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     Esther was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 10 June 1809,her married name was Lang.¹ She married Alexander Lang Sr. on 10 June 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. James Rawley was the security on the M.L.B. of Alexander Lang and Esther Bishop of Mons..¹ She made a will on 6 January 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. To husband my house, land & orchards during his life & then to Molly Bonewell all my houses & orchards & ... To Alexander Ling Jr. ... William Justice of Ralph Extr. Witt: Dennis Bloxom, Ayres Mears, Teackle Mason & Bennett Mason..² Esther died before 30 November 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Muns was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.

     (-----) was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Jacob Lurton Bonnewell, son of John Bonnewell Senior and Rachel Lurton, circa 1790.

     Sarah was born circa 1790. She married John Malone circa 1810. On her 1819 Acc Co M.L.B. to Alexander Land Sr. she was shown as Sarah Maloney, widow of Jno..¹ She married Alexander Lang Sr. on 13 August 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Henderson was the security on the M.L.B. of Alexander Land Sr. and Sarah Maloney, widow of Jno..¹ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 27 April 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sally Ling in the will of Alexander Ling Sr. and given the whole of my property..²

     Thomas was born circa 1800. He married Sally Lang on 19 October 1847 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Thomas Dukes and Sally Ling. No other information was given..¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at First District, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as Thomas Dukes the head of HH#1196, a 33 year old farmer. Listed with him were Sally Dukes, age 32 and born in VA and John T. Dukes, age 2..²

     Sally was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Thomas Dukes on 19 October 1847 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Thomas Dukes and Sally Ling. No other information was given..² Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at First District, Wor Co, MD. She was shown as Sally Dukes, age 32 and born in VA in HH#1196 headed by Thomas Dukes, a 33 year old farmer..¹

     John was born circa 1848 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at First District, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as John T. Dukes, age 2 in HH#1196 headed by Thomas Dukes, a 33 year old farmer..¹

     Hetty was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edmund Melson on 26 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Melson and Hetty Bonwell..²

     Edmund was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Hetty Bonnewell, daughter of Jacob Lurton Bonnewell and (-----) Bishop, on 26 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Melson and Hetty Bonwell..¹

     Nanny was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Zepporah was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Gibb on 8 January 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Harvy was the security on the M.L.B. of John Gibb and Zepporah Bonwell of Nanny..¹

     John was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Zepporah Bonnewell, daughter of Nanny Bonnewell widow?, on 8 January 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Harvy was the security on the M.L.B. of John Gibb and Zepporah Bonwell of Nanny..¹

     William was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 9 May 1733 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Martial Richardson, son of my wife Mary, and given 140 acres which I lately took up in the fork of the Impossible Branch, in the will of John Martial..¹ He married Naomi (-----) circa 1745.² He married Rachel Pearce, daughter of Edward Pearce, circa 1760.³ He made a will on 29 June 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Martial Richardson. To wife Rachel all my lands & 2 plantations & 1/3 of personal estate during her widow, she to bring up my Jacob Richardson & my 3 youngest children Leah, Ralph & John Richardson. To son Jacob plantation where I now live on the unpassable branch. To son John plantation adjcent the above. To daughter Mary Brown. To daughter Barsheba Brown. To daughter Rachel Benston. To daughter Scarbrough Richardson. To son Skinner Richardson (under age). To daughter Susanna Richardson. Bal. of estate to be divided between my last wife's children. Sons Jacob & John under age. Wife Rachel & son in law James Benston Exrs. Witt: Smith Melvin, William Merril Sr. & William Scott Merril..³ William died in March 1781.³ William's will was probated on 27 March 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Peggy was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Peggy was named in her mother's will on 23 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Peggy Mears Richardson in the will of Rachel Richardson and given whole estate..¹

     Henry was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was named as an heir on 21 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry bonewell in the will of William Shreaves. William left to wife Rachel in fee simple, in the mean time to pay what the law directs out of my estate to Sukey Bonewell for the maintenance of her child Henry Bonewell, after the death of my wife the part that is given for her use in lieu of dower, to Sukey Bonewell's child Henry Bonewell..² Henry was named as an heir on 13 January 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry J. Bonewell in the will of Rachel Shreaves. Rachel left to my niece Susy Bonewell ... then to her son Henry J. Bonewell when he comes to lawful age..³

     Susan was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. Susan was named in her uncle's will on 21 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sukey Bonewell in the will of William Shreaves (wife Rachel). He left to wife Rachel in fee simple, in the mean time to pay what the law directs out of my estate to Sukey Bonewell for the maintenance of her child Henry Bonewell, after the death of my wife the part that is given for her use in lieu of dower, to Sukey Bonewell's child Henry Bonewell..¹ Susan was named in her his aunt's will on 13 January 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my niece Susy Bonewell in the will of Rachel Shreaves. It was then to go to Sukey's son Henry J. Bonewell whe he comes to lawful age.²

