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     (-----) was born circa 1750 at Caroline Co, VA.

     Lucy was born circa 1790 at Caroline Co, VA.¹ Lucy was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at Port Royal, Caroline Co, VA. She was shown as Lucy Parker, age 60 in HH#1182 headed by Ann Parker, age 64..¹

     Mary was born circa 1800 at Caroline Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her sister in the census of in 1850 at Port Royal, Caroline Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Parker, age 50 in HH#1182 headed by Ann Parker, age 64..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1776 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Parker the head of HH#502, age 74. Listed with her were Eliza Peake, age 22 and John J. Underwood, a 40 year old carpenter..¹

     Robert was born circa 1830 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Robert was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Parker, a 20 year old manager in HH#40 headed by John Wright, a 31 year old physican with real estate valued at $6,000..¹

     John was born circa 1825 at Essex Co, VA.¹ John was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as John Parker, a 25 year old laborer in HH#199 headed by Nathan Parker, a 49 year old manager. Since he was listed at the bottom of the HH, below younger daughters, it is assumed he was not Nathan's son..¹

     John was born circa 1818 at Essex Co, VA.¹ He married Emily (-----) circa 1835.¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as John Parker the head of HH#433, a 32 year old mechanic. Listed with him were the following Parkers: Emily, age 35; Sandy, age 11 (male); Alfred, age 9; Susan, age 6; Lavinia, age 4; and Daniel, age 1. Also listed was Cornelius Clarke, age 13..¹

     Emily was born circa 1815 at Essex Co, VA.¹ She married John Parker circa 1835.¹ Emily was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Emily Parker, age 35 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..¹

     Sandy was born circa 1839 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Sandy was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Sandy Parker, age 11 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..¹

     Alfred was born circa 1841 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Alfred was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Parker, age 9 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..¹

     Susan was born circa 1844 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Susan was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Parker, age 6 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..²

     Lavinia was born circa 1846 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Lavinia was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Lavinia Parker, age 4 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..¹

     Daniel was born circa 1849 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Daniel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Parker, age 1 in HH#433 headed by John Parker, a 32 year old mechanic..²

     Nancy was born circa 1787 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Nancy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Parker the head of HH#435, age 63. Listed with her were the following Parkers: Mary, age 15; Lucy, age 21 and Philip, a 21 year old sailor..²

     Mary was born circa 1835 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Parker, age 15 in HH#435 headed by Nancy Parker, age 63..¹

     Lucy was born circa 1829 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Lucy was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. She was shown as Lucy Parker, age 21 in HH#435 headed by Nancy Parker, age 63..¹

     Phillip was born circa 1829 at Essex Co, VA.¹ Phillip was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Philip Parker, a 21 year old sailor in HH#435 headed by Nancy Parker, age 63..²

     Fanny was born circa 1810 at Caroline Co, VA.¹ Fanny was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Caroline Co, VA. She was shown as Fanny Parker the head of HH#963, age 40. Listed with her was Malvinia Parker, a 10 year old mulatto..¹

     Malvina was born circa 1840 at Caroline Co, VA.¹ Malvina was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Caroline Co, VA. She was shown as Malvina Parker, a 10 year old mulatto in HH#963 headed by Fanny Parker, age 40..¹

     John was born circa 1797 at King George Co, VA.¹ He married Ann (-----) circa 1825.¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at King George Co, VA. He was shown as John Parker the head of HH#6, a 53 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,500. Listed with him was Ann Parker, age 46..¹

     Ann was born circa 1804 at King George Co, VA.¹ She married John Parker circa 1825.¹ Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at King George Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Parker, age 46 in HH#6 headed by John Parker, a 53 year old farmer..¹

     Ann was born circa 1785 at Essex Co, VA. She would have been the female, age 16-25 in the household headed by Thomas Parker, age 16-25..² She married Thomas Parker, son of William Parker, on 10 June 1807 at Essex Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Parker, no age shown, single, the son of William Parker (father) and she was shown as Ann Pilkington, no age shown, single, the daughter of Parminis Pilkington (father), bond dated 10 Jun 1807, bondsmen were Thomas Parker & John Rouzii, the witness was Richard C. Rouzii, the Clerk of Court was John P. Lee. (Page 224).¹

     William was born circa 1760 at Essex Co, VA.

     Parminis was born circa 1760 at Essex Co, VA.

     Juanita was born on 24 September 1947 at P.G. Hospital, Salisbury, Wic Co, MD.

