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     Elizabeth was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Henry A. Wise, son of Solomon Wise Jr. and Susannah (-----), on 24 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of Henry Wise of Solomon and Eliza. Tigner of Eliza..¹

     Eliza was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Southy was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Southy was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Martin, age 15 in HH#854 headed by Ann Wise, age 66..¹ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Martin the head of HH#1123, a 24 year old mulatto farmer. Listed with him were Rhebe Martin, age 24 and black and David C. Martin, age 1 and mulatto..²

     William was born circa 1836 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 Phillips, age 14 in HH#854 headed by Ann Wise, age 66..¹

     Laura was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Laura was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Laura Hatton the head of HH#856, age 45. Listed with her were the following Hattons: George, age 10 and William, age 6..¹

     George was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Hatton, age 10 in HH#856 headed by Laura Hatton, age 45..¹

     Annie was born on 1 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married George A. Kellam, son of Stockley Kellam Sr. and Comfort Stringer, on 1 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel J. Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of George A. Kellam and Ann Hyslop of Smith..¹ Annie was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann A. Kellam, age 22 in HH#857 headed by George A. Kellam, a 28 year old farmer..³ Annie died on 10 August 1914 at age 84.² Her body was interred at Mt. Pleasant Cem, Occahonnock Ck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Annie A. Kellam, the wife of George A. Kellam..²

     George was born on 2 January 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Annie A. Hyslop, daughter of Smith Hyslop Sr. and Sarah 'Sally' Savage, on 1 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel J. Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of George A. Kellam and Ann Hyslop of Smith..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 George A. Kellam the head of HH#857, a 28 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Ann A., age 22; Shepard S., age 16 and an occupation shown as "None;" Franklin M., age 13; and Elizabeth, age 22..³ George died on 12 March 1860 at age 38.¹ His body was interred at Mt. Pleasant Cem, Occahonnock Ck, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George A. Kellam, the husband of Anne A. Kellam and the son of Stokley & Comfort Kellam..¹

     Sheppard was born on 12 May 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sheppard was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Shepard S. Kellam, age 16 with an occupation shown as "None" in HH#857 headed by George A. Kellam, a 28 year old farmer..² He married Mary M. Stringer, daughter of Benjamin Stringer Sr. and Caroline S. Ames, on 28 January 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Shephard Kellam, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Stockly & Mary Kellam and she was shown as Mary M. Stringer, age 25, the daughter of Benj. & Caroline Stringer. They were married by L.K. LeCato. The family Bible shows 27 Jan 1864..^3,4 Sheppard Smith Kellam died on 30 March 1900 at age 65.^1,4 Sheppard was buried at St. Georg'e Episcopal Church, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Franklin was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Franklin was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin M. Kellam, age 13 in HH#857 headed by George A. Kellam, a 28 year old farmer..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Kellam, age 22 in HH#857 headed by George A. Kellam, a 28 year old farmer..¹ She married Thomas Johnson, son of Isaiah Johnson Sr. and Abigail 'Abby' Russell, on 8 December 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson, a 58 year old widowed mariner, the son of Isaiah & Abigal Johnson and she was shown as Elizabeth S. Kellam, age 40, the daughter of Stockley & Comfort Kellam. They were married by J.C. Martin..²

     Thomas was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Kellam, daughter of Stockley Kellam Sr. and Comfort Stringer, on 8 December 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson, a 58 year old widowed mariner, the son of Isaiah & Abigal Johnson and she was shown as Elizabeth S. Kellam, age 40, the daughter of Stockley & Comfort Kellam. They were married by J.C. Martin..¹

     Christopher was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret Teackle Parramore, daughter of Col. William (64) Parramore and Margaret (578) Teackle, circa 1840.³ Christopher was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Christopher C. Satchell the head of HH#859, a 46 year old farmer with real estate valued at $9,000. Listed with him was Ezekiel Mason, a 25 year old farmer..² Christopher was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Belle Haven PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Christopher Satchell the head of HH#1124, a 55 year old farmer with real estate valued at $15,000 and personal property valued at $12,000. Listed with him was Ezekiel Mason, a 33 year old farm manager with personal property valued at $600..⁴ He died in 1864. Life later became too difficult for him, so he sought a way out by taking some form of arsenical poison. He is said to have lingered several days in great agony and advised all of his friends never to try the same method.¹

     Sarah was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named in her father's will on 1 November 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah P. Satchell in the will of Christopher Satchell, wife Ann. He gave her lands north of the neck road containing 70 acres.²

     William was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 1 November 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William A. Satchell in the will of Christopher Satchell, wife Ann. He gave him my Springles(?) plantation containing 247 1/2 acres.²