     (-----) was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Susanna Bonnewell, daughter of James Bonnewell, circa 1800.¹

     Tabitha was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Henry Satchell, son of William Satchell and Betsy Bundick, on 6 June 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel Rayfield was the security on the M.L.B. of William H. Satchell and Tabitha Wise..² Tabitha was named in her mother's will on 11 August 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Tabitha Satchell in the will of Susannah Wise and was given the whole of my estate and she was to be the Extr..¹

     William was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rachel Melson, daughter of Levin Melson and Ann 'Nanny' Milliner, circa 1800.¹ He made a will on 21 January 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Rachel Shreaves all my moveable estate & the use of my land where I now live. The land formerly belonged to Susa Shreaves that is now undivided, that is hereafter to be divided. To wife Rachel in fee simple, in the mean time to pay what the law directs out of my estate to Sukey Bonewell for the maintenance of her child Henry Bonewell, after the death of my wife the part that is given for her use in lieu of dower, to Sukey Bonewell's child Henry Bonewell. Wife Rachel Shreaves Extr. Witt: George Hall, Laban Chandler, Henry Beasley & Charles Snead..² William died before 29 May 1809.²

     Rachel was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was named in her father's will on 31 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Rachel Melson in the will of Levin Melson, wife Nanny..² As of circa 1800,her married name was Shrieves.³ She married William Shrieves circa 1800.³ She made a will on 13 January 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. To John Melson of Middleton ... To Henry J. Bonewell son of Sukey ... To my niece Susy Bonewell ... then to her son Henry J. Bonewell when he comes to lawful age. The remainder to be sold & the money to Henry J. Bonewell. John Custis Extr. Witt: Tabitha Custis & John Custis..⁴ Rachel died before 30 November 1819.⁴

     Sarah was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married McKeel Bonnewell (II), son of Micheal 'McKeel' Bonnewell (I) and Molly (-----), on 5 January 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. McKeel Budd was the security on the M.L.B. of McKeel Bonwell Jr. and Sarah Bull of Richard..¹

     Richard was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Sarah was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1800,her married name was Bonnewell. She married Robert Bonnewell, son of James Bonnewell and Betsey 'Betty' Bonnewell, circa 1800. Sarah was named in her husband's will on 20 January 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as only as a wife in the will of Robert Bonewell..² She married Mitchell Chandler, son of Mitchell (499) Chandler, on 12 September 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Mitchell Chandler and Sarah Bonwell, widow..³ Sarah was named in her father's will on 1 April 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Chandler and given Negro girl Leah now in her possession in the will of John Bull Sr. She was also given 133 acres, but if she has no other issue beside her daughter Betsy, then I give the land to granddaughter Betsey Bonewell..¹

     John was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. He made a will on 1 April 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter-in-law Polly Scott £30. To grandson William Bird £50. To granddaughter Sukey Bird £50. To daughter Sally Chandler Negro girl Leah now in her possession. To son John Bull the plantation I now live on & the further quantity of 70 acres which is part of the land known as Doufield adjoining the main road & John Hargis & Mathias Outten on the north & Ebern Bird on the east. To daughter Sally Chandler the balance of the land containing 133 acres, but if she has no other issue beside her daughter Betsy, then I give the land to granddaughter Betsey Bonewell after the death of her mother. To daughter Sally Chandler & son John Bull my personal estate except my 4 Negro men. To friend William Gibb the land that was given me by George Hay. To my 4 Negro men Billy, Moses, Lennon & George their freedom at my death & they to be paid $20 each if they will comply with the law of the County & in that case I hereby manumit & emancipate them from all manner of bondage or servitude to me or mine. Son John Bull & friend William Gibb Extrs. Witt: Richard D. Bayly, Henry S. Copes & William T. Parramore. Codicil: 1 July 1813 - If there is not enough personal estate to pay my debts, then my land is to be rented & not my Negroes sold or hired out for any purpose at all & be free as aforesaid..¹ John died before 30 January 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date his will was probated. Codicil, which had no witnesses, proved by John G. Joynes & Samuel Waples who were acquainted with the handwriting. John Bull Jr. became the Extr. with John Bull Carter, Henry S. Copes & Thomas R. Riley securities..¹

     (d/o was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of circa 1790,her married name was Byrd.² She married Ebron Byrd, son of Jacob Byrd, circa 1790.²

     Charles was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Charles was named in his father's will on 14 September 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Charles Wise in the will of John Wise Sr., wife Margaret..¹

