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     Nancy was born circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. Nancy was named in her father's will on 17 November 1794 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     John was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sally (87I) Mears, daughter of Spencer (125) Mears and Margaret 'Peggy' (50F) Bradford, on 15 December 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. William Heath was the security on the M.L.B. of John Belote Jr. and Sally Mears..^1,2

     Mary was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1762,her married name was Mears.¹ She married John (122) Mears, son of John Mears and Sabrah (68) Armey Trader, circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. John and Molly Mears lived in the Fair Oaks section of the county on land inherited from his grandfather Richard Armitrader. This homestead was in the same neighborhood as Cottrels Ridge, the home of Joseph Beach, father of Molly..¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 27 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary in the will of Joseph Beach..² Mary was named in her husband's will on 17 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Molly in the will of John Mears..³ Mary Mears, as guardian of Betsey, Patience, Adah, Margaret, James and William Mears, gave an account of their expenses for 1788 and 1789 (Acc Co Orphan's Accounts, 1780-1805, p. 77).

     Joseph was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary (-----) circa 1744.² Proof has not been found that Joseph was a son of Samuel & Sarah Beach, but Whitelaw says that Joseph Beach should belong to the family which settled in this vicinity. Joseph was not mentioned in court records as son of Samuel, but in 1746, very soon after the settlement of the estate of Samuel, Joseph bought the part of the Cottels Ridge land that the first Samuel sold to Samuel Benson. For 20 pounds current money Samuel Benson sells to Joseph Beach land which Samuel Benson Sr. bought of the first Samuel Beach, lying next to land of Benjamin Beach, known by the name of Cottels Ridge.¹ He made a will on 27 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Kendal Beach land where I now live, & for want of issue land to be sold & the proceeds div. bet. my 3 daus. Sophia, Mary & Sarah. Grandson Abel Mears. Wife Mary & 3 daus. resid. legatees. Son & wife Exrs. Witt: John Spires, Robert Spires. Edwards also reports that he gave to son Kendall all my wheelwright tools, all my cypress tools, all my tree hoops, one grndstone, and one gun. To daughter Sophia he gave furniture, one weaving loom, one spinning linin wheel, one quill wheel and the newest chest in the house. To daughter Mary furniture and a cow; to grandson Abel Mears one case of bottles and one pair silver knee buckles. To daughter Sarah a bed with trundle bed, one oval table, one chest, one looking glass and one hand mill..^2,1 Joseph died before 26 May 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Mary was born circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1744,her married name was Beach.¹ She married Joseph Beach, son of Samuel Beach II and Sarah (-----), circa 1744.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 27 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of Joseph Beach..¹

     Sophia was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. Sophia was named in her father's will on 27 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sophia in the will of Joseph Beach..¹

     Sarah was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named in her father's will on 27 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah in the will of Joseph Beach..¹

     Robert was born circa 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert was named in his father's will on 17 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Permelia 'Milly' Taylor Taylor? circa 1805. Their son Thorogood Mears' tombstone shows him as the son of Robert and Permelia Mears..² He married Nancy Watson (Watson?) on 26 May 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Floyd was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Mears of John, widower, and Nancy Underhill, widow of James..³

     Polly was born circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. Polly was named in her father's will on 9 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Polly in the will of John Mears of William..² She married Richard (of Rich) Mears, son of Richard (of Jno) Mears (Sea Side), on 31 July 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. James Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Mears and Polly Mears..³ Polly died in July 1824.⁴ Administration of Polly's estate was filed on 26 July 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Mears, of Richard, was named to settle the estate of Polly F. Mears. James J. Teackle was the security.⁴

     Leah was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Frederick Beach, son of John Beach and Amey (-----), before 17 December 1784. It was on this date that Frederick Beech was named as a son-in-law in the will of John Mears, wife Molly..¹

     Frederick was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Leah Mears, daughter of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, before 17 December 1784. It was on this date that Frederick Beech was named as a son-in-law in the will of John Mears, wife Molly..² Frederick was named in his father's will on 5 October 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Frederick Beech in the will of John Beech..¹ Frederick was named as an heir on 27 January 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Leah Mears, wife of Robert; Rachel Tignal, widow of Dennis; Mary Beach, Levin Beach, James Beach and Caty and Peggy Beach, children of Frederick Beach, are the only heirs of John Beach, dec'd, a soldier in the 9th Virginia Regiment on Continential Establishment in the Rev. War. (NOTE: Since they were not specifically named as children of John Beach, they were probably his siblings and since the children of Frederick Beach were listed, he was probably dec'd by this time.).³

     Major was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. Major was named in his grandfather's will on 2 October 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Major LeCatt in the will of James Hornsby, wife Rachel.² He married Patience Mears, daughter of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, circa 1795.³ Major was named in his uncle's will on 15 May 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Major LeCatt in the will of Zorobabel Hornsby, wife no name.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1802. She married William (of Molly) Mears, son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, on 21 December 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. John B. Walker was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears of Molly and Elizabeth Sherlock of Charlotte. They were married on 24 Dec 1824..¹ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 15 January 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Elizabeth in the will of William Mears of Molly..² She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA.³

     Charlotte was born circa 1775.

