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     George was born circa 1814 at Maryland.¹ He married Parmelia J. 'Amelia' Hopkins, daughter of Richard Hopkins and Sarah 'Sally' Ayres, on 27 August 1835 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as George H. Christopher and Amelia Hopkins. No other information was given..² George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. H. Christopher the head of HH#439, a 36 year old shoemaker, with real estate valued at $1,000, born in MD. Listed with him were the following Christophers: Amelia J., age 44, born in MD; Sarah P., age 14, born in MD; Francis A., age 12, born in MD; Hannah M., age 10; born in MD; and Geo. W., age 1, born in VA. Also listed was Jas. Floyd, an 18 year old shoemaker, born in VA; and Margaret Darby, age 16, born in VA..¹ George reported a death on 21 January 1853 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Geo. H. Christopher reported the death of his son Geo. W. Christopher, who died of scarlet fever at the age of 3 years and 6 months..³ George reported a death on 22 January 1853 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Geo. H. Christopher reported the death of his wife Parmelia J. Christopher, who died of cancer..³ George died on 15 December 1887 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. H. Christopher, who died of consumption at the age of 73 years. He was born in Acc Co, and a farmer. A friend Edw. B. Martin gave the information..³

     Parmelia was born circa 1806 at Somerset Co, MD.² She married George H. Christopher on 27 August 1835 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as George H. Christopher and Amelia Hopkins. No other information was given..³ Parmelia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Amelia J. Christopher, age 44 and born in MD in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..² Parmelia died on 22 January 1853 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Parmelia J. Christopher, who died of cancer. She was the daughter of Rich. & Sarah Hopkins, born in Somerset Co, MD and the wife of Geo. H. Christopher, who gave the information..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1836 at Maryland.¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah P. Christopher, age 14 and born in MD in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..¹

     Francis was born circa 1838 at Maryland.¹ Francis was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Francis A. Christopher, age 12 and born in MD in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..¹

     Hannah was born circa 1840 at Maryland.¹ Hannah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hannah M. Christopher, age 10 and born in MD in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..¹

     George was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Christopher, age 1 and born in MD in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..¹ George died on 21 January 1853 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Christopher, who died of scarlet fever at that age of 3 years and 6 months, the son of Geo. H. & Parmelia Christoper. He was born in Acc Co and his father gave the information..²

     Richard was born circa 1775. He married Sarah 'Sally' Ayres on 23 April 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as Richard Hopkins and Sally Airse. No other information was given. (Note: It is assumed that Airse was Ayres.).¹

     Sarah was born circa 1775. She married Richard Hopkins on 23 April 1799 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as Richard Hopkins and Sally Airse. No other information was given. (Note: It is assumed that Airse was Ayres.).¹

     James was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.² James was named in his father's will on 9 January 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son James B. Floyd in the will of Benjamin Floyd, wife Mary.³ James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Floyd, an 18 year old shoemaker and born in VA in HH#439 headed by Geo. H. Christopher, a 36 year old shoemaker, born in MD with real estate valued at $1,000..² He married Mary R. Callahan, daughter of Griffen Callahan and Leah Ashby, on 15 February 1855 at Locust Mount, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. B. Floyd, a 23 year old shoemaker, the son of Benjn. & Mary Floyd and she was shown as Mary Callahan, age 19, the daughter of Griffin & Leah Callahan. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..¹

     Seth was born circa 1818 at Delaware.¹ He married Arenia Trader on 21 January 1840 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Seth Hudson and Arenia Trader. No other information was given..² He married Milcah A. 'Milky' Cottingham on 31 March 1845 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Seth Hudson and Milcah Cottingham. No other information was given..² Seth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Seth Hudson the head of HH#440, a 32 year old stage driver, born in DE. Listed with him were the following Hudsons: Milky A., age 22 and born in MD; Sally A., age 8 and born in MD; and Edw'd H., age 2/12 and born in VA. Also listed with him was Susan Custis, age 12 and black..¹

     Arenia was born circa 1820. She married Seth Hudson on 21 January 1840 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Seth Hudson and Arenia Trader. No other information was given..¹

     Milcah was born circa 1828 at Maryland.¹ She married Seth Hudson on 31 March 1845 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Seth Hudson and Milcah Cottingham. No other information was given..² Milcah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Milky A. Hudson, age 22 and born in MD in HH#440 headed by Seth Hudson, a 32 year old stage driver, born in DE..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Benjamin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benj. Bell, an 18 year old carpenter in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹

     Louis was born on 18 November 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.² Louis was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Louis Ayres, age 6/12 in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ Louis died on 28 September 1850.²

     Edmund was born on 16 November 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.² Edmund was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edmund Ayres, age 4 in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ Edmund died on 10 September 1910 at age 63.²

     Margaret was born on 12 November 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret L. Ayres, age 8 in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ She married Alfred C. Coleburn, son of Samuel C. Coleburn and Dorintha V. 'Dorinda' Hutchinson, circa 1860.³ Margaret died in 1873.⁴

     John was born on 22 May 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Ayres, age 14 in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ He married Matilda Ann Floyd, daughter of Thomas Frederick Floyd and Margaret E. Willis, circa 1870.³ John died on 25 June 1920 at age 84.²

     Richard was born on 16 March 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 Richard was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Rich'd Ayres, an 18 year old harness maker in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ He married Elizabeth Ann 'Bettie' Hack, daughter of John William Upshur Hack and Sabra Corbin Cropper, on 13 March 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Stephen Ayres, a 23 year old carriage trimer, the son of John J. & Margt B. Ayres and she was shown as Betsy Ann Hack, age 25, the daughter of John Wm. & Sabra C. Hack..² Richard died on 17 January 1885 at age 51.³ His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Richard S. Ayres, buried next to Elizabeth A. Ayres, son of Jno & Margt Ayres, 16 Mar 1833 - 17 Jan 1885..³

     Ella was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ella was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ella E. Kellam, age 8 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800..¹ Ella was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ella Kellam, age 17 in HH#1273 headed by Fredric C.A. Kellam, a 45 year old physician..² As of 14 July 1863,her married name was Smith.³ She married James A. Smith 14 Jul 1863 (lic). They were shown as James A. Smith and Ella E. Kellam.³

     Eliza was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Eliza was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza C. Kellam, age 4 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800..¹

