Person Page - 592

     Euphema was born in 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.² Euphema was named in her his aunt's will on 27 February 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as cousin (meaning niece) Euphamia Arbuckle in the will of Anne Snead, daughter of Mary Burton.³ She married Col. John Purnell, son of Maj. John Purnell and Elizabeth Rackcliffe, circa 1750.² Euphema witnessed a will on 23 November 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Euphamia Arbuckle, James Arbuckle & William Arbuckle witnessed the codicil to the will of Katherine Snead..⁴ Euphema was named in her grandmother's will on 14 April 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my grandduaghter Euphine Purnell in the will of Mary Burton..⁵

     Anne was born in 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.² Anne was named in her his aunt's will on 27 February 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as cousin (meaning niece) Ann Arbuckle in the will of Anne Snead, daughter of Mary Burton.³ She married Levin Teackle, son of Maj. John Teackle and Susanna Upshur, circa 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. Their marriage has been shown as 21 Apr 1765, but she was shown as Anne Teackle in her grandmother Mary Burton's will of 14 Apr 1765..^4,5,2,6 Anne was named in her grandmother's will on 14 April 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Anne Arbuckle, now Anne Teackle, wife of Levin Teackle, in the will of Mary Burton..⁶ Anne died on 10 November 1794.²

     James was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 18 October 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James in the will of William Arbuckle, wife Katherine, and was named heir at law and Thomas Parramore was appointed his guardian at probate..² James witnessed a will on 23 November 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Euphamia Arbuckle, James Arbuckle & William Arbuckle witnessed the codicil to the will of Katherine Snead..³ He married Tabitha Scarburgh (568) Custis, daughter of Henry (239) Custis and Scarburgh (100) Parker, circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ James died before 23 February 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵

     Catherine was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. Catherine was named in her his aunt's will on 27 February 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Katharine Arbuckle, daughter of William, in the will of Anne Snead, daughter of Mary Burton.² Catherine was named in her grandmother's will on 14 April 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Catherine Arbuckle in the will of Mary Burton..³

     Mary was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. She married George Stewart circa 1760.² Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 14 April 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Mary Stewart in the will of Mary Burton..³ Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 31 August 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Stewart was granted to Mary Stewart with George Wise, Charles Snead son of John & Zorobabel Rodgers securities..⁴

     Mary was born circa 1710. She married John (71) Sparrow, son of Thomas Sparrow and Anne (16) West, on 3 September 1728 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.¹

     Thomas was born on 5 October 1731 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.¹

     Catherine was born on 30 January 1738 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.¹

     Mary was born on 5 November 1741 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.¹

     Solomon was born on 5 October 1746 at All Hallows Parish, Anne Arundel Co, MD.²

     Dinah was born circa 1725. She married Kensey (74) Sparrow, son of Thomas Sparrow and Anne (16) West, circa 1745.¹

     Jonathan was born in 1746.

     Kensey was born circa 1748.

     Thomas was born circa 1750.

     Edmund was born circa 1732 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Ann was born circa 1734 at Northampton Co, VA. As of 31 December 1757,her married name was Holt.^1,2 She married George Holt (seaman) on 31 December 1757 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2 Ann was named in her husband's will circa February 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Anne Holt in the will of George Holt, seaman.³ As of 28 October 1758,her married name was Sampson.^4,2 She married John Sampson on 28 October 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.^4,2

     James was born circa 1730. He married Ann (66) Wilkins, daughter of Thomas (17) Wilkins and Mary Shockley, on 20 January 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2

     Anthony was born on 24 August 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Anthony died on 2 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 35.¹

     Susanna was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. As of 28 July 1787,her married name was Lilliston.¹ She married Jacob Lilliston, son of John Lilliston and Mary Dunton, on 28 July 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susanna witnessed a will on 31 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Southy Satchell, Susanna Lilleston & Jacob Lillaston witnessed the will of Levin Melson..² Susanna was named in her husband's will on 2 November 1804 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Susannah in the will of Jaocb Lilliston, wife Susannah.³

     Jacob Lilliston was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Jacob was named in his grandfather's will on 14 September 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jacob, child of John Lilliston in the will of Jacob Dunton, wife Elizabeth.¹ He married Susanna (292) West, daughter of Anthony (85) West and Eleanor Revell, on 28 July 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.² Jacob witnessed a will on 31 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Southy Satchell, Susanna Lilleston & Jacob Lillaston witnessed the will of Levin Melson..³ Jacob witnessed a will on 2 April 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Cropper, Jacob Lilliston & Alexander West witnessed the will of Scarburgh West, wife Comfort).⁴ Jacob was security on the administration of an estate on 29 April 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Cropper Sr. & Jacob Lilliston were securities on the administration on the estate of Elizabeth West to Alexander West..⁵ Jacob made a will on 2 November 1804 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jacob Lilliston of St. George Parish. Wife & friend Mathias Outte Extrs. To son Isaac Lillisto 60 acres of my land on which I live to be laid off in a line to be run from the branch which divides my land on the north from the lands of James Taylo, parallel with the seaside county road which bounds it on the east across my plantation to the lane which divides it on the south from the land now in possession of Nanny Melso. To son John Lillisto the remaining part of my lands on which I live. If either son dies before age 21 & without issue, them the land to the survivor, if both die then the land goes to my daughter Eleano. To wife Susanna … To son Joh … To son Isaa ... To daughter Isabel … To daughter Eleano £15. To son Isaa £12. To daughter Isabell $100. Remainder to my 3 children John, Isaac & Eleanor. To wife her dower in my slaves & 1/3 part of my personal property. Witt: John Wis & Tully Lillisto. Prob: John Wis & Southey Cope securities.⁶ He died before 24 June 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁷

     Margaret was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Rachel was born circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Revell Twiford circa 1790.¹

     Revell was born circa 1760. He married Rachel (290) West, daughter of Anthony (85) West and Eleanor Revell, circa 1790.¹ Revell Twiford married Sally Parker on 9 February 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. George C. Revell and James Twiford were the security on the M.L.B. of Revell Twiford and Sally Parker.² He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 6 August 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. James W. Twiford and Richard D. Bayly were the security on the M.L.B. of Revell Twiford, widower, and Mary Layfield, widow..^1,2,3 Revell died before 25 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Mary 'Molly' (-----) was born circa 1750.¹ As of circa 1770,her married name was Grinnalds.¹ She married Richard Grinnalds II, son of Richard Grinnalds I and Mary (-----), circa 1770.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 1 January 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife no name in the will of Richard Grinalds, but as Mary Grinalds at probate.¹ Mary witnessed a will on 21 April 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Daniel Melson & Molly Grinalds witnessed the will of John Stevens, wife Mary.² As of 14 December 1790,her married name was Parker.³ She married John Parker Jr. on 14 December 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Parker and Molly Grinalds. Another record dated only 1790 showed them as John Parker Jr. and Mary Twiford.³ Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 29 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Parker was granted to Molly Parker with Benjamin Pruit & John Parker securities.⁴ As of 8 November 1798,her married name was Pruitt.³ She married John Pruitt, son of William Pruitt and (-----) (-----), on 8 November 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Prewit and Molly Parker..³ Mary was named in her husband's will on 3 February 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Molly in the will of John Pruitt. He also named 2 sons-in-law (meaning step-sons) Edmund Parker and George Parker.⁵ As of 29 January 1805,her married name was Melson.³ She married Daniel Melson Sr., son of Solomon Melson and Elizabeth Warner, on 29 January 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Daniel Melson Sr. and Molly Pruitt, widow of John..³ As of 10 September 1811,her married name was Layfield.³ She married Rev. George Layfield on 10 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel Waples was the security on the M.L.B. of George Layfield and Molly Melson, widow of Daniel..³ As of 6 August 1816,her married name was Twiford.^6,3,7 She married Revell Twiford on 6 August 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. James W. Twiford and Richard D. Bayly were the security on the M.L.B. of Revell Twiford, widower, and Mary Layfield, widow..^6,3,7 She married Tully Snead, son of Charles (210) Snead and (d|o_Thos) Lilliston, on 10 August 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. John D. Rew was the security on the M.L.B. of Tully Snead, widower, and Molly Twyford, widow of Revel. They were married on 13 Aug 1840..³ She made a will on 14 February 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. To John Ayres, son of Edmund B. Ayres, my house & land adjoining Edward Hickman & others. Remainder to William Laws. John C. Wise Extr. Witt: Sally Broadwater, Sarah Laws & Tabitha Beach. (NOTE: William Laws was the Rev. William Laws.).⁸ Mary died before 31 October 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. John C. Wise refused to qualify & William Laws became the Admr. with Zorobabel C. Laws & William C. White securities..⁸

     George was born circa 1750. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1780.² George made a will on 24 January 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate in Worcester County, Maryland, to be sold & John Benson to be my agent for that purpose. To grandson George Franklin Outten my house & lot in or adjacent to the town of Port Scarburgh, commonly called Onancock, where I now reside. If he shall die without issue then to grandson George Holland. Remainder to grandchildren who are the children of my 2 daughters Betsy Holland & Henrietta Outten. Friends Samuel Waples & Thomas Sturgis Extrs. & trustees to my grandchildren until they arrive to lawful age. Witt: Levin Laylor, William E. Wise & Smith R. Carmine. Codicil: To grandchild Outten all the ready money which I have at the time of my death … for her use & benefit as the other property given to her. Prob: The codicil was offered for proof by Samuel Waples who swore that at the request of the testator he procured John Wise, now dec'd, to write the codicil … Ephraim Watson & Jacob Waterfield securities.² He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 10 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. Samuel Waples was the security on the M.L.B. of George Layfield and Molly Melson, widow of Daniel..³ Rev. George Layfield died before 28 November 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.² He estate was settled on 29 March 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. 9 Dec 1814 (Invy), 10 Dec 1814 (Sale), 15 Feb 1819 (Audit), 29 Mar 1819 (Rec'd) - Samuel Waples & Thomas Sturgis Extrs. Negro James was sold under a decree of the Court. Auditors: Tully Wise, William Lee & William E. Wise. Buyers: Widow & Priss Scott a Negro. Named in settlement: John G. Joynes for legacy left Fanny Outten in George Layfield's will & cost for selling Negro woman Milly. Auditors: William P. Moore & Purnell G. Twiford. On 15 Feb 1819 Levin S. Joynes, agent for Ephraim Outten, guardian to George F. Outten, acknowledged receipt of $80.75 in full for George F. Outten's orphan part of the estate of George Layfield. Also on 15 Feb 1819 John G. Joynes, guardian to Fanny B. Outten orphan, acknowledged receipt of £16.14.7 for balance of his ward Fanny B. Outten's portion of George Layfield's estate. Also on 15 Feb 1819 William S. Watson, guardian to Julian W. Outten orphan, acknowledged receipt of £16.14.7 for balance of his ward Julian W. Outten's proportion of George Layfield's estate. Also on 15 Feb 1819 Revell Twiford acknowledged receipt of £219.15.8 it being in full for his wife's dower in the estate of George Layfield. Also on 15 Feb 1819 Noah Holland, guardian of his sons William Holland, George S. Holland, Samuel Holland & Smith H. Holland acknowledge receipt of £216.17.10 for their part of George Layfield's estate.¹