     Southy was born on 20 September 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.² Southy was named in his father's will on 1 November 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Southey S. Satchell in the will of Christopher Satchell, wife Ann. He was given the plantation whereon I now live south of the neck road containing 406 acres at his mother's death.³ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy S. Satchel the head of HH#1267, a 49 year old physician, who was living alone..⁴ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomack Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Southy S. Satchel the head of HH#292, a 58 year old physician with real property valued at $21,000 and personal property valued at $14,000. Listed with him were the following blacks: Lucy Ewell, a 50 year old house servant; John Ewell, a 21 year old farm laborer; Adam Finney, a 17 year old farm laborer; Mary Ewell, a 40 year old house servant; and Arthur Ewell, age 15.⁵ Southy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as S.S. Satachel the head of HH#LM1471, a 69 year old M.D., with real property valued at $21,000 and personal property valued at $7,000. Listed with him were Isaac Satchel, a 65 year old black domestic servant with real estate valued at $700 and personal property valued at $250 and Lucy Satchel, a 65 year old mulatto domestic servant.⁶ He married E.B. (-----) after 1870.² Dr. Southy S. Satchell died on 21 November 1873 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 72.² Southy was buried at Edgehill Cemtery, Accomac, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Dr. Southey S. Satchell, husband of E.B., 20 Sep 1801 - 21 Nov 1873.

     Ezekiel was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ezekiel was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ezekiel Mason, a 25 year old farmer in HH#859 headed by Christopher C. Satchell, a 46 year old farmer with real estate valued at $9,000..¹ Ezekiel was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Belle Haven PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ezekiel Mason, a 33 year old farm manager with personal property valued at $600 in HH#1124 headed by Christopher Satchell, a 55 year old farmer with real estate valued at $15,000 and personal property valued at $12,000..²

     Hulton was born on 19 October 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 He inherited land in 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Whitelaws says no record of the death of Richard Kellam III was noted, but in later years sales of adjacent lands gave the owner of this property as a John Kellam, who died in 1773 leaving a wife Bridget and a son George as heir-at-law. The latter died in 1819 and the next year his land was surveyed for a division among the numerous heirs; his holding totaled 384 acres, including a large part of the land north of the crossroad which had been acquired by him or his fahter. The home and 7 acres went to a Hulton Kellam, who bought up the interests of some of the other heirs. In 1858 a commissioner sold 300 acres of the late Hulton Kellam to Samuel K. Shield and because of his ownership the post office called Shield's later came into being, as well as Shield's Wharf on the creek, which ceased to exist following the demise of the steamboat traffic. After the death of Shield, his large holdings were divided amon his heirs, followed by some inter-family transactions, resulting in Alfred H. Shield becoming the owner of the home place of 115 acres. In 1938 a commissioner sold the property to Francis C. Duer and his wife Billye Atkinson Duer and 2 years later they sold as 122 acres to Lucius J. and Dorothy D. Kellam, thus bringing this land back into the Kellam family once more. Tract A15B is known as Mount Pleasant. A little salt-box-type house burned in 1938. Its age was unknown, but it may have gone back to 1722 when this part of the land was allotted to Richard Kellam III. The present owners have built a substantial moder home nearby.² He married Elizabeth (-----) 01 Jun 1822 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Howson Mapp was the security on the M.L.B. of Howson Kellam and Elizabeth Rodgers, widow of Thomas (caulker).⁵ He married Susan Stringer, daughter of Jacob Stringer and Sally (-----), 22 Jan 1827 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William N. Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Hutton Kellam and Susan Stringer of Jacob..⁵ Hulton was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hutton Kellam the head of HH#860, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000. Listed with him were the following Kellams: Susan, age 44; Alfred, a 21 year old farmer; Sally, age 19; and Jane, age 9. Also listed was Elizabeth Mears, age 55; and Francis Onley, age 14..⁶ Hulton died on 27 January 1855 at age 53. His tombstone shows 27 Jan and his death record shows 27 Feb 1855. He was shown as Hulton Kellam, who died of consumption at the age of 53 years. He was the son of Geo. & Ann Kellam, born in Acc co and a farmer. His son Alfred C. Kellam age the information..^3,1 His body was interred at Mt. Pleasant Cem, Occahonnock Ck, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Hulton Kellam, the husband of Susan Kellam..³ Administration of Hulton estate was filed on 26 March 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Hutton Kellam was granted to Arthur W. Downing & Alfred Kellam with George W. Dunton & John Walter securities.⁷

     Ann was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1790,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married George (486) Kellam, son of John (173) Kellam and Bridget (-----), circa 1790.¹