     Nancy was born circa 1775. She married Severn Mears, son of Littleton Mears and Comfort Richardson, on 1 September 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Melson was the security on the M.L.B. of Severn Mears and Nancy Waterfield..¹

     Abel was born circa 1791 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel was named in his mother's will on 14 January 1814 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Abel was named in his father's will on 22 April 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Abel Mears in the will of John Mears, who was shown as John Mears "(Neck)" at settlement. He was shown as Abel Mears Jr. at settlement..¹ Abel was named as an heir on 27 September 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he was shown as Abel Mears, son of Mary Bradford who married John Mears (K), who was a daughter of Zephania Bradford, a brother of Abel Bradford, who was a soldier in the Rev. War..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 22 April 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Elizabeth was named as an heir on 27 September 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that she was shown as Elizabeth Mears, daughter of Mary Bradford who married John Mears (K), who was a daughter of Zephania Bradford, a brother of Abel Bradford, who was a soldier in the Rev. War..²

     John was born on 11 June 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Kellam, daughter of George (486) Kellam and Ann Stockley (Stockley?), 10 May 1814 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas C. Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of John F. Mears and Elizabeth Kellam of Geo..² John was named as administrator of an estate on 30 December 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Kellam was granted to John F. Mears & Shepherd Kellam with Hutchinson Kellam, Anthony West & John S. Walker securities.³ He made a will on 20 August 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John F. Mears. My lands, houses, water grist mill & Negro man Plator & ... to my sister Catharine Ames & at her death to Joseph Jacob Stringer (son of Benjamin Stringer). Benjamin Stringer Extr. Witt: Lorenzo D. Mears, William Ashby & John W. A. Mears..⁴ John died on 20 September 1836 at age 49.¹ His body was interred at Experiment Farm, Painter, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John F. Mears, son of William & Sarah Mears, 11 Jun 1787 - 20 Sep 1836, died at age 49 years, 3 months & 9 days..¹ John's will was probated on 4 April 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Elisha W. Mears & Edward H. Ames by their attorney again appeared & opposed the will, but it was consider valid. Lorenzo D. Mears & David C. Taylor securities..⁴

     Elizabeth was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 10 May 1814,her married name was Mears.¹ She married John Fosque Mears, son of William (of Jno) Mears and Sarah Arlington, 10 May 1814 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas C. Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of John F. Mears and Elizabeth Kellam of Geo..¹

     George was born circa 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. George was named in his father's will on 4 November 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son George Kellam and 5£ 4s in the will of Solomon Kellum.¹ George was named in his brother's will on 13 March 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother George Kellam in the will of John Kellam, son of Solomon.²

     John was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bradford, daughter of Zephaniah (75) Bradford and Elizabeth (-----), on 11 March 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. John Mears of John was the security on the M.L.B. of John Mears of Richard and Elizabeth Garrison, widow of John..² John died in May 1815.³ Administration of John's estate was filed on 29 May 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Mears was named to settle the estate of John Mears. Robinson Savage & George Beach were the securities.³ John was named in his father's will on 13 December 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Mears dec'd in the will of Richard Mears, Sea Side..⁴ John estate was settled on 25 March 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears of Richard, S.S. - 26 Apr 1815 (Invy & Sale), 19 Aug 1817 (Order to Audit), 25 Mar 1822 (Rec'd) - Richard Mears, S.S. Admr. Buyers: Elizabeth Mears, Richard Mears, Jesse Mears, Hillary Mears, Richard Mears son of R., William B. Mears, James Mears of Elisha & John Mears & George Mears. Appraisers: James Edmunds, James Garrison & Levin Mears. Named in settlement: John Mears of William. Auditors: William P. Moore & James J. Teackle..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 13 December 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Thomas Smith Mears in the will of Richard Mears, Sea Side..¹

     Richard was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Polly Fosque Mears, daughter of John (of Wm) Mears and Mary Fosque, on 31 July 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. James Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Mears and Polly Mears..³ Richard was named in his father's will on 13 December 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard Mears in the will of Richard Mears, Sea Side..¹ Richard was named as administrator of an estate on 26 July 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Mears, of Richard, was named to settle the estate of Polly F. Mears. James J. Teackle was the security..⁴ He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Fisher, daughter of Phillip C. Fisher, on 11 March 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. William Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Mears, of Richard, and Elizabeth Lecato, widow of William..³ Richard was listed with his son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Mears Jr., a 65 year old carpenter in HH#924 headed by James H. Mears, a 31 year old sailor. Also listed was John Mears Jr., a 35 year old sailor, who was evidently his son..² Richard died in April 1852.⁵ Administration of Richard's estate was filed on 26 April 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that James H. Mears was named to settle the estate of Richard Mears. L.T. Bell, James R. Garrison & Thomas M. Davis were securities.⁵

     Elizabeth was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 14 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Spiers in the will of John Spiers.⁴ Elizabeth was named in her brother's will on 23 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Betsy Spiers in the will of James Spiers, wife Tabitha.² She married Abel Mears Sr., son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, on 15 March 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. Joseph Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Abel Mears Sr. and Elizabeth Spiers of Jno..¹

     John was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 14 November 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. At probate of the will of William Spiers, wife Comfort, John Coleburn was named guardian to John Spiers, heir at law of the testator..² John was named in his grandmother's will on 21 September 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John Spires in the will of Elizabeth Coleburn..³ John was named in his mother's will on 29 March 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Spires in the will of Comfort Peal..⁴ John was security on the administration of an estate on 28 August 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Peggy Nock was named to settle the estate of William Nock. John Spiers, Robert Coleburn & William Guy were the securities..⁵ He married Patience (-----) circa 1780.⁶ John was named as administrator of an estate on 29 September 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Spires was granted to John Spires & John Guy with John Bull & George Coleburn securities.⁷ John made a will on 14 November 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Whole estate to my wife during her widow then my land & plantation (tract A46) to my son James Spiers, he paying 40 £ to the estate. To son John Spiers. Bal. of estate to my 6 children, Sarah Spiers, Ann Beach, Catharine Spiers, Elizabeth Spiers & Leah Spiers & John Spiers. Sons James & John Spiers Exrs. Witt: Thomas Burton, Peggy Knox.^8,9 He died before 25 January 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.⁸ He estate was settled on 29 March 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. 18 Apr 1823 (Invy & Sale), 8 Oct 1823 (Order to Audit), 29 Mar 1824 (Rec'd) - John Spiers Jr. Extr. Negroes Isaac, Samuel, Annie, Harriet & Rachel. Cash paid by Zorobabel Willis, in right of his wife Anne, a legacy of Major Spiers dec'd. Appraisers: Thomas Ashby, Elijah Lilliston & Thomas Smith of Jonathan. Legacies to Sally Spiers, Ann Beach, Caty Joynes, Betsey Mears, John Spiers Jr. & Leah Chance. Auditors: Thomas Smith of Jonathan & Elijah Lilliston.¹⁰

