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     Thomas was born circa 1700. He married Rachel (-----) before 10 December 1734 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Jonathan was born circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. Jonathan was named in his grandfather's will on 22 June 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Jonathan Wilkins in the will of John Wilkins Sr.² Jonathan chose a guardian on on 14 January 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that he chose John Wilkins as his guardian..³ He married Susanna (-----) circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Jonathan died before 14 April 1747 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,4 In Sep 1754 it was recorded in Northampton Co, VA, that Frances Wilkins, infant under 21 year (by John Smaw, her next friend and guardian), one of the daughters of Jonathan Wilkins late of N'hamp Co, shows that her father at the time of his death (adm 14 Apr 1747) was possessed of several slaves - Ben and Sarah. The slaves desecnded to the said Frances and her two sisters, Rachel and Joanna, infants under age 21. The three daughters were coheirs subject to the dowwer of their mother, Susanna. The said Susanna vested herself of the slaves as administrix of the estate and guardian of the three daughters. She soon married John Ellegood. They, the said Susanna and John kept possession of the two slaves and all of the profits from there on. Susanna died in 1751. Nathan Wilkins, brother to the above Jonathan and Uncle to Frances, Rachel & Jonna died in 1747 (adm 8 Mar 1747) unmarried. His sundry slaves (Mary & Dinah, woman & a girl) descended to the three Wilkins sisters. The said John Ellegood, after the death of his wife Susanna, held possession of all the slaves as guardian. However, Frances, after the death of her mother, chose John Smaw as her guardian. Since then she has frequently applied to her sisters, Rachel and Joanna for a partition of the slaves and their increase now living: Leah, Jack, Daniel, Esther, Ben and ... (paper torn). This petition asks the Court to order a division. Filed 15 May 1754 & the partition was ordered.⁵

     Henry was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. Henry was named in his grandfather's will on 22 June 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Henry Wilkins in the will of John Wilkins Sr.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. Henry died before 13 March 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.³

     Nahtaniel was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA. Nahtaniel was named in his grandfather's will on 22 June 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Nathaniel Wilkins in the will of John Wilkins Sr.² Nahtaniel died before 8 March 1747/48 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on his estate was granted to John Wilkins Jr..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1685 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Frances (59) Wilkins, daughter of John (16) Wilkins and (-----) (-----), circa 1710 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2 He married Esther Waterfield, daughter of John Waterfield and (-----) (-----), circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Thomas made a will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Watts, marriner. To my beloved wife Esther ns. Tower=hile and Sarah during her widowhood, and then the said Sarah to my eldest son John Wilkins Watts and said Tower=hile to my dau. Frances Watts. But if my dau. Frances should die without heirs then said Tower=hile to my dau. Esther Watts. To my wife my horses "Roan" and "Buck" and 3 gold rings. To my son John Wilkins Watts one very large gold ring and 2 silver spoons. To my son Thomas (under 21) one large gold ring, 3 silver spoons (one of them being very old fashioned), 2 silver bodkins, a silver seal, and mare "Lightfoot". Wife resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: William Tazewell, Katherine Robins, John Wilkins, Jr.³ Thomas died before 12 April 1726 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,3

     Esther was born circa 1706 at Northampton Co, VA. As of circa 1722,her married name was Watts.³ She married Thomas Watts circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Esther was named in her husband's will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Esther in the will of Thomas Watts, marriner.⁴

     John was born circa 1712 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my eldest son John Wilkins Watts in the will of Thomas Watts, marriner, wife Esther.² John was named in his grandfather's will on 22 June 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson John Wilkins Watts in the will of John Wilkins Sr.³ He married Rose Guy, daughter of (f/o Major, Rose & others) Guy and (-----) Major, circa 1735.⁴ John was named in his brother-in-law's will on 25 March 1745 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John Wilkins Watts in the will of Major Guy, merchant. He left him all he owed him.⁵ John died before 11 August 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴

     Frances was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. Frances was named in her father's will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Frances Watts in the will of Thomas Watts, marriner, wife Esther.³ Frances was named in her uncle's will on 5 February 1737/38 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Frances Watts in the will of Southy Waterfield, who was evidently her uncle. (NOTE: Since she therefore was not the daughter of Thomas Watts' first wife Franes (59) Watkins, she should not have the Jamestown # designation.).²

     Esther was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Esther was named in her father's will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Esther Watts in the will of Thomas Watts, marriner, wife Esther.³ Esther was named in her uncle's will on 5 February 1737/38 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Esther Watts in the will of Southy Waterfield, who was evidently her uncle. (NOTE: Since she therefore was not the daughter of Thomas Watts' first wife Franes (59) Watkins, she should not have the Jamestown # designation.).²

     Thomas was born circa 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas was named in his father's will on 11 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Thomas Watts (under 21) in the will of Thomas Watts, marriner, wife Esther.² Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 22 June 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Thomas Watts in the will of John Wilkins Sr.³

     Edith was born circa 1715. She married Stockley (62) Wilkins, son of Thomas (17) Wilkins and Mary Shockley, circa 1735.¹

     Major was born circa 1748 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Adah Fathery on 22 January 1769 at Northampton Co, VA.² He married Mary (-----) in 1778 at Northampton Co, VA. Major died on 19 May 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     John was born circa 1736 at Northampton Co, VA.

