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     Edward was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Sally was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Joyce was born circa 1725. She married Jonathan Mears (Guilford), son of Bartholomew Mears (III) and Rachel Kellam, circa 1750. It is not known if she was the mother of any of Jonathan's children..¹

     Mary was born on 26 August 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Bloxom, age 10/12 in HH#497 headed by John J. Bloxom, a 26 year old farmer..² Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Bloxom, age 11 in HH#668 headed by John Bloxom, a 37 year old carpenter..³ Mary was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Bloxom, age 20 in HH#MT180 headed by John Bloxom, a 46 year old farmer..⁶ She married Franklin P. Mears, son of David Mears and Mary Ann S. Hinman, on 25 August 1875 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin P. Mears, a 25 year old farmer, the son of David & Mary Mears, and she was shown as Mary A.T. Bloxom, age 25, the daughter of John J. & Mary Bloxom. They were married by D.A. Woodson..¹ Mary died on 18 September 1914 at age 65.⁵ Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary A. Mears, wife of Frank P. Mears, 26 Aug 1849 - 18 Sep 1914, age 65 years..⁵

     John was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Broadwater before 1850.¹ She was shown as Eliz. Brodwater of Phildephia.¹

     (-----) was born circa 1825. He married Elizabeth Mears, daughter of Henry Mears and Sarah Ann Taylor, before 1850.¹

     Her body was interred at Mears Plot, Nelsonia, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ida A. Mears, daughter of Thomas Henry & Virginia Mears, no dates on tombstone..² Ida was born in 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. Ida died on 12 September 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ida Mears, who died of unknown causes at the age of 4 years. She was the daughter of Thos. & Triphany Mears. Her father gave the information..

     Mary was born circa 1863 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Littleton was born in 1867 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Julia E. Nock, daughter of George T. Nock and Urbanna (-----), on 25 December 1895 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton W. Mears, a 28 year old farmer the son of Thos. H. Mears Sr. & his wife Triphemia A. and she was shown as Julia E. Nock, age 19, the daughter of George T. & Urbanna Nock. They were married by J.L. King..³ Littleton died in 1944.² His body was interred at Greenbackville Cem, Acc Co, VA.²

     Orris was born circa 1878 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Caroline was born circa 1882 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Robert was born on 7 July 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.² Robert died on 3 October 1922 at age 51.² His body was interred at Bloxom Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Robert Lee Mears, 7 Jul 1871 - 3 Oct 1922..²

     Jonathan was born on 24 December 1875 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan died on 24 November 1905 at age 29. His body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Jonathan W. Mears, 24 Dec 1875 - 24 Nov 1905..

     Sarah was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. Sarah was named as an heir on 30 January 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Sarah A. Mears (guardian Edward S. Grant) was named as a living child of Elizabeth H. Drummond dec'd, who married Thomas Mears. She was the daughter of John P. Drummond, late a resident of this county who is reputed to be a prosecutor of Rev. land claims, who died intestate in 1840..¹ Sarah was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Wiseville PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sallie A. Mears, age 9 in HH#57 headed by Edward S. Grant, a 37 year old Methodist Minister..³ She married Sebastian Henderson, son of Joseph Henderson and Maria Massey, on 2 July 1873 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Sebastian Henderson, a 39 year old single oysterman, the son of Joseph & Mary Henderson and she was shown as Sally Mears, age 21, the daughter of Thos. & Eliz'th Mears. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..²

     Leah was born circa 1770. She married Robert Mears, son of Jonathan Mears (Guilford), circa 1790.¹ Leah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Leah Mears (Robert) a head of household, age 26-45. Listed with her were 1 male, age 0-10; 1 male, age 16-26; 1 female, age 0-10 and 2 slaves..¹

     Coventon was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Coventon & Esther Mears where underage orphans of Robert Mears in 1805 and Jonathan Mears was their guardian.¹

     Esther was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Coventon & Esther Mears where underage orphans of Robert Mears in 1805 and Jonathan Mears was their guardian.¹ On 27 Apr 1812 in Acc Co, the audit of the estate of Jonathan Mears of Guilford showed an account was due from Esther Mears to the estate of Jonathan Mears.²

     Ada was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Jonathan (of Jon.) Mears (Guilford), son of Jonathan Mears (Guilford), circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Mears had a wife Ada in 1800..¹