     LeRoy was born on 18 February 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as LeRoy T. Thornton, the son of Wm. Thos. Jr. (farmer) & Sarah Thornton. His father gave the information..² He married Annie Mae Farlow, daughter of William E. Farlow and Mary E. Hancock, on 26 November 1913 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Leroy T. Thornton, a 22 year old farmer, born & living in Acc Co, the son of William T. & Sarah Thornton and she was shown as Annie May Farlow, age 22, born & living in Acc Co, the daughter of William E. & Ella Farlow..¹ LeRoy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1920 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Leroy T. Thornton the head of HH#176, a 30 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Annie M., a 27 year old wife; William L., a 6 year old son; Elsa M., a 3 & 0/12 year old daughter; and Harvy, a 1 & 6/12 year old son. This household was visited on 14 Jan 1920..³ LeRoy was named as an heir in 1930 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey, a list of heirs shows William T. Thornton was survived by a wife Sarah Frances Thornton and 5 children: Leroy Thornton, age 40; Harry T. Thornton, age 38; Mary Hall, wife of Stuart Hall, age 33; Wm. T. Thornton Jr., age 22; and Dorsey Thornton, age 14.. LeRoy was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Leroy T. Thornton the head of HH#379, a 40 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Annie M., a 37 year old wife; William L., a 16 year old son; Elsie M., a 14 year old daughter; Harvie R., a 12 year old son; Mildred E., a 9 year old daughter; and Gladys, a 7 year old daughter..⁴ LeRoy died on 23 April 1934 at age 44.⁵ His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as LeRoy T. Thornton, the husband of Annie F. Thornton..⁶

     Annie was born on 24 September 1891 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married LeRoy Thomas 'Lee' Thornton, son of William Thomas Thornton Jr. and Sarah Frances Ross, on 26 November 1913 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Leroy T. Thornton, a 22 year old farmer, born & living in Acc Co, the son of William T. & Sarah Thornton and she was shown as Annie May Farlow, age 22, born & living in Acc Co, the daughter of William E. & Ella Farlow..¹ Annie was listed with her husband in the census of in 1920 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Annie M. Thornton, a 27 year old wife in HH#176 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 30 year old farmer..³ Annie was listed with her husband in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Annie M. Thornton, a 37 year old wife in HH#379 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 40 year old farmer..⁴ Annie died on 13 February 1980 at age 88.² Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Annie F. Thornton, wife of LeRoy T. Thornton, 1891-1981..⁵

     William was born circa 1858 at Wicomico Co, MD.¹ He married Mary E. Hancock, daughter of Sidney Hancock and Sallie (-----), on 1 February 1888 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William E. Farlow, a 30 year old farmer, born in Wic Co, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Billy F. & Elizabeth Farlow and she was shown as Mary E. Hancock, age 25, born in Wor Co, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Sidney & Sallie Hancock. They were married by T.G. Pullen..¹

     Mary was born circa 1863 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She married William E. Farlow, son of Billy F. Farlow and Elizabeth Hearne, on 1 February 1888 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William E. Farlow, a 30 year old farmer, born in Wic Co, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Billy F. & Elizabeth Farlow and she was shown as Mary E. Hancock, age 25, born in Wor Co, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Sidney & Sallie Hancock. They were married by T.G. Pullen..¹

     Sidney was born circa 1840. He married Sallie (-----) circa 1860 at Worcester Co, MD.

     Sallie was born circa 1840 at Worcester Co, MD. She married Sidney Hancock circa 1860 at Worcester Co, MD.

     Billy was born circa 1825 at Worcester Co, MD. He married Elizabeth Hearne on 25 January 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Billy F. Farlow (Junior) and Elizabeth Hearn. No other information was given..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1830. She married Billy F. Farlow on 25 January 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Billy F. Farlow (Junior) and Elizabeth Hearn. No other information was given..¹

     William was born on 10 April 1861 at Accomac, Acc Co, VA. His tombstones shows 10 Apr 1861, the 1880 census puts his birth at 1865, and his 1889 marriage puts it at 1861..^2,3 William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Thornton, age 8 and attending school in HH#AT68 headed by Thomas Thornton, a 32 year old farmer..⁴ He married Sarah Frances Ross, daughter of Levin Jacob Ross and Elizabeth Tatham, on 24 April 1889 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Thornton, a 28 year old farmer, the son of William T. & Elizabeth Thornton and she was shown as Sarah Ross, age 17, the daughter of Levin J. Elizabeth Ross. They were married by W.F. Hayes..¹ William reported a birth on 18 February 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Wm. Thos. Thornton Jr. reported the birth of his son LeRoy T. Thornton..⁵ William reported a death on 7 September 1896 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Wm. Thornton reported the death of his father, Wm. Thos. Thornton, who was shot at the age of 60 years..⁶ William bought land in 1899 at Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. In describing the ownership of tract A172 (north of Oak Hall), Whitelaw states that the part of the tract once owned by Samuel Beavans, was later owned by Ralph Jenkins, William Silverthorne, James White, Mary Ann Broadwater (wife of David), Louisa M. Snead, and finally in 1899 the property was bought by the late W.T. Thornton. The house on the property (A172A) was know as the Broadwater or Thornton Place. The brick end of an old house stood about a hundred yards east of the highway, but it has since disappeared. The outside of the wall had the bricks laid in Flemish bond with glazed headers, which in the gable were in lines parallel with the roof lines. On the inside of the wall was a bake oven alongside the fireplace. The character of the brickwork, and the fact that originally the house consisted of only one room on the first floor, indicate an early date of construction, so it probably dated from the time of the first William Beavans, who died in 1745. The Lane-Beavans land was bounded on the north by the north head branch of Euwamus Creek, which extended across the highway..⁷ William died on 14 April 1930 at age 69. According to Mary Frances Carey, a list of heirs shows William T. Thornton was survived by a wife Sarah Frances Thornton and 5 children: Leroy Thornton, age 40; Harry T. Thornton, age 38; Mary Hall, wife of Stuart Hall, age 33; Wm. T. Thornton Jr., age 22; and Dorsey Thornton, age 14..³ His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.³