     James was born circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Thomas was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA. On 24 Sep 1756 Thomas Wilkins was bound to Edmond Potter.¹

     Elizabeth was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Mary was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Ann Costin was born circa 1708 at Northampton Co, VA.² Ann was named in her father's will on 13 March 1720/21 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Ann Costin (under 16) in the will of Francis Costin, wife Isabell.² She married Thomas (63) Wilkins, son of Thomas (17) Wilkins and Mary Shockley, before December 1735 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,4 As of circa 1736,her married name was Wilkins.³ Ann died before 14 February 1753 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Francis was born circa 1648 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Francis was named in his father's will on 22 January 1685 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Francis Costin in the will of Stephen Costin Sr., planter, wife Jane.³ He married Isabell (-----) circa 1690 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ Francis made a will on 13 March 1720/21 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son Stephen (under 18) 125 A. where my manner house now stands bounded by Thomas Mackmillion, Thomas Eyre and (Col.) Littleton, and for want of his heirs to my son Mathias. To my son Francis 50 A. bought of John Moor, and for want of his heirs to my son Jacob (under 18). To my son Thomas the remainder of my land, and for want of his heirs to my son John provided he pays to the three daus. of my son Thomas, viz., Elizabeth, Comfort and Isabell 1000#t each. To my loving wife Isabell my plantation and land during her widowhood. To my dau. Ann Costin (under 16) n. girl Betty. To my dau. Susannah Key. Remaining estate to be eq. div. by my wife and seven children, viz., Thomas, Stephen, Francis, Mathias, Jacob, John and Ann Costin. Wife and my sons Thomas, Stephen and Francis extrs. Friends (Maj.) John Custis and William Willett to oversee. Witt: William Willett, Ann Willett, Mathew Moor, Ralph Pigott.⁴ He died before 19 April 1721 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁴

     Littleton was born circa 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Abi (264) Pigott, daughter of William (98) Pigott and Bridget (117) Waterson, before 25 January 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that they sold her 1/3 interest in 75 acres on Old Plantation Creek that she had inherited from her father..² He married Frances (-----) circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Littleton died before January 1784 at Hyde Co, NC.³

     Thomas was born circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas chose a guardian on on 9 December 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that he chose John Wilkins Jr. as his guardian and on 14 Sep 1756 was ordered to be kept at school for a year and a half to learn to read, write and cypher..² He married Susannah (-----) circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.² Thomas died before April 1799 at Hyde Co, NC.²

     Benjamin was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA. Benjamin chose a guardian on on 14 March 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Littleton Wilkins was appointed his guardian. He later moved to Hyde Co, NC..² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1765.² Benjamin died before October 1796 at Hyde Co, NC.²

     Jacob was born circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Esther was born circa 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. Esther chose a guardian on on 14 March 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that Richard Respess was appointed guardian for Esther Wilkins and she chose Abraham Costin as her guardian on 15 Oct 1755..¹ Esther died before 14 July 1761 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that Littleton Wilkins was made administrator of her estate estate..²

     Frances was born circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. Frances chose a guardian on on 14 March 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that Matthew Costin was appointed her guardian and she chose Thomas Wilson as her guardian on 13 Sep 1757..¹ Frances died after 1757.¹

     Jean was born circa 1748 at Northampton Co, VA. She married (-----) Bentahll circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     (-----) was born circa 1745. He married Jean (194A) Wilkins, daughter of Solomon (64) Wilkins, circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Peter was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Charity Calloway on 5 January 1778 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹ He married Anna Etheridge on 18 January 1780 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     William was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Charity was born circa 1756. She married Peter (194B) Wilkins, son of Solomon (64) Wilkins, on 5 January 1778 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     Anna was born circa 1760. She married Peter (194B) Wilkins, son of Solomon (64) Wilkins, on 18 January 1780 at Princess Anne Co, VA.¹

     John was born circa 1754 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Mary was born circa 1756 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Margaret was born circa 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.

     John was born in 1698 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 15 December 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John in the will of Charles Floyd, wife Elizabeth. To my son John the plantation whereon I now live, and my part of Pront Island, and all my clothes..¹ John was named as administrator of an estate on 21 June 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mrs. (-----) (-----) was granted to her son John Floyd on behalf of himself and the rest of his brethren.² He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 September 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that the Court approved the inventory and appraisal of the estates of both Charles and Elizabeth Floyd on the oath of their son John, since no inventory of Charles' estate had been returned during the lifetime of his executris.³ On Mar 1724/25 John Groves and Margaret his wife petition concerning the plantation owned by her father, George Esdall dec'd. The said land decended to the said Margaret as heir. The admr Charles Floyd was allowed to have the use & benefit of the plantation until some person should be qualified to take over and deliver it in good repair to whom it should belong. The said Charles died and since his death John Floyd, admr of Elizabeth Floyd who was admr of the said Charles, has been in possession and has received the benefits. Yet he refuses to put it in good order and will not deliver it to the said Margaret to whom the plantation belongs. The petitioners ask the Court to summons the said John to answer to the above. Case referred to arbitration and dismissed.⁴ He bought land in 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that John Floyd bought 55 acres of tract N37 from Berry & Amy Wilkins.⁵ He bought land in 1749 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that James and John Floyd bought 60 acres of tract N37 from John Wilkins. (NOTE: They are assumed to have been brothers.).^5,6 He bought land in 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Watkins Wilkins, son of Berry, sold the same 60 acres of tract N37 (that James Cox sold in 1749 to James & John Floyd) to John Floyd alone. The deed stated that it was the land which Argoll had left to son John, who in 1726 had left to son George, but if he had no heir, then to a daughter Anne Mary, and if she had no heir, then to wife Violet for life with reversion to his brother Argoll. Anne Mary had married James Cox and they had two children but both had died, so that the title had passed to Argoll Wilkins II.⁵ He died after 1760.

