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     Woney was born circa 1680. He married Comfort Lewis, daughter of John Lewis (II) and Elizabeth Rodolphus, circa 1700.¹ He made a will on 7 January 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Comfort whole estate during her widowhood. Daughter Elizabeth Rew. To sons Wonny and Absalom Rew all my lands, Wonny to have plantation where I now live and he lives on. Son Ruben Rew. Balance of estate to wife during her widowhood, and then to one or all of my children as she shall think proper. Wife Executrix. Witnesses were William Young, George Hope Ewell, George Middleton and John Lewis..² Woney died in 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.² Woney's will was probated on 26 January 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. In the order of probate the citation against Beverley Rew, heir at law to the testator, returned not to be found..²

     (-----) was born circa 1660. He married Elizabeth Lewis, daughter of John Lewis (II) and Elizabeth Rodolphus, circa 1685.¹

     Susanna was born circa 1660. She married William Lewis I, son of John Lewis (II) and Elizabeth Rodolphus, circa 1680.¹

     Ann was born circa 1660. She married William Lewis I, son of John Lewis (II) and Elizabeth Rodolphus, circa 1695.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Lewis (III), son of John Lewis (II) and Elizabeth Rodolphus, before 5 November 1723 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of before 5 November 1723,her married name was Lewis.² Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 30 December 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Lewis and given 1 shilling in the will of John Melson, wife Mary..¹

     John was born circa 1679 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary Smith, daughter of Joshua Smith and Margaret (-----), circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John Melson Sr. bought land on 29 January 1701/2 at tract A100, south of Parksley, Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jeremuah Cary, wife Sarah, of Hunting Creek, Co. of Acc. ... To John Melson. 50 acres of land, it being one mority of 100 acres given me by my father, John Crey, late of this County, the said 50 acres being part of a tract of 400 acres patented to my father, John Crey.^2,3 John witnessed a will on 28 November 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jacob Litchfield & John Melson proved the nunc will of Ann Willit..⁴ He made a will on 30 December 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. John Melson named a wife Mary; sons John, Daniel, Joshua and Smith Melson; daughters Elizabeth Lewis, Mary Elliot, Adra Gunter, Tabitha Gray, and Abigail Melson. There were other unnamed children. He left son John 50 acres of land where he now lives known by the name Hunting Creek. His son Joshua and daughter's Elizabeth Lewis, Mary Elliot, Adra Gunter and Tabitha Gray got 1 shilling each. The balance was left to his wife Mary during her widowhood then to his children that are not named. His wife was the executor. At the death or marriage of his wife Tobias Bull, Roger Abbott, John Simpson and Thomas Riley were to divide the estate. Witnessess were Robert Caldwell, Henry White, and Sarah White..⁵ John died before 3 August 1737 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..¹ He left land in 1737 at tract A100, south of Parksley, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Melson (wife Mary) left to his son John the 50 acres he had bougth from Jeremiah Cary, but made no disposition of his wife's own interited land, although he mentioned other sons Daniel, Joshua and Smith. The next year the widow gave 60 years of her land to her son John for her life. In 1744 Mary Melson bequeathed the 60 acres to John and left the balance of her land to her son Smith; her son Joshua may have died, as he was not memtioned in her will.⁶

     This John Lewis lived in North Carolina for a while, but returned to Acc Co where he died intestate. John was born in 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Johanna Taylor circa 1720.¹ John was a member of the armed forces serving at French, and Indian War. John died in 1762.¹

     Comfort was born circa 1687.

     Louisa was born circa 1690.

     William was born circa 1695. He married Amey Turnall circa 1720.² William died in 1770.¹

     Thomas was born circa 1697. He married Elizabeth 'Betty' (-----) circa 1720.¹ Thomas died in 1779.¹

     Isaac was born circa 1700.

     Amey was born circa 1700.¹ She married William Lewis II, son of William Lewis I and Ann Tabitha (-----), circa 1720.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1700. She married Thomas Lewis, son of William Lewis I and Ann Tabitha (-----), circa 1720.¹ She married John Edwards circa 1780.