     Patience was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Abel Mears Sr., son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, circa 1795. The 1878 Acc Co death record of Abel Mears of A. shows his parents were Abel & Patience..¹

     Tabitha was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Tabitha was named in her father's will on 5 July 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Tabitha A.B. Mears in the will of Abel Mears Sr..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Jacob Bell, son of Geodiah Bell, on 16 March 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. John T. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of Jacob Bell of Geodiah and Margaret Mears of Abel..² Margaret was named in her father's will on 5 July 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Margaret Bell in the will of Abel Mears Sr. Son Abel Mears & John West were to hold the whole of my daughter Margaret Bell's children's property in their hands until they arrive at age 21..¹

     Jacob was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Margaret Mears, daughter of Abel Mears Sr. and Patience (-----), on 16 March 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. John T. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of Jacob Bell of Geodiah and Margaret Mears of Abel..¹

     Geodiah was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Permelia was born circa 1785. She married Robert Mears, son of John (122) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Beach, circa 1805. Their son Thorogood Mears' tombstone shows him as the son of Robert and Permelia Mears..¹ Permelia died before 28 January 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Major Savage was appointed guardian to her 3 younger children (Acc Co Orders 1815-1817, p. 438)..

     George was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was named as an heir on 31 August 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that George, Edward, Thorowgood and Maria Mears were named as the only heirs at law of Milly Mears, one of the heirs of Benjamin Taylor, soldier in the Rev. War..^2,1

     Rose was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. Rose was named in her grandfather's will on 24 September 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as grandchild Rose Ann Mears and given £5 in the will of John Arlington, wife Sophiah..¹ Rose was named in her father's will on 15 June 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as child R.A.B Mears in the will of Wm. Mears of Wm, wife Elizabeth (N'hamp WB 36, p. 426).. She married Patrick B(ull) Mears, son of William (of Molly) Mears and Bridget Bull, on 28 December 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. Lorenzo D. Mears & Levin Core were the securities on the M.L.B. of Patrick Mears and Rosey B. Mears. Another record from this source shows they were married 25 Mar 1835..² Rose died before 28 September 1840.³

     James was born circa 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 15 January 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     George was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. William Mears' six youngest children were underage when he died in 1837 (Acc Co Orphans Accts, 1836-1841, pp. 177, 178, 179 & 279).. George was named in his father's will on 15 January 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son George W. Mears in the will of William Mears of Molly..¹

     Susannah was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Susannah was named in her father's will on 20 March 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Susannah Garrison in the will of George Garrison, wife Rachel.² She married John (of Elisha) Mears, son of Elisha Mears Sr., circa 1795. Susannah was named in her mother's will on 1 November 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Susannah Mears in the will of Rachel Garrison, sons Abel & George Extrs.³ Susannah was named in her husband's will on 18 July 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Susa Mears in the will of John Mears of Elisha..⁴ She made a will on 15 November 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susey Mears. To son John S. Mears my Negro boy Levin & ... To daughter Sukey Mears ... All my Negroes not given are to be sold & the money to my son John S. Mears & daughter Sukey Mears & remainder to them. Brother Abel Garrison Extr. Witt: Phillip Virdier & Thomas Tunnell..¹ Susannah died in December 1823.¹ Susannah's will was probated on 29 December 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. Abel Garrison relinquished to John S. Mears who became the Admr. with Abel Garrison & William Floyd securities..¹ Susannah estate was settled on 30 January 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susannah Mears. 8 Jan 1824 (Invy), (Sale), 26 Dec 1825 (Order to Audit), 27 & 30 Jan 1826 (Audit & Rec'd) - Legacies to John L. Mears & Sukey G. Mears. Negroes: boys Levin & Moses; man Exler; woman Tab & child Tom; girl Selby. John L. Mears & Sukey G. Mears made all but a few purchases. Appraisers: Thomas W. Mears, Smith Ashby & George Floyd. John L. Mears Admr. Auditors: Littleton Willis & Smith Ashby..⁵

     John was born circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 21 March 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Mears in the will of Elisha Mears Sr. and given 130 acres where I now live and 17 acres purchased of Josiah Harrison Sr. He was also named an Extr. along with cousin John Mears, son of William..¹ John was named in his sister's will on 14 March 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother John Mears in the will of Margaret Joynes. She also named a goddaughter Margaret Mears daughter of my brother John Mears..² He married Susannah 'Susey' Garrison, daughter of George Garrison and Rachel Roberts, circa 1795. He made a will on 18 July 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears of Elisha. To son Thomas William Mears 205 acres where I now live & Negro Woman Kitt & ... To son John Savage Mears 19 acres I bought of Welch & Clayton, Negro boy Daniel & ... & $200 in bonds, ½ my clothes, bond of £12.7.3 for 3 acres sold to Upshur Folio. To daughter Susa Garrison Mears Negro girl Easter, boy George & ... To wife Susa Mears Negro man Exer, woman Tabe & ... & also 1/3 of my land for her use & at her death to my 2 sons as before mentioned. To daughter Margaret Joynes Negro woman Agnes, boy James, man Moses & ... To daughter Sarah Mears Negro girl Hannah, man America & ... Remainder to wife Susa Mears, John Savage Mears, Susa Garrison Mears, Margaret Joynes & my daughter Sarah Mears. Wife to take John S. Mears & Susa G. Mears & their estates at the appraisement & to have no orphan charge against them & to have the use of things until they come of age or marries & for William James Garrison to see to it with my widow. Son-in-law William Joynes & son Thomas William Mears Extrs. Witt: John F. Mears, James Kellam & Stewart Kellam..³ John died in December 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John's will was probated on 28 December 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel Coard & Americus Scarburgh securities..³