     Sarah was born in 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.² Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah F. Ross, a 10 year old daughter in a household headed by Levin J. Ross, a 35 year old farmer..³ She married William Thomas Thornton Jr., son of William Thomas Thornton and Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Bunting (widow?), on 24 April 1889 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Thornton, a 28 year old farmer, the son of William T. & Elizabeth Thornton and she was shown as Sarah Ross, age 17, the daughter of Levin J. Elizabeth Ross. They were married by W.F. Hayes..¹ Sarah was named as an heir in 1930 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey, a list of heirs shows William T. Thornton was survived by a wife Sarah Frances Thornton and 5 children: Leroy Thornton, age 40; Harry T. Thornton, age 38; Mary Hall, wife of Stuart Hall, age 33; Wm. T. Thornton Jr., age 22; and Dorsey Thornton, age 14.. Sarah died in 1943.² Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.²

     Ezekiel was born in September 1869 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ezekiel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ezekiel Ross, age 11 months and born in September in HH#MT318 headed by Jacob Ross, a 26 year old farmer..¹ Ezekiel was listed with his parents in the census of in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Ezekiel Ross, a 12 year old son in a household headed by Levin J. Ross, a 35 year old farmer..²

     William was born circa 1914 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1920 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William L. Thornton, a 6 year old son in HH#176 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 30 year old farmer..¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William L. Thornton, a 16 year old son in HH#379 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 40 year old farmer..² He married Edna (-----) circa 1940.³

     Edna was born circa 1920. She married William Lee Thornton, son of LeRoy Thomas 'Lee' Thornton and Annie Mae Farlow, circa 1940.¹

     Mildred was born in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.² Mildred was listed with her parents in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mildred E. Thornton, a 9 year old daughter in HH#379 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 40 year old farmer..¹ She married John B. Gordy circa 1940.² Mildred died in 1991.² Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.²

     John was born in 1912 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mildred E. Thornton, daughter of LeRoy Thomas 'Lee' Thornton and Annie Mae Farlow, circa 1940.¹ John died in 1971.¹ His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Elsie was born circa 1917 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elsie was listed with her parents in the census of in 1920 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elsa M. Thornton, a 3 & 0/12 year old daughter in HH#176 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 30 year old farmer..¹ Elsie was listed with her parents in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elise M. Thornton, a 14 year old daughter in HH#379 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 40 year old farmer..² She married Morris Johnson circa 1935.³

     Morris was born circa 1915 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elsie M. Thornton, daughter of LeRoy Thomas 'Lee' Thornton and Annie Mae Farlow, circa 1935.¹

     Gladys was born circa 1923 at Accomack Co, VA. Gladys was listed with her parents in the census of in 1930 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Gladys Thornton, a 7 year old daughter in HH#379 headed by Leroy T. Thornton, a 40 year old farmer..¹

     William was born circa 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Thornton, age 8 in HH#117 headed by Parker Thornton, a 30 year old oysterman..¹ He married Hester 'Nellie' or 'Hattie' McGee on 23 March 1872 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as William Thornton, age 21 and Hester MaGee, age 18. No other information was given..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. H. Thornton, the head of household, a 35 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Nellie M., a 32 year old wife and house keeper, born in MD; Geo. H., an 8 year old son; Lydia A., a 6 year old daughter; and Sarah E., age 22 and other relationship to the head of household..³

