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     Edmund Benston was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Rachel Richardson on 3 July 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. Daniel Luke was the security on the M.L.B. of Edmund Benson and Rachel Richardson.¹

     Archibald Dennis was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Rachel Richardson on 3 July 1838 at Northampton Co, VA. Montcalm Oldham was the security on the M.L.B. of Archibald Dennis and Rachel Benson, widow of Edmund Benson. They were married on 6 July 1838 by M. Oldham.¹

     William Hallett was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Clear Dixon on 4 August 1775 at Northampton Co, VA. Jno Biggs was the security on the M.L.B. of William Hallett and Clear Dixon, daughter of John Dixon who gave consent.² William Hallett died before 13 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Hallett was granted to John Hallett and Michael Hallett. Bond $15,000 Appraisers: John Trower, William Costin, Thomas Spady and Joshua Fitchett. Inventory and Appraisement taken on November 20, 1817. Account of Sales. Audit and Settlement. John and Michael Hallett, administrators. Recorded on January 11, 1819. Division of Slaves. Heirs: Mrs. Hallett, widow; John Hallett, William Floyd in right of his wife Frances, Michael Hallett, William Hallett, Thomas Hallett, Eliza Hallett, James Hallett.¹

     Clear Dixon was born circa 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She married William Hallett on 4 August 1775 at Northampton Co, VA. Jno Biggs was the security on the M.L.B. of William Hallett and Clear Dixon, daughter of John Dixon who gave consent.¹ As of 4 August 1775,her married name was Hallett.¹

     Missouri Floyd was born circa 1841 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Missouri was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Missouri Floyd, age 9 in HH#446 headed by Margaret Mahollomes, age 35. Also listed was Sarah Floyd, age 32, who was evidently her mother.¹

     Alexine Floyd was born circa 1843 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Alexine was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Alexine Floyd, age 9 in HH#446 headed by Margaret Mahollomes, age 35. Also listed was Sarah Floyd, age 32, who was evidently her mother.¹

     Eleanore S. 'Ellen' Floyd was born circa 1833 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Eleanore was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Ellen Floyd, age 17 in HH#243 headed by Lavenia Floyd, age 39.¹ As of 27 February 1851,her married name was Campbell.² She married William T. Campbell on 27 February 1851 at Northampton Co, VA. Mrs. Lavenia A. Floyd gave consent for her daughter Miss Eleanore S. Floyd to marry William T. Campbell. Joseph E. Bell as to William's age & Wm. T. Duncan witness.²

     Catherine S. Floyd was born circa 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.² Catherine was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Catherine Floyd, age 16 in HH#243 headed by Lavenia Floyd, age 39.² As of 30 December 1851,her married name was Joynes.¹ She married John Littleton Joynes on 30 December 1851 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. T. Campbell was the security on the M.L.B. of John Littleton Joynes and Miss Catherine S. Floyd, ward of Mrs. Lavinia Floyd. Wm. J. Nottingham witness.¹

     Victor Levin Floyd was born on 7 December 1837 at Northampton Co, VA.² Victor was listed with his mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Victor Floyd, age 12 in HH#243 headed by Lavenia Floyd, age 39.¹ He married Lucy Dabney Walton on 1 December 1869 at Henrico Co, VA.² Victor Levin Floyd died on 13 February 1911 at Richmond, Henrico Co, VA, at age 73.²

     Joseph Floyd was born circa 1840 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Joseph was listed with his mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Floyd, age 10 in HH#243 headed by Lavenia Floyd, age 39.¹

     Nancy Williams was born circa 1804 at Northampton Co, VA.² As of 17 July 1821,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married Matthew Floyd, son of Matthew Floyd (s/o Jno Jr) and Nancy Wilson, on 17 July 1821 at Northampton Co, VA. Azariah Williams was the security on the M.L.B. of Mathew Floyd and Nancy Williams, ward of Peter Williams Jr. who gave consent. Abner Thurtin witness. They were married on 19 Jul 1821.¹ Nancy Williams was named in her husband's estate settlement on 12 December 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as the widow Nancy when administration on her husband Matthew Floyd's estate was granted to Peter Williams.³ Nancy was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Floyd the head of HH#94, age 46. Listed with her were the following Floyds: John, a 26 year old sailor; Ann, age 19; Elizabeth, age 17; Drucilla, age 15; and Frances, age 13.²