     Susan was born on 5 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.³ As of 22 January 1827,her married name was Kellam.¹ She married Hulton Kellam, son of George (486) Kellam and Ann Stockley (Stockley?), 22 Jan 1827 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William N. Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Hutton Kellam and Susan Stringer of Jacob..¹ Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Kellam, age 44 in HH#860 headed by Hutton Kellam, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000..⁴ Susan died on 8 September 1850 at age 44. Although her tombstone shows 8 Sep 1850, she was listed in the 1850 census HH#860, which was visited on 17 Sep 1850 and she was not listed in the 1850 census mortality list..³ Her body was interred at Mt. Pleasant Cem, Occahonnock Ck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Susan Kellam, the wife of Hulton Kellam..³

     Alfred was born on 26 April 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,1 Alfred was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Kellam, a 21 year old farmer in HH#860 headed by Hutton Kellam, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000..³ Alfred reported a death on 27 February 1855 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Alfred C. Kellam reported the death of his father Hulton Kellam, who died of consumption at the age of 53 years..⁴ Alfred was named as administrator of an estate on 26 March 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Hutton Kellam was granted to Arthur W. Downing & Alfred Kellam with George W. Dunton & John Walter securities.⁵ He died on 21 March 1856 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 26. He was shown as Alfred C. Kellam, who died of unknown causes. He was the son of Hulton & Susan Kellam. Wm. T. Bradford the head of the family gave the information.^2,4 Alfred was buried at Mt. Pleasant, Occahonnock Creek, Acc Co, VA.² Administration of Alfred estate was filed on 31 March 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Alfred C. Kellam was granted to Arthur W. Downing with James C. Floyd & George H. Adair securities.⁶

     Sally was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.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 Kellam, age 44 in HH#860 headed by Hutton Kellam, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000..¹

     Virginia was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Virginia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Kellam, age 9 in HH#860 headed by Hutton Kellam, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000..¹ She married Isma K.W. Mears, son of Robert (Jno. R.) Mears and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Wyatt, on 19 December 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isma W. Mears, a 25 year od carpenter, the son of Robt & Eliz'th Mears and she was shown as Virginia F. Kellam, age 25, the daughter of Hulton Kellam. They were married by G. Bradford..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Mears, age 55 in HH#860 headed by Hutton Kellam, a 48 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000..¹

     Charles was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Smith the head of HH#865, a 36 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Sturgis: Susan, age 43; James, age 8; and Wm. H., age 3..¹

     George was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Susan Hornsby on 2 January 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. John C. Watson & James J. Ailworth were the securities on the M.L.B. of Geore Sturgis and Susan Hornsby. They were married the next day, on 3 Jan 1838..¹ George died before 1850. He was not with his wife Susan, age 43 in the St. George Parish HH#865..²

     Susan was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married George Sturgis on 2 January 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. John C. Watson & James J. Ailworth were the securities on the M.L.B. of Geore Sturgis and Susan Hornsby. They were married the next day, on 3 Jan 1838..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 Sturgis, age 43 in HH#865 headed by Charles Smith, a 36 year old farmer. Also listed were James Sturgis, age 8; and Wm. H. Sturgis, age 3 who were evidently her children..¹

     James was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Sturgis, age 8 in HH#865 headed by Charles Smith, a 36 year old farmer. Also listed was Susan Sturgis, age 43, who was evidently his mother..¹

     William was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. H. Sturgis, age 3 in HH#865 headed by Charles Smith, a 36 year old farmer. Also listed was Susan Sturgis, age 43, who was evidently his mother..¹

     Edward was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Fanny Folio, daughter of Upshur Folio and Joyce Colonna, on 11 January 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Major R. Dowty was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Mears and Fanny Folio of Joyce..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 Edward Mears of K. the head of HH#866, a 45 year old carpenter. Listed with him were the following Mears: Fanney, age 21; Laura, age 8; Bennetta, age 3; and Joice, age 7/12..¹

     Fanny was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts her birth at 1829, probably 1819..² She married Edward (of K.) Mears, son of Kendall (of Litt.) Mears and Catharine 'Katy' (-----), on 11 January 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Major R. Dowty was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Mears and Fanny Folio of Joyce..¹ Fanny was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Fanney Mears, age 21 in HH#866 headed by Edward Mears, of K., a 45 year old carpenter..²

     Joyce was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Upshur Folio, son of John Folio and Pearcy Watson, on 22 June 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. William Gillett was the security on the M.L.B. of Upshur Filio and Joyce Colonna of Major..¹ Joyce died in July 1845.²

     Laura was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Laura was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Laura Mears, age 8 in HH#866 headed by Edward Mears, of K., a 45 year old carpenter..¹