     John was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. Anthony West was appointed guardian to John Meers, infant heir at law to the testator. (Note: This implied John was the oldest son and was under age 21).
.¹ He married Mary Fosque, daughter of John Fosque, circa 1760. He made a will on 9 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears, son of William. To son William plantation where I now live. To son Richard my part of the sloop. To daughter Polly Mears. Daughter Elizabeth Mears. Daughter Peggy Mears. Daughter Elishe Mears. Wife Mary Mears negro for life, reversion to my son William. All my children, William, Richard, Polly, Elizabeth, Peggy & Elishe Mears residual legatees. Sons William & Richard & brother Elisha Mears Exrs. Not witnessed..² This branch of the Mears family continued to live on the land near Occahannock Creek which was bought by the first Bartholomew Mears in 1679. The Vestry Book of St. George Parish for the year 1786 carries the entry "To John Mears son of William for repairs of church."³ John died in June 1788.² John's will was probated on 24 June 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. Proved by Edward Ker, Thomas Jacobs, Benjamin Darby & Argil Kellam.
.² John estate was settled on 25 June 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. 12 & 16 Sep 1788 (Invy & Sale), 29 Dec 1788 (Sale), 5 Mar 1805 (Audit), 25 Jun 1805 (Rec'd) - Listed: Negro woman Beak, man Peter, boy App, girl Jenny, boy Sam, boy Moses, man George, man Ottor, boy Isaac, woman Bridget. Buyers: William Mears, William Mears son of Richard, Richard Mears, Elisha Mears & William Mears son of John. Paid Elizabeth Mears & note to Daniel Mears. Auditors: Americus Scarburgh & Severn Kellam..⁴

     Elisha was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA. Elisha was named in his father's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He made a will on 21 March 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elisha Mears Sr. Son Solomon Mears. Daughter Margaret Mears. To son John Mears 130 acres where I now live & 17 acres purchased of Josiah Harrison, Sr. Children John, Margaret & Solomon residual legatees. Cousin John Mears, son of William & my son John Mears Exrs. Witt: Major Bayly, Edmond Heath.
.² Elisha died in June 1772.² Elisha's will was probated on 1 July 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     William was born circa 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary Stringer circa 1735. William was named in his father's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ This William Mears lived on the plantation near Occahannock Creek which he had inherited.² He made a will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Meers. To son John Plantation where I now live with all the improvements and appurtenances and my large gun. To son William land at the head of Nandua Creek being 100 acres, my small gun and a pair of pistols and hlosters. To daughter Mary Meers two young cattle and two sheep. To son Richard Meers. To son Elisha Meers. To wife Mary Meers balance of estate for life & then to be divided between all my children, John, William, Mary, Richard & Elisha Meers. Wife Mary, son John & friend & brother-in-law Thomas Stringer Exrs. Witt: John Kennahorn, Jacob Bird, William Tray..³ William died in February 1755.³ William's will was probated on 25 February 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. Anthony West was appointed guardian to John Meers, infant heir at law to the testator.
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     Mary was born circa 1715. She married William Mears, son of William Mears and Mary (-----), circa 1735. Mary was named in her husband's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of William Meers..¹ She married (-----) Darby in 1755. Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 29 May 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Darby was named to settle the estate of William Meers. Charles Bagwell & William Groten Jr. were the securities..²

     Elisha was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. Elisha was named in his father's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Comfort (303) West, daughter of Richard (94) West and Ann 'Nancy' Milby, circa 1770. Elisha bought land in 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1774 William's son Elisha Mears bought 160 acres of land east fo the north fork of Beaver Dam Branch, adjoining the property patented in 1662 by his great-grandfather, the first Bartholomew Mears. It was this land which was later to come into the possession of John B. Mears through his marriage to Sarah Jane Mears..² On 29 Sep 1779 in Acc Co it was recommended that Americus Scarburgh be appointed Capt. to the company formerly LeCatte's; Caleb Aimes be appointed Lieut. & Elisha Mears be appointed ensign.³ Elisha was named in his brother's will on 9 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Elisha Mears and named on of the Extrs. in the will of John Mears, son of William..⁴ Elisha was named as the executor of a will on 18 January 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elisha Mears one of the extrs in the will of Richard West, who also named a daughter Comfort Mears in his will..⁵ He made a will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Elisha Mears plantation where I now live containing 161 acres. To son William Mears all the land I bought that belonged to Phillip Tignal, containing 74 acres. To sons James & Luther all the land I bought of Taylor & Ricketts Tatham, with both the mills & all the lands belonging to them. To wife Comfort Mears. William Mears, Mary Fosque Mears, James Mears, Luther & Elisha Mears, my 5 children, residual legatees. William Mears, son of John, & son Elisha Mears Exrs. Witt: John Nathaniel Harden, Dennis Tignal, Isaac Melson..⁶ Elisha died before 31 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.⁶ He estate was settled on 23 January 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Cropper Admr. Cash paid to Laban Lucas, guardian to Molly Onley for her father's, John Onley, part & to James Ashby Sr., guardian to John Onley orphan, for his share of his father's estate. To Laban Lucas, guardian to Nancy Onley, for her share of her father John Onley personal estate. To Isaac Melson balance of his wife's share of her husband William Richardson's estate. To Thomas Martin & Peggy his wife for her share of her father William Richardson's estate. To William Richardson, son of William, to John Richardson, his guardian, his share. To Levin Rodgers his share of Richard West's estate in right of his wife Rachel. To Nancy Kellam & Peggy Kellam, orphan of Sevy. (Note: These are only the ones that show relationships, there are many others named in this audit.) Auditors: John Wise, William Gibb & Thomas Custis.⁷