     James was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.² James served in the Revolutionary War in in 1776 at Virginia. James Thornton Sr., age 75 (in 1829), enlisted Feb 1776 in Virginia in the company of Capt. Thomas Snead in the regiment under Col. Matthews discharged circa Feb 1778 at Valley Forge (Acc Co Orders 1829-1832, p. 51, 19 Dec 1829)..² He married Sally Cottingham on 9 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James Thornton and Sally Cottingham. No other information was given..³ He made a will on 14 August 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sally Thornton all of my estate. Wife Sally Thornton Extr. Witt: James S. Dunton, Samuel S. Welburne, Robert Townsend, Richard W. Guest, David Broadwater & F. Conner..⁴ When he applied for his military pension on 19 Dec 1829, he was living "near Hornton" with no children and a wife "in her 85th year," on 100 acres of "very poor and mostly uncultivated land."⁵ James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thornton, Jas. R.L., a head of household, age 70-80 (bc 1750-1760). Listed with him was 1 female, age 80-90 (bc 1740-1750). (Note: Due to his advanced age, the R.L. may have been Retired from Labor.).⁶ James died on 25 January 1834. James Thornton, a pensioner of the U.S., widow Sally, had his death certified as 25 Jan 1934..⁷ James's will was probated on 24 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Sally Thornton refused to qualify & David Broadwater became Admr. with Oliver Logan & Joseph Feddeman securities..⁴

     Sally was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married James (R.L.) Thornton (Horntown), son of John Thornton and Mary (-----), on 9 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James Thornton and Sally Cottingham. No other information was given..² Sally was named in her husband's will on 15 August 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sally Thornton in the will of James Thornton and given all my estate and was named the sole executor..³ Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She would have been the 1 female, age 80-90 (bc 1740-1750) in the household headed by Thornton, Jas. R.L., age 70-80 (bc 1750-1760)..¹ Sally was named as the executor of a will on 24 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Sally Thornton, the named executor in the will of James Thornton, refused to qualify & David Broadwater became the the administrator with Oliver Logan & Joseph Feddeman securities..⁴

     Anna was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Anna was listed with her mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Anna Thornton, a 10 year old domestic servant in HH#AT190 headed by James Ailworth, a 21 year old farmer. Also listed was Emeline Ailworth, age 27 and keeping house, who was evidently her mother..¹ She married George Gillespie, son of Peter J. Gillespie (I) and Susan Metcalf, on 4 January 1883 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Gillispie, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Peter & Susan Gillispie and she was shown as Annie Thornton, age 22, the daughter of Wm. & Emeline Thornton. They were married by J.W. Hundley..²

     Frances was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Frances was listed with her mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Frances Thornton, age 6 in HH#AT190 headed by James Ailworth, a 21 year old farmer. Also listed was Emeline Ailworth, age 27 and keeping house, who was evidently her mother..¹

     William was born circa 1866 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Thornton, age 4 in HH#AT190 headed by James Ailworth, a 21 year old farmer. Also listed was Emeline Ailworth, age 27 and keeping house, who was evidently his mother..¹ William was listed with another family in the census of in 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Thornton, a 15 year old laborer in a household headed by William Ailworth, a 28 year old farmer. The relationship shown to the head of the household was "other." William Ailworth was the brother of his step-father, James Ailworth..²

     Emily was born in 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1870 census puts her birth at 1868, her 1884 marriage puts it at 1867 and her tombstone shows 1869..^1,3,2 Emily was listed with her mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emma Thornton, age 2 in HH#AT190 headed by James Ailworth, a 21 year old farmer. Also listed was Emeline Ailworth, age 27 and keeping house, who was evidently her mother..¹ She married Charles Smith, son of William E. Smith and Sarah Edmonds 'Sally' Corbin, on 23 January 1884 at Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Smith, a 22 year old sailor, the son of Wm. & Sally Smith and she was shown as Emily L. Thornton, age 17, the daughter of Wm. Thornton of W. & Emeline Ailworth. They were married by R.B. Beadles..² Emily died in 1953.³ Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.³

     George was born circa 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Anna Thornton, daughter of William (of G.) Thornton (Guilford) and Emeline 'Emma' Christopher, on 4 January 1883 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Gillispie, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Peter & Susan Gillispie and she was shown as Annie Thornton, age 22, the daughter of Wm. & Emeline Thornton. They were married by J.W. Hundley..¹

     Charles was born circa 1862 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Emily L. 'Emma' Thornton, daughter of William (of G.) Thornton (Guilford) and Emeline 'Emma' Christopher, on 23 January 1884 at Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Smith, a 22 year old sailor, the son of Wm. & Sally Smith and she was shown as Emily L. Thornton, age 17, the daughter of Wm. Thornton of W. & Emeline Ailworth. They were married by R.B. Beadles..¹

     John was born circa 1855 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. S. Thornton, age 5 in HH#1123 headed by Kendal Thornton, a 36 year old oysterman. (Note: This was probably Chincoteage Island.).¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, a 15 year old oysterman in HH#TI75 headed by Kendall Thornton, a 44 year old oysterman..² He married Traney M. 'Fanny' Melvin, daughter of Samuel Melvin (s/o Jms W.) and Elizabeth Douglas, on 28 January 1877 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, a 20 year old sailor, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Kendal & Sarah Thornton and she was shown as Trany M. Melvin, age 16, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Sam'l & Eliz'th Melvin. They were married by R. Williamson..³ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, a 24 year old head of household and laborer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Frany M., a 22 year old wife and George, a 1 year old son..⁴ John reported a birth on 18 March 1882 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jno. J. Thornton of K., oysterman, reported the birth of his son John K. Thornton..⁵

