Person Page - 700

     Theodosia Ayres was born circa 1865.¹ She married Purnell H. Chesser, son of Erastus P. Chesser and Harriet P. Brittingham, on 19 December 1883 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Purnell H. Chesser, a 24 year old store keeper, the son of Eastus & Harriet Chesser and she was shown as Theodosia Ayres, age 18, the daughter of Robt & Emaline Ayres.¹ As of 19 December 1883,her married name was Chesser.¹

     Gordon Warren Godwin Chesser was born on 31 January 1913 at Baltimore, MD.¹ He died on 11 June 1966 at Bryn Mawr, PA, at age 53.¹

     Martha Olivia Godwin was born on 1 October 1899 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1920,her married name was Saheuerman.¹ She died on 20 May 1941 at Baltimore, MD, at age 41.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1730. She married Major Davis, son of Thomas Davis and Ann Stakes, circa 1750. As of circa 1750,her married name was Davis.

     Thomas Davis was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his father's will on 31 March 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas in the will of Major Davis.² Thomas was named in his sister's will on 3 August 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Thomas in the will of Agnes Davis.³

     Agnes Davis was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Agnes was named in her father's will on 31 March 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Agnes in the will of Major Davis. He gave her £50.¹ Agnes made a will on 3 August 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. To brother William Davis' children, Elizabeth, David & Nancy the 50 £ cash left me by my father & now in the estate of my brother William. To brother Thomas Davis. To niece Peggy Davis. Niece Elizabeth Davis. Niece Nancy Davis. Brother Thomas Davis & my brother William's children resid, legatees. Brother Thomas & sister in law Sarah Davis Exrs. Witt: Joseph Matthews, William Hinman.² She died before 26 June 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.²

     Henry Davis was born circa 1725.¹ He married Keziah Kellam, daughter of Joseph Kellam and Patience Savage, circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry Davis died before 27 January 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Davis was granted to Keziah Davis with John Ashby & Rowland Savage securities. According to Whitelaw, a lack of Davis wills left the succession uncertain, but a study of bounds for adjacent lands revealed that Henry was succeeded by a son William and he by a son John. This John Davis died in 1823 and left the part south of a little brach to James Hyslop, and the part above the branch to his sister Betty Hutchinson and her heirs.^1,2

     Keziah Kellam was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Henry Davis circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1762,her married name was Davis.¹ Keziah was named as administrator of an estate on 27 January 1778 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Davis was granted to Keziah Davis with John Ashby & Rowland Savage securities.¹ Keziah was named in her father's will on 18 January 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Keziah Davis in the will of Joseph Kellam.²

     Rowland Savage was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.² Rowland was named in his father's will on 2 May 1739 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Rowland Savage in the will of Richard Savage. He was given land purchased of Parker Savage.² Rowland made a will on 14 November 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Kendal Savage 44 acres adjcent Hannah Hyslop, also 10 acres on the South end of Cedar Island. To son Robinson Savage all the remainder of my land. To grandaughter Peggy Savage. To son Babel Savage. To daughter Nanny. To daughter Susanna Davis. Son in law George Ashby. Children residual legatees. Sons Kendal & Robinson Exrs. - Witt: William F. Ross, Isaac Waterfield - Isaiah Kelly.¹ He died before 25 January 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Henry Davis was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He died in 1812 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     John Davis was born circa 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 7 January 1791 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Davis in the will of William Davis, wife Susannah.¹ He died before 24 November 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Goldie May Taylor was born on 26 February 1887 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She died on 15 September 1954 at Leland Memorial Hospital, Riverdale, Prince George Co, MD, at age 67.¹

     Josephine 'Josie' Etta Taylor was born on 26 September 1888 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She died on 11 February 1905 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 16.¹

     Bertha 'Bert' Columbus Taylor was born on 13 March 1890 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He died on 23 February 1977 at Baltimore, MD, at age 86.¹ Bertha was buried at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Baltimore, MD.¹