     Isaiah was born circa 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaiah was named in his grandmother's will on 13 November 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Isaiah Evans Wise and given £150 at lawful age in the will of Elizabeth Parker, Onancock..³ Isaiah was named in his brother's will on 23 August 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Isaiah E. Wise in the will of John Evans Wise..⁴ Isaiah was named in his mother's will on 10 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Isaiah E. Wise in the will of Sarah Wise..^5,2 He married Ann C. Abbott on 25 April 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. Tommy Abbott was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaiah E. Wise and Ann Abbott..⁶ Isaiah died before 31 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John B. Walker, widow relinquishing, was named to settle the estate of Isaiah E. Wise. William Parramore Sr. & William Klus(?) securities..⁷

     Ann was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Isaiah Evans Wise, son of Capt. William E. Wise and Sarah Evans, on 25 April 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. Tommy Abbott was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaiah E. Wise and Ann Abbott..¹ Ann died before 26 July 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ann C. Wise - 26 Jul 1824 (Order to Invy), 31 Jul 1824 (Invy), 7 Aug 1824 (Sale), 6 Jun 1827 (Audit), 31 Aug 1827 (Rec'd) - William E. Wise Admr. Appraisers: Michael Higgins, Samuel Walston & Zadock Selby. Many of the personal items went to William E. Wise for the son of the dec'd. One trunk & contents went to William E. Wise for the nephew of the dec'd. Auditors: Thomas R. Joynes & Levin S. Joynes. On 7 Jun 1827 William E. Wise Admr. of Ann C. Wise, paid William Parramore Jr. the Extr. of J. B. Walker dec'd..²

     William was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 14 September 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William in the will of John Wise Sr., wife Margaret. He was given the remaining part of my land adjacent to Kiely Bonewell & the house where my father lived. Whitelaw says this must have been the eastern part of the little neck and where the present house now stands..² He married Sarah Evans, daughter of Isaiah Evans and Elizabeth 'Betty' Fooks, circa 1786.³ William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Capn William Wise a head of household, aged over 45. Listed with him were 3 males age 0-10, 1 male age 10-16, 1 male age 16-26, 1 female age 16-26, 1 female age over 45 & 3 slaves..⁴ William sold land in 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Whitelaw, it was in this year that William Wise sold his part as 124 acres by survey to John Wise V, who also acquired his borther Solomons' part, althought a deed for such a sale was not found. This part is the location of Whitelaw's A75D, known as Oatlands. The smaller part of the house may go back farther, but the larger section probably was built by William Wise after his inheritance and his father's death in 1782. The interior has wainscoting, but no special features. The restoration was nicely done and it is now a very attractive property..⁵ He made a will on 6 February 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Elizabeth Crippen Negro girl Rose. To son to whom my wife should at her death give her land, my still & nothing else. To wife Sarah Wise during her life Negroes Nan, Anthony, Hannah, Willey, Stephen, Jacob, Rachel & Abraham & their increase, with the balance of my property for her to maintain & school my children & at the death of my wife I give to my children or surviving heirs, the whole of my Negroes & other property, except my son who should have the land of my wife. Wife Sarah Wise & son John E. Wise Extrs. Witt: William Wise Jr. & Margaret Laws..³ William died before 28 April 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Thomas Evans & Samuel Coard securities..³