     James was born circa 1840. He married Maria E. Sterling on 2 August 1864 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as James E. Thornton and Maria E. Sterling. No other information was given..¹

     Maria was born circa 1840. She married James E. Thornton on 2 August 1864 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as James E. Thornton and Maria E. Sterling. No other information was given..¹

     William was born circa 1840. He married Susan A. Conaway on 21 April 1864 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as William W. Thorington and Susan A. Conaway. No other information was given..¹

     Susan was born circa 1840. She married William W. Thornton on 21 April 1864 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as William W. Thorington and Susan A. Conaway. No other information was given..¹

     Henry was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry was named in his father's will on 2 January 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Henry Thornton in the will of Edward Thornton and was given the place where I now live and if he offer to sell the land my son John to have it..¹ Henry inherited land in 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. A survey made the year after his father's will was probated showed 146 acres, of which the south part of 49 acres went to Edward Thornton and the balance of 97 acres to Henry Thornton..² He married Euphama Townsend on 16 March 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Henry Thornton and Euphama Townsend..³ Henry was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Thornton, of Edw'd, age 16-26. Listed with him were 1 female, age 0-10; 1 female, age 16-26; 1 female, over age 45; and 3 slaves..⁴ On 15 May 1806, Henry Thornton, along with Molly Thornton, Joshua Thorton and William Thornton were among buyers at the estate sale of Joshua Thornton.⁵ He made a will on 12 June 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Euphamy Thornton the whole of my land & at her death to daughter Sally Thornton. To daughter Sally my Negro woman Leah & boy George & ... To wife Euphamy Thornton remainder & a canoe during her life & then the canoe to brother's son William Thornton. To wife a gun during her life & then to brother's son Henry Thornton. Wife Euphamy Thornton & Thomas Jones Extrs. Witt: Thomas Jones, Edward Ewell, Martha Jones & George Window..⁶ Henry died in September 1816.⁶ Henry's will was probated on 30 September 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. George Window & James White of Southey securities..⁶

     Euphama was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Henry (of Edw'd) Thornton, son of Edward Thornton (IV) and Rachel (-----), on 16 March 1798 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Henry Thornton and Euphama Townsend..¹ Euphama was named in her husband's will on 12 June 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Euphamy Thornton in the will of Henry Thornton. She was given the whole of my land & at her death to daughter Sally Thornton. She was also given the remainder & a canoe during her life & then the canoe to brother's son William Thornton. She was also given a gun during her life & then to brother's son Henry Thornton. She and & Thomas Jones were Extrs..²

     Roseanne was born circa 1784 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 3 February 1812,her married name was Addison.¹ She married Arthur Addison 03 Feb 1812 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Andrew James was the security on the M.L.B. of Arthur Addison and Rosey James. They were married on 5 Feb 1812.¹ Roseanne was named in her husband's will in February 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Roseanne Addison in the will of Arthur Addison.³

     Elizabeth was born in 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1860 census puts her birth at 1835, the 1870 census puts it at 1835, but her tombstone shows 1825..^1,2,3 She married William Thomas Thornton, son of William T. Thornton and Eliza 'Elzay or Alsey' Belote, circa 1858.^1,4,2 Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 25 in HH#545 headed by Thos. Thornton, a 21 year old day laborer. Also listed was Margaret A. Bunting, who may have been her daughter by a prior marriage..² Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, a 35 year old house keeper in HH#AT68 headed by Thomas Thornton, a 32 year old farmer..³ Elizabeth died in 1910.¹ Her body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth Thornton, wife of William T. Thornton..¹

     Mary was born in 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary W. Thornton, age 1 in HH#545 headed by Thos. Thornton, a 21 year old day laborer..³ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary W. Thornton, age 10 and at school in HH#AT68 headed by Thomas Thornton, a 32 year old farmer..⁴ As of 16 December 1885,her married name was Bunting.¹ She married George William Bunting, son of George S. Bunting and Rosannah G. 'Rosy' Fitchett, on 16 December 1885 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Bunting, a 35 year old widowed farmer, the son of George S. & Rose A. Bunting and she was shown as Mary W. Thornton, age 26 and single, the daughter of Thos. & Elizabeth Thornton. They were married by W.A. Street..¹ Mary died in 1935.² Her body was interred at Groton's Cem, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary W. Bunting, 1859-1935 and she is burried next to George W. Bunting..²

     Dorsey was born circa 1916 at Accomack Co, VA. Dorsey was named as an heir in 1930 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey, a list of heirs shows William T. Thornton was survived by a wife Sarah Frances Thornton and 5 children: Leroy Thornton, age 40; Harry T. Thornton, age 38; Mary Hall, wife of Stuart Hall, age 33; Wm. T. Thornton Jr., age 22; and Dorsey Thornton, age 14..