     Ida B. Taylor was born on 13 June 1896 at Mearsville, Acc Co, VA.¹ She died on 24 August 1980 at Baltimore, MD, at age 84.¹ Ida was buried at Oak Lawn Cemetery, Baltimore, MD.¹

     Edna Carola Taylor was born on 8 June 1899 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She died on 14 June 1965 at Leland Memorial Hospital, Prince George Co, MD, at age 66.¹ Edna was buried at Ft. Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Prince George Co, MD.¹

     Polly Bloxom was born circa 1790 at Northampton, VA.¹ Polly was named in her father's will on 6 June 1796 at Northampton, VA. She was shown as a daughter Polly Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Polly.¹

     Thomas Johnson was born circa 1782 at Northampton, VA.¹ Thomas was named as an heir on 19 February 1790 at Northampton, VA. He was shown as my wife's son Thomas Johnson in the will of Robinson Johnson.¹ Thomas was named as an heir on 6 June 1796 at Northampton, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law (meaning step-son) in the will of William Bloxom, wife Polly.²

     Lucey Johnson was born circa 1784 at Northampton, VA.¹ Lucey was named as an heir on 6 June 1796 at Northampton, VA. She was shown as my daughter-in-law (meaning step-daughter) Lucey Johnson in the will of William Bloxom, wife Polly.¹

     Catherine 'Kitty' Lecat Bloxom was born circa 1791 at Northampton, VA.¹ Catherine was named in her father's will on 6 June 1796 at Northampton, VA. She was shown as my daughter Kitty Lecat Bloxom and given one gold broach in the will of William Bloxom, wife Polly.¹ She died before 13 February 1809 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Catherine Bloxom was granted to Thomas Johnson.²

     John Bloxom was born circa 1715 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He received land as a gift in 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. According to Mary Frances Carey's Bloxom family research, this John Bloxom was a mainer with a wife Sarah in 1773 (Onancock), got 100 acres from his father in 1736 and sold it in 1738.² He married Sarah (-----) circa 1766.³ John Bloxom bought land in 1772 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that John Bloxom bought Lot No. 9 in Onancock from George Parker and in 1773 he and his wife Sarah sold to John Powell.⁴ John was named as an heir on 28 January 1775 at Northampton, VA. He was shown as John Bloxom and given 10 shillings in the will of Joseph Dolby, wife Jean.⁵ He bought land in 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Bloxom bought 18 acres of the Adam Watt part of tract A175 from George Collins and his wife Rachel (relict of Jame Watts). In 1779, Bloxom and his wife Sarah, now of N'hamp, sold to Ebenezer Whendon.³ He bought land in 1779 at Northampton, VA. It was in this year that John Bloxom bought 11 1/2 acres of tract N55 from John Bowdoin.⁶ He was named as the executor of a will on 8 July 1784 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that John Bloxom was named Extr. and was to oversee crop and family in the will of Elias Stott.⁷ On 13 Feb 1787 in N'hamp Co, John Bloxom was named as one of the appraisers of the estate of Spencer Dalby.⁸ John was named as administrator of an estate on 9 April 1788 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Charles Wright was granted to John Bloxom.⁹ John witnessed a will on 10 April 1793 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that George Craik, Griffin Stith, John Bloxom and John Turpin took oath and proved the will of Thomas Upshur.¹⁰ John was named in his son's will on 6 June 1796 at Northampton, VA. It was evidently this John Bloxom who was named as my father (no name) and given my great coat and hat in the will of William Bloxom, wife Polly. This is based on the fact that his John Bloxom was the only other Bloxom in N'hamp County during this period.¹¹ He died before 11 December 1820 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Bloxom was granted to Thomas Johnson.¹

     Robert Clegg was born circa 1760.¹ He married Mary 'Polly' (192) Doughty, daughter of Hezekiah (115) Doughty and Mary (-----), 24 Dec 1798 (bond) at Northampton, VA. Stuart Sanders was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Clegg and Polly Bloxom.¹

     John Bloxom was born circa 1700.¹ He died before 10 December 1751 at Northampton, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Blockson was granted to the Sheriff who was ordered to dispose of the estate.¹