     Johanna was born in 1703.¹ She married John Lewis, son of William Lewis I and Susanna (-----), circa 1720.¹

     James was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Peggy Bonnewell, daughter of Joachim Mikeal Bonnewell and Peggy Bull, circa 1760.² He made a will on 21 April 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Planer William Lewis (under age 21) the plantation where I now live. To daughters Margaret & Sarah Lewis. To Reuben Wise, orphan of James Wise. Friend James Bonwell, son of James, John Bull, son of Benjamin, Thomas Chandler & my brother levin Lewis Extrs. Witts: Elijah Fitzgerald, Joseph Fitzgerald & Abel Janney..³ James died in April 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.³ James's will was probated on 29 April 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Sarah was born circa 1724.

     Betty was born circa 1726.

     Levin was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret Major circa 1750.¹ Levin died in 1782.¹

     John was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Rew, daughter of Woney Rew (I) and Comfort Lewis, circa 1765.¹ John was named as the executor of a will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother John Lewis and named Extr in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..² John died in 1780.¹

     Daniel was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sabra Drummond, daughter of Hill Drummond and Sabra [52] Robins, after 1724.¹ He made a will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sabrah Lewis use of my plantation & mill during her widow & at her death to my son John Lewis 30 acres of my land at the head of my land, also my mill. To son Levin Lewis the remainder of my land. To son Liddy Lewis. To son Daniel Lewis. Balance of estate to wife & at her death or marriage to be divided between Betty Lewis, Mary Lewis, Daniel Lewis, Elishe Lewis, Ritter Lewis, Rachel Lewis, Hetty Lewis & Rodolphus Lewis. Wife Sabrah Lewis & John Lewis, my brother, Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, Robert Parks, Lisey Rew..² Daniel died before 30 July 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Lewis named heir at law to the testator..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1696. She married Benjamin West circa 1710. She married Arthur Barnes circa 1715.¹

     Abigail was born circa 1698.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 7 January 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Evidently she was still unmarried at this time, as she was referred to as Elizabeth Rew..² She married John Lewis (IV), son of John Lewis (III), circa 1765.³ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 15 May 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. She evidently had married a Lewis by this time, as she was referred to Elizabeth Lewis..⁴

     Sabra was born circa 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. Sabra was named in her father's will on 22 March 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my youngest daughter Sabra in the will of Hill Drummond, wife Sabra..¹ She married Daniel Lewis (I), son of John Lewis (III), after 1724.² Sabra was named in her husband's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Sabrah Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis..³

     Henry was born circa 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was named in his father's will on 3 February 1724 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Catharine Lilliston, daughter of Thomas Lilliston Sr. and Ann Willett, circa 1740.² Henry Grinnalds sold land on 27 January 1740/41 at Job's Island, Acc Co, VA. Henry Grinals, planter, to William Young Jr., planter, for 15 pounds, a tract of land & marsh containing 50 acres on the Bayside, on an island called Job's Island or Hill's Choice.³ He bought land in 1742 at tract A108, north side Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Robert Thorns, son of Joseph, sold 120 acres of tract A108 to Henry Grinalls, the deed stating that Thorns owned the land by right of inheritance, so it is possible that his father Joseph had married one of the daughters and co-heirs of Robert Lewis. In 1743 a Lucresha Smith sold 100 acres to Henry Grindals, she being a widow at the time. Before her marriage to Smith, she had been the widow of William Sherwood.⁴ He was security on the administration of an estate on 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Sherwood was granted to Rachel Sherwood with Henry White & Henry Grinnalds securities.⁵ Henry died in February 1758. In 1758 Henry Greenalds, wife Catherine, died intestate and was succeeded by a son Elijah, who in 1818, wife Sarah, left to his son Southy the part between the creek and the neck road, and to his son William that above the road; after the death of William a few years later, his part was bought by Southy..^2,6 Administration of Henry's estate was filed on 28 March 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Catherine Greenalds was named to settle the estate of Henry Greenalds. Isaiah Johnson & Elijah Lilliston were the securities.² He left land in 1758 at tract A108, north side Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Henry Greenalds (wife Catherine) died intestate and was succeeded by a son Elijah, who in 1818 (wife Sarah) left to his son Southy the part between the creek and the neck road, and to his son William that above the road; after the death of William a few years later, his part was bought by Southy. In 1844 he and his wife Maria Grinnalds sold a 200-acre plantation to Shalmaneser Davis.⁴