     William was born in 1906 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named as an heir in 1930 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey, a list of heirs shows William T. Thornton was survived by a wife Sarah Frances Thornton and 5 children: Leroy Thornton, age 40; Harry T. Thornton, age 38; Mary Hall, wife of Stuart Hall, age 33; Wm. T. Thornton Jr., age 22; and Dorsey Thornton, age 14.. William died in 1989.¹ His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William Thomas Thornton, 1906-1989..¹

     Mary was born on 24 August 1896 at Accomack Co, VA. Her tombstone shows 24 Aug 1896, but her birth record shows her as Mary T. Thornton, born 29 Aug 1896 in Temperanceville, the daughter of Wm. Thomas (farmer) & Sarah Thornton..^2,1 She married Stewart B. Hall Sr. circa 1925. Mary died on 4 December 1973 at age 77.² Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.²

     Stewart was born on 9 October 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary W. Thornton, daughter of William Thomas Thornton Jr. and Sarah Frances Ross, circa 1925. Stewart died on 19 November 1971 at age 79.¹ His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.¹

     Margaret was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Margaret was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret A. Bunting, age 9 in HH#545 headed by Thos. Thornton, a 21 year old day laborer. Also listed was Elizabeth Thornton, age 25, who may have been her mother by a prior marriage..¹

     Sally was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Thornton, age 6 in HH#503 headed by James Thornton of J., a 37 year old farmer..¹ Sally was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Thornton, age 15 and at home in HH#MT697 headed by James Thornton, a 50 year old farmer..³ Sally died on 15 October 1878 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally C. Thornton, who died of heart trouble at the age of 24 years. She was the daughter of Jas. & Mary A. Thornton, born in Acc Co, a housekeeper and unmarried. Her father gave the information..²

     Masealy was born circa 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Masealy was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Masealy Thornton, age 2 in HH#503 headed by James Thornton of J., a 37 year old farmer..¹

     Emily was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Emily was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Emily Bunting, age 3 in HH#788 headed by William G. Thornton, a 49 year old farmer. Also listed was Soloman Bunting, a 27 year old day laborer, who was evidently her father and Mary E. Bunting, age 21, who was evidently her mother..¹

     Anna was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Anna was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Anna F. Bunting, age 6/12 in HH#788 headed by William G. Thornton, a 49 year old farmer. Also listed was Soloman Bunting, a 27 year old day laborer, who was evidently her father and Mary E. Bunting, age 21, who was evidently her mother..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, an 18 year old domestic in HH#742 headed by Riley Fisher, a 75 year old farmer..²

     Hester was born circa 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Hester was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ester Ann Thornton, age 6 in HH#1117 headed by Parker Thornton, a 30 year old oysterman..¹ Hester was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Hester A. Thronton, age 14 in HH#TI154 headed by Parker Thornton, a 44 year old oysterman..² She married J.S. Camack, son of Samule Camack and Margaret (-----), on 2 June 1877 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as J.S. Camack, a 34 year old watchmaker, born in Philadelphia, PA and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Sam'l & Marg't Camack and she was shown as Hester A. Thornton, age 20, the daughter of Parker & Eliza Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..³

     Speaner was born on 5 June 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.² Speaner was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Thornton, age 1 in HH#1117 headed by Parker Thornton, a 30 year old oysterman..¹ Speaner died on 18 September 1931 at age 73.² Her body was interred at Thornton Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Speaner Jane Thornton, 5 Jun 1858 - 18 Sep 1931..²

     Sewell was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sewell was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Emanuel Thornton, age 3 in HH#1164 headed by Thos. Thornton, age 31 and sailing..¹ Sewell was listed with his mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sewell Thornton, a 13 year old farm laborer in HH#AT158 headed by Erastus Johnson, a 37 year old famer. Also listed was Maria Thornton, age 40 and doing house work, who was evidently his mother..²

     John was born in 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.² John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Thornton, age 1 in HH#1164 headed by Thos. Thornton, age 31 and sailing..¹ John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, an 11 year old farmer laborer in HH#AT158 headed by Erastus Johnson, a 37 year old famer. Also listed was Maria Thornton, age 40 and doing house work, who was evidently his mother..³ He married Sallie A. Matthews, daughter of John K. Matthews and Eliza Jane Collins, on 28 March 1880 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John W. Thornton, age 21 and Sallie A. Matthews, age 19..⁴ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Thornton, a head of household, a 21 year old overseer on farm. Listed with him were Sallie Thornton, an 18 year old wife; John Pepper, an 18 year old black laborer; Maria Corbin, a 50 year old black servant; and L. Downing, a 10 year old black nurse..⁵ He married Elishea Frances Bunting, daughter of Teackle J. Bunting and Eveline Small, on 16 December 1900 at New Church, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John William Thornton, a 41 year old widowed carpenter, the son of Thomas & Maria Thornton, and she was shown as Elishea Frances Taylor, age 37, the daughter of Teackle Bunting..⁶ John died in 1935.² His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John William Thornton, husband of Sallie M. Thornton, 1859-1935..²