     Ann Bloxom was born circa 1766 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom, wife Ann.¹

     Zorobabel 'Bable' Bloxom was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Zorobabel was named in his father's will on 15 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Bable in the will of Ezekiel Bloxom, wife Ann.¹

     Abbott Bloxom was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Abbott was named in his father's will on 3 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Abbott Bloxom in the will of Nicholas Bloxom, wife Catharine.¹ He died before 28 February 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Abbott Bloxom was granted to Isaac Waterfield with John Read Jr. & Eli Hornsby securities.²

     Leah Bloxom was born circa 1750.¹ Leah was named in her father's will on 3 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Leah Bloxom in the will of Nicholas Bloxom, wife Catharine.¹

     Leah (-----) was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1785,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Joshua Bloxom, son of Woodman Bloxom Jr., circa 1787.¹

     Rachel (-----) was born circa 1730.¹ As of circa 1750,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Moses Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1750.¹ Rachel was named in her husband's will on 14 March 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Rachel in the will of Moses Bloxom.¹

     Athalia (-----) was born circa 1750.¹ As of circa 1770,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Levi Bloxom, son of Thomas Bloxom Sr. and Patience Parks (Parks?), circa 1770.¹ Athalia was named as administrator of an estate on 29 June 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levi Bloxom was granted to Athalia Bloxom with William Andrews & Daniel Kelly securities.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1764,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married William Bloxom, son of Nicholas Bloxom and (-----) Hinman, circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary Bloxom and give 1/3 of my land during her widowhood in the will of William Bloxom.¹

     Naomi Bloxom was born circa 1764.¹ As of before 15 November 1788,her married name was Baker.¹ She married (-----) Baker before 15 November 1788.¹ Naomi was named in her father's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Naomi Baker in the will of William Bloxom, wife Mary.¹

     (-----) Baker was born circa 1760.¹ He married Naomi Bloxom, daughter of William Bloxom and Mary (-----), before 15 November 1788.¹

     Francis Bloxom was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Francis was named in his father's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Francis Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Mary.¹

     Rebecca Bloxom was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rebecca was named in her father's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Rebecca Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Mary.¹

     George Bloxom was born circa 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ George was named in his father's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as one of my 2 youngest son George Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Mary. They were given 9 months each schooling.¹

     Abbott Bloxom was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Abbott was named in his father's will on 15 November 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as one of my 2 youngest sons Abbott Bloxom in the will of William Bloxom, wife Mary. They were given 9 months each schooling.¹

     Rachel (-----) was born circa 1770.¹ As of circa 1790,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Nicholas Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Mary (-----), circa 1790.¹

     Naomi (-----) was born circa 1730.¹ As of circa 1750,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married William Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1750.¹

     Thomas Bell was born circa 1640.² He married Cohole (-----) circa 1665.² Thomas made a will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Elias Bell plantation where I now live containing 150 acres. To son Joseph Bell the remainder of my land containing 150 acres. Wife "Cohole" residual legatee & Exec. To the rest of my children, Thomas Bell, Jr., Sarah Kelle, Oliver Bell, Edward Bell, Mary Hard 12 pence each. Witt: Witherinton Fitchett, Samuel Davis, Benjamin Coe.² He died before 1 November 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Cohole (-----) was born circa 1645.¹ As of circa 1665,her married name was Bell.² She married Thomas Bell circa 1665.² Cohole was named in her husband's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Cohole in the will of Thomas Bell.²

     Elias Bell was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA.² Elias was named in his father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Elias Bell in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.²
He died before 30 July 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elias Bell was granted to Elizabeth Bell with Thomas Tatham & William Bell securities.³