     Mary was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Jonathan (of Jon.) Mears (Guilford), son of Jonathan Mears (Guilford), 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..^1,2 She married Gilbert Milby (214) Leatherbury, son of Edmund (111) Leatherbury and Peggy (-----), on 18 November 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. William Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherbury and Molly Mears, widow of Jonathan Mears..³ On 17 Apr 1812 in Acc Co, the audit of the estate of Jonathan Mears of Guilford showed the sale of Island land was sold to Dr. Thompson Holmes, subject to the widow's dower.⁴ Mary died before 17 December 1817. It was on this date that Gilbert M. Leatherbury married his 3rd wife Hennretta R. Johnson of Isaiah Sr..³

     Gilbert was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy Dunton on 15 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Wm. Seymour was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherberry and Nancy Dunton..² He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 18 November 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. William Ames was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherbury and Molly Mears, widow of Jonathan Mears..² He married Hennretta R. Johnson, daughter of Isaiah Johnson Sr., on 17 December 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. James Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherbury and Hennretta R. Johnson, of Isaiah Sr..² Gilbert died before 24 September 1821 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Nancy was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Gilbert Milby (214) Leatherbury, son of Edmund (111) Leatherbury and Peggy (-----), on 15 April 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. Wm. Seymour was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherberry and Nancy Dunton..¹

     Hennretta was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Gilbert Milby (214) Leatherbury, son of Edmund (111) Leatherbury and Peggy (-----), on 17 December 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. James Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert M. Leatherbury and Hennretta R. Johnson, of Isaiah Sr..¹

     Isaiah was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Isaiah was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaiah was named in his father's will on 6 January 1769 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Leah Mears, daughter of Bartholomew Mears (III) and Rachel Kellam, circa 1770. After Idaiah Baker's death in 1804, a Leah Baker was a head of household in the 1810 census in Accomack Parish. However, he did not name a wife in his will..^3,4,5 He made a will on 16 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. Sons Elijah & Ezekiel Baker Extrs. To son Richard Baker 50 acres where I live subject to an interest I shall hereafter devise to my son Ezekiel in the apple orchard, the 50 acres to be on the west side of my plantation adjoining Robert Davis' land & also ½ of my cider casks. To son Ezekiel all the remainder part of my lands supposed to be 50 acres & also ½ of the apple orchard for 10 years after my death. To 2 daughters Sinah & Rachael during their single lives the use of 20 feet by 15 feet in my dwelling house & one acre of land. Remainder to my 6 children Leah, Elijah, Sinah, Shadrack, William & Rachael. Witt. Robert Davis, Edmund Powell & Sarah Fox. Parker Barnes, William Justice, Richard Savage and William Bundick to appraise my estate..⁶ Isaiah died in October 1804.⁶ Isaiah's will was probated on 29 October 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Baker & Ezekiel Baker securities..⁶

     Hester was born circa 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1820,her married name was Carmine.² She married Jacob Carmine circa 1820.²

     Eulah was born circa 1888 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Percy was born circa 1895 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Melvin was born circa 1899 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Polly was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Mears, son of Meshack Mears I and Susannah 'Sukey' Northam, circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ On 13 May 1808 in Acc Co, Polly Mears purchased items at the estate sale of John Mears.² She married John Nock on 21 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Baker was the security on the M.L.B. of John Nock and Polly Mears, widow of John..³

     John was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Polly (-----) on 21 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Baker was the security on the M.L.B. of John Nock and Polly Mears, widow of John..¹

     Susanna was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Dorothy was born circa 1640 at Northampton Co, VA. She married John Sturgis (I) on 1 September 1661 at Hungars Parish, N'hamp Co, VA.⁴

     Hezekiah was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. Hezekiah was named in his father's will on 6 January 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Hezekiah Baker in the will of William Baker, wife Elizabeth..¹ He married Jamimah Hannaford on 25 May 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. William Gibb was the security on the M.L.B. of Hezekiah Baker and Jamimah Hennaford..² He made a will on 13 April 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Hezekiah Baker a piece of land for his life near the road side at the southwestward of the church ... & down the branch to the mill ... & my water grist mill. To son William the remainder of my land & also the land lent to Hezekiah & the mill after Hezekiah's death. To wife ... as long as she lives my widow & if she marries, then to son William. Residue to my wife, daughter Grace, son Stephen, daughter Betsey & the child my wife is now pregnant with. Wife & Thomas Evans Extrs. Witt: Leah Dix. Codicil: 3 May 1797 - To son Hezekiah for life the use of timber on the plantation & also part of plantation were daughter Grace lived. Part that would have gone to Grace if she had lived to my children Stephen, Betsy & Peggy the child which my wife was pregnant with when I made my will. Witt: Thomas Evans & John K. Evans..³ Hezekiah died in October 1804.³ Hezekiah's will was probated on 29 October 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. Will proved by Thomas Evans who declared that he saw Leah Dix witness the will. Thomas Evans became the only Extr. with Jemimah relinquishing, with Charles Bagwell security..³

