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     Mary Hardwige (Hardwige?) was born circa 1625.¹ As of circa 1650,her married name was Risden.¹ She married Phillip Risden circa 1650.¹ As of before 7 May 1655,her married name was Upshur.¹ Mary Hardwige (Hardwige?) married Arthur Upshur (I) before 7 May 1655 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,2

     Phillip Risden was born circa 1620 at England.¹ He married Mary Hardwige (Hardwige?) circa 1650.¹ Phillip Risden died before 7 May 1655 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mr. Risden was granted to Arthur Upshott as having married the dec'd's widow. Arthur Upshott provided the inventory of Phillipp Risden, late of N'hamp Co, Gent.^1,2

     Jane Risden was born circa 1650.^1,2

     Mary Clarke was born in 1618 at Warwickshire, England.¹ As of after 6 July 1640,her married name was Hammond.³ She married Mark Hammond after 6 July 1640 at Northampton Co, VA.³ As of circa 1653,her married name was Jacob.⁴ Mary Clarke married Richard Jacob circa 1653 at Northampton Co, VA.⁴ Mary was named in her husband's will on 13 January 1662 at Nassawadox, Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary Jacob in the will of Richard Jacob.⁵ As of after 2 March 1662/63,her married name was Upshur.^5,4 She married Arthur Upshur (I) after 2 March 1662/63 at Northampton Co, VA.^5,4 Mary Clarke died on 3 July 1703 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was buried at Warwick, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary Upshur, wife of Arthur Upsher, born in County Warick, Enland, died 3 Jul 1703, aged 85 years.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1600. She married Dr. George Clarke circa 1618. As of circa 1618,her married name was Clarke.

     Mark Hammond was born circa 1615.¹ He married Anne Dennis circa 1635 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mark Hammond married Mary Clarke, daughter of Dr. George Clarke and (-----) (-----), after 6 July 1640 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mark Hammond died before 12 January 1652 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Marke Hammon's death was referred to.²

     Anne Dennis was born circa 1615.¹ As of circa 1635,her married name was Hammond.¹ She married Mark Hammond circa 1635 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Anne Dennis died before 6 July 1640 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Anne Dennis, wife of Mark Hammon, formerly the indentured servant of Thomas Powell. Her death was referred to. Mark Hammon married Mary Clarke.¹

     Richard Jacob was born circa 1615.¹ He married (-----) (-----) circa 1642. Richard Jacob married Mary Clarke, daughter of Dr. George Clarke and (-----) (-----), circa 1653 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Richard made a will on 13 January 1662 at Nassawadox, Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Jacob of Nuswattux. My body to be buried in my new orchard by my child Abram's grave. To my beloved wife Mary Jacob my now dwelling plantation for life, but my eldest son Philip Jacob to live thereon in the house called the "Stable." To my son Philip (after my wife's death) all my said dwelling plantation being 550 A. contained in 2 pattents. To my son Thomas Jacob 350 A. at Pungoteague on the western part of a main branch of said Creek whereon Richard Bundick presently lives. To my son Isaac Jacob 500 A. at Pungoteague on the eastern part of the aforementioned branch and extending to the land of Nicholas Waddilow. To my son William Jacob 300 A. adjoining my now dwelling plantation bounded northerly by a branch of Nuswattocks Creek called "Charrities Branch," but if William dies without issue then to my son Richard. To my son-in-law Edward Hammon 250 A. on Nuswattox Creek betwixt Charities Branch and the land of John Toulson now in the possession of John Dolby. To my beloved wife Mary 3 mares. To my son Philip the bed bought of Mr. John Nuthall. All my remaining estate to be div. by my wife and my five youngest children, viz., Priscilla, Sarah, Mary, William and Richard Jacob. Wife extrx. My friends (Capt.) William Jones and Mr. Thomas Teackle to oversee. Witt: William Jones, Thomas Teackle. (Notes: Marital agreement between the widow and Arthur Upshott. Refers to land belonging to Edward Hamond the son of Mary Jacob wife of Richard Jacob.).² He died before 2 March 1662/63 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.^1,2