     John W. Floyd was born circa 1824 at Northampton Co, VA.² John was listed with his mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John Floyd, a 26 year old sailor, in HH#94 headed by Nancy Floyd, age 46.² He married Lydia F. Griffith, daughter of Benjamin Griffith and Sally Travis, on 20 January 1858 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Floyd, a 34 year old single mechanic, the son of Matthew & Nancy Floyd and she was shown as Lydia F. Griffith, age 20, the daughter of Benj & Sally Griffith.¹

     Ann Floyd was born circa 1831 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Ann was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Floyd, age 19 in HH#94 headed by Nancy Floyd, age 46.¹

     Elizabeth Floyd was born circa 1833 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Floyd, age 17 in HH#94 headed by Nancy Floyd, age 46.¹

     Drucilla Floyd was born circa 1835 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Drucilla was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Drucilla Floyd, age 15 in HH#94 headed by Nancy Floyd, age 46.¹

     Frances Floyd was born circa 1837 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Frances was listed with her mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Frances Floyd, age 13 in HH#94 headed by Nancy Floyd, age 46.¹

     Frederick Floyd was born on 6 October 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.² Frederick was listed with his mother in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Fred Floyed, age 16, in HH#251 headed by Ann F. Floyed, age 34.¹

     Emily S. Doughty was born on 6 February 1839 at Northampton Co, VA.² As of 10 January 1891,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married Eldred D. Floyd, son of Benjamin Floyd and Mary 'Polly' Roberts, on 10 January 1891 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Eldred D. Floyd, a 55 year old single farmer, the son of Benj. & Mary Floyd and she was shown as Emily S. Bell, a 49 year old widow, the daughter of Michael Doughty.¹ Emily S. Doughty died on 1 March 1899 at N'hamp Co, VA, at age 60.² Emily was buried at Red Bank, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Emily Sarah Floyd, wife of E.D. Floyd & the daughter of Michael & A.N. Doughty, 6 Feb 1839 - 1 Mar 1899.²

     John E. Floyd was born circa 1855 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret S. Justice on 15 December 1885 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Floyd, a 30 year old farmer, the son of James B. & Mary R. Floyd and she was shown as Margaret S. Justis, age 21, the daughter of Thomas H. & Elizabeth Justis.¹

     Margaret S. Justice was born circa 1864 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 15 December 1885,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married John E. Floyd, son of James B. Floyd and Mary R. Callahan, on 15 December 1885 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Floyd, a 30 year old farmer, the son of James B. & Mary R. Floyd and she was shown as Margaret S. Justis, age 21, the daughter of Thomas H. & Elizabeth Justis.¹

     Fluvanna Parkes Underhill was born on 25 September 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.^3,4 She married John Henry Floyd, son of Benjamin Floyd and Mary 'Polly' Roberts, on 20 October 1858 at Liberty Hall, Marionville, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Floyd, a 25 year old engineer, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Benj. & Mary Floyd and she was shown as Fluvanna P. Underhill, age 22, also born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of Michael P. & Maria Underhill.^2,1 As of 20 October 1858,her married name was Floyd.² Fluvanna Parkes Underhill died on 5 February 1904 at age 67.³ Fluvanna was buried at Liberty Hall, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Fluvanna P.U. Floyd, wife of J.H. Floyd & daughter of Michael & Maria J. Nelson Underhill, 25 Sep 1836 - 5 Feb 1904.³

     Lucy J. Robins was born on 12 October 1841 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 20 December 1866,her married name was Floyd.² She married John R. Floyd, son of John Floyd and Matilda S. Walter, on 20 December 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John R. Floyd, a 38 year old widower, born & living in Acc Co, the son John & Matilda Floyd and she was shown as Lucy A. Colonna, a 24 year old widow, born & living N'hamp Co, the daughter of John & Sarah Robins.² Lucy J. Robins died on 9 February 1916 at age 74.¹ Lucy was buried at Bell Haven Cemetery, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Lucy J. Floyd (w/o J.R.), 12 Oct 1841 - 9 Feb 1916.¹

     John Littleton Joynes was born circa 1825 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Catherine S. Floyd, daughter of Berry Floyd and Lavinia Ann Nottingham, on 30 December 1851 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. T. Campbell was the security on the M.L.B. of John Littleton Joynes and Miss Catherine S. Floyd, ward of Mrs. Lavinia Floyd. Wm. J. Nottingham witness.¹