     Jamimah was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Hezekiah Baker, son of William Baker and Elizabeth Mills, on 25 May 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. William Gibb was the security on the M.L.B. of Hezekiah Baker and Jamimah Hennaford..¹ She made a will on 23 November 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. To granddaughter Molly Baker one iron pot & to Meshack Mears two barrels & all the reminder to daughter Elizabeth Baker. Daughter Elizabeth Baker Extr. Witt: Stephen Baker, Edmund Baker & James Pettitt..² Jamimah died in December 1827.² Jamimah's will was probated on 31 December 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     Otho was born on 27 October 1893 at Accomack Co, VA.² Otho died on 13 November 1973 at age 80.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Otho Stewart Mears, 27 Oct 1893 - 13 Nov 1973..²

     William was born in 1878 at Accomack Co, VA.² He married Minnie K. Bloxom in 1899.¹ William died in 1950.² His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William S. Mears, husband of Minnie B. Mears, 1878 - 1950..²

     Minnie was born in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William S. Mears, son of Meshack Mears III and Elizabeth A. 'Betsy' West, in 1899.² Minnie died in 1968.¹ Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Minnie B. Mears, wife of William S. Mears, 1880 - 1968..¹

     Alfred was born on 26 January 1866 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Alfred was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred Mears, age 5 in HH#MT169 headed by Meshack Mears, a 47 year old farmer..¹ He married Mary E. Brimer, daughter of John H. Brimer and Martha (-----), on 18 September 1888 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Alfred S. Mears, a 23 year old farmer, the son of Meshack & Elizabeth Mears and she was shown as Mary E. Brimer, age 19, the daughter of John H. & Martha Brimer. They were married by J.W. Ward..² Alfred died on 9 October 1939 at age 73.³ His body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstones shows him as Alfred S. Mears, buried next to Mary E. Mears, 26 Jan 1866 - 9 Oct 1939..³

     Anna was born on 11 March 1867 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Anna was listed with her parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Anna Mears, age 3 in HH#MT169 headed by Meshack Mears, a 47 year old farmer..¹ She married James G. Littleton, son of Thomas Littleton and Sally White, on 23 February 1890 at Modest Town, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James G. Littleton, a 23 year old undertaker, son of Thomas & Sallie Littleton and she was shown as Anna Mears, age 22, the daughter of Meshack & Betsey Mears..² Anna died on 21 March 1945 at age 78.³ Her body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA.³

     George was born in January 1870 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was listed with his parents in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a male infant Mears, age 5 months, born in January, in HH#MT169 headed by Meshack Mears, a 47 year old farmer..¹

     Louanne was born on 14 May 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Lloyd C. Mears, son of Meshack Mears III and Elizabeth Hickman, on 29 November 1871 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lloyd Mears, a 23 year old sailor, son of Meshack & Elizabeth Mears and she was shown as Louann Littleton, age 19, the daughter of Samuel & Adaline C. Littleton. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..¹ Louanne died on 4 February 1940 at age 87.² Her body was interred at Modest Town Baptist Ch Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstones shows her as Louanne E. Mears, wife of L.C. Mears, 14 May 1852 - 4 Feb 1940..²

     Mollie was born circa 1876 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Maggie was born circa 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.

     William was born on 5 October 1877 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Daisey White Byrd circa 1900.¹ William died on 24 November 1968 at age 91.¹ His body was interred at Mears Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William Edgar Mears, buried next to Daisey W. Mears, 5 Oct 1877 - 24 Nov 1968..¹

     Daisey was born on 29 June 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married William Edgar Mears, son of James W.B. Mears and Sally E. Lang, circa 1900.¹ Daisey died on 13 September 1925 at age 45.¹ Her body was interred at Mears Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Daisey White Byrd Mears, buried next to William Edgar Mears, 29 Jun 1880 - 13 Sep 1925..¹

     Oliver was born circa 1869 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Willie was born circa 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Mary was born circa 1874 at Accomack Co, VA.