     Sarah was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named in her father's will on 7 December 1753 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah Evans in the will of Isaiah Evans, wife Elizabeth..² She inherited land in 1766 at tract A121, Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. In 1744 Thomas Bennett and his wife Lacy sold his 163 acres to Thomas Evans, who in 1751 left his 191 acres to his son Isaiah. In 1754 he (wife Elizabeth) left to his second son Zerubbabell, who in 1766 left to his brother Isaiah, and in 1790 he left to his sister Sarah and her husband William Wise. Sarah survived her husband and appeared as the owner for several years. Much of the land later passed into Rew hands, and included the home of the late Alfred J. Rew on the east side of the highway.⁴ Sarah was named as an heir on 24 June 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter-in-law (meaning step-daughter) Sarah Evans in the will of John Parker, Ship Carpenter, wife Elizabeth..⁵ Sarah was named in her brother's will on 29 June 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Sarah Evans in the will of Zerrobable Evans..⁶ Sarah was named in her brother's will on 5 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Sarah Evans in the will of Isaiah Evans..⁷ She married Capt. William E. Wise, son of John Christian [65] Wise Sr. and Mary Bonnewell, circa 1786.⁸ Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She would have been the female age over 45 in the house hold headed by Capt. William Wise, age over 45..⁹ Sarah was named in her mother's will on 13 November 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Wise in the will of Elizabeth Parker, Onancock. Elizabeth named grandchildren Elizabeth Wise, John Evans Wise, William Wise, Isaiah Evans Wise, Zorobabel Evans Wise, Thomas Evans Wise..³ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 6 February 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah Wise in the will of William Wise Sr..⁸ Sarah was named in her son's will on 23 August 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my mother Sarah Wise in the will of John Evans Wise..¹⁰ Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Wise a head of household, age over 45. Listed with her were 2 males age 16-26, 1 female age 26-45 & 6 slaves..¹¹ She made a will on 10 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Isaiah E. Wise land where I now live containing 218 acres which was given to me by my brother Isaiah Evans lying on Gargatha adjoining the lands of Sarah Crippen, Sarah Bayly, Elijah Hickman & George Willett & also ... To son William E. Wise my Negro man Simon who was given to me by mother Elizabeth Parker & also ... & my large Bible. To son Thomas E. Wise ... To son Zorobabel E. Wise ... Residue to sons Zorobabel E. Wise & Thomas E. Wise, but not until they arrive to lawful age. Friend & son-in-law Samuel Crippen, William E. Wise & Isaiah E. Wise Extrs. Witt: Samuel Crippen, Salfhed Haudees(?) & Thomas Evans..¹² Sarah died before 25 August 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. Proved by Samuel Crippen & by Thomas R. Joynes & Bagwell Wharton who were acquainted with the handwriting of Thomas Evans who is now dead. William E. Wise, William White Sr. & Samuel Crippen securities..¹²

     Isaiah was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betty' Fooks, daughter of Daniel Fooks and Sarah Roach, circa 1742.^2,3 Isaiah was named in his father's will on 18 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Isaiah Evans and given 191 acres which I bought of Thomas Bennett & Robert Grippen, revision to grandson Zerrobabel, son of Isaiah Evans, in the will of Thomas Evans..¹ He inherited land in 1751 at tract A121, Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. In 1744 Thomas Bennett and his wife Lacy sold his 163 acres to Thomas Evans, who in 1751 left his 191 acres to his son Isaiah. In 1754 he (wife Elizabeth) left to his second son Zerubbabell, who in 1766 left to his brother Isaiah, and in 1790 he left to his sister Sarah and her husband William Wise. Sarah survived her husband and appeared as the owner for several years. Much of the land later passed into Rew hands, and included the home of the late Alfred J. Rew on the east side of the highway.⁴ He made a will on 7 December 1753 at Accomack Co, VA. To eldest son William Evans plantation where I now live containing 200 acres to 2nd son Zerubbabell Evans 191 acres near Gargathy devised me by my deceased father Thomas Evans. To daughter Sarah Evans. To wife Elizabeth. Balance of estate to be divided between all my children including unborn child. Wife & brothers Thomas & John Evans Exrs. Witt: Denwood Turpin, Edward Jones, George Cutler..² Isaiah died before 26 March 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Willlam Beavans appointed Guardian of William Evans, eldest son & heir at law to the testator..² He left land in 1754 at tract A121, Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. In 1744 Thomas Bennett and his wife Lacy sold his 163 acres to Thomas Evans, who in 1751 left his 191 acres to his son Isaiah. In 1754 he (wife Elizabeth) left to his second son Zerubbabell, who in 1766 left to his brother Isaiah, and in 1790 he left to his sister Sarah and her husband William Wise. Sarah survived her husband and appeared as the owner for several years. Much of the land later passed into Rew hands, and included the home of the late Alfred J. Rew on the east side of the highway.⁴

     Harry was born in 1880 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.^1,2 He married Lucretia 'Lula' Bennett, daughter of James H. Bennett and Rachel B. Shrieves, circa 1898. Harry died in 1946.² His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     Lucretia was born in 1882 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.² She married Harry S. Jones, son of William H. Jones and Mary Jane (-----), circa 1898. Lucretia died in 1930.² Her body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

     Edgie was born circa 1884 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.¹ He married Martha Dix, daughter of Joseph W. Dix and Martha L. 'Mattie' Melson, on 22 April 1913 at Bayview, Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Edgie R. Jones, a 22 year old machinist, born in Deal Island, MD and living in Northamption Co, VA, the son of W.H. & Mary J. Jones and she was shown as Martha S. Mason, age 22 and divorced, born & living in Northampton Co, VA, the daughter of Joseph & Martha Dix. They were married by Rev. Wm. F. Flournay, a Baptist Minister..^3,4 Edgie died on 23 December 1983.³

     Martha was born circa 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Edgie Roland Jones, son of William H. Jones and Mary Jane (-----), on 22 April 1913 at Bayview, Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Edgie R. Jones, a 22 year old machinist, born in Deal Island, MD and living in Northamption Co, VA, the son of W.H. & Mary J. Jones and she was shown as Martha S. Mason, age 22 and divorced, born & living in Northampton Co, VA, the daughter of Joseph & Martha Dix. They were married by Rev. Wm. F. Flournay, a Baptist Minister..^2,3

     Taylor was born circa 1886 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.