     John was born in 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He deposed in 1765 that he was aged 40..² John chose a guardian on on 14 December 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that he chose Matthew Floyd as his guardian..² 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.³ In Jan 1750/51 it was recorded in N'hamp Co that John Floyd complains that on 1 Sep 1750 that George Powell, Abell Powell and Michael Nottingham did enter the close (the enclosed or fenced land or area on a plantation) of the said Floyd on Prouts Island and the grass there being late growing, did head down and consume and bear away goods and chattels to the value of £40. John Powell was originally one of the defendants, but he died shortly after the summons was issued (12 Sep 1750) and thus could not be served by the Sheriff. Westcoat Churn was called as a witness but the Sheriff noted that since he lived on Hog Island, the inclement weather prevented going there to deliver the order (12 Dec 1750).⁴ He married Frances (-----) on 11 July 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,5 He married Mary Floyd, daughter of Matthew Floyd Sr. and Sarah Green, on 14 February 1765 at Northampton Co, VA.^6,5 He was shown as (Maj.) John Floyd, the father of Benjamin Floyd, who was given £5 in the will Thomas Widgeon. Widgeon also left his son-in-law (meaning step-son) Matthew Floyd, son of Matthew Floyd Jr. dec'd £200.⁷ John died before 11 July 1775 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,8 John Lewis Fulwell, wife Margaret, in his will of 27 Feb 1793 left his son George Prout's Island purchased of John Floyd, son of (Maj.) John Floyd.⁹

     Benjamin was born on 4 October 1735 at Northampton Co, VA.² 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.³ Benjamin chose a guardian on on 13 August 1751 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that Benjamin Floyd, orphan of John Floyd dec'd, chose Matthew Floyd as his guardian..¹ He was bound out on 12 March 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. The Churchwardens of Hungars Parish bound Benjamin Floyd, aged 18 years on 4 Oct last, unto John Floyd until he becomes 22 years of age to learn the farmers trade.² He married Margaret Garrison (Garrison?) circa 1760.⁴ Benjamin (198) Floyd bought land in 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Benjamin Floyd bought 73 acres of the Elliott part of tract A63 between Onancock & Onley from Joseph & Leah Jefferies. The in 1773 he and his wife Margaret Floyd sold to William Savage.⁴ He bought land in 1765 at Locustville, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Benjamin Floyd bought a balance of 137 acres (mostly from the Charles Scarburgh part) from William and Judith Ondley. In 1802 he left to a son Benjamin, or if he died to a daughter Polly G; she inherited and married John A. Ames.⁵ He was security on the administration of an estate on 29 April 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Harrison was granted to Mary Harrison with Benjamin Floyd & Custis Rodgers securities. (NOTE: Was Mary Harrison Benjamin Floyd's sister?).⁶ He married Sarah Hornsby on 8 June 1794. They were shown only as Benjamin Floyd & Sarah Hornsby.⁷ Benjamin was named as administrator of an estate on 27 July 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jacob Bradford was granted to Benjamin Floyd with Berry Floyd & Francis Savage securities.⁸ He married Mary 'Mollie' Garrison, daughter of Archibald Garrison and Kaziah Floyd, before 28 July 1795.⁹ Benjamin was named as administrator of an estate on 26 October 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Archibald Garrison was granted to Jonathan Garrison & Benjamin Floyd with Thomas Aimes & Custis Willis securities.¹⁰ Benjamin made a will on 20 November 1801 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. To son Benjamin Floyd my plantation with the land & mill & … & if he dies without heirs, then all the remainder of my property, except 1 shilling to Elizabeth Dunton, to my daughter Polly Floyd. Wife & Jonathan Garrison Extrs. Witt: John Edmunds, John Kelly & Betsy West.¹¹ He died before 27 December 1802 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Abel West & James Twiford securities.¹¹ He was named in a land cause on 18 October 1803 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. That Benjamin Floyd, the elder, being seized as of fee of and in a certain tract of land containing by estimation 150 acres, of which the lands in the declaration mentioned are a part, with the water grist mill in the said declaration mentioned, lying in the Parish of St. George and County of Accomack, and having three children, to-wit: Elizabeth, one of the lessors of the plaintiff, by one venter, also Benjamin and Polly Floyd by a second venter, and being so seized on the 20 Nov. 1801 made his last will & testament, and afterwards, to-wit: on the ____ day of ____ 1802, the said Benjamin Floyd the elder departed this life leaving the said will in full force, which said will was probated 27 Dec. 1802; that by virtue of the said will the said Benjamin Floyd the younger, and devisee of the said lands and mill in the said will mentioned, immediately after the death of the said Benjamin the elder, entered into the said lands and mill and became seized thereof and being so seized on the ____ day of ____ 1803 departed this life an infant, under age and without issue, and leaving Elizabeth, the lessor of the plaintiff, his sister of the half blood on the part of his said father, and the defendant his sister of the whole blood, and his mother a certain Molly Floyd, &c.¹²