     Arthur was born circa 1690. He married Elizabeth Lewis, daughter of John Lewis (III), circa 1715.¹

     Milby was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Milby was named in his father's will on 10 July 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Milby Russell and named Extr. in the will of Samuel Russell..¹ He married (d|o_Wm) Crowson, daughter of William Crowson and Comfort Littleton, circa 1760.²

     Rodolphus was born circa 1722. He married Scarborough Ewell, daughter of James Ewell and Rhoda Parks, circa 1760.¹ Rodolphus died in 1804.¹

     William was born circa 1724.

     Esther was born circa 1726.

     Robert was born circa 1728.

     Mary was born circa 1730.

     Amy was born circa 1732.

     Isaac was born circa 1734.

     Ann was born circa 1736.

     Scarborough was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Rodolphus Lewis, son of William Lewis II and Amey Turnall, circa 1760.¹

     James was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Cassandra Lewis in 1804.

     Levinah was born circa 1774.

     John West was the security on the 1804 Acc Co M.L.B. of Leah Lewis and Nathaniel Powell. Leah was born circa 1776. She married Nathaniel Powell on 17 December 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.² Leah died after 1821.

     Euphamy was born circa 1778.

     Catherine was born in 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Powell Sr. on 16 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. William Lewis was the security on the M.L.B. of William Powell and Caty Lewis..² Catherine was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine Powell, age 64 in HH#349 headed by William Powell Sr., a 69 year old farmer..³ Catherine died in 1884.¹

     William was born circa 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Catherine 'Caty' Lewis, daughter of Rodolphus Lewis and Scarborough Ewell, on 16 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. William Lewis was the security on the M.L.B. of William Powell and Caty Lewis..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Powell Sr. the head of HH#349, a 69 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were Catharine Powell, age 64; Mary Snead, age 33; Leah Powell, age 31; Catharine Powell, age 29; and Eveline Powell, age 18..¹ William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Powell the head of HH#511, an 80 year old farmer, with real estate valued at $800 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Powells: Catherine, age 75; Leah, age 36; Catherine, age 33; and Emeline age 28.³ William died in 1864.⁴

     Nathaniel was born circa 1780. He married Leah Lewis, daughter of Rodolphus Lewis and Scarborough Ewell, on 17 December 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Turnall, daughter of Major Turnall and Sally Parks, on 17 November 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. Smith Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel Powell, widower, and Sally Turnell of Major..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1726.¹ She married Levin Lewis (I), son of John Lewis and Johanna Taylor, circa 1750.¹ Margaret died in 1782.¹

     Euphamia was born circa 1754.¹ She married John Bloxom Sr., son of Thomas Bloxom Sr. and Patience Parks (Parks?), circa 1775.¹ Euphamia died in 1827.¹

     Spencer was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary Willett, daughter of John Willett, circa 1755.¹ Spencer died in 1778.² Administration of Spencer's estate was filed on 25 November 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Lewis was named to settle the estate of Spencer Lewis. Jonathan Willet & Thomas Lewis were securities.²

     Mary was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Spencer Lewis (I), son of John Lewis (III), circa 1755.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary and given 1 shilling in the will of John Willet..² Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 25 November 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Lewis was named to settle the estate of Spencer Lewis. Jonathan Willet & Thomas Lewis were securities..³