     John was born circa 1877 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Charlie was born circa 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Thomas was born circa 1884 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Isaiah was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaiah was on the list of tithables at Accomack Co, VA, for in 1787. He was shown as Isaiah Mears with 1 horse, colt or mule. He was listed between Stephen Marshall and William Mears Jr. Also visted on that same day, April 7th, was Rebeccah Thornton & Joshua Wheetton, implying this was the upper part of Acc Parish near Chincoteague..¹ Isaiah witnessed a will on 2 February 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Isaiah Mears & Levin Hickman witnessed the will of Jacob Taylor, wife Nancy. Jacob named a son William Taylor. To daughter Polly Taylor. To son Sackar Taylor. Nancy Taylor, my wife, residual legatee..² In 1800 the sheriff was to pay Betty Mears (Chin Is.) for 1 tithable.³ Isaiah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaiah Mears of Gen. Isld, a head of household, age 26-45. Listed with him were 1 male, age 10-16; 1 female, age 10-16; and 1 female, age 26-45..⁴ Isaiah died before 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. He had died by 1812 when his orphans Wm. & Geo. were bound out..⁵

     William was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1812 in Acc Co, Wm. & Geo., orphans of Isaiah Mears were bound out.¹

     George was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. In 1812 in Acc Co, Wm. & Geo., orphans of Isaiah Mears were bound out.²

     Obadiah was born circa 1775. He married Sarah Mears on 18 July 1804 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Obadiah Latchum and Sarah Miers..¹

     Thomas was born between 1765 and 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2 He married (-----) (-----) circa 1790. Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson (Kega), a head of household, aged 26-45 (b.c. 1755-1774). Listed with him was 1 male, age 0-10; 1 female, age 0-10; 1 female, age 10-16; & 1 female, age 26-45. No slaves or Free Negroes.¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson, a head of household, aged 26-45 (b.c. 1765-1784). Listed with him was 1 male, age 0-10, 1 female, age 0-10; 1 female, age 26-45; 1 female age over 45 and 1 slave.¹ He married Sarah Mears 04 May 1818 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. William Davis of Samuel dec'd was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Johnson of John and Sally Latchum, widow of Obed..³ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson, a head of household, aged over 45 (b. before 1775). Listed with him was 1 male, age 16-26; 1 female, age 16-26; and 1 female, age over 45. (NOTE: The male age 16-26 would have been his son John and the female of that age would have been his daughter Elizabeth.).¹ Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Johnson, a head of household, age 60-70 (b.c. 1760-1770). He was shown as 1 female age 50-60 (b.c. 1770-1780).² He made a will on 7 September 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sarah Johnson all my estate & at her death to my granddaughter Keziah Thomas Mears, my grandson John William Mears & my granddaughter Sarah Ann Mears. Wife Sarah Johnson Extr. & she not be bound to give security or bond. Witt: George W. Bundick, William L. Mears & James Lewis. (NOTE: They may have been step-grandchildren.).⁴ Thomas died in September 1839.⁴ Thomas's will was probated on 30 September 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. The named Extr., Sarah Johnson, being dead, George W. Bundick became the Admr. with Levi Dix & Edmund Parks securities..⁴

     John was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 29 August 1821,her married name was Mears.¹ She married William L. Mears, son of Sarah Mears, 29 Aug 1821 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Johnson & Southy Northam were the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears, orphan of Sally Johnson and Elizabeth Johnson of Thomas..¹

     George was born circa 1765.

     Elizabeth was born circa 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. She married George M. Mears on 10 December 1849 at Northampton Co, VA. John M. Savage was the security & as to the age of Elizabeth on the M.L.B. of George M. Mears, ward of Nathan F. Cobb and Miss Elizabeth Ann Savage daughter of John M. Savage. They were married on 20 Dec 1849 by P. Warren..¹ Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Mears, age 21 in HH#333 headed by John Savage, a 55 year old fisherman. Also listed was George Mears, a 30 year old laborer, who was evidently her husband..²

     Ellen was born circa 1830 at Northampton Co, VA. She married George M. Mears on 7 November 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. Rich'd T. Dunton was as to the age of George M. Mears and Miss Ellen A. Dowty. C.F. Anderson witness..¹