     Vernetta was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Vernetta was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Bennetta Mears, age 3 in HH#866 headed by Edward Mears, of K., a 45 year old carpenter..¹ She married Asbury James Mears, son of James (of Jas) W(allace) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Mears, on 28 August 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Asbury Mears, a 24 year old farmer, the son of James & Molly Mears and she was shown as Vernetta Mears, age 22, the daughter of Edward & Molly Mears. The license was issued on 24 Aug and they were married on 28 Aug..²

     Joice was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Joice Mears, age 7/12 in HH#866 headed by Edward Mears, of K., a 45 year old carpenter..¹ Joice was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John William Belote, son of Levin B. Belote and Sally Warrington, on 10 January 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Belote, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Levin & Sally Belote and she was shown as Joice M. Mears, age 21, the daughter of Fanny Mears. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..²

     James was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Rachel Belote, daughter of James Warrington Belote (s/o Hancock), on 15 March 1832 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as James Stephens and Rachel Belote. No other information was given..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Stephens the head of HH#869, a 41 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Stephens: Rachel, age 36; Margaret L., age 18; John H., age 15; William T., age 11; Mary A., age 8; Sarah J., age 6; and Rachel, age 2..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.² Rachel was named in her father's will on 14 November 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Rachel (under age 21) in the will of James Belote of Hancock, wife Molly.¹ She married James Stevens on 15 March 1832 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as James Stephens and Rachel Belote. No other information was given..³ Rachel was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Stephens, age 36 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..²

     Margaret was born circa 1832 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 L. Stephens, age 18 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1835 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 John H. Stephens, age 15 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     William was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Stephens, age 11 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Stephens, age 8 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.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 J. Stephens, age 6 in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     Rachel was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Stephens, age in HH#869 headed by James Stephens, a 41 year old farmer..¹

     George was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Laura Stevens on 5 January 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George Hutchinson and Laura Stephens. No other information was given..¹

     Laura was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married George Hutchinson on 5 January 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George Hutchinson and Laura Stephens. No other information was given..² Laura was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Laura Hutchinson the head of HH#870, age 30. Listed with her were Laura S. Hutchinson, age 6; James Fowler, a 23 year old farmer; Margaret Doughty, age 63; and George L. Hutchinson, age 3..¹

     Laura was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Laura was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Laura S. Hutchinson, age 6 in HH#870 headed by Laura Hutchinson, age 30..¹

     George was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George L. Hutchinson, age 3 in HH#870 headed by Laura Hutchinson, age 30..¹

     James was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Fowler, a 23 year old farmer in HH#870 headed by Laura Hutchinson, age 30..¹

     James was born on 19 January 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Margaret 'Peggie' Colonna, daughter of Major Colonna and Peggy Watson, on 20 November 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Benjamin D. Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of James S. Ames and Margaret Dowty, widow of Jeptha Dowty. They were married on 21 Nov 1849..³ He married Catharine 'Kate' Savage, daughter of Littleton Savage and Catherine 'Caty' Jones, on 16 August 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Ames, widower, and she was shown as Catherine Savage, daughter of Littleton who gave consent..¹ He married Julia A. Mears, daughter of Thorogood Mears and Mahala Kellam, on 3 December 1874 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as J.S. Ames, a 46 year old widower, the son of Stringer & Rachel Ames and she was shown as Julia Winder, a 36 year old widow, the daughter of Thorogood Mears..¹ James died on 7 May 1895 at age 67.² His body was interred at Thoro Mears, Painter, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James S. Ames, 19 Jan 1828 - 7 May 1895..²

     Margaret was born circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.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 Doughty, age 63 in HH#870 headed by Laura Hutchinson, age 30..¹

     Henry was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry B. Stewart the head of HH#871, a 19 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were Isma G. Wyatt, a 28 year old farmer and Polly Wyatt, age 55..¹ He married Ann H. Coleburn, daughter of John C. Coleburn and Christa Bell Rogers, in 1858.² Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Pungoteague, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Stuart the head of HH#1213 a 28 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,000 and personal property valued at $2,500. Listed with him were Ann H. Stuart, age 24; John Coulbourn, age 59; and Wm. Coulbourn, age 50 and William Mits, an 18 year old black farm laborer.²