     Capt. Edward Hammond Sr. was born in 1647 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd Hamond, age 26 in Apr 1673; as age 27 in Feb 1673/74 and as age 41 in May 1689 when he was of Somerset Co, MD.^1,2 He patented land in 1654 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Hamond, as son-and-heir of Marke Hamond repatented N66 (between Bridgetown & Marionville). In 1663 Richard Jacob (N68) had married Mary, the widow of Marke Hamond, and although the title to this land was already in the name of Edward, Jacob left it to Edward Hamond in his will. In 1664 Edward and Anne Hamond exchanged with Arthur Upshur for 700 acres (A3).³ Edward was named as an heir on 13 January 1662/63 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law (meaning step-son) Edward Hammon and given 250 acres on Nuswatox Creek in the will of Richard Jocob, wife Mary.¹ He married Anne Smith, daughter of John Smith (taylor) and (-----) (-----), circa 1664 at Accomack Co, VA.⁴ Capt. Edward Hammond Sr. sold land in 1664 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward and Anne Hamond exchanged N66 with Arthur Upshur for 700 acres (A3).³ He sold land in 1665 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward and Ann Hamon sold their part of tract A3 (that they exchanged with Arthur Upshur) to Robert Watson.⁵ He bought land in 1669 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Hammond bought 500 acres of tract A9 from Timothy and Sarah Coe.⁶ He sold land in 1669 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Hamon & his wife Ann sold their part of N84 (between Marionville & Red Bank Landing) to William Roberts.⁷ On 17 Mar 1669/70 Richard Kellam and Edward Hammond differed over a small tract of land lying between them at Matchepungo. At the court's proposal, Hammond chose John Stokely and Kellam chose Nathaniel Bradford to determine the value of the work done on the land; Kellam would pay that sum to Hammond, who was to transfer ownership to Kellam. If they did not agree, the order was void, and the first prosecutor would pay the charges. If they agreed, the court charges could be shared equally.⁸ In Apr 1670 Wm. Taylor had a judgement against Edw'd Hammond for 1462 lbs tobacco, which was not satisfied. Ordered that the judgement by revived with Hammond paying the costs. On 18 Nov 1671 Edw'd Hammond confessed that he took and rode a horse belonging to Wm. Taylor without permission. Ordered that the sheriff take Hammond into custody till he posted security for good behavior and paid court costs.⁹ On 20 Jan 1671/72 Sarah Turner was presented by the grand jury for committing adultery. She confessed "her sorrow and repentance," and in hopes of her reformation, the court ordered her taken into custody till she gave security for her behavior. Edwd. Hamond agreed to pay her fine and post a bond to save the parish from supporting her bastard child; he was ordered to post security and pay all court charges.¹⁰ He sold land in 1677 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Hamon & his wife Anne sold 200 aces of tract A9 to Richard Garryson. This was west of the seaside road and extended westward along the north side of the present Mappsburg crossroad. Then in 1678 they sold the balance as 450 acres to John Michael Sr. (N32).¹¹ Edward was named in his father-in-law's will on 27 October 1677 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law Edward Hamon in the will of John Smith, taylor, wife Joyce. He also named a daughter Ann Hammon.⁴ He lived in May 1689 at Somerset Co, MD. Deposition of Edward Hamond of Somerset County, Maryland, aged about 41 years: About nine years ago in September, Hamond went fishing; going ashore about the middle of the west side of Gingoteage Island, he saw near the shore a house about 15 feet long built on posts. A piece of ground near the house had been cleared and enclosed in a bush fence. Several Indians that used to hunt cockles in the area were in the house; they were gathering the corn growing there and roasting the ears. Hamond also saw trees, either apple or peach, flourishing there. He stayed at the house that night, and while there, inquired who had built the house and cleared the land. He was told that Thomas Welburne had done it and that Toby Bull had built the house. Hamond further noted that the Indian corn growing there had tall stalks. Signed and sworn before Edm. Scarburgh on 15 May 1689, by Edward (EH) Hammond. Recorded 3 October 1689.^2,12 Edward made a will on 7 July 1718 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Edward Hammon Sr. To Hester, daughter of Catharine Diall. To Oliver Griffin, Anne Griffin & Catharine Diall. To grandson John and Edward, son of Edward. To grandson William Bowen. To daughter Mary Bowen. To Hannah, daughter of Denis Diall. Extr Denis Driskell & Anne Griffin. Witt: John Truitt, John Jones & Benjamin Burton.¹³ He died before 4 September 1718 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹³

     Annie 'Nannie' Copes was born in 1862 at Acc Co, VA.¹ As of 28 December 1882,her married name was Johnson.¹ She married William J. Johnson, son of John S. Johnson and Ann P. West, on 28 December 1882 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Johnson a 30 year old farmer, the son of Ann Johnson and she was shown as Nannie Copes, age 20, the daughter of Thos & Bettie Copes.¹ Annie 'Nannie' Copes died in 1938.¹ Annie was buried at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Annie R. Johnson, wife of William J., 1862 - 1938.¹

     Missouri F. Barnes was born on 1 April 1861.¹ She married Cornelius N. Parks, son of Noah James Parks and Mary Jane Corbin, on 4 September 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Cornelius N. Parkes, a 25 year old waterman, the son of Noah & Mary Jane Parkes and she was shown as Missouri Barnes, age 22, the daughter of James & Emeline Barnes.² Her married name was Parks.² Missouri F. Barnes died on 21 November 1919 at age 58.¹ Missouri was buried at Liberty Cem, Acc Co, MD.¹

     Elizabeth (-----) was born in 1656. It was in this year that Arthur Upshur II and his wife Elizabeth were living on Marumsco Creek, where on 21 Nov that year they had twins John and Sarah.¹ As of circa 1674,her married name was Upshur. She married Arthur Upshur (II), son of Arthur Upshur (I) and (-----) (-----), circa 1674.

     John Upshur was born on 21 November 1674 at Marumsco Creek, Som Co, MD.¹

     Sarah Upshur was born on 21 November 1674 at Marumsco Creek, Som Co, MD.¹ She died on 21 January 1675/76 at age 1.¹

     Arthur Upshur III was born circa 1691 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Arthur was named in his grandfather's will on 12 February 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Arthur Upshur in the will of Arthur Upshur.² He died before 1738.¹

     Sarah Upshur was born circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 12 February 1707 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Sarah Upshur in the will of Arthur Upshur.² She died before 1738.¹

     Rachel Revell was born in 1702 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was named in her grandmother's will on 6 September 1711 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Rachell Revell in the will of Ann Alexander, son William Burton Extr.² As of circa 1725,her married name was Upshur.³ She married Abel Upshur I, son of Arthur Upshur (II) and Sarah Browne, circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Rachel Revell died on 25 December 1749 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,4 Rachel was buried at Warwick, Quinby, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Rachel Upshur, wife of Abel Upshur, who died 25 Dec 1749, aged 47 years.⁴