     George was born circa 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Adah S. Andrews, daughter of Shepherd Andrews, on 24 May 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. Arthur T. Roberts was the security & as to Geroge's age on the M.L.B. of George W. Mears and Adah Andrews, daughter of Shepherd Andrews, who gave consent. Elijah Brittingham & Wm. J. Fitchett witnesses. They were married on 25 May 1841 by G.C. Wescoat..¹ George died before 7 January 1845. It was on this date that his widow Adah S. Mears married John W. Read..¹

     Adah was born circa 1823 at Northampton Co, VA. She married George W. Mears on 24 May 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. Arthur T. Roberts was the security & as to Geroge's age on the M.L.B. of George W. Mears and Adah Andrews, daughter of Shepherd Andrews, who gave consent. Elijah Brittingham & Wm. J. Fitchett witnesses. They were married on 25 May 1841 by G.C. Wescoat..¹ She married John W. Read on 7 January 1845 at Northampton Co, VA. Walter Raleigh was the security and as to John's age on the M.L.B. of John W. Read and Adah S. Mears, widow of George Mears..¹

     Shepherd was born circa 1800.

     James was born circa 1808 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Anne Floyd, daughter of Sheperd B. Floyd, on 2 June 1834 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. L. Eyre was the security on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Anne Floyd, daughter of Shepherd B. Floyd dec'd and ward of Wm. L. Eyre. Thos. Smith Jr. as to Anne's age..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James Mears the head of HH#496, a 42 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Mears: Ann, age 30; Susan, age 18; Elizabeth, age12; William, age 10; George, age 5 and Lovey, age 4..¹

     Anne was born circa 1818 at Northampton Co, VA.² She married James Mears on 2 June 1834 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. L. Eyre was the security on the M.L.B. of James Mears and Anne Floyd, daughter of Shepherd B. Floyd dec'd and ward of Wm. L. Eyre. Thos. Smith Jr. as to Anne's age..¹ Anne was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Mears, age 30 in HH#496 headed by James Mears, a 42 year old farmer..²

     Sheperd was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Susan Freshwater on 5 September 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Stokely was the security on the M.L.B. of Shepherd B. Floyd and Susan Freshwater, his ward and he gave consent.² Sheperd was listed as a head of household in the census of 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Shepp--r Floyd a head of household. Listed with him were free white males: 2 "under 10", 1 "to 16", 2 "16 to 26", 1 "to 45"; persons females: 1 "under 10", 1 "to 26", 1 "to 45"; 3 "agriculture"; male slaves: 1 "to 45"; female slaves: 1 "to 45"; 11 total.³ Sheperd was named in his father's will on 27 December 1824 at Hog Island, Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Shepperd B. Floyd in the will of John Floyd. He was given my land on Hog Island.¹ He married Ailsie T. 'Elsy' (-----) circa 1825.⁴ Sheperd B. Floyd sold land in 1826 at Hog Island, N'hamp Co, VA. It was in this year that Shepherd B. Floyd sold 125 acres on Hog Island to Eli Dowty.⁵ He died before 9 November 1829 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Sehpard B. Floyd was granted to William L. Eyre. Bond $1,000. The widow Elsy Floyd, relinquished her right to administer the estate.⁶

     James was born circa 1805. He married Esther Carpenter, daughter of John Carpenter (Hog Island), on 17 June 1829 at Northampton Co, VA. Ely Dowty was the security on the M.L.B. of James G. Mears and Esther Carpenter, daughter of John Carpenter (Hog Island) consent. Jas. Barcroft & Jno Robins as to James G.'s age. They were married on 19 Jun 1829 by G. Wescoat..¹ James died before 16 May 1835. It was on this date that Esther Mears, widow of James Mears married William H. Fletcher..¹

     Esther was born circa 1810 at Northampton Co, VA. She married James G. Mears on 17 June 1829 at Northampton Co, VA. Ely Dowty was the security on the M.L.B. of James G. Mears and Esther Carpenter, daughter of John Carpenter (Hog Island) consent. Jas. Barcroft & Jno Robins as to James G.'s age. They were married on 19 Jun 1829 by G. Wescoat..¹ She married William H. Fletcher on 16 May 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. Samuel C. Fletcher was the security and as to Wm's age on the M.L.B. of William H. Fletcher and Esther Mears, widow of James Mears. They were married on 18 Jun 1835 by G. Wescoat..¹