     Isma was born circa 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. Isma was named in his grandmother's will on 7 November 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Ismae Wyattt, child of William Wyatt, in the will of Ann Bagge.² He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 27 July 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isma Wyatt in the esttlement of the estate of William Wyatt, whose wife Elizabeth was now the wife of Stephen Fletcher.³ He was named in a land cause on 30 August 1814 at Machapungo Creek, Acc Co, VA. That a certain William Wyatt, late of this County, was in his lifetime seized of a tract of land situate near the head of Machapungo Creek, containing 100 acres, and being so seized departed this life intestate about the year 1804; at the time of his death the said William Wyatt left the following children, viz: your oratrix Margaret, who was on the ____ day of ____ married to your orator, William Edmunds, your oratrix Sally, who on the ____ day of Oct. 1813, was married to your orator John Wyatt, your orators Andrew Wyatt & Isma Wyatt and the said Polly Wyatt, &c.⁴ He married Polly Gunter, daughter of Benjamin Gunter, on 26 August 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph Gunter was the security on the M.L.B. of Isma Wyatt of Wm. and Polly Gunter of Ben..⁵ Isma was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isma Wyatt, a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1775-1795). Listed with him were 2 females age 0-10; 1 female, age 16-26; and 2 slaves.¹ He sold land in 1833 at tract A64, Onley-Melfa, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Isma Wyatt, who had married Polly Gunter, sold 60 acres to William Belote.⁶

     Polly was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Isma Wyatt Jr. (s/o Wm), son of William Wyatt (s/o Joshua) and Elizabeth 'Bekey' (106) Bagge, on 26 August 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph Gunter was the security on the M.L.B. of Isma Wyatt of Wm. and Polly Gunter of Ben..¹ Polly was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Wyatt, age 55 in HH#871 headed by Henry B. Stewart, a 19 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Also listed was Isma G. Wyatt, a 28 year old farmer, who was evidently her son..²

     Benjamin was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Isma was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Isma was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isma G. Wyatt, a 28 year old farmer in HH#871 headed by Henry B. Stewart, a 19 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Also listed was Polly Wyatt, age 55, who was evidently his mother..¹

     Samuel was born.

     Upshur was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Upshur was named in his father's will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Upshur Folio in the will of John Folio, wife Pearcy.² He married Joyce Colonna, daughter of Major Colonna and Peggy Watson, on 22 June 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. William Gillett was the security on the M.L.B. of Upshur Filio and Joyce Colonna of Major..³ Upshur died in November 1826 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     John was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Mary (-----) circa 1845.² 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 John M. Folio the head of HH#872, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500. Listed with him were the following Folios: Mary, age 31; Joice F., age 2; John T., age 1/12; Sam'l, age 50 with an occupation shown as "None" and Thomas, age 28 with an occupation shown as "None.".²

     Thomas was born circa 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Folio, age 28 with an occupation shown as "None" in HH#872 headed by John M. Folio, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500..¹

     Samuel was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.² Samuel was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l Folio, age 50 with an occupation shown as "None" in HH#872 headed by John M. Folio, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500. He was evidently his half-brother..²

     John was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Pearcy Watson, daughter of David Watson (blacksmith or turner?) and Sarah (-----), circa 1770. John made a will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Pearcy Folio, she to pay Peggy Harrison 30 s. cash. Bal. of estate to be sold & after payment of debts to be divided between William Folio, Upshur Folio, Margaret Copes & Pricy Pewzicy. Son Upshur Folio Exr. Witt: George Gibson, Solomon Mears.¹ John died before 26 June 1797 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Pearcy Watson was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA.² Pearcy witnessed a will on 22 January 1750/51 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Meers, John Wells and Perces Watson witnessed the will of Matthew Fletcher.¹ She married John Folio circa 1770. Pearcy was named in her husband's will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Pearcy in the will of John Folio.³ Pearcy made a will on 16 September 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Percy Folio of St. George Parish. To daughter Margaret Copes 50 shillings to be recovered from Upshur Folio, it being part of £10 due from him to me for the present years rent of land. To granddaughter Priscilla Pusey 50 shillings, the balance due me from Upshur Folio, being £5, to Selby Copes Sr., from which he is to defray my funeral expenses & the balance to grandson John Folio. To grandson John Copes ... The remainder to my grandchildren Nathaniel Copes, Selby Copes Jr. & William Copes. Selby Copes Extr. Witt: George Miles & John Darby. Prob: Severn Kellam & George Miles securities.⁴ Pearcy died before 30 September 1805 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.⁴

     William was born circa 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Folio in the will of John Folio, wife Pearcy.²

     Margaret was born circa 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1796,her married name was Copes.^2,3 She married Selby Copes Sr. circa 1796.^2,3 Margaret was named in her father's will on 20 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Copes in the will of John Folio, wife Pearcy.³ Margaret was named in her mother's will on 16 September 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughtger Margaret Copes in the will of Percy Folio.²

     Selby was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret Folio, daughter of John Folio and Pearcy Watson, circa 1796.^1,2 Selby was named in his mother-in-law's will on 16 September 1800 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Selby Copes Sr. and named Extr. in the will of Percy Folio.¹