     William T. Campbell was born circa 1825 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Eleanore S. 'Ellen' Floyd, daughter of Berry Floyd and Lavinia Ann Nottingham, on 27 February 1851 at Northampton Co, VA. Mrs. Lavenia A. Floyd gave consent for her daughter Miss Eleanore S. Floyd to marry William T. Campbell. Joseph E. Bell as to William's age & Wm. T. Duncan witness.¹

     Ann Floyd was born circa 1820 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 8 June 1840,her married name was Warren.¹ She married Thomas Warren on 8 June 1840 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Hallett was the security on the M.L.B. of his ward Miss Ann Floyd and Thomas Warren & as to Thomas' age. W.W. Cutler witness.¹

     Thomas Warren was born circa 1810 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Ann Floyd, daughter of William Floyd Sr. and Frances Hallett, on 8 June 1840 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Hallett was the security on the M.L.B. of his ward Miss Ann Floyd and Thomas Warren & as to Thomas' age. W.W. Cutler witness.¹

     Polly Floyd was born circa 1818 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 11 June 1838,her married name was Warren.¹ She married John Warren on 11 June 1838 at Northampton Co, VA. John W. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of John Warren and Miss Polly Floyd, daughter of Mrs. Sally Floyd who gave consent. John W. Elliott was also as to John's age. Thos Dawson & Edw'd W. Nottingham witnesses.¹

     John Warren was born circa 1810 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Polly Floyd, daughter of Major Floyd and Sally Moore, on 11 June 1838 at Northampton Co, VA. John W. Elliott was the security on the M.L.B. of John Warren and Miss Polly Floyd, daughter of Mrs. Sally Floyd who gave consent. John W. Elliott was also as to John's age. Thos Dawson & Edw'd W. Nottingham witnesses.¹

     Margaret Floyd was born circa 1808 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 18 April 1825,her married name was Smith.¹ She married Joshua J. Smith on 18 April 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. John Hallett was the security on the M.L.B. & guardian of Margaret Floyd who married Joshua J. Smith.¹

     Joshua J. Smith was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Margaret Floyd, daughter of William Floyd Sr. and Frances Hallett, on 18 April 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. John Hallett was the security on the M.L.B. & guardian of Margaret Floyd who married Joshua J. Smith.¹

     Susanna 'Sukey' Kendall was born circa 1782 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Susanna was named in her father's will on 24 January 1799 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Susanna Kendall in the will of Thomas Kendall, who named nephews John & Mathew Floyd in his will.² As of 23 December 1801,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married William Floyd Sr., son of William (128) Floyd and Esther L. (138C) Kendall, on 23 December 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. Reuben Frost was the security on the M.L.B. of William Floyd and Sukey Kendall.¹ Susanna 'Sukey' Kendall died before 7 May 1805. It was on this date that John Hallett was the security on the M.L.B. of William Floyd and Frances Hallet.¹

     Sukey Floyd was born circa 1802 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 1 January 1827,her married name was Joynes.¹ She married William Joynes on 1 January 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Nathaniel B. Hickman was the security on the M.L.B. of William Joynes and Sukey Floyd. They were married on 4 Jan 1827.¹

     William Joynes was born circa 1775 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sukey Floyd, daughter of William Floyd Sr. and Susanna 'Sukey' Kendall, on 1 January 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Nathaniel B. Hickman was the security on the M.L.B. of William Joynes and Sukey Floyd. They were married on 4 Jan 1827.¹

     William Rooks Sr. was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Bridget Dalby on 8 January 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. John Dolby was the security on the M.L.B. of William Rooks to Bridget Dolby.¹ William was named as administrator of an estate on 11 October 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joseph Dalby was granted to William Rooks.² He was the security on a M.L.B. On 29 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Rooks was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Peggy Roberts.¹ William was named as administrator of an estate on 8 February 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Matthew Floyd, wife Margaret, was granted to William Rooks, the named Extr Laban Godwin having declined.³ William was named as an appraiser of an estate on 25 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date tht Patrick Rookes, George Eshon, Samuel West and William Rookes were named appraisers of the estate of Susanna Davis.⁴ He married Sally Floyd, daughter of Charles Floyd and Elizabeth Tankard, on 17 November 1823 at Northampton Co, VA. Johannis Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of William Rooks and Sally Godwin, widow of Deveraux.¹