     John was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 17 March 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John and was given the other part of land purchased of Francis Ayres, supposed to be 60 acres, in the will of William Willett..¹ John was named as administrator of an estate on 7 September 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Catherine Prewitt was granted to John Willett.² He made a will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley..³ John died in June 1762.³ John's will was probated on 29 June 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Willet heir at law to the testator.
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     Lavinia was born circa 1770. She married John Lewis, son of Spencer Lewis (I) and Mary Willett, on 27 November 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Nancy was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Spencer Lewis, son of John Lewis and Lavinia Taylor, on 15 February 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. John Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of Spencer Lewis and Nancy Taylor of Major..¹ Nancy was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Lewis, age 39 in HH#529 headed by Spenser Lewis, a 37 year old sailor..²

     John was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, daughter of John West, on 28 February 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary West was the security on the M.L.B. of John Lewis of James and Margaret G. West, of John dec'd..¹

     Major was born in 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1799..^2,3 He married Elizabeth Powell, daughter of William Powell Jr., on 7 April 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Barnes was the security on the M.L.B. of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Powell of William..⁴ Major was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Lewis the head of HH#1159 (#1158 in the transcribed version), a 51 year old farmer with real estate valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Lewis: Elizabeth, age 43; Polly, age 19; Wm., age 12; George S., age 5; and Sarah J., age 1..³ Major died on 10 February 1878.² His body was interred at Lewis Plot, Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA.²

     James was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Ann Berry (Hickman), daughter of John Berry (Hickman) and Mary Pettitt, on 10 March 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Lewis was the security on the M.L.B. of James Lewis and Ann Berry Hickman..³ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Lewis of J. the head of HH#170, a 40 year old farmer with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were Ann Lewis, age 36; John Lewis, age 13; Perry Lewis, age 11; Samuel Lewis, age 9; Mary Lewis, age 4; and Polly Lewis, age 50..²

     Raymond was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sarah Mitchell, daughter of Stephen Mitchell and Mary Annis, in 1843.¹ Raymond was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Raymond Lewis of J. the head of HH#1160 a 30 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Lewis: Sarah, age 30; Mary, age 6 and Oswald T., age 3..² Raymond died in 1863.¹

     Margaret was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John Lewis, son of James Lewis and Cassandra Lewis, on 28 February 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary West was the security on the M.L.B. of John Lewis of James and Margaret G. West, of John dec'd..¹ Margaret was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Lewis, age 45 in HH#350 headed by Major Lewis, a 25 year old carpenter..²

     John was born circa 1770. John died before 1822.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Major Lewis, son of James Lewis and Cassandra Lewis, on 7 April 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Barnes was the security on the M.L.B. of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Powell of William..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Lewis, age 43 in HH#1159 headed by Major Lewis, a 51 year old farmer with real estate valued at $200..²

     Ann was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married James (of J.) Lewis, son of James Lewis and Cassandra Lewis, on 10 March 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Lewis was the security on the M.L.B. of James Lewis and Ann Berry Hickman..³ Ann was named in her father's will on 14 June 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Ann Lewis in the will of John Berry Sr..⁴ Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Lewis, age 36 in HH#170 headed by James Lewis of J., a 40 year old farmer..² Ann was named as an heir on 30 September 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that it was certified that the following children of John Berry Hickman or John Berry Sr. are now living: Tinney Mears (formerly Tinney Berry), William P. Berry, Samuel Berry, Charles Berry and Ann Lewis (formerly Ann Berry)..⁵

     Sarah was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Raymond (of J.) Lewis, son of James Lewis and Cassandra Lewis, in 1843.³ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Lewis, age 30 in HH#1160 headed by Raymond Lewis of J., a 30 year old laborer..²

     John was born circa 1824.