     Rellia was born circa 1888 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD. She married James Seymour Bennett, son of James H. Bennett and Rachel B. Shrieves, circa 1910.¹

     Ronia was born circa 1890 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.

     Ella was born circa 1892 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD. She married George Leland Bennett, son of George W. Bennett and Laura M. Shrieves, circa 1910.¹

     George was born in 1887 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.² He married Ella Jones, daughter of William H. Jones and Mary Jane (-----), circa 1910.¹ George died in 1958.² His body was interred at Belle Haven Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Albert was born circa 1916 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.

     Archie was born circa 1918 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.

     Leta was born circa 1920. She married Maurice Lynwood Drummond, son of Maurice Allen 'Morris' Drummond and Julia Annie McCready, circa 1945.¹ Leta died before 2003.¹

     Jean was born circa 1910 at Accomack Co, VA. Jean died before 2003. She was shown as a deceased sister Mrs. Jean Hall-Neice in the obituary of Maurice L. Drummond..¹

     Joseph was born circa 1868 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Martha L. 'Mattie' Melson, daughter of Tamar Melson widow?, on 31 December 1890 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph W. Dix, a 28 year old farmer, the son of Wm. & Martha Dix, born & living in Northampton Co, VA and she was shown as Mattie L. Melson, age 19, the daughter of Tamar Melson, also born & living in Northampton Co, VA. They were married by Rev. C.E. Hobday..¹

     Martha was born circa 1871 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She married Joseph W. Dix, son of William Dix and Martha (-----), on 31 December 1890 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph W. Dix, a 28 year old farmer, the son of Wm. & Martha Dix, born & living in Northampton Co, VA and she was shown as Mattie L. Melson, age 19, the daughter of Tamar Melson, also born & living in Northampton Co, VA. They were married by Rev. C.E. Hobday..¹

     Tamar was born circa 1850 at Northampton Co, VA.

     William was born circa 1840. He married Martha (-----) circa 1860.

     Martha was born circa 1840. She married William Dix circa 1860.

     William was born on 14 February 1914 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.² He married Gilberte 'Ginger' Miers circa 1944.¹ William died on 21 November 1962 at age 48.² His body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.²

     Gilberte was born on 23 January 1921 at Belgium. She has a tombstone at Fairview Lawn Cem in Onancock, with a birth date of 23 Jan 1921. Evidently she is still alive in 2003, although her husband died some 41 year ago in 1962..^1,2 She married William H. Jones, son of Edgie Roland Jones and Martha Dix, circa 1944.¹

     Calvin was born circa 1924 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.

     Marvin was born on 10 September 1922 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.² Marvin died on 9 October 1964 at age 42.² His body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.²

     Claude was born on 1 August 1946 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.¹ He married Norma Smith, daughter of (-----) Smith and Wilmina Ashby, circa 1970.

     Norma was born on 21 May 1948 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA.¹ She married Claude F. Jones, son of William H. Jones and Gilberte 'Ginger' Miers, circa 1970.

     (-----) was born circa 1920. He married Wilmina Ashby circa 1945.

     Wilmina was born circa 1925. She was born on 24 Dec, but the year is not certain.. She married (-----) Smith circa 1945.

     William was born in 1976 at NAM Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA.¹

     Mark was born circa 1948 at Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Louis was born circa 1935 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Lillian Mae Parks circa 1955.¹

     Lillian was born circa 1935 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Louis Samuel Taylor, son of George Columbus 'Satch' Taylor and Rhoda Evelyn Bonnewell, circa 1955.¹

     Michael was born on 3 December 1970 at NAM Hospital, Nassawadox, N'hamp Co, VA.¹ He married Aaron Frances Pennell, daughter of Rose Lee Taylor, circa 2000.¹

     Marian was born on 23 September 1874 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married William Samuel Bonnewell, son of John William Bonnewell and Emeline Edna 'Dolly' Milliner, on 29 December 1897 at Accomack Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Samuel Bonnewell, a 22 year old farmer, the son of John William & Emeline E. Bonnewell and she was shown as Marian Lee Mason, age 23, the daughter of Charles B. & Nannie Mason..¹ Marian died on 23 August 1957 at age 82.² Her body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.²