     Daniel was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. Daniel was named in his father's will on 8 December 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Daniel Melson in the will of Solomon Melson. He was left all the rest of my land containing 60 ares..¹ He married Amey Drummond on 24 December 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Fitzgerald was the security on the M.L.B. of Daniel Melson and Amey Drummond..² He married Tabitha 'Tabby' Ayres, daughter of Jacob Ayres and Ann (-----), on 2 July 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Daniel Melson & Tabitha Ayres..^3,2 He married Sophia Drummond, daughter of John Drummond (III) and Sarah (-----), on 6 August 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Evans was the security on the M.L.B. Daniel Melson and Sophia Drummond, widow of David..^4,2 He married Betsy Wise on 9 February 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Daniel Melson & Betsy Wise..² Daniel was security on the administration of an estate on 2 April 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Drummond was granted to William Drummond with Daniel Melson & Stephen Drummond securities..⁵ He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 29 January 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.² Daniel died before 26 August 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Daniel Melson was granted to Thomas R. Joynes. Richard D. Bayly & John Bull were securities..⁶ Daniel estate was settled on 30 October 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. 5 Sep 1811 (Invy & Sale), No Date (Audit), 30 Oct 1815 (Rec'd) - Thomas A. Joynes Admr. Negro girl Milly, Hannah & her child Tamer, boy Jim & girl Esther. Buyers: Mary Melson, James Melson & Smith Melson. Appraisers: William Stran, William Thornton & William Slocomb. Cash paid George H. Ewell for his wife's legacy which the dec'd received of Robert Drummond's Extr. Cash paid Henry Hall for balance due him in right of his wife Sally on an account of the estate of her father David Drummond dec'd. Auditors: John H. Bayly & John A. Bundick..⁷

     John was born circa 1770. John was named in his father's will on 18 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Prewit in the will of William Prewit, wife Abigail. He was given 4 acres on the north side fo the Church Road adjacant to the land of Thomas Bayly, Levin White & Levin Ayres..¹ He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 8 November 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Prewit and Molly Parker..² John made a will on 3 February 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. Wife Molly Pruitt & George Wright Extrs. To wife … To sister Nancy Pruitt … To sister Caty Holeston ... To wife all my land & at her death to sister Nancy Pruitt. Remainder to my wife during her life. To sister Caty Holeston … To sister Peggy Wessells my still. My tools & cider casts to Edmund Parker & George Parker. Remainder to my 3 sisters & 2 sons-in-law Caty Holeston, Peggy Wessells, Nancy Pruitt, Edmund Parker & George Parker.³ He died before 29 October 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. There being no witnesses, the will was proved by Daniel Melson, Littleton Trader & Robert Charnock who testified to the handwriting. George Bull & George Middleton securities. George Wright relinquished.³

     John Parker Jr. was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary 'Molly' (-----) on 14 December 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Parker and Molly Grinalds. Another record dated only 1790 showed them as John Parker Jr. and Mary Twiford.¹ John Parker Jr. died before 29 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Parker was granted to Molly Parker with Benjamin Pruit & John Parker securities.²

     Elizabeth was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. Elizabeth died before 25 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Ann was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John (197) West Sr., son of Argoll Yeardley (53) West and Comfort (-----), circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.