     Mary was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married John M. Folio, son of Upshur Folio and Joyce Colonna, circa 1845.¹ Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Folio, age 31 in HH#872 headed by John M. Folio, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500..¹

     Joice was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Joice was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Joice F. Folio, age 2 in HH#872 headed by John M. Folio, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500..¹

     John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Folio, age 1/12 in HH#872 headed by John M. Folio, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500..¹ John was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Lorenzo was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.² Lorenzo was named in his grandfather's will on 24 September 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandchild Lorenzo Mears and given £5 in the will of John Arlington, wife Sophiah..³ Lorenzo was named in his father's will on 15 June 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Lorenzo D. Mears in the will of Wm. Mears of Wm, wife Elizabeth (N'hamp WB 36, p. 426).. Lorenzo was the security on a M.L.B. On 25 January 1832 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Lorenzo D. Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of George Bell and Margaret W. Colonna..⁴ He married Sophia A.B. Kellam on 11 November 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Lorenzo Mears and Sophia Kellam. No other information was given. They also had a license issued in Worcester Co, MD on 7 Nov 1835 which showed him as Lorenzo D. Mears and her as Sophia A. Kellam..^5,6 Lorenzo was named as administrator of an estate on 27 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Lorenzo D. Mears was named to settle the estate of Alvin A.W. Mears. William F. Eichelberger & John W.H. Mears were securities..⁷ Lorenzo was named as administrator of an estate on 27 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Lorenzo D. Mears was named to settle the estate of Alvin A.W. Mears. William F. Eichelberger & John W.H. Mears were securities..⁷ Lorenzo was named in his uncle's will on 26 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Lorenzo D. Mears in the will of John Arlington..¹ Lorenzo was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lorenzo D. Mears the head of HH#873, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000. Listed with him were the following Mears: Sophia A.B., age 33; and Oswald, age 6. Also listed was Margaret Sample, age 21 and black..² Lorenzo 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 Lorenzo Mears the head of HH#1221, a 50 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,500 and personal property valued at $5,000. Listed with him were the followin Mears: Sophia, age 42; Oswald B., age 10; Arlington, age 6 & born in MD; Mary S., age 5 & born in MD; Beverly S., age 3; and Lorenzo D., age 2. Also listed were Geo. West, a 17 year old black farm laborer; Jerannah Thomson, age 17 and black; and Marg't Becket, age 15 and black..⁸ Lorenzo died on 19 August 1891 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lorenzo D. Mears Sr., who died of asthma at the age of 35 (obvious error), the son of Wm. Mears. He was born in Acc Co, a gentleman and a widower. His son L.D. Mears Jr. gave the information..⁹

     Sophia was born on 31 July 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 11 November 1835,her married name was Mears.^2,3 She married Lorenzo Dow Mears Sr., son of William (of Wm.) Mears and Elizabeth (172) Arlington, on 11 November 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Lorenzo Mears and Sophia Kellam. No other information was given. They also had a license issued in Worcester Co, MD on 7 Nov 1835 which showed him as Lorenzo D. Mears and her as Sophia A. Kellam..^2,3 Sophia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sophia A.B. Kellam, age 33 in HH#873 headed by Lorenzo D. Mears, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..⁴ Sophia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sophia Mears, age 42 in HH#1221 headed by Lorenzo Mears, a 50 year old farmer..⁵ Sophia died on 9 April 1885 at age 67.¹ Her body was interred at McLane Plot, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sophia A.B. Mears, wife of Lorenzo D. Mears, 31 Jul 1817 - 9 Apr 1885..¹

     Oswald was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Oswald was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oswald Mears, age 6 in HH#873 headed by Lorenzo D. Mears, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..¹ Oswald was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Oswald B. Mears, age 10 in HH#1221 headed by Lorenzo Mears, a 50 year old farmer..²

     Charlotte was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Obed P. Twiford on 26 March 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph N. Bagwell and Stephen Hopkins were the securities on the M.L.B. of Obed P. Twyford and Charlotte Ann Ailworth..¹

     Ann was born on 24 January 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.² Ann was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann E. Twiford, age 9 in HH#874 headed by Obed P. Twiford, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹ She married Edward T. Downing, son of John Downing and Mary 'Molly' Mears, on 20 July 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edward T. Downing, the son of John and she was shown as Anna E. Twiford, daughter of Obed P. Twiford. John W. Sturgis said he was over age 21..² Ann died on 22 May 1888 at age 47.² Her body was interred at E.T. Downing Plot, Painter-Keller, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Anna E. Downing, wife of Edward T. Downing (nee Twyford), 24 Jan 1841 - 22 May 1888..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth A. Watson, age 68 in HH#874 headed by Obed P. Twiford, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹

     Calvin was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Calvin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Calvin H. Read, a 21 year old teacher in HH#874 headed by Obed P. Twiford, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..¹

     Stephen was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sophie (-----) circa 1812.¹

     Sophie was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Stephen Mason circa 1812.¹

     Susan was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.² Susan was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mason, age 30 in HH#880 headed by Margaret Mason, age 37. Also listed was Sarah A. Mason, age 2, who is assumed to have been her daughter, based on the 1860 census..² Susan was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mason, age 35 in HH#955 headed by Lucy Kellam, age 30. Also listed was Sarah Mason, age 12, who is assumed to have been her daughter..³ Susan died on 1 October 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mason who died of unknown causes at the age of 50 years. She was the daughter of Stephen & Sophie Mason, born in Acc Co and unmarried. Her nephew S. Mason gave the information..¹

     Samuel was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel 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 Sam'l P. Mason, age 5 in HH#LM346 headed by Stephen Mason, a 60 year old waterman..² Samuel reported a death on 15 December 1886 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Sam'l P. Mason reported the death of his father Stephen Mason, who died of paralysis at the age of 78 years..³ He married Fannie E. Wallace, daughter of Daniel Wallace and Margaret Booth, on 7 December 1887 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel P. Mason, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Stephen & Annie Mason and she was shown as Fannie E. Wallace, age 22, the daughter of Margaret Wallace. They were married by J.R. Sturgis..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.³ She married John H. Poulson on 12 January 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. H. Poulson, widower, and she was shown as Margaret Mason, daughter of Jacob, dec'd. They were married by J. Allen and Edm'd Mason said she was over age 21..^1,2 Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret A. Poulson, age 45 in HH#707 headed by John Poulson, a 40 year old painter..³

     Elizabeth was born on 14 February 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Mason, age 18 in HH#880 headed by Margaret Mason, age 37..² Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Mason, age 27 in HH#870 headed by Margaret Mason, a 45 year old seamstress..³ Elizabeth died on 11 February 1896 at age 63.¹ Her body was interred at Mason Plot, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Lizzie A. Mason, daughter of Marg't H. (A.?) Mason. This Mason Plot was identified in 1940 data as located on the Ben Mathes Place between Pungoteague & Holly's Church. Unable to locate in 1980s..

     Sarah was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Mason, age 2 in HH#880 headed by Margaret Mason, age 37. Also listed was Susan Mason, age 30, who, based on the 1860 census, is assumed to have been her mother..¹ Sarah was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Mason, age 12 in HH#855 headed by Luch Kellam, age 30. Also listed was Susan Mason, age 35, who was evidently her mother..²

     John was born on 4 July 1817 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was named in his grandfather's will on 24 September 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandchild John Arlington Mears and given £5 in the will of John Arlington, wife Sophiah..¹ John was named in his father's will on 15 June 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as J.W. Mears in the will of Wm. Mears of Wm, wife Elizabeth (N'hamp WB 36, p. 426).. He married Hester 'Hetty' Pusey, daughter of Stephen Pusey and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hancock, on 10 December 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. John T. Johnson & Frederick Kellam were the securities on the M.L.B. of John W.A. Mears and Hester Pusey..³ John was named in his uncle's will on 26 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W.A. Mears in the will of John Arlington..⁴ 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 John W.A. Mears the head of HH#881, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were the following Mears: Hester, age 28; Mary A., age 6; Vandalia, age 3; and John, age 8/12. Also listed was Shadrack T. Kellam, age 11 and Stratton Sample, age 19 and black..⁵ John 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 John W.A. Mears the head of HH#848, a 42 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,000 and personal property valued at $5,000. Listed with him were the following Mears: Hester, age 37; Mary A., age 15; Vandalia, age 12; John, age 10; Henry, age 8; Rose, age 3; and Kate, age 1. Also listed were Jane Kellam, age 32 and Mary Kellam, age 11..⁶ John died on 26 July 1862 at age 45.² His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John A. Mears, husband of Hester, 4 Jul 1817 - 26 Jul 1862..²

     Hester was born on 22 September 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married John W. Arlington Mears, son of William (of Wm.) Mears and Elizabeth (172) Arlington, on 10 December 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. John T. Johnson & Frederick Kellam were the securities on the M.L.B. of John W.A. Mears and Hester Pusey..³ Hester was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hester Mears, age 28 in HH#881 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..⁴ Hester was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hester Mears, age 37 in HH#848 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 42 year old farmer..⁵ Hester died on 13 April 1895 at age 72.² Her body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Hester Mears, wife of John A. Mears, 22 Sep 1822 - 13 Apr 1895..²

     Mary was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Mears, age 6 in HH#881 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Mears, age 15 in HH#848 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 42 year old farmer..²