     Mrs. Dorothy Bull told Mary Frances Carey on 3 Jan 1986 that her father was Sylvester Lee Thronton and that he had a brother Edward that lived in Philadelphia. Lemuel Thornton was Sylvester's 1st cousin and his children were Leomis, Lawrence, Rida Taylor, Meta Conquest, Beatrice Rich and Inez Bunting. Lemuel was born on 1 March 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Harriet Frances Tindall, daughter of Sheppard D. Tindall and Ann Maria McCready, on 8 January 1879 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lemuel Y. Thronton, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Thos. & Maria Thornton and she was shown as Harriet F. Tyndall, age 21, the daughter of Sheperd & Ann Mary Tyndall. They were married by J.W. Hundley..² Lemuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lemuel Thornton, a 22 year old head of household and farmer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Harriett, a 24 year old wife and house keeper; Annie, a 6 month old daughter; and Mariah, a 56 year old mother. Also listed was William Chesser, an 18 year old farmer (no relation shown) and Charles Chesser, a 10 year old farmer (no relation shown)..⁴ Lemuel reported a death on 13 December 1882 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Lemuel Thornton reported the death of his mother Maria Thornton, who died of dropsy at the age of 56 years..⁵ Lemuel died on 27 March 1930 at age 73.³ His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Lemuel Y. Thornton, husband of Harriet F. Thornton..³

     Joseph was born circa 1830. He married Elizabeth Thornton, daughter of John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is) and Susan (-----), circa 1853.^1,2,3

     Ann was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Thornton, age 6 in HH#1309 headed by Eliz'th Thornton, age 30..¹ She married Arden D. Daisey, son of Parker T. Daisey and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Melvin, on 1 December 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Arden D. Daisey, a 20 year old seaman, the son of Parker & Elizabeth Daisey and she was shown as Ann Thornton, age 19, the daughter of Joseph & Eliza Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..²

     Arden was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Ann 'Nancy' Thornton, daughter of Joseph (-----) and Elizabeth Thornton, on 1 December 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Arden D. Daisey, a 20 year old seaman, the son of Parker & Elizabeth Daisey and she was shown as Ann Thornton, age 19, the daughter of Joseph & Eliza Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..¹ Arden D. Daisey married Lydia A. Daisey, daughter of William J. Daisey and Margaret 'Peggy' Andrews, on 27 May 1879 at Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Adrin Daisey, a 26 year old widowed oysterman, the son of Parker T. & Eliz'th Daisey and she was shown as Lydia A. Daisey, age 18, the daughter of Wm. & Peggy Daisey.¹

     Noah was born circa 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Noah was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Noah Thornton, age 2 in HH#1309 headed by Eliz'th Thornton, age 30..¹ Noah was listed with his mother in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Noah P. Cherrix, a 22 year old son in a household headed by James Cherrix, a 53 year old laborer and his wife Elizabeth Cherrix, age 50 and keeping house. (NOTE: Based on other records, he was Noah Thornton, a son of Elizabeth Thornton's before she married James Cherrix in 1863.).³ He married Elizabeth 'Lizzie' (-----) circa 1883. Noah died on 7 August 1889 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Noah Thornton, who died of bright's disease at the age of 36 years. He was the son of Eliza Chericks, born in Acc Co, an oysterman and the husband of Eliz. Thornton. His mother gave the information..²

     John was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Mariner, daughter of Levin Mariner (Swans Gut) and Dolly (-----), on 6 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. Andrew Lee was the security on the M.L.B. of John Shey of Eli and Elizabeth Mariner..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 6 January 1823,her married name was Shay.² She married John Shay, son of Elijah Shay and Agnes (100) Trader, on 6 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. Andrew Lee was the security on the M.L.B. of John Shey of Eli and Elizabeth Mariner..²