     Rear-Admiral John Henry Upshur (Nottingham) was born on 5 December 1823 at Selmas, N'hamp, VA.¹ He attended the College of William and Mary during 1837-1840 with his older brother George. In 1841 he joined the US Navy. (Upshur Family in Virginia) He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1848, having previously served on various naval vessels in the Mediterranean, Brazil and the Gulf of Mexico. He was present at the siege and capture of Vera Cruz, Mexico; he was promoted to Master, 1855; Lieutenant, September 1855; served with the Perry Expedition in the opening of Japan to commerce; was Flag Lieutenant of the African Squadron, 1857-59. He was an instructor at the Naval Academy when the Civil War began and served two years in the Atlantic Squadron. He was present at the siege and capture of Fort Hattaras and Port Royal, South Carolina, and minor actions and expeditions on the coast. He was commissioned as a Lieutenant Commander, July 16, 1862 and commanded the Flagship in the North Atlantic Fleet, 1864. He was preent in actions with and the final campaign of Fort Fisher, January 1865. He was promoted to Commander, July 25, 1866 and to Captain, January 31, 1872. He was promoted to Commodore Commander, July 25, 1884. He comanded the Flagship of the Pacific Squadron, 1872-73; commanded the Flagship of the Atlantic Squadron, 1875-76; commanded the New York Navy Yard, 1882-84; he was promoted to Rear Admiral and ordered to command U.S. Naval Forces in the Pacific. He retired in May 1885, after 44 years of service, at his own application and resided in Washington, D.C. thereafter. John Henry Upshur changed his name from Nottingham to that of his mother, Upshur, when he entered the navy to gratify her wish, as the Upshur family was conspicuous in naval annals. He became a midshipman, 4 November, 1841, and cruised in the sloop "St. Mary's" in 1843-'6, in which he joined the squadron in the Gulf of Mexico during the Mexican war. He served in the naval battery during the bombardment of Vera Cruz, 10 to 25 March, 1847, and after the fall of that city he attended the naval school, becoming a passed midshipman, 10 August, 1847. He was promoted to master, 18 July, 1855, and to lieutenant, 14 September, 1855, served in the frigate "Cumberland" on the coast of Africa to suppress the slave-trade in 1858-'9, and was an instructor at the naval academy in 1859-'61. When the war began he was assigned to the North Atlantic blockading squadron, and participated in the capture of the forts at Hatteras inlet and in the sounds of North Carolina in 1861. He was executive officer of the steam frigate "Wabash" at the capture of Port Royal, and commanded four boats in Commander C. R. P Rodgers's expedition in the inland coast waters in the vicinity of Port Royal and Beaufort, South Carolina He was in charge of the steamer " Flambeau," of the South Atlantic blockading squadron, in 1862-'3 in operations on the coast of South Carolina. He was promoted to Lieutenant Commander, 16 July, 1862, assigned to the steam frigate "Minnesota," of the North Atlantic blockading squadron, in 1863-'4, and had the steamer "A. D. Vance" (a blockade-runner whose name was changed to the "Frolic ") in 1864.'5, in which he took part in both engagements at Fort Fisher. He was promoted to commander, 25 July, 1866, and given the "Frolic," on the Mediterranean station, in 1865-'7. After promotion to captain, 31 January, 1872, he served as a member of the board of inspectors in 1877-'80. He had a leave of absence, during which he visited Europe, in 1880, and upon his return was a member of the board of examiners. He was commandant of the Brooklyn navy-yard in 1882-'4, and commander-in-chief of the Pacific station in 1884-'5. He was promoted to rear-admiral, 1 October, 1884, and was voluntarily placed on the retired list, 1 June, 1885.--A niece, Mary Jane Stith, poet, born in Accomac county, Virginia, 7 April, 1828, was educated entirely at home, and early began writing for the press. On the death of her father, in 1869, she removed from Norfolk, Virginia, to New York city, and on 2 July, 1870, married Josiah R. Sturges. Mrs. Sturges was one of the organizers and the first president of the Harlem free hospital and dispensary for women and children. She has contributed to southern periodicals both prose and poetry, commonly under the pen-name of " Fanny Fielding." Her principal work is "Confederate Notes," an historical novel, which appeared anonymously in 1867 in the "Home Monthly," published at Nashville, Tennessee. He was Dean at the Naval Academy at Annapolis for about 50 years and died over the age of 90. (Arlington National Cemetery Web Page). He married Katharine Alicia Williams, daughter of Capt. William George Williams and America Pinckney Peter, in 1851.² Rear-Admiral John Henry Upshur (Nottingham) died on 30 May 1917 at age 93. Rear Admiral John Henry Upshur, U.S. Navy, retired, died at home here (Washington, D.C.) tonight (May 30, 1917) of heart disease at the age of 94. He was a native of Washington, a veteran of the Mexican and Civil Wars, and was the oldest living graduate of the Naval Academy at Annapolis. During the Mexican War Admiral Upshur participated in the siege and capture of Vera Cruz. He served in the Perry Expedition, which opened Japan to commerce in 1854, and shortly before his retirement in 1855, was placed in command of all American Naval forces in the Pacific. On entering the Navy, Admiral Upshur changed his name from Nottingham to that of his mother to gratify her wishes, the Upshur name being conspicious in Naval annals. He first commissioned the sloop St. Mary's in 1843 and during the Civil War was an officer of the brig Wabash at the capture of Port Royal.¹ John was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. He is buried with other family members in Section 3 of Arlington National Cemetery.¹

     Katharine Alicia Williams was born in 1834.¹ As of 1851,her married name was Upshur.¹ She married Rear-Admiral John Henry Upshur (Nottingham), son of John Evans Nottingham and Elizabeth Parker Upshur, in 1851.¹ Katharine Alicia Williams died on 22 August 1864.¹