     John was born circa 1727 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 4 April 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. He was called son John West and given the plantation whereon I now live in the will of Argol Yardly West..² He married Ann (286) West, daughter of Anthony (85) West and Eleanor Revell, circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. Evidently Dorman reversed John (197) West and John (524) West. According to Whitelaw (tract A78) the John West who filed suit in 1763 and recovered the land leased by Col. John (2) West in 1689 to Mrs. Frances Cambers was a descendant of John (13) the Younger and in 1792 gave as 150 acres, calling it the Leased Land, to his son-in-law George Poulson. This would be the John West Sr. who named a son-in-law George Poulson in his undated will probated 30 Aug 1805. This John West would have to have been the son of Argoll West, not the son of Jonathan West II.^3,4,5 John served in the Revolutionary War in in 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John West, a Lieutenant in the Militia..⁶ John made a will before 30 August 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John West Sr. and his will was undated. Son-in-law George Poulson & friend Tully Wise Extrs. To daughter Elizabeth Warner £112 which her husband George Warner owes me, it being the money he received of Thomas Evans Esq. on my account. Also 1/3 of … To daughter Yearly Custis Negroes Nathan, Joan, Miriam & Rachel & 1/3 of … To daughter Ann Poulson Negro Shadrack & also 1/3 of … To daughter Yearly Custis & Ann Poulson all the land on Tobacco Island to them except daughter Elizabeth Warner to have the privilage of putting stock thereon. To each daughter Elizabeth, Yearly & Ann all the property in their possession. Negroes Pleasant & Candice shall be free at my death. Pay the woman who shall live with & wait on me at the time of my last sickness & death $20. Remainder to my 2 daughters Yearly Custis & Ann Poulson. Witt: Stephen Bonewell, George Bonewell & Sally Wise.⁷ John died before 30 August 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.⁷

     John was born circa 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. John died before 28 July 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Isaac was born circa 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Nancy (-----) circa 1780. It was on this date that Isaac West married a Nancy and may have moved to Greenville Co, SC..¹

     Nancy was born circa 1760. She married Isaac (284) West, son of Anthony (85) West and Eleanor Revell, circa 1780. It was on this date that Isaac West married a Nancy and may have moved to Greenville Co, SC..¹

     George was born circa 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. He made a will on 25 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. To my sister Ann West 18 £. Bal. of the money due me & in my possession at my death to be equally divided between my bros. & sisters Elizabeth, Agnes, Isaac, John, Margaret & Rachel. Bros. Isaac & John West to have that part of Tangear Island given me by my father. McKeel Wise to pay $20. for my 1/2 the schooner that we have in partnership, & that he have my 1/2, & if he refuse my 1/2 to be sold by my Exrs. Friend John Custis Exr. Witt: John Groten, Charles Crowson..² George died before 28 April 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2

     John was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Lucretia Costin, daughter of Abraham Costin and Elizabeth Griffith, on 2 August 1786 at Northampton Co, VA. Abraham Costin was the security on the M.L.B. of John Dixon and Lucretia Costin..² John (609) Dixon died before 12 August 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Dixion (under age 21) was named as the child of Lucretia Dixon (dec'd), the wife of John Dixion (dec'd) and the daughter of Abraham Costin Sr. who died Jany 1800 intestate.³

     Lucretia was born circa 1765 at Northampton Co, VA. She married John (609) Dixon, son of William Dixon and Anne (256) Pigott, on 2 August 1786 at Northampton Co, VA. Abraham Costin was the security on the M.L.B. of John Dixon and Lucretia Costin..³ Lucretia Costin died before 11 November 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Mary Dixion (under age 21) was named as the child of Lucretia Dixon (dec'd), the wife of John Dixion (dec'd) and the daughter of Abraham Costin Sr. who died Jany 1800 intestate.²

     Robert was born in 1748 at Northampton Co, VA.² He married Elizabeth Dixon, daughter of Michael Dixon and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1770.¹ He married Nelly Costin, daughter of William Costin Sr. and Anne Trower, on 31 October 1795 at Northampton Co, VA. David Topping was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Trower and Nelly Costin. They were married by E. Baker..³ Robert made a will on 31 January 1804 at Northampton Co, VA. I give to my loving wife Nelly the two beds, bedsteads & furniture below stairs one linen wheel & loom, one chest one small oval table fifteen barrels of corn one cow & calf one sow and pigs and the use of one Negro woman Rose as long as she lives my widow and then to return to my children (these articles in lieu of the third of my estate) except the third of this plantation which I lend her as long as she lives my widow. I give to my daughter Peggy. I give my daughter Luky. I give to my daughter Sally. I give to my daughter Tamer. I give to my son Douglas. I give to my son John Trower the plantation whereon I now live containing three hundred and three acres, but my son William Trower is to have the privilege to hall the seine his life, but if my son John should die without lawful heirs of his body, my desire is that my son William Trower shall have the said land. I give to my son John Trower ten acres of woods land which I bought of John Tompkins to be laid off on the western end of the said land. I give my son William Trower the plantation on the seaside whereon Severn Savage now lives containing one hundred and fifty acres also the balance of the said land I bought of John Tompkins after taken out the ten acres for my son John the balance being twenty five acres and if my said son William should die before the age of twenty one I then give the said land to my son Douglas Trower and if Douglas Trower should die under the age of twenty one I then leave it to be equally divided amongst all my surviving children. All of my estate which I have not before given I leave to be equally divided between Peggy Trower, Luky Trower, Nancy Spady, Elizabeth Savage, Sally Trower, Tamer Trower & Douglas Trower. I constitute and appoint Southy Spady, Severn Savage and John Trower executors. Signed, Robert Trower. Witnesses: Obediah Hunt, Jesse Jarvis, Ann Hunt.⁴ Robert died in 1804 at Northampton Co, VA.² His body was interred at Latimer Farm, Kiptopeake, N'hamp Co, VA.² He estate was settled on 14 January 1805 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrators Severn Savage and John Trower Jr Appraisers: Arthur Simkins, William Hallett, Joshua Fitchet Senr and Obediah Hunt. Division of Slaves. Recorded January 14, 1805. Heirs: Southy Spady and Nancy his wife, Lukey Trower, Sally Trower, Tamar Trower, Severn Savage and Betsey his wife, Douglis Trower and Peggy Trower. Account of Sales made on December 5, 1804. Audit and Settlement. Begins on April 9, 1804. Severn Savage executor.⁵