     Bridget Dalby was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Bridget was named as an heir on 1 June 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my relation Bridget Dalby in the will of Thomas Dalby, brother of Spencer. She was given 3 barrels of corn if she keeps house the ensuing year.² As of 8 January 1788,her married name was Rooks.¹ She married William Rooks Sr. on 8 January 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. John Dolby was the security on the M.L.B. of William Rooks to Bridget Dolby.¹

     Joseph Dalby was born circa 1750 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He died before 11 October 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Joseph Dalby was granted to William Rooks.¹

     Levin Davis was born circa 1750.¹ He married Susanna Westerhouse on 31 December 1778 at Northampton Co, VA. Geo. Bonnewill was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Davis and Susanna Westerhouse.¹ Levin Davis died before 10 May 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Davis was granted to Rickards Dunton Jr.²

     Susanna Westerhouse was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 31 December 1778,her married name was Davis.¹ She married Levin Davis on 31 December 1778 at Northampton Co, VA. Geo. Bonnewill was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Davis and Susanna Westerhouse.¹ Susanna Westerhouse died before 11 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.² Susanna made a will on 11 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. I give to my daughter Anne Cottingham twenty five dollars. To my grand daughter Harret Westerhouse Rooks I give all the residue of my estate. I nominate and appoint James Rooks executor. Signed with her mark, Susanna Davis. Witnesses: Nancy Widgeon and John Eyre.² She estate was settled on 9 November 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator John Rookes. Appraisers: Patrick Rookes, George Eshon, Samuel West and William Rookes. Inventory and Appraisement taken on October 25, 1817. Audit and Settlement. John Rookes executor. Recorded on November 9, 1818. "To cash paid Thomas Cottingham his wife's legacy. To cash paid T. Cottingham for his moiety of Negro woman Hannah."³

     Ann Davis was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 27 December 1802,her married name was Cottingham.¹ She married Thomas Cottingham on 27 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. John Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Cottingham and Ann Davis.¹ Ann was named in her mother's will on 11 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Anne Cottingham and given $25 in the will of Susanna Davis.²

     Thomas Cottingham was born circa 1775.¹ He married Ann Davis, daughter of Levin Davis and Susanna Westerhouse, on 27 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. John Taylor was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Cottingham and Ann Davis.¹

     Harriet Davis was born circa 1784 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 14 April 1817,her married name was Rooks.¹ She married John Rooks, son of William Rooks Sr. and Bridget Dalby, on 14 April 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. Samuel S. West was the security on the M.L.B. of John Rookes and Harriot Bull. The Minute records show her as Harriet Davis. They were married on 16 Apr 1817.¹

     John Rooks was born circa 1792 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Harriet Davis, daughter of Levin Davis and Susanna Westerhouse, on 14 April 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. Samuel S. West was the security on the M.L.B. of John Rookes and Harriot Bull. The Minute records show her as Harriet Davis. They were married on 16 Apr 1817.¹

     Harriet Westerhouse Rooks was born circa 1817 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Harriet was named in her grandmother's will on 11 October 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Harret Westerhouse Rooks in the will of Susanna Davis.¹

     Matthew Floyd (s/o Jno Jr) was born circa 1774 at Northampton Co, VA. This Matthew being the son son John Matthew Jr. is based on the fact that he named Laban Godwin to be his Extr, Laban having married Letty Floyd who was evidently Matthew's sister, making Laban his brother-in-law.¹ He married Nancy Wilson on 31 July 1794 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Roberts was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Nancy Wilson.² Matthew Floyd (s/o Jno Jr) was on the personal property tax list in 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Matthew Floyd (Hog Island) with 1 white tithe, 2 slaves above 16, 1 slave above 12 & under 16, and 5 horses.³ He married Margaret 'Peggy' Roberts on 29 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Rooks was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Peggy Roberts.² Matthew made a will on 3 January 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. My will is that my loving wife Margaret Floyd should have all the property that she had when I married her. My daughter Drewsillor Floyd. My will is that my sons Matthew and Robert Floyd should have out of my estate twenty dollars a piece to be applied for schooling of them and the remaining part of my estate after paying my just debts to be divided between all my children. My wish & desire is that Laban Godwin should be my executor. Signed, Matthew Floyd. Witnesses: Westerhouse Widgen and William Widgeon.¹ He died before 8 February 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹ He estate was settled on 12 May 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. The executor named in the will declined the administration so William Rooks was granted the administration. Appraisers: John Tyson, John Knight, James Floyd and Nathaniel Widgeon. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on February 19, 1813. Audit and Settlement. William Rookes administrator. Recorded on May 12, 1815.⁴