     Joseph Bell was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA.² Joseph was named in his father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son Joseph Bell in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.² He married Comfort (-----) circa 1740.³ Joseph made a will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. To Woodman Bloxom 53 acres. Wife Comfort to have use of the remainder of my land during her widow Son Oliver Bell. Daughter Comfort Bell. Daughter Mary Bell. 5 children Susannah, Grace, Oliver, Comfort & Mary Bell residual legatees. Wife Exec. Not witnessed.³ He died on 27 November 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Since is was not witnessed, it was proved by Thomas Bloxom, John Ross. Deposition of Thomas Bloxom: That the foregoing will was written by him at the direction of the testator, and that the devise to Woodman Bloxom was not by his direction, but was desired so to do by Woodman who had the consent of the said Joseph for that purpose, as he told him, and that after he had wrote it he read it to the said Joseph who made no objection, but before he signed it the said Joseph was taken out of his senses and so remained while this deponent stayed. John Ross also deposed that he heard the said will read to the said testator. It is the opinion of the Court that the same is sufficiently proved, and ordered to be admitted to record.³

     Thomas Bell Jr. was born circa 1666 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Thomas Bell Jr. in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.¹

     Oliver Bell was born circa 1670 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Oliver was named in his father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Oliver Bell in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.¹

     Edward Bell was born circa 1672 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He bought land in 1701 at tract A133, Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Bell bought the eastern 101 acres withing tract A133 from John & Sarah Kelly.² On 24 Mar 1703/4 the inventory and appraisal of the estate of Nicholas Bloxom was taken. It was presented by Edw'd Bell on 1 Aug 1704, signed by Thomas Perry, Ralph Justice, Richard Hinman & James Davis.³ He married Mary (-----) circa 1705.^4,3 Edward was named in his father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Edward Bell in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.¹
Edward made a will on 24 July 1742 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. To wife Mary 1/2 my land & plantation during her widow & then to my son William Bell. To son William Bell plantation where I now live containing 101 acres on Muddy Creek Branch. To grandaughter Susanna Bell. To son John Bell. Son Elias Bell. Daughter Tabitha Tathan. Daus. Elizabeth & Rachel Bell, they to be at age at 18. Daus. Mary, Elizabeth & Rachel residual legatees. Son William & wife Mary Exrs. Witt: Major Bird, John Bloxsom, Tabitha Bloxsom.⁴ He died before 29 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Bell heir at law to the testator.⁴ He left land in 1743 at tract A133, Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Edward Bell (wife Mary) left to a son William, about whom nothing further was found recorded, and the next owner was John Bell, possibly his brother. In 1760 John Bell (wife Elizabeth) left to his son William. In 1774 William and Bridgett Bell sold an indefinite acreage to James Aleworth, and 3 years later he and his wife Susannah sold as 80 acres to Elijah Bird. In 1777 the Bells sold 48 acres to Bird, and in 1791 he and his wife Bridgett sold it all as 120 acres to Major Bird.²

     Mary Bell was born circa 1674 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of before 30 June 1715,her married name was Hard.¹ She married (-----) Hard before 30 June 1715.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 30 June 1715 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Hard in the will of Thomas Bell, wife Cohole.¹

     (-----) Hard was born circa 1670.¹ He married Mary Bell, daughter of Thomas Bell and Cohole (-----), before 30 June 1715.¹

     Comfort (-----) was born circa 1720.¹ As of circa 1740,her married name was Bell.¹ She married Joseph Bell, son of Thomas Bell and Cohole (-----), circa 1740.¹ Comfort was named in her husband's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Comfort in the will of Joseph Bell.¹

     Oliver Bell was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Oliver was named in her father's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Oliver Bell in the will of Joseph Bell, wife Comfort.¹

     Comfort Bell was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Comfort was named in her father's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Comfort Bell in the will of Joseph Bell, wife Comfort.¹

     Mary Bell was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Bell in the will of Joseph Bell, wife Comfort.¹

     Susannah Bell was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Susannah was named in her father's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Susannah Bell in the will of Joseph Bell, wife Comfort.¹

     Grace Bell was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Grace was named in her father's will on 21 September 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Grace Bell in the will of Joseph Bell, wife Comfort.¹

     Sarah (-----) was born circa 1745.¹ She married John Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1766.¹ As of circa 1766,her married name was Bloxom.¹