     Custis Parke Upshur was born on 21 August 1852.¹ He attended the US Naval Academy, but failed to graduate. In spite of this disappointment, the Navy remained a dominant interest throughout his life.¹ He married Margaret Louise Trenchard, daughter of Dr. Curtis Trenchard and Marion (-----), on 5 December 1876. She was a descendant of George E. Trenchard of Salem, New York, attorney for King George II in 1740.¹ Custis Parke Upshur died on 9 October 1920 at Norfolk, VA, at age 68.¹ Custis was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington Co, VA.¹

     Margaret Louise Trenchard was born on 1 April 1858.¹ As of 5 December 1876,her married name was Upshur.¹ She married Custis Parke Upshur, son of Rear-Admiral John Henry Upshur (Nottingham) and Katharine Alicia Williams, on 5 December 1876. She was a descendant of George E. Trenchard of Salem, New York, attorney for King George II in 1740.¹

     Dr. Curtis Trenchard was born circa 1830.¹ He married Marion (-----) circa 1855.¹

     Marion (-----) was born circa 1835.¹ As of circa 1855,her married name was Trenchard.¹ She married Dr. Curtis Trenchard circa 1855.¹

     Kate Marion Upshur was born on 3 March 1878.¹ As of 31 December 1901,her married name was Brown.¹ She married Dr. Alexander Gustavus Brown Jr., son of Rev. Alexander Gustavus Brown and Fannie Cooksey, on 31 December 1901.¹ Kate Marion Upshur died on 4 October 1976 at age 98.¹

     George Littleton Upshur was born on 8 February 1856 at Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC.¹ He prepared for college at St. Paul's School, Concord, New Hampshire, but instead of entering Harvard in 1872 he joined his elder brother Custis in Portland Organ. From there young Upshur went to San Francisco and became confidential representative of the "Bonanza Kings" and enjoyed a personal acquaintance with the leading financial figures of the West. Returning to the East in 1881 he became one of the founders of the National Petroleum Exchange, and was associated with the great forces directing the destiny of the nation, financially and otherwise, throughout a long and fascinating life.¹ He married Minnie Milliken, daughter of David Milliken, on 24 March 1885.¹ George Littleton Upshur died on 24 April 1938 at New York City, NY, at age 82.¹ George was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Washington, DC.¹

     Kate Upshur was born on 12 March 1861.¹ As of 6 February 1883,her married name was Moorhead.¹ She married Frank Turner Moorhead, son of John Moorhead and Anna Catherine (-----), on 6 February 1883. He was of the Vesuvious Iron Works of Pittsburgh.¹

     Gertrude Upshur was born on 23 July 1862.¹ As of 31 August 1882,her married name was Hunt.¹ She married Judge William Henry Hunt, son of William Henry Hunt Sr. and Elizabeth Augusta Ridgely, on 31 August 1882. He was of San Francisco, CA. He was Governor of Puerto Rico, 1901-1904.¹

     Judge William Henry Hunt was born on 5 November 1857 at New Orleans, LA.¹ He married Gertrude Upshur, daughter of Rear-Admiral John Henry Upshur (Nottingham) and Katharine Alicia Williams, on 31 August 1882. He was of San Francisco, CA. He was Governor of Puerto Rico, 1901-1904.¹

     Helen Upshur Hunt was born on 28 February 1889 at Helena, Montana.¹ As of 22 May 1915,her married name was Conrad.¹ She married Barnaby Conrad Sr. on 22 May 1915.¹

     Barnaby Conrad Sr. was born on 19 October 1887 at San Francisco, CA.¹ He married Helen Upshur Hunt, daughter of Judge William Henry Hunt and Gertrude Upshur, on 22 May 1915.¹

     Eleanor Parke 'Nelly' Custis was born on 31 March 1779. She was born at either "Mount Airy" in Prince George's Co, MD or at "Abingdon" which is now the site of Reagan National Airport in Arlington Co, VA.¹ As of 22 February 1799,her married name was Lewis.¹ She married Lawrence Lewis on 22 February 1799. Nelly Custis married George Washington's nephew, the widower Lawrence Lewis of Fredericksburg, VA. Their wedding gift from the Washingtons was 2,000 acres adjacent to Mount Vernon on which they built Woodlawn Plantation.¹ Eleanor Parke 'Nelly' Custis died on 15 July 1852 at Audley, Clarke Co, VA, at age 73.¹ Eleanor was buried at Mount Vernon, Fairfax Co, VA.¹

     Capt. William George Williams was born in 1801.¹ He married America Pinckney Peter, daughter of Thomas Peter and Martha Parke 'Patsy' Custis, circa 1830.¹ Capt. William George Williams died in 1846.¹

     America Pinckney Peter was born in 1803.¹ She married Capt. William George Williams circa 1830.¹ As of circa 1830,her married name was Williams.¹ America Pinckney Peter died in 1843.¹

     Martha Custis Williams was born in 1827.¹ As of circa 1850,her married name was Carter.¹ She married Rear-Admrial Samuel P. Carter circa 1850.¹ Martha Custis Williams died in 1899.¹

     Rear-Admrial Samuel P. Carter was born circa 1820.¹ He married Martha Custis Williams, daughter of Capt. William George Williams and America Pinckney Peter, circa 1850.¹

     Columbia Wingfield Williams 1828 was born on 11 July 1828 at Tudor Place, Georgetown, DC.² As of circa 1850,her married name was Upshur.¹ She married Abel Brown Upshur, son of John Brown Upshur I and Mary 'Molly' Elizabeth Stith, circa 1850.¹ Columbia Wingfield Williams 1828 died on 18 April 1886 at age 57.² Columbia was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Washington, DC.³