     Frederick was born on 3 February 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.² Frederick was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fred C.A. Kellam, age 6 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800..¹ Frederick was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fredric Kellam, age 15 in HH#1273 headed by Fredric C.A. Kellam, a 45 year old physician..³ Frederick was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as F.C.A. Kellam, a 26 year old M.D. in HH#1227 headed by F.C.A. Kellam, a 55 year old M.D..⁴ He married Bettie B. Doughty, daughter of John R. Doughty and Mary R. Colonna, on 20 August 1875 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fredrick C.A. Kellam Jr., a 30 year old single physician, the son of Frederick C.A. Sr. & Eliza Kellam and she was shown as Bettie B. Ames, a 30 year old widow, the daughter of John R. & Mary Doughty. They were married by H.M. Anderson..⁵ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Pungoteague Dist, Bay Side, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fredrick Ivan Kellam, a 35 year old physician and head of household. Listed with him were Bettey Kellam, a 35 year old wife and keeping house; Eliser K. Kellam, a 3 year old daughter; Lucy Kellam, a 1 year old daughter; George Ames, a 12 year old step-son; and Margaret Ames, an 11 year old step-daughter, born in MD..⁶ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1910 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as F.C.A. Kellam the head of HH#363, a 64 year old physican. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Bettie A., a 62 year old wife; Lucy E., a 34 year old daughter and public school teacher; and John W., a 24 year old son..⁷ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1920 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fred C.A. Kellam the head of HH#108, age 74 with no occupation. Listed with him were Betty Kellam, a 74 year old wife; John W. Kellam, a 32 year old son and physician; and John Becket, a 38 year old black servant..⁸ Frederick died on 5 January 1925 at age 79.² His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Dr. F.C.A. Kellam, who is buried next to Bettie B. Kellam..²

     Sarah was born on 1 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3 Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Kellam, age 9 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800..¹ Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Kellam, age 18 in HH#1273 headed by Fredric C.A. Kellam, a 45 year old physician..⁴ She married Thomas W. Blackstone, son of Thomas Wise Blackstone and Ann P. Dix, on 20 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas W. Blackstone, a 26 year old merchant, the son of Thos. W. & Ann Blackstone and she was shown as Sarah A. Kellam, age 19, the daughter of Fred C.A. & Eliza Kellam. They were married by P. Warren..² Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Kellam, age 29 in HH#1227 headed by F.C.A. Kellam, a 55 year old M.D..⁵ Sarah died on 20 September 1887 at age 45.³ Her body was interred at Kellam Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sarah A. Blackstone, wife of Thomas W. Blackstone and daughter of Dr. F.C.A. & Eliza Kellam..³

     Sally was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally E. Wise, age 17 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800. Also listed was Eliza E. Kellam, age 44, who was evidently her mother by a prior marriage..¹ She married George S. Powell, son of Arthur R. Powell and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Bell, on 5 July 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George S. Powell and Sally E. Wise. No other information was given..² Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally E. Powell, age 25 in HH#1147 headed by George S. Powell, a 42 year old farmer..³

     Frederick was born in 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Frederick was named in his father's will on 30 December 1825 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as son Frederick C.A. Kellam (under 21) in the will of Stewart Kellam of St. George Parish.² Frederick was named in his grandfather's will on 6 November 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Frederick Kellam, son of Stewart Kellam, in the will of Frederick Kellam.³ He married Eliza E. Coward, daughter of Samuel Coward Esq. and Catherine Margaret 'Peggy' Scarburgh, on 15 February 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward C. Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Frederick C.A. Kellam and Eliza E. Wise, widow of John R. Wise. Another record from the same source shows Dr. Frederick C.A. Kellam married Eliza E. Wise on 8 Aug 1841..⁴ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Frederick C.A. Kellam the head of HH#442, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Eliza E., age 44; Sarah A., age 9; Ella E., age 8; Fred C.A., age 6; and Eliza C., age 4. Also listed was Catharine C. Wise, age 18; and Sally E. Wise, age 17..⁵ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fredric C.A. Kellam the head of HH#1273, a 45 year old physician with real estate valued at $6,000 and personal property valued at $10,000. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Eliza, ag 58; Sarah A., age 18; Ella, age 17; and Fredric, age 15. Also listed was Susan West, age 20..⁶ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as F.C.A. Kellam the head of HH#1227, a 55 year old M.D., with real estate valued at $5,000 and personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Eliza E., age 68; Sarah, age 29; and F.C.A., a 26 year old M.D..⁷ Frederick was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Pungoteague Dist, Bay Side, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Fredrick C.A. Kellam, a 65 year old physician and head of household. Listed with him was only Elenor Holley, a 66 year old house keeper..⁸ Frederick died in August 1896.¹ His body was interred at Kellam Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Dr. F.C.A. Kellam..¹

     Eliza was born on 11 July 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² Eliza was named in her father's will on 20 March 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Eliza E. Coard in the will of Samuel Coard..^3,4 She married Dr. John R. Wise, son of Tully (442) Wise II and Sarah Luker, on 15 November 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Custis was the security on the M.L.B. of John R. Wise and Eliza E. Coward..⁵ Eliza was named in her mother's will on 9 February 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Eliza E. Wise in the will of Catharine Coard..^3,6 Eliza was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Wise, a head of household, age 40-50. Listed with her were 1 female, age 0-5; and 1 female, age 20-30..⁷ She married Dr. Frederick Caesar Augustus Kellam, son of Stewart (519) Kellam and Ann Maria Hall (96) Bradford, on 15 February 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward C. Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Frederick C.A. Kellam and Eliza E. Wise, widow of John R. Wise. Another record from the same source shows Dr. Frederick C.A. Kellam married Eliza E. Wise on 8 Aug 1841..⁵ Eliza was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza E. Kellam, age 44 in HH#442 headed by Frederick C.A. Kellam, a 35 year old physican with real estate valued at $1,800..³ Eliza was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Kellam, age 58 in HH#1273 headed by Fredric C.A. Kellam, a 45 year old physician..⁸ Eliza was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza E. Kellam, age 68 and keeping house in HH#1227 headed by F.C.A. Kellam, a 55 year old M.D..⁹ Eliza died on 25 November 1873 at age 71.² Her body was interred at Kellam Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Eliza C. Kellam, wife of Dr. F.C.A. Kellam. The stone was erected by F.C.A. Kellam Jr..²

     Edward was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd H. Hudson, age 2/12 and born in VA in HH#440 headed by Seth Hudson, a 32 year old stage driver, born in DE..¹ Edward was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Sally was born circa 1842 at Maryland.¹ Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally A. Hudson, age 8 and born in MD in HH#440 headed by Seth Hudson, a 32 year old stage driver, born in DE..¹

     Arthur was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah R. 'Sally' Elliott, daughter of Rachel Elliott, on 19 October 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Arthur D. McKell and Sally R. Elliott. No other information was given..^2,1 Arthur was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Arthur McKeel the head of HH#448, a 29 year old tailor. Listed with him were the following McKeels: Sarah, age 23; and Arthur, age 1..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Arthur D. McKeel, son of (-----) McKeel, on 19 October 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Arthur D. McKell and Sally R. Elliott. No other information was given..^3,2 Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah McKeel, age 23 in HH#448 headed by Arthur McKeel, a 29 year old tailor..²

     Arthur was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Arthur was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Arthur McKeel, age 1 in HH#448 headed by Arthur McKeel, a 29 year old tailor..¹ Arthur was named in his uncle's will on 14 August 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Arthur, son of Arthur D. McKeel, in the will of John W. Tunnell, Baltimore..²