     Berry was born circa 1733 at Northampton Co, VA.² 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.³ Berry chose a guardian on on 10 June 1747 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that he chose John Floyd as his guardian..² In Nov 1754 it was recorded in N'hamp Co that Berry Floyd, orphan, petitions that his guardian, John Floyd has refused to give him 6 months schooling as ordered by the Court. The orphan's small estate has remained in the said John's hands for his use together with the orphan's labor. John was ordered to Court. Case was dismissed.⁴ He married Sarah 'Sally' Watson, daughter of Elijah Watson and (-----) (-----), circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Berry (199) Floyd bought land in 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Berry Floyd bought the 240 acre Thomas Stringer home place part of tract A10 which was on the old road from Belle Haven to Pungoteague, which was about the earliest road laid out in the present Accomack County. He was joined in the deed by John Floyd Stringer, perhaps his heir-apparent.⁶ Berry witnessed a will on 6 July 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date Berry Floyd, Sarah Floyd and Charles Savage witnessed the will of John Garrison Jr.⁷ He was security on the administration of an estate on 27 July 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jacob Bradford was granted to Benjamin Floyd with Berry Floyd & Francis Savage securities.⁸ He bought land in 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Berry Floyd bought a final piece of 20 acres of tract A41 near the Beaver Dam Branch of Machipongo Creek from Thomas & Peggy Mears.⁹ He bought land in 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Berry Floyd bought at public auction the North 100 acres of the Fereby Stringer part of tract A10 between Belle Haven & Pungoteague. In 1785 Thomas Stringer Sr. gave a deed of trust to John Floyd for this land.¹⁰ Berry made a will circa 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. His will was not dated, but probated on 30 Oct 1797. To wife whole estate until my eldest son Benjamin Floyd arrives to lawful age to bring up my children, then personal estate to my wife forever & the use of my land to my 3 sons Benjamin, Elijah & John Floyd until my son John comes to lawful age, then to be equally divided between my surviving children before named. Wife (no name) & Elijah Watson Exrs. - Witt: Burton Silverthorn, Caleb Harrison, Elizabeth Harrison, Fanny Harris.¹¹ He died before 30 October 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Elijah Watson & Sarah Floyd qualified .¹¹

     George was born circa 1705.¹ He married Ann (66) Wilkins, daughter of Thomas (17) Wilkins and Mary Shockley, after 14 November 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.² George died before 9 September 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on the estate of George Holt was granted to Ann Holt with Esau Jacob and Addison Nottingham securities of £300. Apprs: Esau Jacob, John Bowdoin, Nehemiah Fitchet & Isaac Jacob..^2,3

     John was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Ann (249) Custis, daughter of Edmund (241) Custis and Katherine (75) Sparrow, on 28 October 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2 John died before 14 February 1764 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on his estate was granted to Walter Hyslop..¹

     Joseph was born circa 1720. He married Mary (67) Wilkins, daughter of Thomas (17) Wilkins and Mary Shockley, circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joseph died before 9 May 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that admininstration on his estate was granted to Mary Ash..¹

     Thomas was born circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. On 13 Jan 1762 he was bound out to Henry Green to learn the trade of a carpenter and wheelwright.¹

     Ann was born circa 1748 at Northampton Co, VA. On 13 Jan 1762 Ann was bound out to Henry Green.¹

     Esther was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. On 13 Jan 1762 she was bound out to Peter Hamilton.¹

     Sarah was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. Sarah died before 13 January 1762 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that Henry Green was allowed 250 pounds of tobacco from her estate for her maintenance..¹

     Judith was born circa 1710. She married John (69) Wilkins, son of William (19) Wilkins and Frances (-----), before 19 May 1731 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that John Wilkins and Judith witnessed the will of Obedience Robins..¹

     John was born circa 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. John died before 1775.¹

     James was born circa 1734 at Northampton Co, VA. James died before 9 February 1774 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on his estate was granted to William Wilkins..¹

     Anne was born circa 1739 at Northampton Co, VA. Anne witnessed a will on 24 December 1759 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Anne Holt, Stephen Sampson & John Lewis Fulwell witnessed the will of Elishe Stringer, widow.² As of 7 March 1761,her married name was Sampson.³ She married Stephen Sampson 07 Mar 1761 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA.^3,4

     Judith was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Nathaniel Tyson on 13 June 1761 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Esther was born circa 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. As of 19 March 1752,her married name was Elligood. She married John Elligood, son of John Elligood and Eleanor 'Elinor' Hanby, on 19 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.² Esther was named in her husband's will on 9 July 1763 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Esther Ellegood in the will of John Ellegood.³ As of 22 August 1772,her married name was Widgeon.^4,2 She married John Widgeon on 22 August 1772 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Johnson Sr. was the security on the M.L.B. of John Widgen and Esther Ellegood. She was his 2nd wife..^4,2 Esther made a will on 5 April 1781 at Northampton Co, VA. To my dau. Esther Ellegood bed and furniture and 6 stone plates. To my dau. Francis Wilkins Widgeon 10s 9p in silver, looking glass, and one large spoon. To my dau. Mary Ellegood one black walnut desk. To my dau. Margaret Willis 27 A. which I bought out of my husband John Ellegood's estate, with her husband William Willis paying to my other children whatever Mr. Peter Warren and William Scott shall value the land. To my grandson John Ellegood Willis £50 of this paper currency. Thomas Nottingham, Sr., and William Wilkins, Sr. extrs. Witt: William Wilkins, Sr., Thomas Nottingham, Scarbrough Nottingham.⁵ She died before 13 April 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.⁵