     Comfort was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Elisha Mears (wife Comfort), son of William Mears and Mary Stringer, circa 1770. Comfort was named in her father's will on 18 January 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Comfort Mears in the will of Richard West. He also named a son-in-law as one of his extrs..³ Comfort was named in her husband's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Comfort in the will of Elisha Mears..⁴ Comfort died in December 1804.⁵ Administration of Comfort's estate was filed on 31 December 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Mears of Elisha was named to settle the estate of Comfort Mears. Robert Walker & William Addison were securities.⁵ Comfort estate was settled on 24 February 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. 19 Feb 1806 (Audit), 24 Feb 1806 (Rec'd) - William Mears Admr. Cash paid Kendall Mears. Auditors: Custis Willis & David Ashby..⁶

     Mary was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John (of Wm) Mears, son of William Mears and Mary Stringer, circa 1760. Mary was named in her husband's will on 9 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary Mears in the will of John Mears, son of William..²

     Solomon was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Solomon was named in his father's will on 21 March 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Solomon Mears in the will of Elisha Mears Sr..¹ Solomon was named in his sister's will on 14 March 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Solomon Mears in the will of Margaret Joynes. He was to have her whole estate until her son William Joynes comes to age 21, to bring him up, give him schooling & pay my debts..²

     Margaret was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Margaret was named in her father's will on 21 March 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Margaret Mears in the will of Elisha Mears Sr..¹ She married William Joynes on 2 December 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. John Powell was the security on the M.L.B. of William Joynes and Margaret Mears..² Margaret was named in her husband's will on 30 January 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Margaret in the will of William Joynes and given the 4 slaves which were hers before our marriage, also the use of the plantation where I now live during her widow..³ She made a will on 14 March 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. To goddaughter Margaret Mears, daughter of my brother John Mears. Brother Solomon Mears to have whole estate until my son William Joynes comes to 21 years of age to bring him up, give him schooling & pay my debts. Whole estate to son William Joynes, & for want of heirs to my brother Solomon Mears. To 2 goddaughters "Margaret Mears, Daughter of my Brother John and John Mears, son of William, his Daughter." (NOTE: The second goddaughter Margaret would have been the daughter of John, son of William, who was a brother to Elisha, the father of this Margaret Mears who had married a Joynes.) Solomon Mears Exr. Witt: John Mears, son of Elisha, Sally Mears..⁴ Margaret died in January 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Margaret's will was probated on 25 January 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     Richard was born circa 1714 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Tabitha Darby, daughter of Churchill Darby II, circa 1740.² Richard was named in his father's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He made a will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Richard 150 acres where I now live & for want of heirs to my son Daniel. To son William Mears 209 1/2 acres purchased of Joseph & Abel Kellam, & for want of heirs to my son Levi Mears. Sons Daniel & Levi to have each 2 years schooling out of my estate. Daugjter Tabitha Ames. To daughter Mary Mears, provided she never marry West Kellam, if she marry him to have no part of my estate, not one farthing. To daugther Elizabeth Mears. Wife Tabitha Mears to take care of my 4 boys, Richard, William, Daniel & Levi. Balance of estate to be divided between my wife & all my children except Mary if she marry West Kellam. Wife, Thomas Aimes, Jr. & John Meers, son of Elisha, Exrs. Witt: William Ward, John Meers..³ Richard died in October 1772.⁴ Richard's will was probated on 27 October 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. Luke Luker guardian of Richard Mears, heir at law to the testator.
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     Bartholomew was born circa 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Easter (-----) circa 1738.² Bartholomew was named in his father's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He made a will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. To grandson John Meers 45 acres & my great house. To wife Easter Meers my kitchen & 3 acres, also 42 acres more adjcent the above gift, 1/3 of moveable estate & all the things she brought with her, negroes for life, reversion to my grandson John Meers. To son Elijah Meers the remaining part of my land for life, reversion to his son John Meers, & for want of heirs to Bartholomew Meers, son of Elijah. To granddaughter Catharine Kellum, & for want of issue to be divided between all the children of Elijah Meers. Southy Meers, Elijah Meers & John Meers, my grandson, to take care of Catharine Kellam & his estate until she comes to age or marries. To William Meers the son of Kendal Meers, my grandson 10 £ & if he dies before he comes to age to my grandson John Meers, Elijah Meers' children residual legatees. Grandson John Meers, wife Easter Meers & John Meers, son of Elisha Meers, Exrs. Witt: John Meers, son of William, Mary Meers, Reubin Kellam.
.² Bartholomew died in January 1778.² Bartholomew's will was probated on 27 January 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Elijah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah was named in his grandfather's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Elijah Meers, the son of my son Bartholomew Meers in the will of William Meers..² Elijah was named in his father's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Elijah Meers in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1713 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Thomas Stringer, son of Thomas Stringer and Frances Custis, circa 1740.^1,2 Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 16 June 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Stringer in the will of William Meers..¹ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 12 April 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Elizabeth in the will of Thomas Stringer..³

     Thomas was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Mears, daughter of William Mears and Mary (-----), circa 1740.^2,3 He made a will on 12 April 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. Mill & 1 acres to be sold, also the 7 acres adjcent the said mill formerly bought of Mr. Abel Upshur, & after payment of debts residue to be divided between my wife Elizabeth & daughters Elizabeth Ames, Mary Read & Elishe Stringer. To son John Stringer plantation where I live being 167 acres. Wife & brother in law William Savage Exrs. Witt: John Ambler, William Shea, Obedience Johnson..⁴ Thomas died in November 1764.⁴ Thomas's will was probated on 27 November 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. John Stringer was named heir at law to the testator..⁴