     Abel Brown Upshur was born on 25 October 1821 at Rose Cottage, Acc Co, VA.³ He married Columbia Wingfield Williams 1828, daughter of Capt. William George Williams and America Pinckney Peter, circa 1850.¹ He spent most of his life in Washington and Baltimore and was in the service of the Navy Department prior to 1881. During the Civil War he served in the Office of Ordance and Hydrography of the Confederate Navy in Richmond.² Abel Brown Upshur died on 6 February 1895 at age 73.⁴ Abel was buried at Oak Hill Cemetery, Washington, DC.⁴

     Benedict Swingate Calvert was born circa 1725.¹

     Lawrence Lewis was born in 1767.¹ He married Eleanor Parke 'Nelly' Custis, daughter of John Parke 'Jackie' (560) Custis and Eleanor 'Nellie' Calvert, on 22 February 1799. Nelly Custis married George Washington's nephew, the widower Lawrence Lewis of Fredericksburg, VA. Their wedding gift from the Washingtons was 2,000 acres adjacent to Mount Vernon on which they built Woodlawn Plantation.¹ Lawrence Lewis died in 1839.¹

     Frances Parke Lewis was born in 1799.¹ She died in 1875.¹

     Lorenzo Lewis was born in 1803.¹ He died in 1847.¹

     Mary Eliza Lewis was born in 1813.¹ She died in 1839.¹

     Elizabeth Parke 'Eliza' Custis was born in 1776.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Law.¹ She married Thomas Law circa 1800.¹ Elizabeth Parke 'Eliza' Custis died in 1831.¹

     Thomas Law was born circa 1775.¹ He married Elizabeth Parke 'Eliza' Custis, daughter of John Parke 'Jackie' (560) Custis and Eleanor 'Nellie' Calvert, circa 1800.¹

     Martha Parke 'Patsy' Custis was born in 1777.¹ As of circa 1800,her married name was Peter.¹ She married Thomas Peter circa 1800.¹ Martha Parke 'Patsy' Custis died in 1854.¹

     Thomas Peter was born circa 1775.¹ He married Martha Parke 'Patsy' Custis, daughter of John Parke 'Jackie' (560) Custis and Eleanor 'Nellie' Calvert, circa 1800.¹

     John Nottingham was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 21 March 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John and named executor in the will of Jacob Nottingham, wife Elizabeth.² He married Margaret 'Peggy' Nottingham, daughter of Severn Nottingham Senr. and Elizabeth Evans, on 27 December 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. Isaac Bratten was the security on the M.L.B. of John Nottingham and Peggy Nottingham, daughter of Severn Nottingham, who gave consent. They were married by E. Baker.³ John Nottingham was named as the executor of a will on 26 November 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law John Nottingham and named executor in the will of Severn Notthingham Senr.⁴ He died before 11 April 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator Jacob Nottingham. Appraisers: William Williams, William Wilkins, John Williams and Southey Goffigon. Inventory and Appraisement taken on November 29, 1809. Account of Sales. Lists Margaret Nottingham, widow. Audit and Settlement. Jacob Nottingham administrator. Recorded on December 10, 1810. Division of Slaves and Land. Recorded on February 14, 1814. Heirs: John Nottingham and William Nottingham. "Agreeable to an order of Court we have divided the lands belonging to the heirs of John Nottingham dec. in the following manner (to wit) 200 acres of the manor plantation lying on the seaside for one lot, and 60 acres the balance of the said plantation with 143 ½ acres lying on a prong of Old Plantation for the other lot, and that William Nottingham one of said heirs drew the above mentioned 200 acres for his proportion, of course the other lot falls to John Nottingham orphan the other heir. Division of the slaves of John Nottingham, dec'd. The Negroes belonging to the said heirs (to wit) James, Nat, Joe, Liddy and Leah to receive $12 ½ for the first lot and Lity, Worton, Edy & child and Comfort, to pay said $12 ½ for the other and last lot - and the last mentioned lot said William Nottingham drew for his proportion of course the first mentioned lot falls to said John Nottingham orphan. Given under our hands 29th Sept 1813. John Goffigon and William Jarvis Senr. On June 9, 1828. Leonard B. Nottingham was appointed administrator. Bond $500. OB 38 page 205. Audit and Settlement. Leonard B. Nottingham administrator. Begins in July 1828. December 11, 1828, "Received of Leonard B. Nottingham administrator de bonis non of John Nottingham dec'd one hundred and fifteen dollars seventy one cents in full for the one half of the balance due upon the audit of the said John Nottingham dec'd from the said Leonard B. Nottingham adm aforesaid & being Wm E. Nottingham dec'd portion of said balance." Signed, John W. Luker adm de bonis non of William E. Nottingham dec'd. March 31, 1829. "Received of Leonard B. Nottingham adm de bonis non of John Nottingham dec'd one hundred and seventeen dollars 87/100 in full for John E. Nottingham's one half of the balance due on the audit of the said John Nottingham deceased." Signed, Litt Upshur adm of John E. Nottingham. Recorded on April 13, 1829.¹