     Catherine was born circa 1710. She married William (70) Wilkins, son of William (19) Wilkins and Frances (-----), circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Catherine died on 25 January 1809.¹

     John was born circa 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his uncle's will in 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was named in the will of his uncle Nathaniel Wilkins..² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1755. He married Sarah (252) Hunt, daughter of Thomas (93) Hunt and Ann Willett, on 30 December 1769 at Northampton Co, VA.³ John died before 13 August 1771 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration of his estate was granted to Azariah Hunt..²

     Benjamin was born circa 1744 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Jacob was born circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Peter was born circa 1748 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Lettitia 'Elishe' Collins on 19 September 1795 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter died on 10 August 1825 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Peggy was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Southy Waterfield, son of Jacob Waterfield Sr. and Mary Dunton, on 28 December 1771 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Southy was born circa 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. Southy was named in his uncle's will on 28 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Jacob's son Southy in the will of John Waterfield, wife Esther.¹ Southy was named in his father's will on 2 February 1766 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Southy in the will of Jacob Waterfield Sr.² He married Peggy (212) Wilkins, daughter of William (70) Wilkins and Catherine (-----), on 28 December 1771 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Southy died before 12 October 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on his estate was granted to John Stratton..³

     Elishe was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. Elishe died before 14 May 1771 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     John was born circa 1683 at Northampton Co, VA. He married (-----) (-----) circa 1706 at Northampton Co, VA.² John Waterfield married Elizabeth (-----) before 16 July 1712 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Dr. William White was granted to John Waterfield and Elizabeth his wife late widow of the dec'd on behalf of themselves and the children of the dec'd. Apprs: John Thomas, Thomas Lucar, Jr., Michaell Halsburt.³ John was named in his father's will on 12 April 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son John in the will of William Waterfield, wife no name. He and his children were given the priviledge to get timber from my land. To son John and his wife during their lives mulatto slave James, and then to my grandson Southy.¹ He married Esther (72) Wilkins, daughter of William (19) Wilkins and Frances (-----), circa 1725 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ John was named in his son's will on 5 February 1737/38 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my father John Waterfield in the will of Southy Waterfield, single person. He was the residual legatee and Extr.⁵ John made a will on 28 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son John all my land and plantations, but if he dies under 21 without heirs then my brother Jacob's son John to have his choice of one of my plantations. And for want of his heirs to Jacob's son Southy. To John Speakman the remainder of my land. My wife Esther not to be disturbed of the above land during her life, but if my son John should marry then he to take half share with his mother in the land. One Negro each to Southy Waterfield, Frances Dunton, Esther Jacob, and William White. My friends Mr. Matthew Harmanson, Azell Benthall and Jacob Waterfield to be overseers of my will. Wife extrx. Witt: Jacob Waterfield, Frances Dunton, Alexander Melvill, Mary To my son John all my land and plantations, but if he dies under 21 without heirs then my brother Jacob's son John to have his choice of one of my plantations. And for want of his heirs to Jacob's son Southy. To John Speakman the remainder of my land. My wife Esther not to be disturbed of the above land during her life, but if my son John should marry then he to take half share with his mother in the land. One Negro each to Southy Waterfield, Frances Dunton, Esther Jacob, and William White. My friends Mr. Matthew Harmanson, Azell Benthall and Jacob Waterfield to be overseers of my will. Wife extrx. Witt: Jacob Waterfield, Frances Dunton, Alexander Melvill, Mary [M] Dunton. Dunton.⁶ John died before 14 June 1748 at Northampton Co, VA.^4,6

     John was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his brother's will on 5 February 1737/38 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother John in the will of Southy Waterfield, single person.² John was named in his father's will on 28 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son John Waterfield (under 21) in the will of John Waterfield, wife Esther.³ He married Mary Dunton, daughter of Richard Dunton, on 12 February 1754 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ John made a will on 29 June 1772 at Northampton Co, VA. To loving wife Mary n. man Stephen and £10. To my son William n. boy Solomon. To son Thomas n. girls Judie and Susie and £10. To dau. Sallie n. girl Bridget and £10. To son Richard n. Charles and £10. To son John n. wench Violator and £10. Resid. legatees wife and children, but if children die under lawful age then their part to the survivors. To wife use of lands and plantations until son William is of lawful age. Wife and friends William Dunton, Sr. and William Ronald extrs. Witt: Richard Hewitt, John Giddens, William Ronald, William Dunton.⁵ John died before 8 September 1772 at Northampton Co, VA.^4,5

     Frances was born circa 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. As of circa 1746,her married name was Dunton.^2,3 She married Levin Dunton Sr., son of Benjamin Dunton Sr. and Mary Waterfield, circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,3 Frances was named in her brother's will on 28 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Frances Dunton in the will of John Waterfield, wife Esther.³ Frances was named in her mother-in-law's will on 11 October 1748 at Hungars Parish, Northampton, VA. She was shown as my daughter-in-law Frances Dunton in the will of Mary Dunton, widow, of Hungars Parish.⁴