     Nancy Wilson was born circa 1778 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 31 July 1794,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married Matthew Floyd (s/o Jno Jr), son of John Floyd Jr. (s/o Mat) and Mary (342H) Brickhouse, on 31 July 1794 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Roberts was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Nancy Wilson.¹

     Margaret 'Peggy' Roberts was born circa 1775 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 29 December 1802,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married Matthew Floyd (s/o Jno Jr), son of John Floyd Jr. (s/o Mat) and Mary (342H) Brickhouse, on 29 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Rooks was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Peggy Roberts.¹ Margaret made a will on 3 January 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as wife Margaret Floyd in the will of Matthew Floyd.²

     Drusilla 'Drewsillor' Floyd was born circa 1797 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Drusilla was named in her husband's will on 3 January 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Drewsillor Floyd in the will of Matthew Floyd, wife Margaret.¹

     Robert Floyd was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Robert was named in his father's will on 3 January 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Robert Floyd (under age) in the will of Matthew Floyd, wife Margaret. He was given $20 for schooling.¹

     Elizabeth Wilkins was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 9 December 1816,her married name was Floyd.¹ She married Rev. Matthew Floyd, son of Berry Floyd and Esther Dalby, on 9 December 1816 at Northampton Co, VA. Edward Joynes was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Elizabeth Wilkins.¹ Elizabeth Wilkins died before 30 June 1823. It was on this date that Edward Joynes was the security on the M.L.B. of Matthew Floyd and Elizabeth Wilkins.¹

     James Barcroft was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ He married Sally Floyd on 10 May 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. Edmund Fletcher was the security on the M.L.B. of James Barcraft and Sally Floyd.¹

     Sally Floyd was born circa 1795 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 10 May 1813,her married name was Barcroft.¹ She married James Barcroft on 10 May 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. Edmund Fletcher was the security on the M.L.B. of James Barcraft and Sally Floyd.¹

     Robert Peak was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA. He married Sukey Jarvis Floyd on 25 July 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Rich'd Young was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Peak and Sukey Jarvis Floyd.¹

     Sukey Jarvis Floyd was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ As of 25 July 1807,her married name was Peak.¹ She married Robert Peak on 25 July 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Rich'd Young was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Peak and Sukey Jarvis Floyd.¹

     Col. William Floyd was born in 1721 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Col. William Floyd of Amherst County, Virginia, founder of the Floyd family of Western Virginia and Kentucky is said by his descendants (see Nathaniel Jackson Floyd's genealogy) to have been born in 1721 in Accomack County and to have been a son or grandson of John Floyd, planter, of N'hamp & Acc Counties. So far, however, no one has produced documentary evidence establishing the connection between Col. William Floyd and the Eastern Shore family.¹

     John Floyd Jones was born on 1 April 1824.²

     Wilson W. Jones was born on 26 January 1826.²

     Catharine 'Kittie' Jones was born on 13 June 1830.²

     Anna Frances 'Allie' Jones was born on 19 August 1836.¹ She died in 1874.¹

     James Frederick Floyd was born on 6 October 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,3 On 30 Apr 1865 the Office Provost Marshal General, Head Quarters Army of the Shenandoah, issued a Parole of Honor to Jas Fred Floyd of the 19th VA Batt Arty, C.S. Army. He was age 30, height 5 ft 7 in, fair complexion, light hair & blue eyes. He died on 5 October 1901 at N'hamp Co, VA, at age 66.^1,3 James was buried at Christ Church, Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James Frederick Floyd, son of W.S. & A.T.S., 6 Oct 1834 - 5 Oct 1901.¹

     Lavinia T. Floyd was born on 20 January 1836 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ She died on 14 June 1837 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 1.^1,3

     Catharine 'Kate' Floyd was born on 29 January 1840 at Northampton Co, VA.^3,1 She died on 21 October 1843 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 3.¹