     John Bloxom was born circa 1724 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Tabitha (-----) circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John made a will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Son John Bloxom. To wife Tabitha Bloxom whole estate during her widow Son Littleton Bloxom. Daughter Sarah Bloxom. Daughter Ann Bloxom. Bal. of estate to Sarah, Littleton & Ann Bloxom at their mother's death or marriage. Brother Thomas Bloxom Exr. Witt: Stephen Bloxom, Woodman Bloxom.¹ He died before 25 September 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     Tabitha (-----) was born circa 1726.¹ She married John Bloxom, son of Woodman Bloxom Sr. and Margaret Simpson, circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1744,her married name was Bloxom.¹ Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Tabitha Bloxom in the will of John Bloxom.¹

     Littleton Bloxom was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Lucretia (-----) circa 1770.² Littleton was named in his father's will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Littleton Bloxom in the will of John Bloxom, wife Tabitha.¹ Littleton was named in his sister's will on 18 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Littleton Bloxom in the will of Sarah Bloxom.³ He died before 29 November 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Littleton Bloxom was granted to Lucretia Bloxom with George Corbin, Jonathan Meers & Robert Small securities.²

     Sarah Bloxom was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Bloxom in the will of John Bloxom, wife Tabitha.¹ Sarah made a will on 18 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. Brother Littleton Bloxam. Sister Nancy More. Cousin Southey Bloxam. Uncle Thomas Bloxam. Brother Littleton Bloxam Exr. Witt: John Bloxam, Jr., Thomas Bloxam, Jr., Thomas Bloxam.² She died before 30 June 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.²

     Ann 'Nancy' Bloxom was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann Bloxom in the will of John Bloxom, wife Tabitha.¹ As of circa 1771,her married name was Moore.² She married (-----) Moore circa 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.² Ann was named in her sister's will on 18 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Nancy More in the will of Sarah Bloxom, brother Littleton Bloxom.²

     Lucretia (-----) was born circa 1750.¹ As of circa 1770,her married name was Bloxom.² She married Littleton Bloxom, son of John Bloxom and Tabitha (-----), circa 1770.² Lucretia was named as administrator of an estate on 29 November 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Littleton Bloxom was granted to Lucretia Bloxom with George Corbin, Jonathan Meers & Robert Small securities.²

     John Bloxom Jr. was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John witnessed a will on 18 December 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Bloxom Jr., Thomas Bloxom Jr. & Thomas Bloxom witnessed the will of Sarah Bloxom, brother Littleton Bloxom.² He died before 29 November 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Bloxom was granted to Henry Fletcher with George Corbin security.¹

     (-----) Moore was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Ann 'Nancy' Bloxom, daughter of John Bloxom and Tabitha (-----), circa 1771 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Patience Parks (Parks?) was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1748,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Thomas Bloxom Sr., son of Woodman Bloxom Sr. and Margaret Simpson, circa 1748.¹ Patience was named in her husband's will on 18 August 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Patience in the will of Thomas Bloxom.¹

     Susanna Reed Bloxom was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1775,her married name was Evans.¹ She married (-----) Evans circa 1775.¹ Susanna was named in her father's will on 18 August 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Susanna Reed Evans in the will of Thomas Bloxom, wife Patience.¹

     (-----) Evans was born circa 1750.¹ He married Susanna Reed Bloxom, daughter of Thomas Bloxom Sr. and Patience Parks (Parks?), circa 1775.¹

     Jonathan Watson was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Taylor circa 1786.³ Jonathan made a will on 6 March 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Zadock Watson land whereon I now live & ... To wife Nancy Watson a peaceable & quiet home on the premises whereon I now dwell & ... To son Zadock Watson & grandson Evans Lewis land called Piney Island. To Zadock Watson ½ of the land whereon he now lives & the other ½ to Purnell Watson & John Watson, son of Robert Watson. To wife Nancy Watson & Evans Lewis … To William Watson son of West(?) Watson in Worcester County Maryland land purchased of West Watson his father being in Worcester County. Witt: Joshua Whealton, William Sharpley & William Read Jr.⁴ He died before 30 July 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Zadock Watson became the Admr. with James Whealton & David S. Watts securities.^1,4