     Margaret 'Peggy' Nottingham was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.² She married John Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham and Elizabeth (-----), on 27 December 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. Isaac Bratten was the security on the M.L.B. of John Nottingham and Peggy Nottingham, daughter of Severn Nottingham, who gave consent. They were married by E. Baker.² As of 27 Dec 1788 (bond),her married name was Nottingham.² Margaret was named in her father's will on 26 November 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Peggy Nottingham in the will of Severn Notthingham Senr. He also named son-in-law John Notthingham as an executor.³ She died before 8 October 1810 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Severn Nottingham Senr. was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Severn was named in his father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Severn in the codicil to the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.³ He married Elizabeth Evans, daughter of Arthur Evans and Mary (-----), on 10 February 1769 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Severn Nottingham and Elizabeth Evans, daughter of Arthur Evans dec'd.¹ Severn made a will on 26 November 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. I give and bequeath to my son Severn Nottingham Jr. the westward part of my plantation bounding on the eastside of the same by a ditch separating my corn field from my oat field and running straight with the said ditch into the branch, also that part of my woodland which lies easterly of the valley making up from the branch and southerly from the path and field all that part up to the county road which is in woods. All the balance of my land I give to my son Smith Nottingham & his heirs. I also give my said son Smith Nottingha the following Negroes; Great Jim, Fanny & child Comfort. I give my son Severn Nottingham Jacob, Adah & child & Old Lydia. I give to my daughter Peggy Nottingham Jack, Joe, Little Jim, Lity & Lea. It is my desire my said son Severn Nottingham should have my son Smith’s land at a reasonable rent and not an oak to be cut off until he my son Smith arrives to lawful age. All the remaining part of my estate I leave to be equally divided among my three children, Severn, Smith and Peggy Nottingham. I nominate my son in law John Nottingham and son Severn Nottingham to be my executors. Signed, Severn Nottingham. Witnesses: Nathl Goffigon, Thomas Nottingham and William Stockley.² He died before 13 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Administrators Severn and John Nottingham. Appraisers: William Stratto, Azariah William, Thomas Stockley and John William. Inventory and Appraisement taken on December 14, 1802. Audit and Settlement. Severn Nottingham Jr. and John Nottingham executors.²

     Elizabeth Evans was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 20 April 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth in the will of Arthur Evans, wife Mary.² She married Severn Nottingham Senr., son of Jacob Nottingham I and Mary (-----), on 10 February 1769 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Severn Nottingham and Elizabeth Evans, daughter of Arthur Evans dec'd.¹ As of 10 February 1769,her married name was Nottingham.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1720.¹ She married Arthur Evans, son of John Evans and Mary (-----), circa 1740.¹ As of circa 1740,her married name was Evans.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 20 April 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of Arthur Evans.¹

     Mary Evans was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 20 April 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Mary in the will of Arthur Evans, wife Mary.¹ She married Richard Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham I and Mary (-----), on 18 December 1776 at Northampton Co, VA. Edmund Glanville was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Nottingham and Mary Evans, daughter of Arthur Evans dec'd.² As of 18 December 1776,her married name was Nottingham.² Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 13 January 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Nottingham was granted too Mary Nottingham.³

     Susanna Evans was born circa 1748 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Esther Evans was born circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Esther was named in her father's will on 20 April 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Esther in the will of Arthur Evans, wife Mary.¹

     John Evans was born circa 1744 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 20 April 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son John, under age 21, in the will of Arthur Evans, wife Mary.¹

     William Savage Jr was born circa 1780.¹ He married Margaret Scott Wilson 16 Jun 1821 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Wilkins was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Savage Jr. and Marg't Nottingham, widow of Wm. E. Nottingham.¹

     William Evans Nottingham was born on 5 November 1792 at Northampton Co, VA.² He married Margaret Scott Wilson 06 May 1814 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Savage Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of William E. Nottingham and Margaret S. Wilson, daughter of Anne Wilson who gave consent.³ William Evans Nottingham died before 13 March 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator John E. Nottingham. Bond $10,000. Appraisers: William S. Williams, Benjamin Scott, John N. Scott and Southey Goffigon. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on March 22, 1820. Recorded January 10, 1825. Audit and Settlement. John E. Nottingham administrator. Begins on March 23, 1820. Recorded on December 13, 1824. On December 8, 1828 John W. Luker was appointed administrator de bonis non on the estate of William E. Nottingham. Bond $300. Audit and Settlement. John W. Luker administrator. Receipt: "Received January 10th 1829 of Jno W. Luker adm to William E. Nottingham dec'd the sum of thirty five dollars 64 cents in full for my proportion of the above one hundred five dollars 93 cents which is one third." Signed Margaret Savage.⁴

     Margaret Scott Wilson was born circa 1795.¹ As of 6 May 1814,her married name was Nottingham.¹ She married William Evans Nottingham, son of John Nottingham and Margaret 'Peggy' Nottingham, 06 May 1814 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Savage Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of William E. Nottingham and Margaret S. Wilson, daughter of Anne Wilson who gave consent.¹ Margaret Scott Wilson married William Savage Jr 16 Jun 1821 (bond) at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Wilkins was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Savage Jr. and Marg't Nottingham, widow of Wm. E. Nottingham.¹ As of 16 Jun 1821 (bond),her married name was Savage.¹

     Jacob Nottingham was born circa 1735 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Jacob was named in his father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Jacob in the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.² He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1756.¹ Jacob made a will on 21 March 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. To my loving wife [no name] the plantation whereon I now live during her life to bring up my children. To George Powell n. Jenny. To Jonathan Fitchett. To James Fitchett when of age, boy James. To my son John the plantation I lately bought, and the plantation I now live on after the death of his mother. All my personal estate to be div. by my seven youngest children [no names] at wife's death. Son John extr. Witt: David Barret, Isaac Bratton.¹ He died before 8 December 1789 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Elizabeth Nottingham and John Nottingham qualified.¹

     Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1740.¹ She married Jacob Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham I and Mary (-----), circa 1756.¹ As of circa 1756,her married name was Nottingham.¹ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 21 March 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my loving wife (no name) in the will of Jacob Nottingham and named as Elizabeth Nottingham at probate.¹ She died before 1 February 1810.²