     Raymond was born circa 1826. He married Sarah Scott on 29 February 1864 at Worcester Co, MD.²

     William was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret J. Taylor, daughter of Southy Taylor (s/o Major) and Susanna Justice, on 24 January 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Lewis, a 21 year old sailor, the son of John & Peggy Lewis, and she was shown as Margaret Taylor, age 23, the daughter of Southey. They were married by Edward S. Grant at the residence of Julius Twiford. John Thos. Powell said both were over age 21..¹

     Major was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Lewis, daughter of William Lewis and Mary Anna Wessells, in 1845.¹ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Taylor on 6 December 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. David Mason & Henry Mason were the securities on the M.L.B. of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Taylor..³ Major was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Lewis the head of HH#350, a 25 year old carpenter. Listed with him were the following Lewis: Betsy, age 25; Peggy, age 45; and Betty, age 10..²

     Margaret was born on 19 December 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 11 July 1853,her married name was Twiford.³ She married Julius Rever W. Twiford, son of George W. Twiford and Margaret Ann Rew, on 11 July 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Margaret Ann Lewis died on 12 November 1913 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 82.² Margaret was buried at Liberty Cemetery, Parksley, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstons shows her as Margaret Annie Twiford, wife of J.R.W. Twiford, 19 Dec 1830 - 12 Nov 1913.²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Lewis, age 10 in HH#350 headed by Major Lewis, a 25 year old carpenter. Also listed was Peggy Lewis, age 45, who was evidently her mother..² She married George D. Twiford, son of George W. Twiford and Margaret Ann Rew, on 27 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George D. Twiford, a 25 year old oysterman, the son of George W. & Margaret Twiford and she was shown as Elizabeth Lewis, age 17, the daughter of John & Peggy Lewis. They were married by Edward S. Grant at the residence of Julius Twiford. Thomas S. Lewis said he was over age 21..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1840. She married Raymond R. Lewis, son of John Lewis and Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, on 29 February 1864 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Margaret was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William P.L. 'Bill' Lewis, son of John Lewis and Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, on 24 January 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Lewis, a 21 year old sailor, the son of John & Peggy Lewis, and she was shown as Margaret Taylor, age 23, the daughter of Southey. They were married by Edward S. Grant at the residence of Julius Twiford. John Thos. Powell said both were over age 21..¹ As of 24 January 1856,her married name was Lewis.¹

     Southey was born circa 1802 at Horntown, Acc Co, VA.^2,1 He married Wise 'Wisely' Allen on 17 December 1822 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as Southy Taylor and she as Wise Allen. No other information was given..^3,2 Southey was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southey S. Taylor the head of HH#430, a 48 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Taylors: Wisely, age 44; Colmore, a 20 year old laborer; Narrissus, age 18; Southey, a 15 year old laborer; Margaret J., age 12; Mary, age 10; James S., age 8; Oliver, age 5; Lucretia A., age 2. Also listed was William R. Moss, a 31 year old sailor, born in NJ..² Southey made a will on 11 April 1859 at Accomack Co, VA. To my daughter Elizabeth Wallop my Negro Mary until Mary arrives to age 40 & the increase of Mary until they are age 40 & Elizabeth is not to sell or hire Mary & her increase outside of Accomac County. To my son Southey Taylor my Negro George until George arrives to age 40 upon the same condition as above. To my son Oliver $200. To my daughter Lucretia Ann $200. To my son James $100. To my daughter Mary Frances … To my daughter Margaret ... I set free my Negroes Mary & Robert, being now husband & wife & give them 200 pounds of pork or bacon … & the privilege of occupying the house & 1 acre of land in the southwestern corner of the land which I purchased of Francis D. Miller. Balance to all my children & I hereby give it force that all my Negroes are to be set free as they arrive at age 40 & the increase of the females are to serve those to whom they fall, only until they arrive to age 40 & my children are bound to not sell or hire my Negroes out of the county. My Negroes which may in the division fall to my daughter Sarah Ann Trader, may be held by my son Southey Taylor & Stringer Marshall as trustees for the sole use of Sarah Ann Trader & her children & if they die before the term of service of the slaves has terminated, then they to be returned to my estate to be shared by the rest of my children. My son Southey Taylor & Stringer Marshall shall act as trustee for the sole use of Sarah Ann Trader & her children for all the property which William Trader has in his possession belonging to me, until all the obligations which I hold against said property shall be fully & fairly satisfied & settled. My slaves which may in the division fall to my son Colmore Taylor may be held by George Wallop & Southey Taylor as trustees for the use of Colmore & his heirs. After my slaves shall have served my devisees as provided & they shall become free & if they should fail, in the opinion of the 4 acting Justices of the Peace in the Sixth Magisterial District to obtain an honest living, the 4 Justices are authorized to hire out said Negroes for a limited time to good homes & pay themselves out of the proceeds & pay the balance to the Negroes. I direct with much earnestness that if any of my children attempt to upset or overthrow this will in regard to the disposition of my Negroes that they shall forfeit all right to any bequest made to them. George Wallop guardian of my son James Taylor. Southey Taylor guardian of my son Oliver Taylor. Stringer Marshall guardian to my daughter Lucretia Ann. My friends George Wallop, Stringer Marshall & Southey Taylor Extrs. Witt: Littleton Nock & Samuel J. Davis.⁴ Southey died on 6 August 1859 at Wallops Neck, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southey Taylor, who died of consumption at the age of 58 years. He was the son of Southey, born at Horntown, a married farmer. His son Southey Taylor gave the information..¹ His estate was probated on 29 August 1859 at Accomack Co, VA; John B. Ailworth, William H. B. Custis, James H. Fletcher & John S. D. Holland securities on the $30,000 bond.⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Major Lewis, son of John Lewis and Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, on 6 December 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. David Mason & Henry Mason were the securities on the M.L.B. of Major Lewis and Elizabeth Taylor..² Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Lewis, age 25 in HH#350, headed by Major Lewis, a 25 year old carpenter..¹