     Elizabeth Taylor was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Robert Watson III, son of Charles Watson and Sarah (-----), circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth Taylor married Jonathan Watson, son of Jonathan West 'Johannas' Watson and Sarah Wimbrough, circa 1786.² As of circa 1786,her married name was Watson.²

     Jonathan West 'Johannas' Watson was born circa 1735 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah Wimbrough circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.³ Jonathan made a will on 3 June 1805. To wife all my land & personal estate & other property & after her death or marriage, then to son James Watson all my land & he must pay his sisters & my grandchildren Tabitha Bloxom & Sally Watson £40 & Sarah Bloxom, Fanny Bloxom & Samuel Bloxom £5 each. Remainder to daughters Tabitha Bloxom & Sally Watson. Son James Watson Extr. Witt: George Warner, William B. Warner & Sally Warner.⁴ He died before 28 September 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Levi Dix & Savage Crippen securities.⁴

     Sarah Wimbrough was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Jonathan West 'Johannas' Watson, son of John Watson, circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1758,her married name was Watson.¹

     John Watson was born circa 1712 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John witnessed a will on 7 September 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Joseph Maxfield, John Watson, Jacob Hill & William Gore witnessed the will of Edward Mifflin, wife Mary.³ He died in 1743 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Robert Watson Sr. was born circa 1682 at present day Worcester Co, MD.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1705. Robert made a will on 24 January 1746 at Worcester Co, MD. I Robert Watson of Worcester County in the province of Maryland being something indisposed but of perfect mind and memory, blessed be God for it and calling to mind the uncertain estate of this transitory life that all flesh must yield unto death when it shall please God to call. First - I recommend my body to the earth from whence it came and my soul to God who gave it to be buried in a Christian like manner at the discretion of my Friends, nothing doubting but at the General Resurrection I shall received the same again by the mighty power of God to bestow upon me in this life I give and bestow in the following form and manner. - Imprimis: I give and bequeath to my son Charles Watson the plantation whereon I now dwell with all the land thereon to belonging by estimation 220 acres together with my water mill during his natural life and then to my grandson Robert Watson, son of Charles, to him and his heirs and assigns forever. Item: I give and bequeath to my grandson John Watson, son of John, when he arrives to the age of 18, and Elizabeth Wattson, daughter of John, a young Negro woman named Easter her and her increase to be equally divided between them forever. Item: I give and bequeath to my son Robert Watson 100 acres of land whereon he now lives together with a Negro girl called Cate to him and his heirs and assigns forever. Item: I give and bequeath to my daughter Mary Wharton one shilling sterling by way of discharge. Item: I give and bequeath to my daughter Rhoda Walker a Negro woman named Rose but the increase to my grandson Daniel Walker and his sister Mary Walker to be equally divided between them forever. Item: I give and bequeath to my grandson Robert Wattson McCally a Negro boy called Tom to him and his heirs and assigns forever. Item: I give and bequeath to my grandson Nathan Watson my Negro Girl called Leah to him and his heirs forever and also my large Bible which is not to be sold out of the family. Item: I give and bequeath to my grandson Robert Wattson, son of Charles, my plantation with my two stills to him and his heirs forever. Item: I give and bequeath unto my grandson Charles Wattson, son of Charles, a Negro boy called Munday to him and his heirs forever. Item: I give and bequeath unto my daughter Hannah Fisher one shilling sterling by way of discharge. I give and bequeath to my son Charles Watson 2 Negros namely George and Darkey to him and his heirs forever. But my will and desire is that my son Charles shall keep my wife in good sufficient meat and drink washing and lodging during her natural life with my son Charles, but no longer. Item: I give and bequeath to my son Charles Watson all the remainder of my estate not given by me before and do appoint him my whole and sole Executor of this my last will and testament denying all other wills, deeds, gifts, either by word of mouth or writing. Acknowledging this my last will and testament whereof I have hereunto set my hand and fixed by seal this 24 January 1746. Singed Robert (his 8 mark) Watson. Witt: William Aydelott Junr, William Veasey & Solomon Webb.^3,4 He died before 6 March 1746/47 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁴

     Jane (-----) was born circa 1650.¹ She married Peter Watson I, son of (f/o_Robt & Peter) Watson, circa 1668.¹ As of circa 1668,her married name was Watson.¹ Jane (-----) was named as a headright on 20 February 1679 at present-day Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Peter Watson was granted 250 acres of land in the southern part of present-day Worcester County by Lord Baltimore. This acreage was due him for tansporting himself, his wife Jane, and children Peter, John and Mary into the province of Maryland.²

     Robert Watson IV was born circa 1777 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah Davis 20 Oct 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Bowden was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Watson & Sarah Davis.^1,3 Robert Watson IV died before 1850.¹

     Sarah Davis was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Robert Watson IV, son of Robert Watson III and Elizabeth Taylor, 20 Oct 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Bowden was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Watson & Sarah Davis.^1,2 As of 20 Oct 1806 (bond),her married name was Watson.^1,2

     Robert Watson III was born circa 1733 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Elizabeth Taylor circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Robert made a will on 1 February 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. Land to be equally divided between my 2 sons John & Robert Watson. Wife Betty, John Watson, Robert Watson & unborn child residual legatees. Wife Exec. - Witt: Levin Marshall, John Taylor.² He died before 28 March 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.^1,2

     Charles Watson was born circa 1709 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah (-----) circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Charles was named in his father's will on 24 January 1746/47 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as my son Charles Watson in the will of Robert Watson Senr.² Charles made a will on 2 October 1759 at Worcester Co, MD.³ He died before 8 March 1764 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was probated.^1,3

     Sarah (-----) was born circa 1710. She married Charles Watson, son of Robert Watson Sr. and (-----) (-----), circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1730,her married name was Watson.¹

     George Edmunds was born circa 1770.¹ He married Nancy Metcalf, daughter of Charles Metcalf and Sarah Hooke, circa 1797.¹ George Edmunds died before 28 January 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Elizabeth Metcalf was born circa 1777 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She died in March 1789 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Levin Copes was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Sarah Hooke on 12 September 1787 at Accomack Co, VA. Southy Simpson was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Copes and Salley Metcalf.¹ Levin Copes died before 1 October 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Copes was granted to Sarah Copes with Mathis Outten and Robert Twiford securities.^2,3

     Richard Grinnalds III was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard was named in his father's will on 1 January 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Richard and given 50 acres where he now dwells in the will of Richard Grinalds, wife Mary. He was also given plantation where I now live containing 54 acres after his mother's widowhood.² He inherited land in 1774 at tract A105, south of Parksley, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that Richard Grinalds, wife Mary, left 100 acres of tract A105 to to his son Richard, and a later survey of adjacent properties showed that the land was a strip through the middle of the tract with the southeastern bounds along the line of A104. In 1787 Richard Grinnalds sold 30 acres at the northwest end to John Poulson, but the rest of the this land is believed to have remained in the Grinalds family for some time longer.³ Richard was named as administrator of an estate on 25 April 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Southy Grinalds was granted to Richard Grinalds with John Riley security.⁴ He was security on the administration of an estate on 24 February 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Wise was granted to Rachel Wise with Richard Grinalds security.⁵ He was security on the administration of an estate on 1 June 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Melson was granted to John Barnes with Richard Grinalds security.⁶ Richard was named as administrator of an estate on 1 August 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Rachel Wise was granted to Richard Grinalds with John Parker security.⁷ He married Rachel (-----) before 26 June 1790.⁸ Richard Grinnalds III sold land on 26 June 1790 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. Richard Grinalds & Rachel his wife, of Acc Co, to John Poulson for 59 pounds 29 1/2 acres of land in Acc Parish bounded by other Grinald's land, Thomas Wise's heirs, John Stevens, and John Poulson.⁸ He sold land on 27 March 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Grinalds & Rachel his wife to George Wright for £33:12 14 acres bounded by Richard Grinalds, Ralph Justice, John Dix Sr. & Solomon White.⁹ Richard witnessed a will on 12 October 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Cole & Richard Grinalds witnessed the will of Hartly Sappington.¹⁰ Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Grinalds, a head of household, age over 45 (b.before 1755). Listed with him were 2 males age 16-26, 1 female age 0-10; 2 females, age 16-26; 1 female, age over 45 & 1 slave.¹¹ He married Sarah Hooke on 20 January 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. John Cropper Sr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Grinnalds and Sarah Copes, widow.^1,12 Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1810 at St. Georges Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Grinnalds a head of household, age over 45 (b.c. before 1765. Listed with him was 1 male age 10-16; 1 female age over 45 and 5 slaves.¹¹ He died before 24 February 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Grinnalds was granted to John Nock with James White & David Davis securities.¹³ Administration of Richard estate was filed on 28 February 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Grinnalds was granted to William Nock with William Lucas and John T. Dickerson securities.¹⁴