     Smith was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Jane (-----) circa 1810.^3,4 Smith was named in his father's will on 21 June 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Smith Milliner ing the will of Smith Milliner, St. George Parish, wife Nancy..⁵ He made a will on 5 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Jane Milliner during her life or widowhood my whole estate on the condition that she shall raise & support my children Jane, Catharine & Mariah Milliner until they arrive to age 21 & then to my wife Jane Milliner & she shall furnish a home for my 2 children Eliza & Margaret Milliner during their good behavior until their marriage at the house of my wife & no where else. At the death of my wife my whole estate to my living children. Wife Jane Milliner & friend Charles Garret Extrs. Witt: William P. Custis, Edmund Ayres, William Burton, Joseph W. Gibb, Arthur Mears, John Milliner & George West..⁶ Smith was named as an heir on 27 September 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Smith Milliner was named as a child of Smith Milliner dec'd, eldest brother of Robert Milliner dec'd, formerly a lieut. in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War..² Smith died before 14 October 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John S. Gibb & Samuel U. Fitzgerald securities..⁶

     Charles was born on 10 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Charles was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles B. Mason, age 4 in HH#128 headed by Charles H. Mason, a 39 year old farmer..² He married Mary A.T. 'Nannie' Milliner, daughter of John Milliner and Elizabeth James, on 20 November 1873 at Oak Grove Ch, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles B. Mason, an 18 year old farmer, the son of Charles H. & Mary A. Mason and she was shown as Nannie Milliner, age 19, the daughter of John & Eliza Milliner. They were married near Oak Grove Church by L.K. LeCato..¹ Charles died on 25 February 1928 at age 72.³ His body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.³

     Mary was born on 8 July 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Charles B. Mason Sr., son of Charles H. Mason and Mary A. Bundick, on 20 November 1873 at Oak Grove Ch, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles B. Mason, an 18 year old farmer, the son of Charles H. & Mary A. Mason and she was shown as Nannie Milliner, age 19, the daughter of John & Eliza Milliner. They were married near Oak Grove Church by L.K. LeCato..¹ Mary died on 20 July 1947 at age 93.² Her body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.²

     Charles was born on 24 December 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles died on 23 December 1948 at age 67.¹ His body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Goldie was born circa 1910. She married Elmer Herman Taylor Sr., son of Jefferson Jackson Taylor and Mary F. 'Mollie' Smith, circa 1930.¹

     Jesse was born in 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Blanche L. Cullen, daughter of John S. Cullen and Elizabeth A. Knight, on 3 January 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jesse L. Mason, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Southey & Sally Mason and she was shown as Blanche L. Cullen, age 19, the daughter of John S. & Eliz'th Cullen. They were both born & living in Acc Co, VA. They were married by J.R. Tillery..¹ Jesse died in 1950.² His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.²

     Blanche was born in 1875 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Jesse L. Mason, son of Southey Mason and Sarah 'Sallie' Nelson, on 3 January 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jesse L. Mason, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Southey & Sally Mason and she was shown as Blanche L. Cullen, age 19, the daughter of John S. & Eliz'th Cullen. They were both born & living in Acc Co, VA. They were married by J.R. Tillery..¹ Blanche died in 1955.² Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.²

     Renatus was born on 13 August 1864 at Oriole, Som Co, MD.^1,2 He married Laura E. Smith on 24 September 1890 at Somerset Co, MD.^1,3 Renatus died on 18 March 1936 at age 71.² His body was interred at Johnson Ch Cem, Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA.²

     Laura was born on 22 March 1869 at Allen, Wic Co, MD.¹ She married Renatus Thomas 'Nat' Hastings Jr., son of Winder Hearn Hastings and Eleanor 'Elinder or Ella' Claville, on 24 September 1890 at Somerset Co, MD.^2,3 Laura died on 25 January 1936 at age 66.¹ Her body was interred at Johnson Ch Cem, Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA.¹

     Jeremiah was born on 18 October 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.² Jeremiah was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jeremiah Mason, a 24 year old farmer in HH#623 headed by Major Mason, a 55 year old farmer..³ He married Elizabeth Henry Bell, daughter of William Bell and Annaliza Gillett Whealton, on 10 January 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jeremiah Mason, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Major & Nancy Mason and she was shown as Elizabeth H. Bell, age 17, the daughter of William (dec'd) & Ann Bell. They were married at the residence of Ann Bell by George H. Ewell..¹ Jeremiah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jermiah Mason, the head of HH#MT374, a 33 year old farmer with real estate valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Masons: Elizabeth, age 23 and keeping house; Vianna, age 8; Elizabeth, age 6; William Mason, age 4; and Eliza, age 39 and keeping house. Also listed was Henry Bibbins, a 13 year old farm laborer..⁴ Jeremiah died on 18 October 1918 at age 82.² His body was interred at Mason Cem South, Bloxom, Acc Co, VA.²