     Thomas was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret Taylor, daughter of Crippen Taylor and Sinah 'Siner' Fitchett, on 11 June 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Thorogood Tayor was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas C. Gibb of William and Margaret Taylor of Crippen..¹ Thomas C. Gibb was named in a guardian/orphan bond on 26 January 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas C. Gibb, Wm. Blackston, John J. Wise & Thomas J. Edmunds are bound unto William Parramore Senr, Geo. Scarburgh, William R. Custis & William Riley Justices of the Court in the amount of $3,000. The above Thomas C. Gibb shall deliver unto John C. Grinnalds orphan of William Grinnalds dec'd what is due the said orphan when he attains lawful age.²

     Margaret was born circa 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Thomas C. Gibb, son of William Gibb and Frances (-----), on 11 June 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Thorogood Tayor was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas C. Gibb of William and Margaret Taylor of Crippen..¹ Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Gibb, age 51 in HH#449 headed by Edmund T. Bayly, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..²

     Edward was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.² Edward was named in his father's will on 29 September 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William P. Colonna in the will of William Colonna.¹ He married Anna B(agwell) Mears, daughter of William (of Wm.) Mears and Elizabeth (172) Arlington, on 5 June 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. John R. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward P. Colonna and Ann B. Mears of Wm..³ He married Mary Ann (-----) circa 1835.² 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 P. Colonna the head of HH#451, a 45 year old sailor with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Colonnas: Mary A., age 40; Jno. T., age 14; and Samuel H., age 12..²

     Anna was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edward P. Colonna, son of William Colonna and Elizabeth Watson, on 5 June 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. John R. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward P. Colonna and Ann B. Mears of Wm..¹ Anna was named as an heir on 11 January 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that at the settlement of the estate of Wm. Mears of Wm (wife Elizabeth, brother Richard Mears of Wm.) Edward Colonna was given a legacy in favor of his wife Elizabeth A. Mears and on 13 Sep 1827 Edw'd P. Colonna signed for a receipt in favor of my wife Rosey A.B. Mears. (NOTE: Since Edward P. Colonna married Ann B. Mears on 5 Jun 1826, he is assumed to be the husband of the Elizabeth A. Mears instead of the husband of the Rosey Mears, since she was shown as Rosey Mears when she later married Patrick Mears.).

     William was born circa 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 17 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Bridget Bull, daughter of William Bull and Diana Turner, on 2 January 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. Francis Downing was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears and Bridget Bull..² This William Mears was a private in the War of 1812 in Capt. Isaac Smith's Company, 2nd Regiment Virginia Militia, Accomack County, Commanded by Lt. Col. Thomas Bayly for years 1813-1814. On the militia rolls he is listed as "William Mears of John." The only other "William Mears of John" of his generation in Accomack County records died in January 1800. But when this William Mears wrote his will in 1837 his nephew William Mears, the son of his brother John, and his own son William B. Mears, were both of age, and his will was signed "William Mears of Molly."³ He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sherlock, daughter of Charlotte Sherlock (widow?), on 21 December 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. John B. Walker was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears of Molly and Elizabeth Sherlock of Charlotte. They were married on 24 Dec 1824..² He made a will on 15 January 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Mears of Molly. To son Patrick B. Mears $25 & no more. To son Robert Mears one mare, saddle and bridle, $100 & no more. Residue to my 6 children William, James, Jane, Charlotte, Edward & George W. Mears. Wife Elizabeth Mears to have the privilege of keeping my four children Jane, Charlotte, Edward & George W. Mears & drawing their proportion of my estate to support them. Friend William P. Moore Sr. & my wife Elizabeth Mears Extrs. Witt: Abel B. Colonna & Thomas H. Kellam Jr. (NOTE: According to Lucy Ames Edwards, he did not leave property to his eldest son John B. Mears as he had by marriage acquired a large plantation.).⁴ William died in May 1837.⁴ William's will was probated on 29 May 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas R. Joynes & W. P. Moore Jr. securities..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Edward P. Colonna, son of William Colonna and Elizabeth Watson, circa 1835.¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Colonna, age 40 in HH#451 headed by Edw'd P. Colonna, a 45 year sailor with real estate valued at $1,000..¹

     John was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. T. Colonna, age 14 in HH#451 headed by Edw'd P. Colonna, a 45 year sailor with real estate valued at $1,000..¹ He married Susan E. Chandler, daughter of Edward B. Chandler and Mary A. Stanley, on 18 March 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Colonna, a 21 year old harness maker, the son of Edw'd and Mary Ann Colonna and she was shown as Susan E. Chandler, age 19, the daughter of Edw'd & Mary Chandler. They were married by Montcalm Oldham. Geo. B. Robbins said he was over age 21..²

     Samuel was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel H. Colonna, age 12 in HH#451 headed by Edw'd P. Colonna, a 45 year sailor with real estate valued at $1,000..¹

     William was born circa 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Mary Ann Winder on 15 December 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as William B. Walker and Mary Ann Winder. No other information was given..⁴ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. B. Walker the head of HH#452, age 29. Listed with him were the following Walkers: Mary A., age 23; Alice, age 2; and Catharine A., age 1. Also listed with him were Margaret A. White, age 11; and Major Parker, age 22..³ William was named in his father's will on 20 July 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William B. Walker in the will of Henry S. Walker. He was given my plantation called the Darby land containing 160 acres..²

     Mary was born on 30 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William B. Walker, son of Henry S. Walker and Sophia Kellam, on 15 December 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as William B. Walker and Mary Ann Winder. No other information was given..² Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Walker, age 23 in HH#452 headed by Wm. B. Walker, age 29..³ Mary died on 19 March 1906 at age 79.¹ Her body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary Ann Winder Walker, wife of Wm. B. Walker, 30 Jan 1827 - 19 Mar 1906..¹

     Alice was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Alice was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Alice Walker, age 2 in HH#452 headed by Wm. B. Walker, age 29..¹

     Catharine was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine A. Walker, age 1 in HH#452 headed by Wm. B. Walker, age 29..¹

     Major was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Major was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Parker, age 22 in HH#452 headed by Wm. B. Walker, age 29..¹