     Julius was born on 19 November 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Julius was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Julius C. Twilford, a 20 year old laborer in HH#1161 headed by Dennis H. Rew, a 65 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000, who was his grandfather..² He married Margaret Ann Lewis, daughter of John Lewis and Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, on 11 July 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Julius was listed as a head of household in the census of circa 1870 at Metompkin District, Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Julius Twiford the head of HH#MT815, a 42 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Twifords: Margaret, a 40 year old housekeeper; Sarah, age 16; Susan, age 14; Clara, age 11; Martha, age 8; Mary, age 8, George, age 5, and John, age 3.⁴ He died on 14 December 1916 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 87.¹ Julius was buried at Liberty Cemetery, Parksley, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Julius Rever W. Twiford, husband of Margaret Anne Twiford, 19 Nov 1829 - 14 Dec 1916.¹

     George was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret Ann Rew, daughter of Dennis H. Rew and Sarah 'Sally' Ayres, on 12 November 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Barnes was the security on the M.L.B. of George W. Twiford and Margaret Ann Rew of Dennis H..¹

     George was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George D. Twilford, age 14 in HH#1161 headed by Dennis H. Rew, a 65 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000, who was his grandfather..² He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, daughter of John Lewis and Margaret G. 'Peggy' West, on 27 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George D. Twiford, a 25 year old oysterman, the son of George W. & Margaret Twiford and she was shown as Elizabeth Lewis, age 17, the daughter of John & Peggy Lewis. They were married by Edward S. Grant at the residence of Julius Twiford. Thomas S. Lewis said he was over age 21..¹

     He was shown as Chas. C. Berry on his son John's marriage record. Charles was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret Lewis, daughter of William Lewis and Mary Anna Wessells, on 31 January 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. Major Lewis was the security on the M.L.B. of Charles Berry and Margaret Lewis orphan of William..³ Charles was named in his father's will on 14 June 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Berry Sr. left my place where I now live to be divided into 5 lots or shares & one to my daughter Tinny Mears during her life & at her death to my other living children. One to son William Berry during his life ... One to my daughter Ann Lewis during her life ... One to the children of my son James Berry to be applied to their special use by their uncles William & Samuel Berry. One to the children of my son Charles Berry to be applied to their special use by their uncles William & Samuel Berry. (NOTE: This seems to imply that James & Charles are decased.).¹ Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Berry the head of HH#1243, a 40 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $700. Listed with him were Margaret L. Berry, age 38; Mary A. Berry, age 16; William P. Berry, age 13; Sarah J. Berry, age 10; Permelia Berry, age 6; and John Berry, age 2..² Charles was named as an heir on 30 September 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that it was certified that the following children of John Berry Hickman or John Berry Sr. are now living: Tinney Mears (formerly Tinney Berry), William P. Berry, Samuel Berry, Charles Berry and Ann Lewis (formerly Ann Berry)..⁴ Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Berry the head of HH#611, a 50 year old carpenter with personal property valued at $80. Listed with him were the following Berrys: Margaret, age 49; William, a 23 year old day laborer; Pemelia, age 15; John, age 12; George, age 9; and Margaret, age 4..⁵