     Major was born on 29 August 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.² Major was listed with his father in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Mason, age 10 in HH#623 headed by Major Mason, a 55 year old farmer..³ Major was listed with his father in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Major Mason, a 19 year old farm laborer in HH#MT62 headed by Major Mason, a 64 year old farmer..⁴ He married Elizabeth C. 'Lizzie' Clayton, daughter of John Clayton and Hannah Young, on 12 January 1871 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Major Mason, a 20 year old farmer, the son of Major & Ann Mason and she was shown as Elizabeth C. Clayton, age 19, the daughter of John & Ann Clayton. They were married by O. Littleton..¹ Major died on 14 February 1920 at age 69.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Henry was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Mason, age 3 in HH#623 headed by Major Mason, a 55 year old farmer..³ Henry was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Mason, a 13 year old farm laborer in HH#MT62 headed by Major Mason, a 64 year old farmer..³ He married Mary A. Parks, daughter of William Parks and Amanda Wessells, on 22 December 1875 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry T. Mason, an 18 year old farmer, the son of Major & Aet. Mason and she was shown as Mary A. Parkes, age 18, the daughter of Wm. & Maude Parkes. They were married by J.M. Anderson..² Henry reported a death on 11 March 1885. It was on this date that son Henry Mason of M., reported the death of Major Mason, age 79 years, who was the son of Major & Rachael Mason..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary J. Mason, age 7/12 in HH#623 headed by Major Mason, a 55 year old farmer..¹

     Susanna was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susanna was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susanna Mason, age 3 in HH#621 headed by Southey Mason, a 26 year old farmer..¹ Susanna was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mason, age 13 in HH#MT373 headed by Southy Mason, a 35 year old farmer..²

     Nehemiah was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nehemiah was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Nehemiah Mason, age 1 in HH#621 headed by Southey Mason, a 26 year old farmer..¹

     J. was born on 7 January 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.² J. was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin Mason, age 11 in HH#MT373 headed by Southy Mason, a 35 year old farmer..¹ J. died on 6 April 1939 at age 80.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as J. Frank Mason..²

     William was born circa 1861 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Mason, age 9 in HH#MT373 headed by Southy Mason, a 35 year old farmer..¹ He married Gertrude Taylor, daughter of Oliver H. Taylor and Mary W. Kelly, on 14 March 1888 at Downings Meth Church, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Mason, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Southey & Sally Mason and she was shown as Gertrude Taylor, age 18, the daughter of Oliver H. & Mary W. Taylor. They were married by T.G. Pullen..²

     Zadock was born on 7 February 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.² Zadock was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zadoc Mason, age 4 in HH#MT373 headed by Southy Mason, a 35 year old farmer..¹ Zadock died on 1 June 1921 at age 56. His tombstone shows him as Z.L. Mason..² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Elizabeth was born on 2 June 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Clayton, age 19 and at home in HH#MT303 headed by George Hinman, a 20 year old farmer. Also listed just above her was Hanna Clayton, a 52 year old house keeper, who was evidently her mother..³ She married Major Mason, son of Major Mason Jr. and Ann 'Nancy' Grinnalds, on 12 January 1871 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Major Mason, a 20 year old farmer, the son of Major & Ann Mason and she was shown as Elizabeth C. Clayton, age 19, the daughter of John & Ann Clayton. They were married by O. Littleton..¹ Elizabeth died on 19 July 1920 at age 69.² Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Ellen was born on 26 January 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.³ She married Middleton Mason, son of Zadock Mason and Leah Grinnalds, on 30 November 1871 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Middleton Mason, a 32 year old single farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Ellen E. Shrieves, age 19, the daughter of William & Tabitha Shrieves. They were married near Modest Town by D.A. Woodson..¹ Ellen died on 10 October 1873 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA, at age 22. She was shown as Eliz. Mason, who died in Oct of consumption at the age of 22 years. She was the daughter of Wm. & Tabitha Shrieves, born in Acc Co and a domestic, the wife of Middleton Mason who gave the information..^3,2 Her body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.³

     Peter was born on 2 August 1801 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Eleanor Redden on 10 March 1821 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Peter Mason and Eleanor Redden. No other information was given..² Peter died on 8 June 1853 at age 51.¹ His body was interred at Mason Cem, Holly Swamp Rd, Wor Co, MD.¹