     Esther was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA. As of circa 1746,her married name was Jacob.^2,3 She married Abraham Jacob circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,3 Esther was named in her brother's will on 28 December 1746 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Esther Jacob in the will of John Waterfield, wife Esther.³ She married Isaac Clegg on 17 June 1763 at Northampton Co, VA. Esther was his 2nd wife..² Esther died before 10 July 1787 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Sarah was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Nathaniel (74) Powell, son of John Powell and Frances (20) Wilkins, circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 7 August 1721 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Sarah Powel in the will of George Bell, wife Hannah.³ Sarah was named in her husband's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Sarah in the will of Nathaniel Powell.⁴ Sarah died before 9 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,5

     Jonathan was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA. Jonathan was named in his father's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Jonathan in the will of Nathaniel Powell, wife Sarah.² Jonathan was named in his mother's will on 3 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Jonathan in the will of Sarah Powell, widow of Nathaniel Powell. He was given £10 and 40 shillings per year for schooling.³ Jonathan was named in his brother's will on 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as brother Jonathan Powell in the will of John Powell.⁴ Jonathan was named in his brother's will on 28 May 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Jonathan Powell in the will of Joseph Powell.⁵ He married Sarah (-----) circa 1764.⁶ He made a will on 20 December 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Sarah whole estate during her widow, she to bring up & school my children. To son John Powell that part of the plantation where I now live below the main road. To son Joseph Powell that part of my plantation above the main road. To son George land bought of William Chandler. To sons John, Joseph & George land & marsh on Wallops Island. To daughter Agnes. To daughters Famey, Agnes & Sally. Bal. of estate to be divided between all my children - Wife Exec. Witt: William Williams, Joshua Wishart, Levin Thomas - p. 75 In order of probate: George Corbin app. guardian to the heir at law to the testator..⁷ Jonathan died before April 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. His will was probated at the May 1780 court..⁶

     Joseph was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA. Joseph was named in his father's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Joseph in the will of Nathaniel Powell, wife Sarah.² Joseph was named in his mother's will on 3 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Joseph Powell in the will of Sarah Powell, widow of Nathaniel Powell.³ Joseph was named in his brother's will on 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as brother Joseph Powell in the will of John Powell.⁴ Joseph made a will on 28 May 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. To my brother Jonathan Powell 170 A. being 1/2 the land whereon I now live, 100 A. bought of John Widgeon, and 100 A. near Deep Creek in Accomack. Also to him old Mary, Backer, Francis and Esau and the rest of my estate. To Richard Sanders one cow and calf. Brother Jonathan extr. Witt: Abel Powell, Archibald Godwin, Elizabeth Godwin.⁵ Joseph died before 11 July 1753 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,5

     Nicholas was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Nicholas was named in his father's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Nickolas in the will of Nathaniel Powell, wife Sarah.² Nicholas was named in his mother's will on 3 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Nicholas Powell in the will of Sarah Powell, widow of Nathaniel Powell.³ He married Elisha (-----) circa 1750.⁴ Nicholas was named in his brother's will on 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Nicholas and given 36 shillings in the will of John Powell.⁵ Nicholas died before 27 April 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴

     George was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. George was named in his father's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son George in the will of Nathaniel Powell, wife Sarah.² George was named in his mother's will on 3 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son George in the will of Sarah Powell, widow of Nathaniel Powell.³ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1745 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ George was named in his brother's will on 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother George in the will of John Powell.⁵ George died before 10 February 1767 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴

     John was born circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his father's will on 12 August 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John in the will of Nathaniel Powell, wife Sarah.² John was named in his mother's will on 3 November 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Powell in the will of Sarah Powell, widow of Nathaniel Powell.³ John made a will on 16 September 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. To my brothers Joseph and Jonathan Powell my dwelling house and plantation to be eq. div. To brother Jonathan n. boy Elijah. To brother Joseph n. wench Mary. Negro wench Frances and her two children Mary and Peggy to be div. by my brothers Joseph and Jonathan. To my brother Nicholas 36s. To my sister Ann Godwin a Pistole. To my brother George a Pistole. Brother Joseph extr. Witt: Nicholas Campbell, Nehemiah Batson, Alexander Melvill.⁴ John died before 9 October 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,4

     (-----) was born circa 1695. She married Nicholas (75) Powell, son of John Powell and Frances (20) Wilkins, circa 1712.¹

     Abel was born circa 1712 at Northampton Co, VA. Abel was named in his father's will on 1 January 1727 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as underage in his father will..² He married (d/o_Wm) Bell, daughter of William Bell and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1735.² He married Barbary Batson, daughter of Francis Batson and Ann (-----), circa 1742.² Abel was named as an heir on 17 December 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son-in-law in the will of William Bell, wife Elizabeth..³ On 10 Oct 1743 he was the guardian of his brother Benjamin.⁴ Abel was named in his mother-in-law's will on 3 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law Abel Powell in the will of Anne Batson.⁵ Abel made a will on 24 January 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. To son Nicholas my 550 A. plantation whereon I now dwell, and n. man Ben (that came by his mother), oval maple table, and 40s. To son John n. man Peter and £30. To son Seth n. boy Jacob and £70. To loving wife Barbary Powell the best bed in my house and her choice of my horses. Resid. legatees wife and five children Rachel, Nanny, John, Sarah and Seth Powell to be eq. div. when any of my aforesaid children marry or come to lawful age. Friends Littleton Eyre and John Bowdoin to advise my wife, extrx. Witt: Addison Nottingham, John Andrews, Thomas Nottingham.⁶ Abel died before 12 February 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,6

     William was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. William chose a guardian on on 10 August 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that he chose George Bell as his guardian..¹ William died before March 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that witnesses were summoned to prove the will of William Powell. The will is not of record..¹

     Benjamin was born circa 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. On 10 Oct 1743 he was under the guardianship of Abel Powell.²

     Sarah was born circa 1718 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Hannah was born circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.