     John was born on 15 January 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Catharine Bowman, daughter of David Bowman (I) and Catharine (-----), 02 Sep 1799 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Seymour was the security on the M.L.B. of John Finney and Catherine Bowman.^3,4 He married Margaret 'Peggy' Bowman, daughter of David Bowman (I) and Catharine (-----), in 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He was a Captain in the Accomack County Militia in 1805 and was promoted to Major by 1814 when he took part in The Battle of Pungoteague. He was a Lt. Col. in 1821 and had become Colonel by Sep 1825. He resigned his commission in Mar 1827 when he would have been 51 years old.⁵ Col. John Finney sold land on 26 July 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Finney and his wife Margaret were joined by his mother Ann Outten in selling the 184 acres of his father's land to Duncan Glenn for £850.⁶ He bought land on 13 February 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Finney purchased his first land when he bought 16 acres from John Leatherbury Junr. for $144. He bought another 8 acres from Thomas Leatherbury on 23 Dec 1809 for £64.10. On 1 Jun 1810 he bought 124 acres for £172 from Ephraim Outten and wife Susanna. The deed states that Susanna Outten was a daughter of Charles Leatherbury and had inherited the land at her father's death. On 16 Mar 1811 a new deed was given to John Finney by the Outtens, apparently for the same 124 acres. John Finney continued to buy adjoining Leatherbury land until at the time of his death he owned 500 acres on Onancock Creek near present day Finney's Wharf. Whitelaw says he built his home, called "Meadville" on this land circa 1811.^7,8,9 John made a will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. To my son Edward O. Finney the plantation whereon he now resides near Wachapreague Creek & … & Negroes Jordan, Anne & her oldest child Mary, old Sarah & old Tom & $2,000 which I give to him as a compensation for settling my estate. To son William B. Finney the plantation whereon I now reside containing 500 acres & $1,000. To my grandchildren John, William, Ann, Margaret & Edward Arbuckle $1,000 each provided they convey their right in the tract of land their grandfather David Bowman died seized, near Drummond Town, the same that was sold to Zorobabel Mason by Oswald, David, Euphemia Bowman & by my wife Margaret, children & heirs of the said David Bowman & by me who held a life estate in the land by virtue of my intermarriage with Catherine Bowman also one of the children & heirs of David Bowman, through whom & her daughter Catharine the mother of the said John, William, Ann, Margaret & Edward Arbuckle, they derived their title & interest in & to the said tract of land … [Note: There seems to be an inconsistency between "my wife Margaret" & "my intermarriage with Catharine Bowman." According to Turman's marriage book, John Finney married Catherine Bowman by bond of 2 Sep 1799 & according to Mihalyka's tombstone book, Col. John Finney, husband of Margaret & son of John & Ann, died on 23 Oct 1848.] To my daughters Margaret & Mary Finney … & the privilege of residing in my houses herein devised to William B. Finney, free of charge, they however to find their own provisions, bedding &c. Negroes not hereinbefore disposed of to my 3 daughters Margaret & Mary Finney & Ann Wise, the wife of John C. Wise & to my 3 sons William, Oswald & Louis C. H. Finney … Remainder to my 3 daughters Margaret & Mary Finney & Ann C. Wise & Oswald B. Finney & Louis C. H. Finney. None of the property given to my daughter Ann C. Wise shall ever come into the possession of her husband John C. Wise & I place the property devised to her into the hands of my son Edward O. Finney to hold in trust … Son Edward O. Finney Extr. 1st Codicil: __ Oct 1848 - To daughters Margaret & Mary the exclusive use of the new carriage house … To William B. Finney 50 acres of wood land lying on the east side of Dolls road which I purchased of William Custis of Henry. Extr. to sell land on the west side of Dolls road … whereon John Edwards & William Kellam & Edward Kellam now reside … 2nd Codicil: 15 Oct 1848 - To my son Edward O. Finney my Negro man George now a working hand on the plantation & also ….¹⁰ John died on 23 October 1848 at age 70.² His body was interred at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Col. John Finney, husband of Margaret and son of John & Ann Finney..² His estate was probated on 30 October 1848 at Accomack Co, VA; It was on this date that his will was probated. There being no witnesses to the will or codicils, William Riley Sr., John Arlington, Richard P. Read & Dr. Thomas P. Bagwell testified to the handwriting. William B. Finney, Oswald B. Finney, Louis C. H. Finney, Thomas C. Bunting, James C. Willis, William P. Moore Sr. & William P. Moore Jr. were securities on the $150,000 bond.¹⁰ According to Whitelaw, Col. John Finney left his home plantation of 500 acres (tract A62) and his home Meadville (A62C) to his son William B. Finney, who sold to his brother Louis C.H. Finney 5 years later. In 1861 he sold the house and 400 acres to his sisters Mary H. & Margaret B. Finney. In 1880 Mary died first and left her interest to her brother Louis, but if he had no heir, then jointly to her sister Margaret and another brother Oswald B. Finney. Three years later, as Louis had died without issue, Margaret left it all to Oswald, and in 1900 he left to his nephew Edward B. Finney. In 1915 his administrators sold the house and 62 acres to Marguerite E. Tyler, and 2 years later she and her husband John S. sold to Robert L. Hopkins and William S. Nelson.¹¹

     Margaret was born on 25 February 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 2 September 1799,her married name was Finney.³ She married Col. John Finney, son of John Finney and Ann Rogers, in 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Margaret sold land in 1803 at Accomac, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that David & Isbell Bowman, John & Margaret Finney and Euphamy Bowman sold land just north of Accomac which they had inherited from their mother Katharine Bowman who had inherited it from their father David Bowman, who in 1786 left everything to his wife Katharine..⁵ Margaret was named as an heir on 30 May 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Margaret, the present wife of John Finney, was named as a daughter of David Bowman, the elder, who died seized of a lot in Onancock.⁴ Margaret was named in her nephew's will on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Finney in the will of George K. Bowman. Bowman named John A. Finney, Margaret Finney, Mary Finney, Ann Finney, William, David, James, Oswald & Lewis H. Finney, children of John Finney & Peggy Finney my aunt..⁶ Margaret died on 29 June 1845 at age 63.² Her body was interred at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret Finney, wife of Col. John Finney..²

     David was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Catharine (-----) circa 1765. He made a will on 15 October 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife the plantation where I now live to do with as she sees fir for her & my children's interest, also my lot in Onancock. Bal. of estate to wife, & after payment of debts the residue to be divided between all my children. My wife & my other Exrs. to empower my friends Patrick Jeffery or James Balfour, writer, in the City of Edenburgh, or either of them if alive, & in case of the death of both any other person they may think fit, to sell & dispose of my houses &c. in KerkaldieFifeshire, as also to receive what money will become due to me at the death of my mother in Law, also my 1/3 part of the personal est, all of which to be applied to the payment of my debts. Wife & friends Edward Ker, Charles Bagwell & Americus Scarburgh Exrs. Not witnessed. Proved by Edward Ker & George Corbin..¹ David died before 28 February 1786.¹

     William was born on 11 October 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.² William was named as an heir on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Finney, a son of John Finney & Peggy Finney, my aunt, in the will of George K. Bowman..³ William was named in his father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William B. Finney in the will of John Finney.⁴ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. B. Finney the head of HH#453, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500. Listed with him were the following Finneys: Mary P., age 38; Margaret B., age 36; and L.C.H., a 28 year old lawyer, with real estate valued at $5488. Also listed were Ann C. Arbuckle, age 23 with real estate valued at $1,000 and Margaret B. Arbuckle, age 21 with real estate valued at $1,000..⁵ He died on 10 December 1853 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 37.² Administration of William estate was filed on 26 December 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William B. Finney was granted to Edward O. Finney, Oswald B. Finney & Louis C.H. Finney with Thomas C. Bunting, Edmund R. Allen & William P. Moore securities.⁶ He estate was settled on 27 December 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that an inventory of his estate by Robert J. Poulson, Lewis S. Snead & Thomas C. Bunting showed the following slaves: David, $950; Emma, $600; Grace, $400; Isaac, $300; George, $250; Jane & child Georgianna, $350; Jesse, $300; John, $250; Joshua, $0; William, $700; & Frank, $150.⁷ William was buried at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William B. Finney, son of Col. Jno. & Marg't. The death date may be off by 6 years, since his administration on his estate was 26 Dec 1853.²