     Jacob Nottingham I was born circa 1686 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1725. Jacob was named in his father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jacob in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.² Jacob made a will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. To son Thomas all my land, but for want of heirs to my son Jacob. To my dau. Tamar. To dau. Peggy. To dau. Mary. To loving wife Mary the use of plantation and whole estate to bring up my children. Wife and my son Thomas extrs. Witt: Addison Nottingham, Alexander Melvill. Codicil - To my son Southy. To my son Richard. To my son Severn.¹ He died before 14 April 1747 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     Thomas Nottingham was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Thomas in the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.¹ He married Scarburgh (422) Godwin, daughter of Joseph (174) Godwin III and Edith (50) Bayly, circa 1750.² Thomas was named in his son's will on 8 December 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my father Thomas in the will of Thomas Nottingham Jr., wife Margaret.³ Thomas made a will on 11 October 1796 at Northampton Co, VA. Being aged and not in health. To my loving wife Scarburgh the loan of entire estate during her life and then to be div. as follows. To my grandson William Nottingham 207 A. lying on the north side of my plantation where I now live beginning at the north side of the land I purchased of Widgen and so to begin at the head of the land joyning John Eyer and to run a due east course to the marsh. To my granddau. Sally Nottingham n. girl Dinah and a dressing table. To my three grandsons Samuel, John, and William Williams sons of John Williams and Edith Williams £20 each. To my two grandsons Thomas Nottingham Williams and John Scarburgh Williams sons of William Williams and Mary Williams £40 each. All five of them to be paid in gold or silver as they come of age. To my son Jacob Nottingham the land I purchased of Rispus Lüng on Kings Creek. To my son William 355 A., the balance of my land. To Ann Wilson $20. Resid. legatees Margaret Williams, John Brickhouse, my son William Nottingham, and Robert Brickhouse('s) surviving children. Son William and John Brickhouse extrs. Witt: Richard Nottingham, Benjamin Scott, John Nottingham. (Note: Although not dated in the "standard" fashion, the date 11 Oct. 1796 is inscribed (without any apparent connection to the text) within the body of the will.).⁴ He died before 10 July 1797 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. The will named extr. was indicated as John Brickhouse, Jr.⁴

     Tamar Nottingham was born circa 1737 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Tamar was named in her father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Tamar in the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.¹

     Peggy Nottingham was born circa 1739 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Peggy was named in her father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Peggy in the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.¹

     Mary Nottingham was born circa 1741 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 25 November 1760,her married name was Belote.² She married Edward Belote on 25 November 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. Adderson Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Belote and Mary Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham dec'd.²

     Southy Nottingham was born circa 1743 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Southy was named in his father's will on 4 January 1746/47 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard in the codicil to the will of Jocob Nottinghan, wife Mary.¹

     Mary Clark was born circa 1654 at Northampton Co, VA.² Mary was named in her father's will on 18 February 1665 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter (under 15), no name, in the will of Richard Clarke, wife Elizabeth, and shown as the youngest daughter Mary Clarke at probate.² As of 29 January 1672,her married name was Nottingham.³ She married Richard Nottingham II, son of Richard Nottingham I and Elizabeth Haddon, on 29 January 1672 at Northampton Co, VA.³ Mary was named in her father-in-law's will on 19 February 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter (meaning step-daughter) Mary Nottingham, wife of Richard Nottingham Jr. in the will of Teague Harman, planter, wife Elizabeth. He also named Mary Nottingham Jr., daughter of Mary Nottingham Sr.⁴

     Richard Nottingham III was born circa 1684 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Richard was named as an heir on 19 February 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham Jr., in the will of Teague Harman, planter, wife Elizabeth.² Richard was named in his father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Richard, one of my 4 youngest children in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹ He married Ann (-----) circa 1750.³ Richard made a will on 9 June 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. Nuncup. To loving wife Anne all my estate. Witt: Isaac Nottingham, Custis Kendall.³ He died on 11 July 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. The widow Anne qualified.³

     Johnson Nottingham was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Johnson was named in her father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughterJohnson Nottingham one of my 3 youngest children in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹ Johnson was named in her mother's will on 16 May 1741 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Johnson Eshon in the will of Elizabeth Nottingham, widow of Richard.²

     Joseph Nottingham was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joseph was named in his father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joseph one of my 4 youngest children in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹
Joseph was named in his mother's will on 16 May 1741 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Joseph Nottingham, under age, in the will of Elizabeth Nottingham, widow of Richard.²

     Joshua Nottingham was born circa 1728 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joshua was named in his father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joshua one of my 4 youngest children in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹
Joshua was named in his mother's will on 16 May 1741 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Joshua Nottingham, under age, in the will of Elizabeth Nottingham, widow of Richard.² Joshua made a will on 26 December 1757 at Northampton Co, VA. To my wife [no name] her side saddle, my looking glass, one foot wheel, the best bed and furniture in the house, 17 yards of new worsted, and a piece of Virginia linen at the weaver's. Resid. legatees wife and children [no names]. Friend Addison Nottingham extr. Witt: Addison Nottingham, Thomas Nottingham, Nottingham 'X' Monk.³ He died before 14 February 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.³

     Clark Nottingham was born circa 1688 at Northampton, VA.¹ He married Mary Smith, daughter of Thomas Smith, circa 1710.² Clark was named as an appraiser of an estate on 21 June 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Abraham Jacob, Pierce Davis, Clerk Nottingham & Peter Cleg were named to appraise the estate of Delves Newton, wife Martha.³ Clark was named in his brother's will on 16 December 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Clark in the will of Joseph Nottingham, wife Bridget.⁴ Clark was named in his father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Clark in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹ Clark was named as an appraiser of an estate on 9 December 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Matthew Harmanson, Clark Nottingham, Rickets Dunton & Jacob Waterfield were named to appraise the estate of Solomon Walter, Tabitha Walter relict.⁵ Clark made a will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. To Matthew Harmanson all my land in Hungars Neck adjoining him for his paying 26s 6p per A., the same being 28 A. To my son Abel 150 A. bought of Philip Jacob, and n. boy Leue. To loving wife Mary n. woman Nan and n. girl Rachel. To dau. Peggy Matthews n. wench Hepe. To my son Abel the child that Hepe goes with, Hope to keep the child until it is 18 months old. To dau. Neomy Jacob n. girl Cis. Remaining estate to be eq. div. by wife, my son Abel and my grown son (grand son?) Clark, and the child lately born of my dau. Santacue to have an eq. share out of the third part given my grandson Clark Nottingham. Wife and my (son) Abel extrs. Witt: John Water, Philip Jacob, Richards 'X' Dunton.² He died before 12 October 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Sarah Nottingham was born circa 1692 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 2 September 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Sarah Nottingham in the will of Richard Notthinham Sr., wife Elizabeth.¹
As of circa 1730,her married name was Tilney.² She married John Tilney III circa 1730.²