     Nelly was born circa 1774 at Northampton Co, VA. As of 31 October 1795,her married name was Trower.² She married Robert Trower, son of Robert Trower and Tamer (-----), on 31 October 1795 at Northampton Co, VA. David Topping was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Trower and Nelly Costin. They were married by E. Baker..² Her body was interred at Latimer Farm, Kiptopeake, N'hamp Co, VA.³

     William was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Sarah Tankard, daughter of John Tankard and Mary Thomas, on 16 April 1779 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos. Parramore was the security on the M.L.B. of William Belote and Sarah Tankard, daughter of John Tankard dec'd..² William made a will on 16 October 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son John Tankerd Belote all my land eastward of the seaside county road, except wife to have use during her widowhood. Small acreage adjoining William Harrison, and ns. Judith, old Jacob, Hannah and Nancy to be sold to satisfy debts. Remaining estate to my loving wife during her widowhood and then to be div. by my children Polly, James, and Delitha Belote. John Tankard and my wife (no name) extrs. Witt: William Harmanson, Rickards Dunton, Jr., John Palmer, Jacob Roberts.³ He died before 14 January 1789 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. The will named extrx. is Sarah Belote.³ He left land in 1789 at tract N64, south of Marionville, N'hamp Co, VA. It was in this year that the will of William Belote (wife Sarah) directed that a small acreage west of the road be sold and left the balance of his plantation to a son John T. Belote. The land thus left was a consolidation of the original Belote family land with the part obtained from the Tankard estate. In 1824 the sheriff sold a plantation of 375 acres for the account of John T. Belote, who was "desirous of relieving his body from prison."⁴

     Sarah was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. Sarah was named in her father's will on 29 October 1777 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Tankard left his daughter Sarah Tankard Negro Jacob and daughters Elizabeth, Patience & Peggy Tankard £30 each.² She married William Belote, son of John Belote V and Tabitha (-----), on 16 April 1779 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos. Parramore was the security on the M.L.B. of William Belote and Sarah Tankard, daughter of John Tankard dec'd..³ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 16 October 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife (no name) in the will of William Belote, and as Sarah Belote at probate.⁴

     Mary was born circa 1723 at Northampton Co, VA. In May 1743 it was recorded in N'hamp Co that Berry, Benjamin & Mary Floyd, children of John Floyd (wp 14 Nov 1738) by their next friend Phillip Jacob, shown that the said John was possessed of a Negro woman slave named Bibbo at the time of his death. The slave was heired by John Floyd, son and heir, still an infant. 1/3 of the Slave's value was set apart for the widow (Anne). Since John is an infant he cannot be compelled to divide the slave without a Court order, John agrees to a division. Court orders the slave to be sold: 1/4 of sale to the widow, 1/4 to the heir-at-law and 2/4 to be divided between the 3 petitioners.² As of 27 September 1755,her married name was Goffigon.³ She married James Goffigon, son of Thomas Goffigon and Mary Duparkes, on 27 September 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. Anne Holt, widow, was the security on the M.L.B. of James Goffigon and Mary Floyd, spinster..³ Mary was named in her husband's will on 11 December 1761 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my loving wife Mary in the will of will of James Goffigon, planter..⁴

     Thomas was born circa 1670. He married Mary Duparkes, daughter of Thomas Duparkes and Elizabeth Powell, circa 1695.¹ Thomas died in April 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Mary was born circa 1675 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Thomas Goffigon circa 1695.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 3 December 1702 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Duparkes, wife Elizabeth, named a son (meaning son-in-law) Thomas Gohogan and my daughter his wife, and gave them one pewter beere bowle. He also named my grandchildren Thomas and Rose Gohogan and gave them one ewe lamb..²

     Ann was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA. As of circa 1718,her married name was Griffith.¹ She married William Griffith, son of Jerom Griffith Jr., circa 1718.¹ Ann died after 1774.²

     Thomas was born in 1640.¹ He married Elizabeth Powell, daughter of Samuel Powell and Ann (-----), on 13 November 1661 at Northampton Co, VA. They were shown as Thomas Dupark and Elizabeth Powell.
.² Thomas died before 1 March 1702/3 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..³

     Elizabeth was born circa 1642 at Northampton Co, VA.² Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Elizabeth in the will of Samuel Powell. She was to be at her own disposing, not for her mother to place her out to any man..¹ She married Thomas Duparkes on 13 November 1661 at Northampton Co, VA. They were shown as Thomas Dupark and Elizabeth Powell.
.³ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 3 December 1702 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Elizabeth in the will of Thomas Duparkes..⁴ Elizabeth died after 1702.⁵