     John was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his grandfather's will on 22 April 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John Thornton, son of John, in the will of Edward Thronton..² He married Elizabeth Shay, daughter of Elijah Shay and Agnes (100) Trader, on 13 December 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas M. Bayly was the security on the M.L.B. of John Thornton of John and Elizabeth Shay of Elias..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as John Thornton of Jno., age 30-40. Listed with him were 1 male, age 10-15, 1 female, age 5-10, and 1 female, age 50-60..³ John died in November 1841.⁴ Administration of John's estate was filed on 29 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Nock was named to settle the estate of John Thornton. William P. Moore & John C. Wise were the securities.⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of 13 December 1822,her married name was Thornton.¹ She married John (of John) Thornton, son of John (of Edw'd) Thornton and Margaret Broadwater, on 13 December 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas M. Bayly was the security on the M.L.B. of John Thornton of John and Elizabeth Shay of Elias..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her son in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 70 in HH#1164 headed by Thos. Thornton, age 31 and sailing..²

     John was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret Broadwater on 27 November 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John Thornton and Margaret Broadwater. No other information was given..² John was named in his father's will on 22 April 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Thronton in the will of Edward Thronton. Edward also named a grandson John Thornton, son of John..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton of Edw'd, age 26-45. Listed with were 2 males, age 0-10; 1 other male, age 26-45; 1 female, age 0-10; 1 female, age 10-16; & 1 female, age 26-45..³ He married Rebecca Vernelson, daughter of Elisha 'Lisha' Vernelson, on 26 March 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Collins and William Watts were the securities on the M.L.B. of John Thornton and Rebecca Vernelson..²

     Margaret was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John (of Edw'd) Thornton, son of Edward Thornton (III), on 27 November 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John Thornton and Margaret Broadwater. No other information was given..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 21 in HH#285 headed by Elizabeth Thornton, age 60..² Elizabeth was listed with her brother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 41 in HH#1164 headed by Thos. Thornton, age 31 and sailing. Also listed was Elizabeth Thornton, age 70, who was evidently her mother..¹ Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 52 and a house keeper in HH#AT434 headed by Critty Mapp, an 82 year old who was retired from laborer..³ Elizabeth died in May 1895 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, the sister of Capt. John H. Thornton..⁴

     John was born circa 1832 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Margaret Thornton, daughter of John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is) and Susan (-----), on 11 July 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Cathell, a 35 year old sailor, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Len & Nancy Cathell and she was shown as Marg't Thornton, age 22, the daughter of Jno. & Susan Thornton. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr..¹ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John S. Cathell the head of HH#TI146, a 46 year old oysterman, with personal property valued at $100 and born in MD. Listed with him were the following Cathells: Margaret, a 27 year old house keeper; Henry W., age 3; and John C., age 8 months and born in November. Also listed was Susan Thornton, age 70, who was evidently his mother-in-law..² John reported a death on 15 April 1882 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John S. Cathell reported the death of his wife Marg't Cathell, who died at the age of 40 of unknown causes..³

     Len was born circa 1800. He married Nancy (-----) circa 1830.

     Nancy was born circa 1800. She married Len Cathell circa 1830.

     John was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. S. Thornton, age 6/12 in HH#1193 headed by Robt. Thornton, a 23 year old day laborer..¹

     John was born on 27 January 1854 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Acc Co Birth Records show him as John T. Thornton, born 15 Sep 1854 on Chincoteague Island, the son of John H. (farmer) & Mary T. Thornton. His father gave the information. (NOTE: Since this is the same year as shown on his tombstone and he was born on Chincoteague Island, this is assumed to be the son of Annie M. Thorton.).^2,3 John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. T. Thornton, age 9 in HH#1252 headed by Ann Tarr, age 37..¹ John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Tarr, a 17 year old oysterman in HH#TI156 headed by Ann Tarr, a 48 year old house keeper..⁴ He married Sarah J. Jones, daughter of Daniel Jones and Mary Ferguson, on 22 January 1877 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Thornton, a 22 year old sailor, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Ann Thornton and she was shown as Sarah J. Jones, age 16, also born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Dan'l & Mary Jones. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..⁵ John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, age 27 and the head of a household. Listed with him was only Susan Thornton, age 58, who was shown as his mother. (NOTE: His age implies he is the son of Annie M. Thornton, not Susan.).⁶ He married Elizabeth Comfort Andrews, daughter of William D. Andrews and Mary Ann Mason, on 23 August 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Thornton, a 27 year old widowed oysterman, the son of Ann Thornton and she was shown as Comfort Andrews, age 23, the daughter of William & Mary Andrews. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..⁵ He married Laura Dennis, daughter of John Dennis and Annie (-----), on 3 October 1907 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Thornton, a 50 year old widowed oysterman, the son of John & Annie Thornton and she was shown as Laura Hall, a 38 year old widow, born in Worcester Co, MD, the daughter of John & Annie Dennis..⁷ John died on 17 May 1920 at age 66.³ His body was interred at Andrews Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John T. Thornton, 27 Jan 1854 - 17 May 1920, and he is buried next to Comfort Thornton..³

     John was born circa 1866 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.¹ John was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Clayville, age 4 in HH#TI158 headed by George Clayville, a 22 year old oysterman..¹