     Mary Smith was born circa 1690 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She married Clark Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham II and Mary Clark, circa 1710.³ As of circa 1715,her married name was Nottingham.³ Mary was named in her father's will on 28 May 1728 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Mary Nottingham in the will of Thomas Smith, antient & sickly.² Mary was named in her husband's will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary in the will of Clark Nottingham.³

     Abel Nottingham was born circa 1715 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Abel was named in his father's will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Abel in the will of Clark Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Peggy Nottingham was born circa 1717 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Peggy was named in her father's will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Peggy Matthews in the will of Clark Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Neomy Nottingham was born circa 1719 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Neomy was named in her father's will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Neomy Jaocb in the will of Clark Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Santacue Nottingham was born circa 1721 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Santacue was named in her father's will on 3 June 1736 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Santacue in the will of Clark Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Bartholomew Nottingham was born circa 1690 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Bartholomew was named as administrator of an estate on 15 November 1715 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Nottingham was granted to Barthomelow Nottingham, brother of the dec'd.² Bartholomew was named as administrator of an estate on 20 November 1716 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Benjamin Nottingham was granted to Bartholomew Nottingham son of the dec'd on behalf of himself and the rest of his brethren. Apprs: Robert Widgon, Richard Carvy, John Granger, John Duglas.¹

     Joseph Nottingham was born circa 1680 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joseph was named as an heir on 19 February 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham Jr., in the will of Teague Harman, planter, wife Elizabeth.² He married Bridget Addison circa 1710.¹ Joseph Nottingham died before 14 June 1721 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Bridget Addison was born circa 1690 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1705,her married name was Nottingham.¹ She married Joseph Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham II and Mary Clark, circa 1710.¹ Bridget was named in her husband's will on 16 December 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife in the will of Joseph Nottinghton and as Bridget Nottingham at probate.¹

     Robert Nottingham was born circa 1718 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Robert was named in his father's will on 16 December 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robert in the will of Joseph Nottingham, wife Bridget.¹ He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.² Robert made a will before 12 March 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. To my loving wife (no name) during her widowhood entire estate and then my plantation whereon I now live to my son Joseph. To son Joseph my gun, sword, and cuttouch box. Brother Addison Nottingham and John Kendall to pay off my son what is given him at my wife's death. Remaining estate to be div. by my three daus. (no names). Wife extrx. Witt: John Kendall, Addison Nottingham, Elizabeth 'X' Nottingham.² He died before 12 March 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Testator's name shown as Robert Nottingham, Jr., and his extrx. as Elizabeth Nottingham.²

     Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1720.¹ As of circa 1738,her married name was Nottingham.¹ She married Robert Nottingham, son of Joseph Nottingham and Bridget Addison, circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her husband's will before 12 March 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife in the will of Robert Nottingham and as Elizabeth Nottingham at probate.¹

     Joseph Nottingham was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joseph was named in his father's will before 12 March 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joseph in the will of Robert Nottingham, wife Elizabeth.¹

     3 Daughters Nottingham was born circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ 3 was named in her father's will before 12 March 1744 at Northampton Co, VA. They were shown only as my three daughters in the will of Robert Nottingham, wife Elizabeth.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1670 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1690,her married name was Nottingham.¹ She married William Nottingham, son of Richard Nottingham I and Elizabeth Haddon, circa 1690 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 5 November 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife in the will of William Nottingham and as Mary Nottingham at probate.¹

     Elizabeth Nottingham was born circa 1692 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1715,her married name was Monk.¹ She married (-----) Monk circa 1715.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 5 November 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth Munk in the will of William Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     (-----) Monk was born circa 1690.¹ He married Elizabeth Nottingham, daughter of William Nottingham and Mary (-----), circa 1715.¹

     Susanna Nottingham was born circa 1695 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Susanna was named in her father's will on 5 November 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Susanna Nottingham in the will of William Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Mary Nottingham was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 5 November 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Nottingham in the will of William Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     Sarah Nottingham was born circa 1702 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 5 November 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah Nottingham in the will of William Nottingham, wife Mary.¹

     John Nottingham was born circa 1692 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He died before 15 November 1715 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Nottingham was granted to Barthomelow Nottingham, brother of the dec'd.¹

     Edward Marvin Merrill was born in 1886. He married Jessie Lee Callahan, daughter of Henry W. Callahan and Ella M. (-----), circa 1910. Edward Marvin Merrill died in 1969.

     Edward Filmore Merrill was born in 1858. He married Harriet? Elizabeth Clark circa 1885. Edward Filmore Merrill died in 1913.

     Jessie Lee Callahan was born in April 1887 at NJ. She married Edward Marvin Merrill, son of Edward Filmore Merrill and Harriet? Elizabeth Clark, circa 1910. As of circa 1910,her married name was Merrill. Jessie Lee Callahan died in 1942 at Pocomoke City, MD.