     John was born circa 1640. He married Elizabeth Douglas, daughter of Lt. Col. Edward Douglas and Isabella (-----), circa 1665.¹ John died before 28 July 1680 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1648 at Northampton Co, VA. Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 15 October 1657 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my youngest daughter Elizabeth Douglas in the will of Lt. Col. Edward Douglas, Gentleman..² She married John Willett circa 1665.¹ Elizabeth died after 1672.¹

     Luke was born circa 1668 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Elizabeth Fatherly, daughter of John Fathery and Ann (-----), circa 1695 at Northampton Co, VA.² Luke was named in his father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Luke Griffeth in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹ Luke was named in his brother's will on 27 February 1716/17 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Luke and was to be Extr. in the will of James Griffeth.³ Luke made a will on 2 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son Luke my gun. Remaining estate to my beloved wife Elizabeth during her widowhood, and then to be eq. div. by my six children Ann, Luke, Emanuel, Benjamin, Susannah, and Elizabeth. Wife extrx. Witt: Ann Fathree, John Markland, Mary Garris.² He died before July 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     James was born circa 1682 at Northampton Co, VA. James was named in his father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son James Griffeth in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹ James made a will on 27 February 1716/17 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son James Griffeth. Brother Luke extr. Remaining estate to be sold for the support of my children, and if any should die without heirs then his or her part to be eq. div. among the rest. My son James to remain with my brother Thomas until 18. My dau. Martha to remain with my mother. The rest of my children to remain with my extr. until 16. Witt: John Bibbe, Benjamin (H) Griffith, Thomas (TG) Griffith.² He died before 16 June 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Jerom was born in 1673 at Northampton Co, VA.² Jerom was named in his father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jerom Griffeth in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹ He made a will on 31 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son William my 50 acre plantation whereon I now live. To son Jerom that 50 acres which formerly was my borther Jonas Griffith's. Remaining estate to be equally divided by al my children. William Warren and Nicholas Butey to oversee. Son William extr. Witt: Susannah Bowdoin & John Stratton..³ Jerom died in June 1720.³ Jerom's will was probated in June 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.³

     Frances was born circa 1670 at Northampton Co, VA. Frances was named in her father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Frances Hull in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹

     Dorothy was born circa 1676 at Northampton Co, VA. Dorothy was named in her father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Dorothy Hayes in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹

     Josias was born circa 1678 at Northampton Co, VA. Josias was named in his father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Josias Griffeth in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1680 at Northampton Co, VA. Benjamin made a will on 12 February 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son Luke the south side of my plantation bounded by Jurram Griffeth, and my gun. To son Benjamin the northern 50 A. of my land, but for want of my two sons' heirs then Luke's land to my sister Elizabeth More's son John More, and Benjamin's land to my brother Thomas Griffeth's son Thomas. My brother Thomas and my two sons extrs. My two sons to be at age when 16 and to receive their estates when 18. If my two sons die without heirs, then their estates to my brothers Jonas and Thomas. Witt: William Willett, Jonas (X) Griffeth, Cornelius Loughland.² He died before 21 July 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Thomas was born circa 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹ Thomas was named in his brother's will on 27 February 1716/17 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Thomas in the will of James Griffeth.² Thomas was named in his brother's will on 12 February 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Thomas Griffeth in the will of Benjamin Griffeth. He also named his son Thomas Griffeth.³

     Margaret was born circa 1686 at Northampton Co, VA. Margaret was named in her father's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Margaret in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth..¹

     John was born circa 1650. He married Ann (-----) circa 1675.¹ He made a will on 4 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John Fathrey, cooper. To my son John Fathry. To my son Hilliard Fathry. To my daughter Susannah Fathry. To my daughter Elizabeth Griffith. To my wife Ann. To each of my grandchildren, viz., Benjamin, John, Sarah and Abindzar Fathrey. My cattle to be equally divided by my wife and son John and my two daughters Susannah and Ann. Wife Extr. Witt: John Markland, Ann Griffith widow & Mary Garris..¹ John died in June 1721.¹ John's will was probated on 11 July 1721 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Ann was born circa 1655. As of circa 1675,her married name was Fathery.¹ She married John Fathery circa 1675.¹ Ann was named in her husband's will on 4 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Ann in the will of John Fathrey, cooper..¹

     John was born circa 1695 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 4 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Fathry in the will of John Fathrey, cooper..¹ He made a will on 2 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.² John died in January 1747.² John's will was probated on 10 February 1747 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Hilliard was born circa 1697 at Northampton Co, VA. Hilliard was named in his father's will on 4 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Hilliard Fathry in the will of John Fathrey, cooper..¹ On 8 Apr 1736 in Accomack Court Francis Bogs brought action against Hillard Fadry, who was granted time till the next court.² On 6 Jan 1736/37 in Accomack Court it was recorded that unless Hilliard Fathery appeared at the next court, Francis Boggs would be granted judgement against him.³ Hilliard was named in his brother's will on 2 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Hilliard in the in will of John (X) Fathery..⁴

     Susannah was born circa 1699 at Northampton Co, VA. Susannah was named in her father's will on 4 May 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Susannah Fathry in the will of John Fathrey, cooper..¹