     Agnes was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. Agnes chose a guardian on on 10 August 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that she chose Sacker Shields as her guardian..¹

     John was born circa 1700. He married Esther Ann (79) Ayres, daughter of Richard Hill Ayres and Esther (21) Wilkins, circa 1722.¹ John made a will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Esther Savage. To son John Smith land where I live in Accomack & 2 tracts in Worcester County, Maryland, one called Waterfield & the other called Addition, also 300 acres on Assateague Island. To grandaughter Leah Welburn 100 acres land & marsh on Assateague Island. To grandaughter Esther Savage 100 acres on Assateague Island. To son in law Eyres Gillett, "for my daughter Mary, his wife' 100 acres on Assateague Island for life, reversion to my grandson John Gillett. To son in law Griffin Savage & my daughter Esther, his wife. To grandaughter Ann Savage 100 acres on Assateague Island. Grandson Eyres Gillett. Grandaughter Ann Gillett. Daughter Sarah Shankland. Grandson Daniel Welburn "all my right & title I have of a negro girl called Jenny that Mr. William Coard gave to my son Arthur Smith to my daughter Sarah Shankland". Son John Smith & son in law Eyres Gillett Exrs. Friends Bowdoin Robins, Griffin Savage & Daniel Gore overseers. Witt: Bowdoin Robins, Skinner Marshall, Daniel Walker, Love Ellis.² John died before 30 July 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2

     Griffith was born circa 1706 at Accomack Co, VA. Griffith was named in his father's will on 5 February 1739 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Griffith Savage and given the plantation were I now live containing 300 acres in the will of Griffith Savage..² He married Esther (230) Smith, daughter of John Smith and Esther Ann (79) Ayres, circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Griffith was named in his father-in-law's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son-in-law Griffin Savage & my daughter Esther, his wife, in the will of John Smith.³ Griffith was named in his mother's will on 23 October 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Griffin Savage in the will of Patience Savage..⁴ Griffith died before 24 April 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Esther was born circa 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Griffith Savage (III), son of Griffith Savage (II) and Patience Hope, circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.² Esther was named in her father's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Esther Savage in the will of John Smith.³ Esther made a will on 9 June 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. To daughter Mary Finney. To grandson Savage Crippen. To grandaughter Tabby Custis. To daughter Betsey. William Vere Exr. Witt: William Savage, Jemimah Parks.⁴ Esther died before 25 May 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,4

     John was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. He married Tabitha (-----) circa 1750.² John was named in his father's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Smith in the will of John Smith.³ John died before 25 January 1774 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Mary was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Ayres (235) Gillett, son of John Gillett and Ann Frances (80) Ayres, circa 1755. The were 1st cousins..¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. Her husband was shown as son-in-law Eyres Gillett in the will of John Smith. He was given for my daughter Mary, his wife, 100 acres on Assateague Island for life, reversion to my grandson John Gillett.² Mary died on 11 January 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     John was born circa 1700 at Somerset Co, MD. He married Ann Frances (80) Ayres, daughter of Richard Hill Ayres and Esther (21) Wilkins, circa 1725 at Somerset Co, MD. She was the 1st wife of John Gillett of Somerset Co, MD..³ John made a will on 11 September 1741 at Worcester Co, MD. To son Ayres (under 18). To wife Betty Holland Gillet (with child) plantation. To children of brother Samuel Gillet. To cousin William Gillet. Witt: Daniel Benstone, Elizabeth Gillet and Isabel Jones.⁴ John died before 12 November 1741 at Somerset Co, MD.³

     Rebecca was born circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. She married Daniel Welburne, son of Daniel Welburne and Barbaray Drummond, circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Rebecca was named in her husband's will on 7 May 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Rebecca in the will of Daniel Welburn.⁴

     Sarah was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. She married (-----) Shankland circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Shankland in the will of John Smith.²

     (-----) was born circa 1725. He married Sarah (233) Smith, daughter of John Smith and Esther Ann (79) Ayres, circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Arthur was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur was named in his father's will on 23 January 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Arthur in the will of John Smith.²

     Ann was born circa 1727 at Accomack Co, VA.