     Samuel was born circa 1793 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Susanna R. Lewis, daughter of William Lewis and Mary Anna Wessells, on 1 December 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. James Berry was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel Lewis of John and Susan R. Lewis, orphan of William..¹ Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Lewis of J. the head of HH#352, a 57 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,100. Listed with him were Susan Lewis, age 39; Elizabeth Lomax, age 18; Samuel Lomax, a 23 year old sailor; Sally Lewis, age 15; Maria Lewis, age 11; Susan Lewis, age 5; and Margaret Lewis, age 2. Also listed with him were the following blacks: Tabitha Drummond, age 39; George Drummond, age 8; James Drummond, age 5; Eveline Durmmond, age 3; and Tom Stephens, a 20 year old laborer..² Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. Saml. Lewis of J., age 70 and farming, was the head of HH#1231 with a wife Susan, age 53, and 5 daughters: Sally, age 22; Maria, age 20; Susan, age 16; Margt, age 12; and Indianna, age 10..²

     John was born circa 1750. He married Mollie Roach circa 1770.¹ John died in 1822.¹

     Mollie was born circa 1750. She married John Lewis (V), son of John Lewis (IV) and Elizabeth Rew, circa 1770.¹

     John was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann 'Nancy' Chesser, daughter of Shadrack Chesser, on 15 January 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.² John died in 1832.¹

     Ann was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Lewis (VI), son of John Lewis (V) and Mollie Roach, on 15 January 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 15 January 1822,her married name was Lewis.¹

     John was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah. At probate he was named heir-at-law, meaning he was the oldest son..¹

     Levin was born circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Levin Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Liddy was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. Liddy was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Liddy Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Daniel was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Daniel Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Betty was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA. Betty was named in her father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betty Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Mary was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Elishe was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. Elishe was named in her father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elishe Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Ritter was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Ritter was named in her father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ritter Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel was named in her father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Hetty was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. Hetty was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Hetty Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Rodolphas was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. Rodolphas was named in his father's will on 1 April 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Rodolphus Lewis in the will of Daniel Lewis, wife Sabrah..¹

     Thomas was born on 22 March 1759 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Sarah Clark 29 Oct 1787 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Gibb was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Lewis and Sarah Clark..³ He married Susanna (-----) 07 Sep 1826 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Levin Core was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Lewis and Susanna Rayfield, widow of William..³ He married Sarah Ann Hart, daughter of John Hart Sr. and Henrietta 'Rittah' (-----), 09 Feb 1837 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. John Hart was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Lewis and Sarah Ann Hart, of John..³ He made a will on 20 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Lewis Sr. the head of HH#222, a 91 year old farmer with real estate valued at $20,000. Listed with him were the following Lewis: Sarah, age 30; Wm., age 13; and Jno., age 8. Also listed was Jos. Gladding, a 58 year old laborer and Geo. Drummond, age 21 and black..⁴ Thomas died on 2 March 1851 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 91.²

     Spencer was born in 1763 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Spencer was a member of the armed forces serving at the Rev. War.¹ He married Sally (-----) circa 1790.¹ Spencer died in 1855.¹

     Tabitha was born circa 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Milby Russell II, son of Milby Russell I and (d|o_Wm) Crowson, circa 1784.^1,2

     Elizabeth was born circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Solomon Gray (II), son of Solomon Gray (I) and Sorrowful Ruth Underhill, on 27 December 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.² According to conflicting evidence, she married Solomon Gray (II) on 5 January 1792.