     Eleanor was born on 18 September 1799 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She married Peter Mason on 10 March 1821 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Peter Mason and Eleanor Redden. No other information was given..² Eleanor died on 3 December 1863 at age 64.¹ Her body was interred at Mason Cem, Holly Swamp Rd, Wor Co, MD.¹

     Lavinia was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Lavinia was named in her father's will on 6 October 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Lavinia Susan Taylor in the will of Ezekiel Taylor..¹ She married Alfred Gladding, son of Henry Gladding and Mary 'Polly' Bunting, on 5 January 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Alfred Gladding and Lavinia S. Taylor of Ezekiel dec'd..²

     Milcah was born in 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.² Milcah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Wiseville PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Milky A. Parks, age 8 in HH#46 headed by Thomas S. Parks, a 38 year old farmer..¹ She married Thorogood Justice Mason, son of William Mason and Tabitha Justice, on 6 October 1871 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Thorogood Mason, age 21 and Milcah A. Parks, age 19. No other information was given..³ Milcah died in 1934.² Her body was interred at Mason Fm Plot, west of Parksley, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Annie Mason, 1853-1934..²

     Gillet was born on 2 June 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Gillet died on 18 June 1885 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 15. His death record shows him as Gillet S. Mason, who died on 28 Jun 1885 of consumption at the age of 15 years and 21 months. He was the child of Gillet & Adeline Mason, born in Acc Co, and was unmarried. His father gave the information..^1,2 His body was interred at Mason Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Sallie was born on 29 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA.³ She married Gillet Mason, son of Zadock Mason and Leah Grinnalds, on 13 February 1878 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Gillet Mason, a 34 year old farmer, the son of Zadock & Leah Mason and she was shown as Sally Shreaves, age 23, the daughter of Wm. S. & Tabitha Shreaves. They were married by D.A. Woodson..¹ Sallie died on 29 January 1890 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 34. She was shown as Sally S. Mason, who died of consumption at the age of 32 years. She was the daughter of Wm. S. & Tabitha Shreaves, born in Acc Co and a housekeeper, the wife of Gillett Mason who gave the information..^3,2 Her body was interred at Clayton Cem, Hopeton, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sallie F. Mason, the 2nd wife of Gillet Mason..³

     Olevia was born circa 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Olevia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Olevia Wessels, age 5 in HH#MT659 headed by David Wessels, a 42 year old farmer..¹

     Ann was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Zorobabel 'Babel' Mason, son of Thomas Mason and Tabitha (-----), on 23 January 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Babel Mason and Nancy Bull. No other information was given..² Ann was named in her mother's will on 10 November 1791 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Nancy Mason in the will of Bridget Bull, widow.³

     George was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sophia 'Suffiah' or 'Sapphura' (-----) circa 1775.² He made a will on 25 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Mason, St. George Parish. To wife Suffiah Mason the whole of my moveable estate during her life time & at her death my moveable estate to my children then living. To son Edmund Mason the whole of my lands & if he dies without heirs, then to daughter Mary Mason. To daughter Peggy Edwards ... To daughter Mary Mason £20. Wife Suffiah Mason Extr. Witt: Nathaniel Badger, Mary Badger & Rosey Watkinson..² George died in October 1815.² George's will was probated on 30 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmund Mason, Mary Mason & Isaac Powell securities [Note: Wife called Sophiah in probate.].²

     Sophia was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. She married George Mason, son of Thomas Mason and Tabitha (-----), circa 1775.² Sophia was named in her husband's will on 25 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Suffiah Mason in the will of George Mason of St. George Parish..² She made a will on 10 October 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Margaret Edwards my lands if not needed to pay my debts. After the death of my daughter Margaret E. to my granddaughter Mary Fox & if she has no lawful heirs to my granddaughter Charlotte James. Remainder to Margaret Eureders(?) & Mary Fox. My spinning wheel to my grand-daughter Charlotte James & ... & my ... to my two own daughters Margaret Eureders(?) & Molly James. Son Edmund Mason Extr. Witt: James Shield, Margaret A. Shield & Samuel K. Shield..³ Sophia died in October 1837.³ Sophia's will was probated on 30 October 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin James, Bagwell Mason & Charles Kellam securities..³

     Margaret was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. She married William Edwards on 29 February 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. William Badger was the security on the M.L.B. of William Edwards and Peggy Mason..² Margaret was named in her father's will on 25 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Peggy Edwards in the will of George Mason of St. George Parish..³ Margaret was named in her mother's will on 10 October 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Margaret Edwards in the will of Sophiah Mason..⁴

     William was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret 'Peggy' Mason, daughter of George Mason and Sophia 'Suffiah' or 'Sapphura' (-----), on 29 February 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. William Badger was the security on the M.L.B. of William Edwards and Peggy Mason..¹