Hollond.⁷ Josepha was named as an heir on 23 January 1742/43 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my mother-in-law (meaning step-mother) in the will of Mary Johnson.⁸ Josepha died before 8 March 1742/43 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,7

     Anthony was born circa 1698 at Northampton Co, VA. Anthony died circa 1710. He was named in the will of his grandfathter and died young..²

     Argoll was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA. Argoll was named in his father's will on 6 February 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. He was named as son Argoll Yardly West and given my 350 acre plantation whereon I now live and reversion of the 55 acres where William Rabyshaw now lives in the will of John West..² He married Comfort (-----) circa 1725.^1,4 He made a will on 4 April 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John West plantation where I now live, wife to have use of same during her widowhood. Balance of estate to wife during her widowhood, then to be divided between my 2 daughters Sarah Yardly and Anne West. Wife Comfort Exec. Witt: Henry White, John Fisher, John Arenton and Isaac Smith..⁵ Argoll died before 6 July 1736 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     John was born circa 1706 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Anne (178) Godwin, daughter of Devorax Godwin II and Susanna (52) Kendall, circa 1726.^3,4 He made a will on 28 January 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ John died in April 1730.⁵ John's will was probated on 5 May 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Thorowgood was born circa 1708.

     Sarah was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1726,her married name was Smith.³ She married Isaac Smith I circa 1726.³

     Anne was born circa 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Thomas Clapton circa 1730.³ She married (-----) Chambers circa 1750.⁴

     Jemima was born circa 1714 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Charles was born circa 1709 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betty' Lurton, daughter of John Lurton and Rachel Badger, circa 1750.³ He made a will on 10 July 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Charles died on 28 February 1757.³ Charles's will was probated on 30 March 1757 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Comfort was born circa 1705. She married Argoll Yeardley (53) West, son of Maj. John (13) West (the younger) and Frances (12) Yeardley, circa 1725.^1,2 She married Halburt Ralpel in 1737 at Northampton Co, VA.³ She married John Henderson circa 1750.³ Comfort died after 13 July 1756 at Northampton Co, VA.³

     Dorman shows her as Comfort, but Argoll Yeardley West named daughter Sarah and Anne in his will, not Comfort. Anne was born circa 1731 at Accomack Co, VA. Anne was named in her father's will on 4 April 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as daughter Anne West in the will of Argol Yardly West..²

     Maggie was born in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Clerville Littleton circa 1905.¹ Maggie was living in 1933 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. Maggie died in 1950. Her body was interred at Parksley, Acc Co, VA.¹

     His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹ Clerville was born in 1883.¹ He married Maggie L. Young, daughter of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1905.¹

     Bessie was born in 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William F. Parks circa 1905. Bessie was living in 1933 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. Bessie died in 1968.¹ Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     William was born in 1874.¹ He married Bessie M. Young, daughter of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1905. William died in 1952.¹ His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Nona was born in 1887 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married George C. Wessells, son of James T. Wessells and Caroline Susan Parks, circa 1907.¹ Nona was living in 1933 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. Nona died in 1958.¹ Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     George was born in 1867 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Eveline T. Mason, daughter of Samuel Mason and Adeline W. Wessells, on 29 January 1896 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George C. Wessells, a 26 year old farmer, the son of Jas. T. & Susan Wessells and she was shown as Eveline Ewell, a 48 year old widow, the daughter of Sam'l & Adaline Mason..¹ He married Nona Ray Young, daughter of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1907.² George died in 1946.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     (d|o was born circa 1890 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Albert W. Nock, son of George W. Nock and Delilah F. Duncan, circa 1910. (d|o was living in 1933 at Assawoman, Acc Co, VA.

     Albert was born on 16 September 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3 He married Mary M. Savage, daughter of William B. Savage and Rebecca J. Trader, on 21 September 1881 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Albert W. Nock, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Geo. W. & Delilah Nock, and she was shown as Mary M. Savage, age 17, the daughter of Wm. B. & Rebecca Savage. They were married near Atlantic Church by J.W. Hundley..¹ He married (d|o Anderw) Young, daughter of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1910. Albert died on 6 December 1935 at age 76.² His body was interred at Meth Ch Cem, Assawoman, Acc Co, VA.²

     Marian was born in 1897 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Ernest C. Powell circa 1920.¹ Marian was living in 1933 at Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Marian died in 1975.¹ Her body was interred at Quinby Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Ernest was born in 1899.¹ He married Marian L. Young, daughter of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1920.¹ Ernest died in 1964.¹ His body was interred at Quinby Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Roxie was born circa 1900 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Otho Bennett, son of Leonard James Bennett Sr. and Betsy Davis Charnock, circa 1920. Roxie was living in 1933 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD.

     John was born circa 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. John was living in 1933 at Chesconessex, Acc Co, VA.

     Thomas was born circa 1886 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was living in 1933 at Chester, PA.

     Milton was born in 1891 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Virgie Bonnewell circa 1910.¹ Milton was living in 1933 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA. Milton died in 1978.¹ His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Virgie was born in 1893.¹ She married Milton F. 'Cat Bird' Young, son of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1910.¹ Virgie died in 1963.¹ Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Andrew was born on 15 April 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Andrew was living in 1930. Andrew died on 12 October 1940 at age 48.¹ His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Marvin was born circa 1894 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Effie Mae Bayly, daughter of George Washington Bayly and Marcella Stant, on 29 December 1915 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was a 21 year old farmer and she was age 22. They were married by W. L. Murphy. Her parents were shown as Washington and Mary Bailey..¹ Marvin was living in 1933 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.

     Leonard was born in 1901 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Myrtle Susan Annis, daughter of John Dennis 'Den' Annis and Cessie Susan 'Kessy' Taylor, circa 1925.² Leonard was living in 1933 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. Leonard died in 1963.¹ His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Myrtle was born in 1902 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1920 census puts her birth at 1905..² Myrtle was listed with her father in the census of in 1920 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Myrtal Annis, a 15 year old daughter in HH#86 headed by Den Annis, age 68 and widowed.. She married Leonard Clifton Young, son of Andrew J. Young and Elizabeth S. 'Lizzie' White, circa 1925.² Myrtle was named in her brother's obituary on 17 April 1968 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Mrs. Myrtle Young of Bloxom in the obituary of Mr. G.D. Annis..¹ Myrtle died in 1977.² Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²