     Tabitha was born circa 1715. She married Richard (of Wm) Mears, son of William Mears and Mary (-----), circa 1740.² Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Tabitha Mears in the will of Richard Mears..³ She made a will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Tabitha Meers, widow of Richard Meers, dec'd. Son Richard Meers. Son William Meers. Son Daniel Meers. Son Levi Meers one trunk that I had from Churchel Darby. To Mary Mears. Richard, Daniel & Levi Mears resid. legatees. John Mears Exr. Witt: West Kellam, Dorothy Ames.
.² Tabitha died in April 1773.² Tabitha's will was probated on 27 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Richard was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as under age in 1772..² Richard was named in his father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.² Richard was named in his mother's will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Richard was named as administrator of an estate on 29 January 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Mears was named to settle the estate of William Mears, son of Richard Mears. William Mears, Solomon Read & John Arlington were the securities..⁴

     William was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as under age in 1772..² William was named in his father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.² William was named in his mother's will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.³ On 16 Sep 1788 in Acc Co, William Mears son of Richard made purchases at the estate sale of John Mears of William.⁴ William was named as administrator of an estate on 28 January 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Mears, son of Richard, was named to settle the estate of Levi Mears. John Rodgers & Thomas Aimes were the securities..⁵ William died in January 1796.⁶ Administration of William's estate was filed on 29 January 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Mears was named to settle the estate of William Mears, son of Richard Mears. William Mears, Solomon Read & John Arlington were the securities.⁶ William estate was settled on 30 September 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Mears of John. (NOTE: However, based on the order to inventory in 1796 and Richard Mears being named Extr, this has to be William Mears of Richard.) - 1796 (Order to Invy), 23 Jan 1800 (Invy), 3 Mar 1806 (Sale), 22 Sep 1806 (Audit), 30 Sep 1806 (Rec'd) - Richard Mears Extr. & Admr. Negroes appraised with the estate in 1800: Kezia & child Dick, man Plater, boy Nat, boy Isaac & woman Nelly. Buyers: Elisha Mears & Richard Mears purchased many items, John Mears Sr. & Catey Mears. Balance of a legacy to Peggy Ames for balance of her father's estate. Negroes appraised in 1796: Seymour, Tobe, Isaac, George, Gade, Jude, Jean. Buyers at sale in 1806: John Mears, Richard Mears, William Mears, John Mears of Elisha & Margaret Mears. Auditors: Americus Scarburgh & Severn Kellam..⁷

     Daniel was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as under age in 1772..² Daniel was named in his father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.² Daniel was named in his mother's will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.³ On 5 Mar 1805 in Acc Co the audit of the estate of John Mears of William showed a payment was made to Elizabeth Mears & a note was given to Daniel Mears.⁴

     Levi was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as under age in 1772..² Levi was named in his father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.² Levi was named in his mother's will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Levi died in January 1793.⁴ Administration of Levi's estate was filed on 28 January 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Mears, son of Richard, was named to settle the estate of Levi Mears. John Rodgers & Thomas Aimes were the securities.⁴

     Mary was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Mears in the will of Richard Mears, wife Tabitha, and if she married West Kellam she was to have no part of my estate, not one farthing..² Mary was named in her mother's will on 25 February 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Mears in the will of Tabitha Meers, widow of Richard Meers, dec'd..³

     Easter was born circa 1720. She married Bartholomew Mears, son of William Mears and Mary (-----), circa 1738.¹ Easter was named in her husband's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Easter Meers and given my kitchen and 3 acres, also 42 acres more adjacent above the gift and 1/3 of moveable estate and all things she brought with her, negroes for life in the will of Bartholomew Meers..¹

     John was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his grandfather's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson John Meers, son of my son Elijah Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     Bartholomew was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. Bartholomew was named in his grandfather's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Bartholomew Meers, son of my son Elijah Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     Kendall was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. Kendall was named in his father's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall Meers, the father of my grandson William Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     William was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his grandfather's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson William Meers, the son of Kendal Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹ William died in 1824. Administration of William's estate was filed on 8 November 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that he was shown as William Mears (of Kendall) when the administrator was shown as Isaac D. Robins. Bond $100. Appraisers: Edmund W. P. Downing, John Robins, Samuel Kellam and William Henderson. No administration records found (N'hamp OB 37, p. 163).

     Southy was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy was named in his grandfather's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Meers, who was apparently a son of son Elijah Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     Elijah was born circa 1769 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elijah was named in his grandfather's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Meers, who was apparently a son of son Elijah Meers, in the will of Bartholomew Meers, wife Easter..¹

     (d/o_Bartholomew) was born circa 1741 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1763,her married name was Kellam. She married Abel or Caleb or Laban (180) Kellam, son of West (47) Kellam and Elizabeth Watson (Watson?), circa 1763.

     Reuben was born circa 1755. Reuben witnessed a will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Reubin Kellam, among others, witnessed the will of Bartholomew Mears, wife Easter. Bartholomew named a granddaughter Catharine Kellam in his will..¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1795.