     Mary was born on 24 December 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mary was named as an heir on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Finney, a daughter of John Finney & Peggy Finney, my aunt, in the will of George K. Bowman..³ Mary was named in her father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Mary Finney in the will of John Finney.⁴ Mary was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary P. Finney, age 38 in HH#453 headed by Wm. B. Finney, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500..⁵ Mary made a will on 7 May 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. She left her share of "Meadville" to her brother Louis C.H. Finney and should he die without a lawful heir, then to her sister Margaret B. Finney and brother Oswald B. Finney. A more complete version follows - To sister Margaret B. Finney, for and during her lifetime and at her death to my brother Oswald B. Finney, my interest in the house and lot in the village of Onancock, on condition that she allow my brother, Louis C. H. Finney, during his lifetime, the use and possession of her interest in the house on Onancock Creek, where I now reside. To brother Louis C. H. Finney my interest in the farm and house known as "Meadville" on Onancock Creek, reserving in said house for the benefit of John Atkinson that portion of said house used by him, and should Louis C. H. Finney die without issue, then to my sister Margaret B. Finney. To brother Oswald B. Finney $500. To John Atkinson $2000. To Margaret Arbuckle my horse and carriage, and should my brother Oswald B. Finney die without lawful issue, my interest in the house and lot in Onancock. To niece Nannie Craft. $500 for a marble monument to be erected by my executor over the graves of my parents. To Elizabeth D. Snead $100, my India china and all my wearing apparel. To John Atkinson my interest in the land known as Doll's Swamp and the Custis Swamp, 12 acres and ½ acre. To John Poulson during his life the house and lot occupied by him. Residue of my estate to be equally divided between my brothers Oswald B. Finney and Louis C. H. Finney. Exec. Dr. William R. Parramore. Wit: Richard T. Ames, Frank A. Slocombe, John H. Riley. Proved 27 Dec 1880. Sureties George T. Garrison, John Neely.⁶ She died on 4 December 1881 at age 70.² Mary was buried at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary H. Finney, daughter of Col. Jno. & Marg't.²

     Margaret was born on 12 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was named as an heir on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as John A. Finney, a daughter of John Finney & Peggy Finney, my aunt, in the will of George K. Bowman..³ Margaret was named in her father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Margaret Finney in the will of John Finney.⁴ Margaret was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret B. Finney, age 36 in HH#453 headed by Wm. B. Finney, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500..⁵ Margaret made a will on 22 November 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. She left "Meadville" to her brother Oswald B. Finney and made him her Extr. The full will follows: To brother Donald B. Finney the whole of my real estate, except that left to my nephew, Edward B. Finney. At the death of my said brother, to my said nephew my real estate in Onancock. To niece Margaret B. Arbuckle… and $500. To niece Sally Rogers $500. To nieces Margaret B. Arbuckle, Sally Rogers and Ann Harmanson my wearing apparel. The rest and residue of my estate real personal and mixed to brother Donald B. Finney. Exec. Donald B. Finney. Wit: Frank A. Slocomb, W. F. Knox. Proved 31 Dec 1883. Sureties John P. L. Hopkins, John M. Fosque.⁶ She died on 1 December 1883 at age 74.² Margaret was buried at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret B. Finney, daughter of Col. Jno. & Marg't.²

     Louis was born on 20 January 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Louis was named as an heir on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Lewis H. Finney, a son of John Finney & Peggy Finney, my aunt, in the will of George K. Bowman..² Louis was named in his father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Louis C.H. Finney in the will of John Finney.³ Louis was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as L.C.H. Finney, a 28 year old lawyer with real estate valued at $5,488, in HH#453 headed by Wm. B. Finney, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500..⁴ He sold land on 14 March 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he sold "Meadville" to his unmarried sisters Margaret B. & Mary H. Finney. It was 400 acres for $1,600 (Acc Co Deeds 1860-1861, p. 462). The deed states that he sold a part of the original 500 acres to Lewis S. Snead. His sisters were to have all his personal property on the farm, with the exception of slaves. On 20 Mar 1861, he put up his slaves for collateral to secure bonds (Acc Co Deeds 1860-1861, p. 463). They were named as Frank, Bill, Edmund, Hobert, Spencer, Maria, Frances, Charlotte, Romeo, Richard, Robert, Alice, Cornelia & Peyton. He died on 21 May 1884 at age 62. The Honable Louis Cray Hammersley Finney died at this residence, Meadville, in this county on Wednesday, the 21st inst. at 5 A.M. of softening of the brain. He had been confined to his house and premises for nearly 3 years and while his death was not unexpected, it came suddenly while sitting in his chair. He was a graduate of Harvard Law School and soon took a high stand at the bar. Colonel Finney from his early manhood occupied a promient position, having at the age of 25 years been elected a member of the Legislature, which position he held from 1845 to 1855. He was a member of the Convention of 1849-50. He was Colonel of militia for many years and Lieutennant Colonel of the 39th Reg. VA Infy, P.A.C.S. After the war he was State Senator in 1873, '4, '5, '6. He was an earnest Mason, was the first junior warden of Ocean Lodge, and with one excpetion the only charter member belonging to the Lodge. He was much beloved by the people and leaves a host of sorrowful friends. (P.E., 24 May 1884 issue).¹ Louis was buried at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Lewis C.H. Finney, son of Col. Jno & Marg't, 20 Jan 1822 - 21 May 1884.¹

     Edward was born on 14 October 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret Susan Thomas, daughter of John B. Thomas and Elizabeth Rogers, on 9 June 1828 at Northampton Co, VA. John B. Thomas was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward O. Finney and Margaret S. Thomas of John B. Thomas..³ Edward was named in his father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Edward O. Finney in the will of John Finney.⁴ 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 O. Finney the head of HH#1294, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000. Listed with him were the following Finneys: Marg't S., age 40; Andrew G., a 21 year old deputy sherriff; Jno. T., a 16 year old student; Edw'd B., age 14; Eliabeth S., age 10; and David B., age 12. Also listed was Edw'd Arbuckle, a 21 year old merchant and Rosey Lawrence, age 28..⁵ Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward O. Finney the head of HH#965, a 59 year old farmer with real estate valued at $33,000 and personal property valued at $15,000. Listed with him were the following Finneys: Margaret S., age 50 and born in N'hamp Co; John, a 27 year old merchant with personal property valued at $1,500; Edward B., a 24 year old student of physic with personal property valued at $400; David B., a 20 year old school teacher..⁶ Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as E.O. Finney the head of HH#LM1733, a 67 year old farmer with real estate valued at $150,000 and personal property valued at $3,000. Listed with him were following Finneys: E.B., a 35 year old male M.D. and D.B., a 30 year old male and at home. Also listed were the following Custises: Th. E.C., a 35 year old teacher; Bettie M., age 31 and keeping house; Edw. F., age 11; E.J., age 10 (male); Marg't S., age 7; and Mary F., age 5. Also listed was Susan Hatton, a 30 year old black domestic servant; Peggy Becket, a 20 year old black domestic servant; and Paton Finney, a 15 year old black domestic servant..⁷ Edward died on 12 March 1872 at age 69.² His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Edward Oswald Finney, husband of Margaret Susan Finney and son of Col. John & Margaret Finney..²