     James was born circa 1825 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Caroline Bishop, daughter of William Bishop and Lurana S. Melholloms, on 6 December 1848 at Northampton Co, VA. John Mears was the security & as to ages on the M.L.B. of James W. Mears and Miss Caroline Bishop, daughter of Wm. Bishop dec'd. They were married on 7 Dec 1848 by P. Warren..² James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Mears the head of HH#397, a 25 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Mears: Caroline, age 31; Mary, age 33; Susan, age 10; Lloyd, age 10/12 and Loby, age 61 and black..¹

     Caroline was born circa 1829 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Caroline was named in her grandfather's will on 10 May 1836 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Bishop in the will of Thomas Mehollome, wife Nancy. He also named a daughter Lurana S. Bishop.² She married James W. Mears, son of (f|o_Jas,Mary,Susan) Mears, on 6 December 1848 at Northampton Co, VA. John Mears was the security & as to ages on the M.L.B. of James W. Mears and Miss Caroline Bishop, daughter of Wm. Bishop dec'd. They were married on 7 Dec 1848 by P. Warren..¹ Caroline was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Mears, age 31, in HH#397 headed by James W. Mears, a 25 year old farmer..³

     William was born circa 1800. He married Lurana S. Melholloms, daughter of Thomas Melholloms and Nancy Joynes, 16 Jan 1828 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Mehollomoes was the security on the M.L.B. of William Bishop and Larana Mehollomes, daughter of Thomas Mehollomes who also said William was of age.¹

     William was born circa 1794 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Rosey Smith, daughter of Thomas Smith Sr., on 17 April 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. Benjamin J. Dalby was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears and Rosey Nottingham, widow of Severn Nottingham. They were married on 19 Apr 1837 by W.B. Snead..² William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William Mears the head of HH#313 age 56 with real estate valued at $250. Listed with him were Rose Mears, age 42; Julius Nottingham, age 18; Harriett Nottingham, age 16; Mariah Mears, age 10; William H. Mears, age 7 and Rosana S. Mears, age 4..¹

     Rosey was born circa 1808 at Northampton Co, VA.² As of 6 May 1828,her married name was Nottingham.¹ She married Severn Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham and Mary Evans, on 6 May 1828 at Northampton Co, VA. John Ker was the security on the M.L.B. of Severn Nottingham and Rosey Smith, daughter of Thomas Smith Sr. John Jacob as to Rosey's age..¹ She married William Mears on 17 April 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. Benjamin J. Dalby was the security on the M.L.B. of William Mears and Rosey Nottingham, widow of Severn Nottingham. They were married on 19 Apr 1837 by W.B. Snead..¹ Rosey was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Rose Mears, age 42 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56..²

     Thomas was born circa 1775.

     Severn was born in 1778 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Rosey Smith, daughter of Thomas Smith Sr., on 6 May 1828 at Northampton Co, VA. John Ker was the security on the M.L.B. of Severn Nottingham and Rosey Smith, daughter of Thomas Smith Sr. John Jacob as to Rosey's age..² Severn Nottingham died on 9 October 1834.¹

     Julius was born circa 1832 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Julius was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Julius Nottingham, age 18 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56. Also listed was Rose Mears, age 42, who was evidently his mother..¹

     Harriet was born circa 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Harriet was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet Nottingham, age 16 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56. Also listed was Rose Mears, age 42, who was evidently her mother..¹

     Mariah was born circa 1840 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mariah was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Mariah Mears, age 10 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56..¹

     William was born circa 1843 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ William was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Mears, age 7 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56..¹

     Rosana was born circa 1846 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Rosana was listed with her parents in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Rosana S. Mears, age 4 in HH#313 headed by William Mears, age 56..¹

     George was born circa 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Ann Savage, daughter of John M. Savage, on 10 December 1849 at Northampton Co, VA. John M. Savage was the security & as to the age of Elizabeth on the M.L.B. of George M. Mears, ward of Nathan F. Cobb and Miss Elizabeth Ann Savage daughter of John M. Savage. They were married on 20 Dec 1849 by P. Warren..¹ George was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as George Mears, a 30 year old laborer in HH#333 headed by John Savage, a 55 year old fisherman. Listed below George was Elizabeth Mears, age 21, who was evidently his wife and the daughter of John Savage the head of household..² He married Ellen A. Doughty on 7 November 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. Rich'd T. Dunton was as to the age of George M. Mears and Miss Ellen A. Dowty. C.F. Anderson witness..¹