     Vandalia was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Vandalia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Vandalia Mears, age 3 in HH#881 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..¹ Vandalia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Vandalia Mears, age 12 in HH#848 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 42 year old farmer..²

     John was born on 19 November 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears, age 8/12 in HH#881 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears, age 10 in HH#848 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 42 year old farmer..⁴ He married Eliza C. Powell, daughter of George S. Powell and Sally E. Wise, on 28 February 1873 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John A. Mears, a 24 year old collector, the son of Jno. W.A. & Hester Mears and she was shown as Eliza C. Powell, age 19, the daughter of George L. & Sally Powell. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..² John 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 John A. Mears, a 30 year old head of household. Listed with him were the following Mears: Eliza, age 28; Sarah H., age 4; and Fredrick, age 1..⁵ John died on 5 October 1922 at age 72.³ His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John A. Mears, 19 Nov 1849 - 5 Oct 1922..⁶

     Charlotte was born on 9 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married William T. Kellam circa 1845.^2,3 Charlotte was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Kellam, age 23 in HH#474 headed by Wm. T. Kellam, a 29 year old cabnet maker with real estate valued at $1,200..³ Charlotte died on 5 July 1915 at age 89.² Her body was interred at Hollybrook Farm, Scarburgh Neck, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Charlotte Jane Kellam, the wife of William T. Kellam..²

     Eliza was born circa 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 15 August 1832,her married name was Kellam.^3,2 She married Thomas Shadrack Kellam on 15 August 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Thomas Kellam and Eliza Pusey. No other information was given. Their marriage license issued in Worcester Co, MD shows them as Thomas Kellam and Ann Puzey..^3,2

     Thomas was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Eliza A.A. 'Ann' Pusey, daughter of Stephen Pusey and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hancock, on 15 August 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Thomas Kellam and Eliza Pusey. No other information was given. Their marriage license issued in Worcester Co, MD shows them as Thomas Kellam and Ann Puzey..^1,2

     Shadrack was born on 7 April 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Shadrack was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Shadrack T. Kellam, age 11 in HH#881 headed by John W.A. Mears, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Also listed was Hester Mears, age 28, who was his maternal aunt..³ He married Mary E. Martin, daughter of Isaac S. Martin and Jane I. (-----), on 28 November 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Shaderick T. Kellam, a 28 year old shoemaker, the son of Thos. & Eliza Kellam and she was shown as Mary E. Martin, age 19, born in Baltimore City, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Isaac S. & Jane Martin. They were married by A.B. Dolly..² Shadrack died on 11 March 1921 at age 81.¹ His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Shadrack T. Kellam, the son of Shadrack & Eliza Pansy (probably Pusey). (Note: He was his wife Mary E. Kellam are burried in different cemeteries.).¹

     Mary was born on 20 May 1848 at Baltimore, MD.^2,1 She married Shadrack T. Kellam, son of Thomas Shadrack Kellam and Eliza A.A. 'Ann' Pusey, on 28 November 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Shaderick T. Kellam, a 28 year old shoemaker, the son of Thos. & Eliza Kellam and she was shown as Mary E. Martin, age 19, born in Baltimore City, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Isaac S. & Jane Martin. They were married by A.B. Dolly..¹ Mary died on 30 June 1906 at age 58.² Her body was interred at Martin Plot, Painter, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary E. Kellam, the wife of Shadrack T. Kellam. (Note: They are burried in different cemeteries.).²

     Isaac was born on 4 January 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Jane I. (-----) circa 1845.¹ Isaac died on 7 January 1900 at age 73.¹ His body was interred at Martin Plot, Painter, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Isaac S. Martin, the husband of Jane I. Martin and the son of Peter & Rose Martin. He died at the age of 73 years, 0 months and 3 days..¹

     Jane was born on 15 August 1831.¹ She married Isaac S. Martin, son of Peter Martin and Rosey Warrington, circa 1845.¹ Jane died on 7 August 1908 at age 76.¹ Her body was interred at Martin Plot, Painter, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Jane I. Martin, the wife of Isaac S. Martin..¹

     George was born circa 1847 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 George Colonna, age 3 in HH#884 headed by Abel B. Colonna, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..¹

     Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Colonna, age 4/12 in HH#884 headed by Abel B. Colonna, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..^2,1 Mary was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,1

     Susan was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susan was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Window, age 60 in HH#884 headed by Abel B. Colonna, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..¹ Susan died in April 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Window, who died of unknown causes at the age of 70 years. She was born in Acc Co (parents not shown). Abel B. Colonna, the head of the family, gave the information..²

     Major was born in 1736 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Joice Hutchinson circa 1760.¹ He married Peggy Watson in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Major died in 1811.¹