     Oswald was born on 2 July 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.² Oswald was named as an heir on 15 July 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Oswald Finney, a son of John Finney & Peggy Finney, my aunt, in the will of George K. Bowman..³ Oswald was named in his father's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Oswald Finney in the will of John Finney.⁴ Oswald was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oswald B. Finney the head of HH#916, a 27 year old physican with real estate valued at $6,000. He was living alone..⁵ Oswald made a will on 16 March 1900 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Oswald B. Finney of Onancock. To William Wise and Sallie Rogers, children of John C. Wise, jointly the part of Meadville farm bounded… Also to William Wise and Sallie Rogers, jointly, $200. Also to William Wise and Sallie Rogers, jointly, 8 acres of woodland… To John T. Finney, son of E. O. Finney that part of the Meadville farm bounded… Also to John T. Finney, 3/8 of the woodland…, on condition that he pay into my estate $500. To nephew Edward B. Finnie, on condition that he pay into my estate $1,000, that part of Meadville farm bounded… also ¼ of the woodland… To niece Bettie M. Custis, daughter of E. O. Finney, for her life and at her death to her children, that part of Meadville farm bounded…, 3/8 of the woodland… and $100. My interest in the house and lot in Onancock where Bettie M. Custis now resides to be sold, with Bettie M. Custis having the option of buying it for $13,000. To Margaret Shield, daughter of Bettie M. Custis $100. to Elizabeth Powell and Florence Cullen, daughters of Bettie M. Custis, $100 each. To Raymond R. Riley $200. To Anne Addison $100. To Elizabeth Powell… To Edward O. F. Custis… and $100. To Frank P. Brent the amount of money he owes me. To nephew Edward B. Finney… and $20. To John H. Arbuckle… To nephew Edward B. Finney my lots #117 and 118 in Onancock Cemetery. Rest and residue to the Vestrymen of Holy Trinity P. E. Church of Onancock in trust for the use and benefit of said church. Exec. Edward B. Finney. Wit: E. E. Miles, Hy. F. Powell. Proved 30 July 1900. Sureties Francis D. Parks, Henry F. Powell.⁶ He died on 22 July 1900 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 81. Dr. Oswald B. Finney, a well known citzen of Accomac and prominent in its affairs for 40 years or more, died at his home at Onancock after a long illness on Sunday, aged 81 years. In early life he made of himself the reputation of being a first class physician and sustained it throughout his life and was so recongnized in his latter days by receiving the appointment as one of the examiners fo the State Board of Physicians. Being fond of politics though and having ample means to gratify his taste in that direction he did not contine himself to his profession. As a Whig before the war he was called upon to serve his party in the Legislature and during the term his zeal in the interest of his party lead to a dual between him and Hon. Roger A. Pryor. The men met on the Manchester side of the James River and the doctor was wounded in the side. Since the war Dr. Finney has been an intense Democrat and as such he served his country in both houses of the Legislature. (P.E., 28 Jul 1900 issue).² Oswald was buried at Meadville, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Dr. O.B. Finney, son of Col. Jno. & Marg't.²

     Catharine was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Catharine was named as an heir on 30 May 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Catherine was named as the only daughter of Catherine, a daughter of David Bowman, the elder, who died seized of a lot in Onancock. She left an only child Catherine Finney.² She married George William Arbuckle, son of Edward (580) Arbuckle and Ann S. Williams, 10 Jun 1818 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Henry F. Finney was the security on the M.L.B. of George W. Arbuckle and Catherine B. Finney..³ As of 10 June 1818,her married name was Arbuckle.³

     Ann was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.² Ann was named in her grandfather's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Ann Arbuckle, child of my daughter Catherine by my first wife Catherine Bowman, daughter of David Bowman.³ Ann was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann C. Arbuckle, age 23 with real estate valued at $1,000 in HH#453 headed by Wm. B. Finney, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500. William Finney was her uncle, the brother of her mother Catherine Finney Arbuckle..² She married John S. Harmanson, son of John H. Harmanson and Juliet B. Holland, on 2 June 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John L. Harmonson and Ann C. Arbuckle. No other information was given. Another record from this sources shows him as John I. and the marriage on 1 Jun 1853..⁴

     Margaret was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.² Margaret was named in his grandfather's will on 28 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Margaret Arbuckle, child of my daughter Catherine by my first wife Catherine Bowman, daughter of David Bowman.³ Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret B. Arbuckle, age 21 with real estate valued at $1,000 in HH#453 headed by Wm. B. Finney, age 27 with real estate valued at $16,500. William Finney was her uncle, the brother of her mother Catherine Finney Arbuckle..²

     Margaret was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. Margaret was named in her uncle's will on 24 January 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as cousin (meaning niece) Margaret Custis in the will of Thomas Custis..² Margaret chose a guardian on on 31 December 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this data that John Custis was appointed her guardian..¹ As of circa 1767,her married name was Williams.³ She married Dr. William Williams Esq., son of John Williams and Esther Taylor, circa 1767.³ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 6 March 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Margaret Williams in the will of William Williams.⁴ Margaret was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margarett Williams a head of household, aged over 45. Listed with her were 1 male age 10-16, 1 male age 16-26, 1 female age 16-26, 1 age 26-45, and 17 slaves.⁵ Margaret died before 25 February 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,6