     John was born circa 1822 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Rosey Abdell, daughter of Shepherd Abdell and Margaret 'Peggy' Kendall, on 13 December 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. Major Dowty was the security and as to the ages on the M.L.B. of John Mears and Miss Rosey Abdell, daughter of Peggy Abdell. Jno. W.H. Parker was a witness. They were married on 17 Dec 1841 mby P. Warren Jr..² John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John Mears the head of HH#411, a 28 year old farmer. Listed with him were Rosy Mears, age 30; Thomas Mears, a 16 year old laborer; Joseph Ward, age 24; Sarah Ward, age 19; Margarett Abdell, age 71; and George Robins, age 11. Also listed were the following blacks: Levin Brickhouse, a 23 year old laborer; Bridget Brickhouse, age 50; Adah Brickhouse, age 60; and Margaret Brickhouse, age 22..¹

     Rosey was born circa 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. She married John Mears, son of (f|o_Jno & Thos) Mears, on 13 December 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. Major Dowty was the security and as to the ages on the M.L.B. of John Mears and Miss Rosey Abdell, daughter of Peggy Abdell. Jno. W.H. Parker was a witness. They were married on 17 Dec 1841 mby P. Warren Jr..¹ Rosey was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Rosy Mears, age 30 in HH#411 headed by John Mears, a 28 year old farmer..²

     Shepherd was born circa 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Margaret 'Peggy' Kendall, daughter of Margaret Kendall (widow?), on 15 October 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. John Jacob was the security on the M.L.B. of Shepherd Abdell and Margaret Kendall. They were married by J. Elliott..¹

     Margaret was born circa 1794 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Shepherd Abdell on 15 October 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. John Jacob was the security on the M.L.B. of Shepherd Abdell and Margaret Kendall. They were married by J. Elliott..² Margaret was named in her mother's will on 15 March 1823 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Abdell in the will of Margaret Bogs.³ She inherited land in 1823 at tract N53, northeast of Machipungo, Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Margaret Boggs, widow of George Boggs, left all of her land to her children William Kendall, Nancy (Kendall) Joynes and Peggy (Kendall) Abdell.¹ She sold land in 1823 at tract N53, northeast of Machipungo, Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Shephard and Margaret Abdell sold 30 acres to Charles West.⁴

     (f|o_Jno was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Thomas was born circa 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Thomas was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Mears, a 16 year old laborer in HH#411 headed by John Mears, a 28 year old farmer..¹

     (f|o_Litt.Hen.Susan) was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Susan (-----) circa 1810.

     Susan was born circa 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. She married (f|o_Litt.Hen.Susan) Mears circa 1810. Susan was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mears, age 65 in HH#438 headed by Lyttleton Mears, a 27 year old sailor..¹

     Littleton was born circa 1823 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Littleton was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Lyttleton Mears the head of HH#438, a 27 year old sailor. Listed with him were Susan Mears, age 65 and Henry Mears, age 29..¹ On 13 Dec 1852 in N'hamp Co Littleton Mears said Miss Elizabeth Jane Bell, daughter of Jesse Bell dec'd, was of age to marry James Fitchett.² He married Mary Edna Garrett on 10 October 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton Mears and she was shown as Mary Edna Garrett, ward of said Littleton. They were married on 12 Oct 1853 by H. Dalby..²

     Henry was born circa 1821 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Henry was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Mears, age 29 in HH#438 headed by Lyttleton Mears, a 27 year old sailor..¹

     (f|o_Jas,Mary,Susan) was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Mary was born circa 1817 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mary was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Mears, age 33 in HH#397 headed by James W. Mears, a 25 year old farmer..¹ She married Michael L. Savage, son of William L. Savage, on 22 December 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Michael L. Savage, son of Wm. L. Savage who gave consent and she was shown as Miss Mary M. Mears. Nath'l J. Bradford & Jos. Pearson witnesses. Francis A. Bunting as to Mary's age..²

     Susan was born circa 1840 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Susan was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Mears, age 10 in HH#397 headed by James W. Mears, a 25 year old farmer..¹

     Lloyd was born circa 1849 at Northampton Co, VA. Lloyd was listed with his parents in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Lloyd Mears, age 10/12 in HH#397 headed by James W. Mears, a 25 year old farmer..¹

     Mary was born circa 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Littleton Mears, son of (f|o_Litt.Hen.Susan) Mears and Susan (-----), on 10 October 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton Mears and she was shown as Mary Edna Garrett, ward of said Littleton. They were married on 12 Oct 1853 by H. Dalby..¹