     Esther was born circa 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. Esther was named in her uncle's will on 2 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my cousin Esther Fathery, daughter of brother Hilliard, in the in will of John 'X' Fathery..²

     Samuel was born circa 1615. He married Ann (-----) circa 1640.¹ He made a will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA.² Samuel's will was probated on 29 August 1666 at Northampton Co, VA.² Samuel died on 29 September 1666.¹

     Samuel was born circa 1644 at Northampton Co, VA. Samuel was named in his father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Samuel Powell in the will of Samuel Powell. He was to go with William Lawrence until age 20..¹

     Katheryn was born circa 1648 at Northampton Co, VA. Katheryn was named in her father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Katheryn Powell in the will of Samuel Powell. She was to remain with Thomas Powell until she comes to age..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1646 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas Powell in the will of Samuel Powell. He was to go with John Racmear until age 20 and to learn to be a millwright and wheelwirght..¹

     Susannah was born circa 1650 at Northampton Co, VA. Susannah was named in her father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Susannah in the will of Samuel Powell. She was to remain with Roger Spinney and Ellinor his wife until she comes to age..¹

     Gabriell was born circa 1652 at Northampton Co, VA. Gabriell was named in his father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Gabriell in the will of Samuel Powell. He was to go with Thomas Duparkes and learn to be a Virginney carpenter and to be on his own when age 20..¹

     Gressell was born circa 1654 at Northampton Co, VA. Gressell was named in her father's will on 6 February 1660 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Gressell and was to stay with my wife..¹

     Ann was born circa 1620. She married Samuel Powell circa 1640.¹

     Edward was born circa 1620. He married Isabella (-----) circa 1645.¹ He made a will on 15 October 1657 at Northampton Co, VA.² Edward died in November 1657.² Edward's will was probated on 12 November 1657 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Isabella was born circa 1627. She married Lt. Col. Edward Douglas circa 1645.¹ Isabella was named in her husband's will on 15 October 1657 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as beloved wife Issabella Douglas in the will of Lt. Col. Edward Douglas, Gentleman..² She married Rev. Thomas Teackle circa 1658.²

     Edward was born circa 1650 at Northampton Co, VA. Edward was named in his father's will on 15 October 1657 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Edward Douglas in the will of Lt. Col. Edward Douglas, Gentleman. He was under age 18..¹

     Hillary was born circa 1645 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Mary (-----) circa 1670.² Hillary was named in his father's will on 10 February 1689 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Hillary Stringer in the will of John Stringer, shown as Col. John Stringer at probate..¹ He made a will on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gent. To my youngest dau. Mary Stringer (under 16) n. girl Etty and £20. To my youngest son Jacob Stringer (under 18) 200 A. given by county deed by my late dec'd father, and also the adjoyning 100 A. leased from Samson Webster for 99 years, reserving for my loving wife Mary Stringer her lifetime in the above 300 A. To wife 20,000#t to build a house on the said land. To son Jacob £10 and mallatto boy Delight Saunderson. To son Hillary Stringer the plantation whereon John Northam now lives for the full term of the lease. To my son John Stringer the plantation whereon Cornelius Berry now lives for the term of the lease. To son Thomas Stringer (under 18) n. boy Tytus. Remaining personal estate (excepting items set aside for my dau. Willett) to be eq. div. by wife and four sons. Wife extrx. Friends (Maj.) John Robins and (Capt.) John Custis to assist her and they to each be given a deaths head gold ring of 15s. Witt: Nathaniel Capell, William Jarvis, Hannah (H) Capell - Codicil - William Waters and William Harmanson to be additional trustees. Witt: Nathaniel Capell, Thomas Savage, William Jarvis..² Hillary died before 10 February 1695/96.²

     Mary was born circa 1650. She married Capt. Hillary Stringer (I), son of Lt. Col. John Stringer, circa 1670.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my loving wife Mary Stringer in the will of Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gentleman..¹

     Mary was born circa 1680 at Northampton Co, VA. Mary was named in her father's will on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my youngest daughter Mary Stringer, under age 16, in the will of Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gentleman, wife Mary..¹

     John was born circa 1672 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Stringer in the will of Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gentleman, wife Mary. He was given the plantation whereon Cornelius Berry now lives..¹ He married Margaret Teackle, daughter of Rev. Thomas Teackle and Margaret Nelson, circa 1697 at Northampton Co, VA.² John died before 28 July 1698 at Northampton Co, VA.³

     Thomas was born circa 1682 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 7 October 1694 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas Stringer, under age 18, in the will of Capt. Hillary Stringer, Gentleman, wife Mary..¹ He married Frances Custis, daughter of Capt. Henry Custis (Ravenswood-A68A) and Rachel Revell, circa 1705.^2,3 Thomas was named as the executor of a will on 8 December 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that son Edward Custis & Thomas Stringer were named Extrs of the will of Rachell Custis..³ Thomas died in 1747.²

     Anne was born circa 1704 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Ann was born circa 1647 at Northampton Co, VA. She married John (14) Thorowgood, son of Lt. Col. Adam (3) Thorowgood II and Frances (6) Yeardley, circa 1679.^1,2 Ann was named in her father's will on 10 February 1689 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann Thoroughgood, with a husband John Thoroughgood, in the will of John Stringer, shown as Col. John Stringer at probate. Stringer also named a granddaughter Ann Thoroughood..¹