     Southy was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy was named in his father's will on 7 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Meers in the will of Bartholomew Meers and along with Elijah Meers & grandson John Meers, they were to take care of granddaughter Catharine Kellam..¹ Southy served in the Revolutionary War in in 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Southy Mears, a seaman in the Navy. On 28 May 1832 it was recorded that Edward A. Joynes and Sally Ames, wife of Samuel W. Ames, are the only heirs at law of Southy Mears who served in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War..^2,3 He was named in an orphan's account on 25 August 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Southy Mears filed an orphan account for Catharine Kellum, Orphan. It included board for Christmas and there was a note showing she has and estate the profits of which amount yearly to a considerable sum but as it is not present in my hands I have not given credit for it. (NOTE: Southy Mears was the brother of her dec'd mother.).⁴ He made a will on 11 November 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Armstrit Mears land I bought of John Bayly & land I bought of Richard Mears in the swamp for timber, land where I now live & grist mill to son Armistrit "this land and Mill that came by his mother." Remainder of land bought of Richard Mears to my son Asa Mears. Daughter Mary Mears. Daughter Deborah Mears. Children Armstrit, Mary, Deborah & Asa Mears residual legatees. Son Armstrit Exr. Witt: Richard Mears, Sarah Mears, Frances Bull.
.⁵ Southy died in January 1791.⁵ Southy's will was probated on 25 January 1791 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Asa was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. Asa was named in his father's will on 11 November 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Asa died before 15 August 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my deceased brother Asa Mears in the will of Armstead Mears..²

     Mary was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 11 November 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Mears in the will of Southy Mears..¹ She married William Joynes circa 1792.

     Deborah was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.² Deborah was named in her father's will on 11 November 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Deborah Mears in the will of Southy Mears..¹ Deborah died before 1795.³

     Mary was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     William was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William died in May 1759.² Administration of William's estate was filed on 29 May 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Darby was named to settle the estate of William Meers. Charles Bagwell & William Groten Jr. were the securities.²

     Richard was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard was named in his father's will on 10 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Andrew was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. On 24 Feb 1773 George Meers was named to settle the estate of Mark Meers. Jonathan Meers & Andrew Meers were the securities.¹

     Elisha was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ann Arlington 'Nancy' Mears, daughter of William (of Jno) Mears and Sarah Arlington, circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elisha was named in his father's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elisha died in January 1802.³ Administration of Elisha's estate was filed on 26 January 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that David Bowman was named to settle the estate of Elisha Mears. John Melba & Richard Mears were securities.³ Elisha estate was settled on 28 July 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. 11 Jul 1806 (Audit), 28 Jul 1806 (Rec'd) - David Bowman Admr. Paid to Hillary Mears on account. To Richard Mears on interest calculated to 9 Feb 1805. Negro George sold to Edmund Broughton..⁴

     William was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his father's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named as administrator of an estate on 31 December 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Mears of Elisha was named to settle the estate of Comfort Mears. Robert Walker & William Addison were securities..² He married Elizabeth Ashby, daughter of John Ashby and Rachel Beach, on 15 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. David Ashby was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears of Elisha and Elizabeth Ashby..³ William was named as the executor of a will on 4 May 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Mears of Elisha and named Extr. in the will of Susannah Ashby. (NOTE: She was evidently his wife's aunt.).⁴ William died in December 1834.⁵ Administration of William's estate was filed on 29 December 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Levin James was named to settle the estate of William Mears. Thomas James & Edmund Mason were the securities.⁵

     James was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Rosey Turlington on 25 February 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. William Mears was the security on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Rosey Turlington..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Mears of ICA? (probably Elisha), a head of household, age 26-45 (b.c. 1775-1795). Listed with him were 1 male, age 0-10 and 1 female, age 16-26..³ He married Nancy Hyslop, daughter of Levin Hyslop and Susanna 'Susey' Savage, on 1 September 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. John Davis was the security on the M.L.B. of James Mears of Elisha and Nancy Hyslop of Levin..² James died in November 1838.⁴ Administration of James's estate was filed on 26 November 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Shadrack T. Ames was named to settle the estate of James Mears of E. John D. Mapp & Levin S. Ames were securities.⁴

     Luther was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. Luther was named in his father's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Luther witnessed a will on 4 May 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Luther Mears & Mary F. Mears witnessed the will of Susannah Ashby..² He married Sally Ames, daughter of Elijah Ames, on 7 May 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. John Snead was the security on the M.L.B. of Luther Mears and Sally Ames..³ Luther was named as administrator of an estate on 30 May 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Luther W. Mears was named administrator of the estate of Major Ames, dec'd..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 10 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Fosque Mears in the will of Elisha Mears..¹

     Robert was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Leah (-----) circa 1790.² Robert was named in his father's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Robert died in January 1797.³ Administration of Robert's estate was filed on 30 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Bartholomew Mears & Jonathan Mears were named to settle the estate of Robert Mears. Richard Sparrow was the security.³