     Arthur was born circa 1710. He married Patience (81) Chance, daughter of William Chance II and Esther (21) Wilkins, circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Arthur died before 26 March 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on his estate was granted to Joseph Cord with George Douglas security..^1,2

     William was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. William was named in his grandfather's will on 30 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson William Cord in the will of William Chance. He was given 250 acres at the head of Hunting Creek & for want of heirs to my granddaughter Esther Cord.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He married Scarburgh Booth, daughter of Jemima Booth, circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 He made a will on 1 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Friends John Custis & John Bull Sr. Extrs. To wife Scarburgh Coard all my land where I now live until my son William Coard arrives to age 21 or marries. To son William Coard 150 acres adjoining Hunting Creek branch, the county road & Robert Twiford's land. To grandson George A. Coard 100 acres part of tract joining Gore line & if he dies without heirs, then to son William. If William dies, then to grandson George A. Coard. To wife Negro woman Mary & Rodey until son William arrives to 21 or marries. To son William Negro girl Agnes & ... & $50 when he arrives at age 21 or marries. All my Negroes not before given & the remainder of my personal estate to son William & grandson George A. Coard. The half-sister of George A. Coard should not be his heir. Witt: John Moore & Josiah Spreight..⁴ William died before 1 September 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. William R. Custis & Major S. Pitts securities..^5,4 William estate was settled on 29 May 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. 9 Nov 1813 (Sale), 30 Aug 1814 (Rec'd) - Negro woman Ahoda & child Isaac, George, Lewis, Agnes, Sarah & child, Rose, Peter, Dennis, Let child Esther & young infant, Hannah, Ephraim, Caleb, Mary & Comfort. Buyers: Scarburgh Coard & William Coard. Appraisers: William P. Custis, Edmund Ayres & William Riley. 10 Feb 1816 (Audit), 29 May 1816 (Rec'd) - John Custis Extr. Auditors: H. S. Copes & Thomas Cropper..⁶

     Esther was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. Esther was named in her grandfather's will on 30 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Esther Cord in the will of William Chance. She was given a negro and all the personal estate of Arthur Cord & all the personal estate of which I am possessed.²

     John was born in 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. John was named in his grandfather's will on 30 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John Cord in the will of William Chance. He was given the plantation where I now live containing 364 acres.² He married Isabel 'Ibbey' Wallop, daughter of Skinner Wallop III and Elizabeth Douglas, circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA.³ John died before 30 March 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.³

     John was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA. John was named in his grandfather's will on 14 March 1745 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John in the will of Jonah Jackson..¹

     Lazarus was born circa 1710 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Lydia (86) Jackson, daughter of John (24) Jackson and Jane 'Jean' (-----), circa 1740.¹ Lazarus died before 13 April 1773 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Unicy was born circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Theophilus Turner circa 1765 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     Richard was born circa 1710. He married Comfort (87) Jackson, daughter of John (24) Jackson and Jane 'Jean' (-----), circa 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. Richard died before 10 March 1761 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this data that administration on his estate was granted to his wife Comfort..¹

     Tabitha was born circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. She married Joshua Turner circa 1758.²

     Joshua was born circa 1735. He married Tabitha (243) Braser, daughter of Richard Braser and Comfort (87) Jackson, circa 1758.¹ He married Bridget Turner 18 Apr 1815 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA.^2,3 Joshua made a will on 27 October 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. I lend to my wife Bridget the land on which I reside during her life or widowhood with the privilege of taking necessary firewood from off the land I bought of William Underhill. I also lend to my said wife my Negroes Zadock, Tamer, Nelly & George. I give to my grand daughter Catherine Henderson five hundred dollars. I give to my daughter Peggy Turner five hundred dollars. I give to the children of my daughter Zillar five hundred dollars to be divided equally amongst them. I give to the children of my daughter Nancy five hundred dollars to be divided equally amongst them. It is my will and desire that all the land I bought of Wm Underhill except that part thereof which I have heretofor conveyed to my son Nathaniel & all the land I bought of Severn Groten's heirs, be rented out by my executors during the life or widowhood of my said wife. At the death or marriage of my said wife it is my will that my executors should sell the said two tracts or parcels of land to be divided amongst my grandchildren to wit one fifth part to my grand daughter Catherine Henderson, one fifth part to my daughter Peggy Turner, one fifth part to be equally divided among the children of my daughter Zilla, one fifth part to be equally divided among the children of my daughter Nancy & one fifth part to be equally divided among the children of Elizabeth Kellum. I give to my grand son Joshua Turner of John one hundred dollars to be paid to him by my executors when he arrives at the age of twenty one years. I give to my son Nathaniel Turner. I do hereby direct that the whole of my estate not herein before disposed of be sold by my executor. I do hereby constitute and appoint my son Nathaniel & my friend Wm Henderson executors. Signed, Joshua Turner. Witnesses: Jno Addison, Lewis R. Matthews and Joshua Wyatt.
Codicil:     Having heretofore by my said last will and testament given to the children of Elizabeth Kellum a certain portion of my estate Do now direct that in case said children should die before they arrive to the age of twenty one years that that part of said legacies not hereinafter curtailed be equally divided among all my surviving grand children. I do hereby direct that any sum of money which Wm Henderson & Thos Henderson may be compelled to pay as security for Saml Kellum not exceeding one hundred and eighty dollars each be paid to the said Wm & Thos Henderson out of the legacies given to the children of Elizabeth Kellum.⁴ Joshua died before 8 October 1821 at Northampton Co, VA.^2,4 He estate was settled on 14 February 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator Nathaniel B. Turner and William Henderson. Bond $20,000. Appraisers: Christopher Satchell, Alexander Ward, Zorobabel Henderson and Richard Johnson. Audit and Settlement. Nathaniel B. Turner and William Henderson executors. Recorded on February 14, 1825.⁵