     John was born circa 1661 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA.² He married Ann Stringer, daughter of Lt. Col. John Stringer, circa 1679.^3,2 He married Margaret (45) Lawson on 19 March 1695.² He was a justice of Princess Anne County and sheriff in 1699, captain in 1698, and major in 1699 and colonel of militia.² John died before 9 January 1701/2 at Princess Anne Co, VA.²

     Argall was born circa 1660 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA. He married Mary Robinson, daughter of Capt. William Robinson Jr. and Susanna (-----), before 16 April 1695 at Princess Anne Co, VA.² He married Anne Church, daughter of Richard Church and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1698.² Argall died before 7 May 1700 at Princess Anne Co, VA.³ The 1704 quit rent roll of Princess Anne County, VA, listed 1,000 acres in the name of Mr. Argall Thorowgood.³ He married Pembroke Fowler, daughter of George Fowler and Frances Sidney, before December 1979 at Norfolk Co, VA.²

     Adam was born circa 1663 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA. He married Mary Sayer circa 1685.² Adam died before 6 April 1709 at Princess Anne Co, VA.²

     Francis was born circa 1665 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA. He married Elizabeth White, daughter of Capt. John White (I) and Sarah Keyser, circa 1695.^2,3 Francis (16) Thorowgood was in procession of land report circa 1700 at Hog Quarter, Worcester Co, MD. The Rent Rolls 1666-1723 showed Francis Thorogood in possession of 500 acres of Hog Quarter.⁴ He was in procession of land report circa 1700 at Buckingham, Worcester Co, MD. The Rent Rolls 1666-1723 showed Francis Thorogood in possession of 350 acres of Buckingham. In 1740 Francis Thorogood Drummond, eldest son of Rose, sold 700 acres to William Fassitt.⁵ He married Ann Brittingham, daughter of William Brittingham Sr. and Elizabeth (?) Williams (Williams?), before 6 September 1705.² Francis made a will on 8 June 1714 at Bath Co, NC. He devised to wife Ann, in case she remained a widow until the youngest child was of age, and five children Francis, Adam, Sarah, Ann and Early. and gave 5 shillings to Rose, a former daughter of my former wife.² Francis died before March 1716 at Bath Co, NC.²

     Francis was born circa 1716 at Somerset Co, MD. Francis was named in his father's will on 9 December 1718 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as son Francis Thorowgood Durmmond in the will of Drake Drummond, wife unnamed and pregnant.² He sold land on 21 August 1740 at Buckingham, Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Francis Thorogood Drummond, eldest son of Rose, sold 700 acres to William Fassitt.³ Francis made a will on 31 March 1741 at Worcester Co, MD. To cousin Janet Nairne, Extr, plantation Cedar Hall and mentions her daughter Mary. To John, Elizabeth & Esther Nairne. Witt: Collins Adams, Francis Dickeson, John White & John Wailes.⁴ Francis died before 6 May 1741 at Worcester Co, MD.^1,4

     Pembroke was born circa 1660. Pembroke died before 20 September 1692 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹ She married Argall (13) Thorowgood, son of Lt. Col. Adam (3) Thorowgood II and Frances (6) Yeardley, before December 1979 at Norfolk Co, VA.¹

     George was born circa 1635. He married Frances Sidney circa 1660.

     Frances was born circa 1640. She married George Fowler circa 1660.

     Mary was born circa 1670 at Princess Anne Co, VA. She was not named in her aunt Mary Emperor's will of this date, but her siblings Tully, Elizabeth & William Robinson were named..³ Mary was named in her his aunt's will on 20 April 1676 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA. She was shown as my cousin Mary Robinson in the will of Mary Emperor.⁴ Mary was named in her father's will on 16 April 1695 at Princess Anne Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Mary Thorowgood in the will of William Robinson, son Tully..⁵ She married Argall (13) Thorowgood, son of Lt. Col. Adam (3) Thorowgood II and Frances (6) Yeardley, before 16 April 1695 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     Anne was born in 1678 at Princess Anne Co, VA. She deposed on 5 Jul 1738 that she was aged 60..¹ She married Argall (13) Thorowgood, son of Lt. Col. Adam (3) Thorowgood II and Frances (6) Yeardley, circa 1698.¹ She married Sampson Trevethan on 12 July 1703 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹ Anne died before 6 April 1743 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     Richard was born circa 1650. He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1675.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1650. She married Richard Church circa 1675.¹

     Sampson was born circa 1675. He married Anne Church, daughter of Richard Church and Elizabeth (-----), on 12 July 1703 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     Adam was born circa 1680 at Princess Anne Co, VA.

     Frances was born circa 1682 at Princess Anne Co, VA.

     Argall was born circa 1684 at Princess Anne Co, VA. He married Susanna (85) Sandford, daughter of John Sandford and Sarah (33) Woodhouse, circa 1705 at Princess Anne Co, VA. Argall died before 4 March 1719/20 at Princess Anne Co, VA.²