     Elizabeth was born on 24 May 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 6 June 1784,her married name was Wharton.³ She married John (235) Wharton Esq. (Wharton Place), son of John (105) Wharton and Elizabeth (-----), on 6 June 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,2 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 6 March 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Wharton in the will of William Williams, wife Margaret. She was given all the Negroes & whatever property she has in her possession.⁴
Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 23 February 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Elizabeth Wharton in the will of John Wharton, presently in Philadelphia.⁵ Elizabeth was named in her mother's will in September 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Elizabeth Wharton in the will of Margaret Williams, widow of Dr. William Williams dec'd.⁶ Elizabeth made a will on 29 October 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Wharton. To niece Ann C. West the free use & occupation of my dwelling house, garden, inner & outer yards & all the houses attached, provided she resides in the dwelling house, but should she not choose to reside in the house, she is to have no benefit, which is to end as soon as Francis West arrives to age 21. To Francis West, son of William H. West & my niece Ann C. West, the remainder of my plantation whereon I now reside & when he arrives at age 21 the houses, gardens & yards above devised to his mother. Also to Francis West the water grist mill which is attached to my plantation & the lands I purchased of John W. Watson adjoining the land & the store house & dwelling house where Dr. Cropper now lives & all the lands attached to the lot west of the county road & the lands I purchased of John W. Watson & which he purchased of George Bundick, subject to the restrictions hereafter mentioned. To Elizabeth Ann West, daughter of William H. West & my niece Ann C. West, the land called Whittington with the mill & appurtenances, subject to the restrictions hereafter mentioned. To Mary N. West, daughter of William H. West & A. C. West, the houses & lots at Horn Town & the lands near there, all of which I purchased of Euphemia Conquest & the houses & lots near Drummond Town & the lands called Gales Swamp, formerly the property of William W. Burton & which has been extended to me subject to the restrictions hereafter mentioned. To William H. West, son of William H. West & Ann C. West, the 2 tracts of land I purchased at the sheriff's sale of John W. Watson's property, one called the Abbott plantation & the other called Privy Hedge, subject to the restrictions hereafter mentioned. All my slaves to be free on the first day of January after my death. To Elizabeth Wharton Bayly, daughter of Thomas M. Bayly, $400. To Thomas B. Cropper & Thomas H. Bayly each a good silver watch. Remaining estate to be sold & proceeds invested with ¼ of the annual interest going to my niece & ¾ going to Francis West, Elizabeth A. West, Mary N. West & the infant William H. West [the children of Ann C. West] until each arrives at age 21. I should be buried by the side of my dec'd husband John Wharton & a tomb put over my remains like his tomb. Thomas M. Bayly Extr. & guardian to Francis, Elizabeth A., Mary N. & William W. West. If he declines to be either Extr. or guardian, I appoint friends Walter D. Bayne & Colmore S. Bayne Extrs. or guardians. Witt: Ann C. Cropper, David D. Abbott & John Washington Cropper. Probate was 26 Dec 1831 and Thomas M. Bayly refused to qualify as Extr. but instead became Admr. with Levi Dix, William Riley & Augustus W. Bagwell securities.⁷ Elizabeth died on 13 November 1831 at age 67.⁸ Her body was interred at Wharton Cem, Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. According to Carey her tombstone shows her as Eliz. Wharton, the daughter of Wm. & Marg't Williams, who married Jno. Wharton on 10 Jun 1784, 4 May 1769 - 13 Nov 1831. Whitelaw shows 24 May 1764 - 13 Nov 1831..^8,2

     John was born on 23 November 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 John was named in his aunt's will on 26 October 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Wharton (under 12), son of my brother John in the will of Ann Wharton.⁵ John was named in his father's will on 29 May 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John and given all my lands in the will of John Wharton, wife Elizabeth.⁶ He married Elizabeth W. 'Betsy' Williams, daughter of Dr. William Williams Esq. and Margaret (569) 'Peggy' Custis, on 6 June 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. William Gibb was the security on the M.L.B. of John Wharton and Elizabeth W. Williams. They were married on 10 Jun 1784..^7,3 He was of "Wharton Place" in Accomack County and was engaged in coastwise trade. John made a will on 23 February 1814 at Philadelphia, PA. He was shown as John Wharton, presently in Philadelphia. His will was partly proved on 28 Mar 1814, fully proved on 13 Apr 1814 & recorded in Acc Co on 26 Apr 1814 - Wife Elizabeth Wharton, brother Bagwell Wharton, friend Judge Thomas Evans & friend Thomas T. Taylor Extrs. The profit & interest of my estate to my wife Elizabeth Wharton during her natural life & at her death to my heirs at law as if I had died intestate. Witt: John Teackle, Robert Wharton, Francis West & T. Mitchell. Probate: Partly proved by John Teackle Esq. The other witnesses Robert Wharton, Francis West & T. Mitchell reside in the City of Philadelphia & the Mayor of the City of Philadelphia was asked to obtain their depositions. Bagwell Wharton gave bond for $600,000 with Major S. Pitts, John Custis, William R. Custis & William P. Custis his securities. On 13 Apr 1814 the 3 named residents of Philadelphia appeared in Philadelphia & further proved the will.⁸ John died on 25 February 1814 at Philadelphia, PA, at age 51.⁴ His body was interred at Wharton Cem, Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John Wharton Esquire, the husband of Eliz, born in Acc Co and died in Philadelphia, 23 Nov 1763 - 23 Feb 1811. (NOTE: Since his will was written on 23 Feb 1814, he evidently died in 1814, not 1811 as reported in the tombstone book and in Whitelaw..^4,3 He estate was settled on 27 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. 20 Jun 1814 (Invy), 27 Jan 1823 (Rec'd) - Books in inventory: 18 volumes of the encyclopedia valued at $100 & others. Negroes appraised: Levi, Shadrack, Bob, Peter (Sparrow), Charles, Samuel, George (Bishop) Island, Jacob (Orphey), Jacob (McMouth), Peter (L. H.), boy Lewis, Sarah Livy, Orphey, Keziah & child Agnes, Leah, Peg, Rachel, Fan, Polly, Edmund, Parker, Henry, Nan at R. Fisher's, Levy at T. Watson's, Hetty at W. C., Leah at T. F., Sarah at T. F. & child, Moses P., Peter C., George O., Stephen, Levy, Israel, Milly & her child, John, Mary at T. T. T. & Edmund at Thomas. Appraisers: John Parramore & John Savage.⁹

     Henry was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was named in his grandfather's will on 6 March 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Arbuckle Jr. in the will of William Williams, wife Margaret. He and his brother George Arbuckle were given £12.10s which was their proportion left them by their uncle Henry Custis Williams.² Henry was named in his grandmother's will in September 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Henry William Arbuckle in the will of Margaret Williams, widow of Dr. William Williams dec'd. He as his brother George Williams Arbuckle were named Extrs.¹

     John was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah A. (-----) circa 1845.¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Stott the head of HH#454, a 32 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Stotts: Sarah A., age 31; Jno. W., age 3; and Susan A., age 4/12. Also listed was Sabra Savage, age 12 and black..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John Stott circa 1845.¹ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Stott, age 31 in HH#454 headed by Jno. Stott, a 32 year old sailor..¹

     John was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Stott, age 3 in HH#454 headed by Jno. Stott, a 32 year old sailor..¹

     Susan was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan A. Stott, age 4/12 in HH#454 headed by Jno. Stott, a 32 year old sailor..¹ Susan was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Lloyd W. Savage, son of James K. Savage and Ann B. 'Nancy' Harmon, on 7 October 1875 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lloyd W. Savage, a 25 year old merchant, born in Acc Co and living in Hutchine, TX, the son of Jas. K. & Ann B. Savage and she was shown as Susan A. Stott, age 25, the daughter of John & Sarah Stott. They were married by F.R. Boston..²