     Jonathan was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Ada (-----) circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Mears had a wife Ada in 1800..² Jonathan was named in his father's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Jonathan was named as administrator of an estate on 30 January 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Bartholomew Mears & Jonathan Mears were named to settle the estate of Robert Mears, who was evidently their brother. Richard Sparrow was the security..³ He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) circa 1805. An unnamed widow made purchases at the estate sale of Jonathan Mears, who owned marsh in Guilford Neck. Molly Mears, widow of Jonathan Mears married Gilbert M. Leatherberry in 1811..^4,5 He made a will on 1 December 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Fitchett, Rev. Richard Bloxom, William Thornton & Major Bloxom appraisers. The plantation whereon I now live containing 301 acres & 250 acres & marsh in Guilford Neck, being the land I purchased of Thomas R. Joynes, Thomas Ames & John Fitchett to my son Thomas A. Mears & if he dies without legal heirs or before arriving to age 21, then to my brother Bartholomew Mears. I leave 75 acres on Assateague Island to be sold & the 25 acres in Michells Neck to be sold & the moneys to son Thomas Mears as he shall need it. To Thomas Mears ... to be reserved until be arrives at lawful age, including a chest that belonged to his dec'd brother Tully & all my slaves. I leave my brother the liberty of selling them or hiring them out. Residue to my son Thomas Mears. To my nephew Isaac Mears $25. My brother Bartholomew Mears to act as guardian to son Thomas. Brother Bartholomew Mears Extr. Witt: Southey Northam, Jonathan Fitchett, William Fitchett, Comfort Mears & Thomas Killman Sr..⁶ Jonathan died in January 1811.⁶ Jonathan's will was probated on 28 January 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. John Cole Jr., Levin Bloxom & William Nock Jr. securities..⁶ Jonathan estate was settled on 30 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. 2 Feb 1811 (Invy), 6 Feb 1811 (Sale), 27 Apr 1812 (Audit), 30 Mar 1812 (Rec'd) - Appraisers: Jonathan Fitchett, Richard Bloxom & William Thornton. Black man Aaron, Simon, black woman & child Jolirah, child Mthew, Leuar, boy Robert. Buyers: Widow, Bartholomew Mears, John Mears, Isaac Mears, Shadrack Mears, Negro Simon & Thomas Mears orphan. An account was due from Esther Mears to the estate of Jonathan Mears ... By the sale of Island land, sold subject to the widow's dower to Dr. Thompson Holmes. Legacy to Thomas Mears £16. Auditors: Richard D. Bayly & Southey Northam..⁷

     Micajah was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Mary 'Polly' Massey Massey?, daughter of Stephen Massey and Ann 'Nanney' Broadwater, circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.² Micajah was named in his father's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Mecajah Mears in the will of Jonathan Mears..¹ Micajah died in June 1798.² Administration of Micajah's estate was filed on 25 June 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Mears was named to settle the estate of Micajah Mears. William Downing & Hezekiah Waggoman were the securities.² Micajah estate was settled on 28 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. 27 Sep 1803 (Order to Audit), 28 Jan 1806 (Rec'd) - Auditors: John Bowles & James Gillett..³

     Leah was born circa 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. Leah was named in her uncle's will on 6 May 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Leah Meers, daughter of Jonathan Meers, in the will of Robert Meers, brother of Jonathan..² She married John Collins circa 1790.^1,3 Leah was named in her father's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Leah Collins in the will of Jonathan Mears..¹

     John was born circa 1765. He married Leah Mears, daughter of Jonathan Mears (Guilford), circa 1790.^1,2

     Rhoda was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She married James Whealton circa 1785.^1,2 Rhoda died before 28 February 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. The inventory of James Whealton dec'd remained on hand at the death of his widow and William Hargis was paid for Rhoda Whealton's coffin..²

     James was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Rhoda Mears, daughter of Jonathan Mears (Guilford), circa 1785.^1,2 James died in April 1809.³ Administration of James's estate was filed on 25 April 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Arthur Whealton was named to settle the estate of James Whealton. William Watts & John Nock were securities.³ James estate was settled on 28 February 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. 5 Jan 1809 (Invy), 30 Oct 1809 (Order to Audit), 1 Jan 1818 (Audit), 28 Feb 1820 (Rec'd) - Arthur Whealton Admr. An Inventory of the balance of the estate of James Whealton dec'd, which remained on hand at the death of his widow. In inventory: Negro man Shadrack. Legacy to Joice Whealton. Appraisers: Nathaniel Benson, James Melson & William Hargis. Named in settlement: Scarburgh Whealton, to William Hargis for Rhoda Whealton's coffin, Nancy Whealton. Auditors: James Melvin & Nathaniel Benson..²

     Robert was born circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. Robert was named in his grandfather's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Robert Wheelton in the will of Jonathan Mears. He also named a granddaughter Joice Wheelton..¹

     Joice was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. Joice was named in her grandfather's will on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Joice Wheelton in the will of Jonathan Mears. He also named a grandson Robert Wheelton..¹ Joice was named as an heir on 28 February 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. A lagacy was left to Joice Whealton in the estate settlement of James Whealton..²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 22 April 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Mears in the will of Richard Mears, wife Tabitha..¹ On 5 Mar 1805 in Acc Co the audit of the estate of John Mears of William showed a payment was made to Elizabeth Mears & a note was given to Daniel Mears.²

     Rachel was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel was named in her uncle's will on 6 May 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Meers, daughter of Jonathan Meers, in the will of Robert Meers, brother of Jonathan..¹

     Betsy was born circa 1750. She married William (of Jno) Mears, son of John (of Wm) Mears and Mary Fosque, circa 1795.¹ Betsy was named in her husband's will on 22 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Betsy Mears in the will of William Mears, of John..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 22 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas Fosque Mears in the will of William Mears, of John..¹

     William was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Sarah Arlington, daughter of John Arlington and Tabitha (-----), circa 1779.² William was named in his father's will on 9 December 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William Mears of John lived southwest of the ridge section of the county on land at the head of Occahannock Creek which had been inherited from his father. He was one of the carried in Accomack County records as Overseers of the Poor, where he was listed as "William Mears, Gentlemen.³ He married Betsy (-----) circa 1795.⁴ William was named in his sister's will on 14 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother William Mears in the will of Letisha Mears. She also named a brother Richard Mears..⁵ He made a will on 22 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Mears, of John. To wife Betsy Mears. To son Thomas/John Fosque Mears all my lands & my mill & water grist mill, Mare called "the flower of Dust". To daughter Catherine Mears 200 weight of pork, one chest, one spinning wheel, one cow and calf. Ann Arlington Mears & Catherine Mears residual legatees. Wife & brother Richard Mears Exrs. Witt: Nathaniel Fosque, Ezekiel Ashby, Richard Rodgers. (NOTE: Lucy Ames Edwards explains that son Thomas Fosque Mears was actually John Fosque Mears.).^4,3 William died in January 1800.⁴ William's will was probated on 27 January 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