     James T. Copes was born circa 1783 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Susannah 'Sukey' Copes was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of 23 December 1806,her married name was Dix.^1,2 She married Levi Dix 23 Dec 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. John S. Bundick was the security on the M.L.B. of Levi Dix and Sukey Copes.^1,2

     Levi Dix was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Susannah 'Sukey' Copes, daughter of Levin Copes, 23 Dec 1806 (bond) at Accomack Co, VA. John S. Bundick was the security on the M.L.B. of Levi Dix and Sukey Copes.^1,2

     Ann (-----) was born circa 1690.¹ As of circa 1710,her married name was Bloxom.¹ She married Johnson Bloxom, son of John Bloxom and Mary Johnson, circa 1710.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1686. As of circa 1702,her married name was Bloxom.² She married Nicholas Bloxom, son of John Bloxom and Mary Johnson, circa 1702.² As of circa 1705,her married name was Bell.¹ Mary (-----) married Edward Bell, son of Thomas Bell and Cohole (-----), circa 1705.^1,3 Mary was named in her husband's will on 24 July 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary in the will of Edward Bell.¹ Mary made a will on 19 June 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. Daughter Mary Bell. Daughter Tabitha Thatam. Grandau Luse Northam. Son William Bell. To John Northam. Son William Bell residual legatee & Exr. Witt: Arnold Morgan, George Johnson, Solomon Johnson.⁴ She died before 30 September 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.⁴

     Nicholas Bloxom was born circa 1680 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1702.¹ Nicholas Bloxom died before 24 March 1703/4 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the inventory and appraisal of the estate of Nicholas Bloxom was taken. It was presented by Edw'd Bell on 1 Aug 1704, signed by Thomas Perry, Ralph Justice, Richard Hinman & James Davis.^1,2

     Ann Bloxom was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her grandmother's will on 19 November 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Ann Blocksom in the will of Mary Blocksom, widow of John Blocksom.³ On 23 Oct 1719 in Acc Co, Ann Bloxom, daughter of Nichloas Blockson dec'd, do discharge my father (meaning step-father) and mother, Edward Bell & Mary his wife, administators of the estate of the said Nicholas Bloxom. Witt: John Johnson & Eliz. Johnson.²

     (d/o_Thos) Davis was born circa 1716 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Richard Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1735.¹ As of circa 1735,her married name was Bloxom.¹

     (-----) Hinman was born circa 1720.¹ She married Nicholas Bloxom, son of William Bloxom and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1740.¹ As of circa 1740,her married name was Bloxom.¹

     (child/o_Fortain) Bloxom was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Kaziah (-----) was born circa 1735.¹ She married Stephen Bloxom Sr., son of Woodman Bloxom Sr. and Margaret Simpson, circa 1752.¹ As of circa 1752,her married name was Bloxom.¹