     Lloyd was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Susan A. Stott, daughter of John Stott and Sarah A. (-----), on 7 October 1875 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lloyd W. Savage, a 25 year old merchant, born in Acc Co and living in Hutchine, TX, the son of Jas. K. & Ann B. Savage and she was shown as Susan A. Stott, age 25, the daughter of John & Sarah Stott. They were married by F.R. Boston..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Richardson, age 45 in HH#247 headed by George T. Mears, a 32 year old miller..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Richardson, age 8 in HH#455 headed by Thos. S. Richardson, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $8,000..¹

     Georgianna was born on 14 November 1845 at Washington, DC.^2,3 Georgianna was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Georgianna Richardson, age 5 in HH#455 headed by Thos. S. Richardson, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $8,000..¹ She married Upshur Balderstone Quinby, son of Aaron Balderstone Quinby and Elizabeth Upshur Teackle, on 23 November 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Upshur B. Quinby, a 23 year old attorney, the son of A.B. & Eliz'th U. Quinby and she was shown as Georgie G. Richardson, age 19, born in Wash City, DC and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Thos. S. & Marg't B. Richardson. They were married by W.G. Coe. The certificate was not returned until 22 Jan 1866..² Georgianna died on 30 November 1896 at age 51.³ Her body was interred at Warwick Cem, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Georgie G. Quinby, the wife of Usphur B. Quinby and the daughter of Thos. & Margaret B. Richarson, who died at the age of 51 years, 0 months and 16 days..³

     Upshur was born on 20 August 1841 at Warwick, Quinby, Acc Co, VA.^2,3 He married Georgianna G. 'Georgie' Richardson, daughter of Thomas S. Richardson and Margaret B. Walter, on 23 November 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Upshur B. Quinby, a 23 year old attorney, the son of A.B. & Eliz'th U. Quinby and she was shown as Georgie G. Richardson, age 19, born in Wash City, DC and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Thos. S. & Marg't B. Richardson. They were married by W.G. Coe. The certificate was not returned until 22 Jan 1866..¹ He studied law at the University of Virginia, later becoming a member of the Accomack Co Bar. Upon the death of his mother in 1875 he inherited "Warwick" where he established his home and reared his family. He left "Warwick" to his wife for life and then to his children. In 1912 the heirs sold, thus the property passed from the Upshur family line after almost 250 years of ownership. He was deeply interested in his family history and spent many years collecting genealogical information. After his death his collection of family papers and manuscripts was given to the Alderman Library, University of Virginia.³ Upshur died on 29 January 1898 at age 56.² His body was interred at Warwick Cem, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Usphur Balderstone Quinby, the son of Aaron Balderstone & Eliz. Teackle Quinby..²

     Aaron was born on 19 August 1795.¹ He married Elizabeth Upshur Teackle, daughter of Littleton Dennis Teackle and Elizabeth Upshur, on 20 April 1839.^2,1 Aaron Balderstone Quinby died on 29 April 1853 at age 57.¹

     Elizabeth was born on 4 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 As of 20 April 1839,her married name was Quinby.^1,2 She married Aaron Balderstone Quinby, son of Aaron Quinby and Lydia Balderston, on 20 April 1839.^1,2 Elizabeth died on 10 March 1875 at age 74.^1,2 Her body was interred at Warwick Cem, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth Upshur Quinby, the wife of Aaron B. Quinby and the daughter of Littleton Dennis Teackle and wife Eliz. She died at the age of 74 years, 1 month and 6 days..¹

     Elizabeth was born on 12 March 1783 at Warwick, Quinby, Acc Co, VA.² As of 27 May 1800 (bond),her married name was Teackle.^3,4 She married Littleton Dennis Teackle, son of John Teackle and Elizabeth Dennis, 27 May 1800 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. John Stratton was the security on the M.L.B. of Littleton D. Teackle and she was shown as Elizabath Upshur. L. Upshur gave consent for his two relatives..^3,4 Elizabeth Upshur died on 28 September 1835 at Teackle Mansion, Princess Anne, Som Co, MD, at age 52.⁴ Elizabeth was buried at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Yard, Princess Anne, Som Co, MD.⁴

     Polly was born circa 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Polly was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Phillips, age 33 in HH#457 headed by Jno. Phillips, a 60 year old carpenter..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Phillips, age 26 in HH#457 headed by Jno. Phillips, a 60 year old carpenter..¹

     Bell was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Bell was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Bell Phillips, age 24 in HH#457 headed by Jno. Phillips, a 60 year old carpenter..¹

     Thomas was born on 18 August 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Susanna Bradford, daughter of Capt. John (79) Bradford, 12 Jan 1833 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Hugh Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nock and Susan Kellam, widow of Thomas S..³ 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 Thos. Nock the head of HH#459, age 54 with real estate valued at $6,000. Listed with him were Susan Nock, age 56; Susan Beach, age 19; Wiliam Harmand, an 18 year old clerk; Morris Keely, a 16 year old black laborer; and Jno. Downing, age 12 and black..⁴ Thomas died on 29 June 1851 at age 54.⁵ His body was interred at Hyslup-Nock Cem, Trower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas Nock, husband of Susan Nock, who died 29 Jun 1857. However, since his will was probated on 28 Jul 1851, the 1857 on the tombstone is probably 1851..^2,5

     Susanna was born on 27 April 1793 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 14 September 1822,her married name was Kellam.² She married Thomas (SeaSide) Kellam, son of Shadrack Kellam and Leah Mapp, 14 Sep 1822 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA.² Susanna was named as administrator of an estate on 29 August 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Susanna Kellam was named to settle the estate of Thomas Kellam. John Kelly (of S.), George H. Bell & Jacob Bell were securities..³ As of 12 January 1833,her married name was Nock.² She married Thomas Nock, son of Solomon Nock, 12 Jan 1833 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Hugh Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nock and Susan Kellam, widow of Thomas S..² Susanna was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Nock, age 56 in HH#459, headed by Thos. Nock, a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,000..⁴ Susanna died on 13 November 1855 at age 62.¹ Her body was interred at Hyslup-Nock Cem, Trower, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Susan Nock, wife of Thomas Nock..¹

     His common name was John. John was born on 14 June 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John died on 24 February 1771 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 28.¹

     William was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Harmand, an 18 year old clerk in HH#459, headed by Thos. Nock, a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,000..¹

     Susan was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.² Susan was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Beach, age 19 in HH#459, headed by Thos. Nock, a 54 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,000..² She married Julius A. Ames, son of Edward H. Ames and Ann 'Nancy' Kellam, on 7 January 1857 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Julius A. Ames, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Edward H. & Ann K. Ames and she was shown as Susan Beach, age 25, the daughter of George & Susan. They were married by Montcalm Oldham. Abel J. Beach said they both were over age 21..¹

     George was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Susan (-----) circa 1820.

     Susan was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She married George Beach circa 1820.