     Margaret 'Maggie' Shepherd Parker was born on 17 November 1840 at Northampton Co, VA.^1,3 Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Margare S. Parker, age 9 in HH#256 headed by John S. Parker, a 38 year old farmer.² As of 19 January 1865,her married name was Eyre.⁴ She married Severn Eyre IV, son of William Lyttleton Eyre and Mary Burton Savage, on 19 January 1865 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre, a 33 year old widowed farmer, the son of Wm. L. & Mary B. Eyre and she was shown as Margaret S. Parker, age 24, the daughter of John S. & Ann Parker.⁵ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Maggie Eyre, a 25 year old house keeper in HH#439 headed by Severn Eyre, a 39 year old farmer.⁶ Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of 17 June 1880 at Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Eyre, a 39 year old wife & house keeper in HH#280 headed by Severn Eyre, a 49 year old farmer.⁷ She died on 14 September 1899 at age 58.³ Margaret was buried at Eyre Hall, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret Parker Eyre, wife of Severn & daughter of J.S. & A.F. Parker, 17 Nov 1840 - 14 Sep 1899.³

     Lucy Stratton Parker was born on 4 August 1843 at Northampton Co, VA.¹ Lucy was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Lucy S. Parker, age 7 in HH#256 headed by John S. Parker, a 38 year old farmer.²

     Annie Floyd 'Nancy' Parker was born circa 1848 at Northampton Co, VA.² Annie was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown asAnnie F. Parker, age 2 in HH#256 headed by John S. Parker, a 38 year old farmer.²

     Severn Eyre IV was born on 15 August 1831 at Northampton Co, VA.² Severn was named in his grandmother's will on 27 September 1846 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Severn Eyre in the will of Peggy Savage.³ Severn was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre, age 15 in HH#188 headed by Wm. H. Eyre, a 43 year old farmer.⁴ He inherited land in 1855 at tract N43, Eyre Hall, N'hamp Co, VA. It was in this year that from childless John Eyre title went to his grand-nephew Severn Eyre, grandson of John's younger brother William. This later Severn inherited everything except the part John Eyre had sold to Luther Nottingham and the 300 acres north of the branch, which will be reported in the story of N44.⁵ Severn was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre the head of HH#172, a 28 year old farmer. Listed with him was Mary Eyre, age 53.⁶ He married Margaret 'Maggie' Shepherd Parker, daughter of John Stratton Parker and Ann Elizabeth Floyd, on 19 January 1865 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre, a 33 year old widowed farmer, the son of Wm. L. & Mary B. Eyre and she was shown as Margaret S. Parker, age 24, the daughter of John S. & Ann Parker.⁷ Severn was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre, age 39, the head of HH#439, a 39 year old farmer. Listed with him was Maggie Eyre, age 25 and keeping house.⁸ Severn was listed as a head of household in the census of 17 June 1880 at Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Severn Eyre the head of HH#280, a 49 year old farmer. Listed with him were Margaret Eyre, a 39 year old wife & house keeper; William Eyre, a 9 year old son; Grace Eyre, a 7 year old daughter; Mary Eyre, a 5 year old daughter; Leah Bowdoin, a 35 year old black servant; Maria Baker, a 19 year old black servant; Jena Thomas, an 18 year old black servant; Daniel Smith Jr, a 25 year old black farm laborer; Severn Smith, a 21 year old black farm laborer; & John Smith, a 19 year old black farm laborer.⁹ On 15 Oct 1889 Severn Eyre applied for a passport for himself, accompanied by my wife Margaret Eyre, and minor children as follows: William L. Eyre, born at Baltimore on 23 May 1871; Grace F. Eyre, born at Baltimore on 13 Nov 1872; and Mary Eyre born at Eastville, VA on 5 Apr 1875. I solemnly swear that I was born at Eastville, VA on 15 Aug 1831, that my father was a citizen of the United States; that I am domiciled in the United States, my present residence being at Baltimore, MD; occupation left blank; intend to return to the United States left blank. Sworn before Edgar J. Spady, notary public. The applicant was 58 years old, 6 feet 0 inches tall, grey eyes, heavy nose, small mouth, grey hair & red complexion.¹⁰ He died on 9 July 1914 at age 82. Mr. Severn Eyre of this county, a well known citizen died suddenly at his home, Eyrehall on Cherrystone Creek, Thursday afternoon at about 4 o'clock. He was sitting in his chair at the time he was taken ill and was dead before any aid could be rendered him. Mr. Eyre was a native of this county and was 83 years of age. He belonged to one of the oldest and most esteemed families of Northampton, his people having always taken a leading hand in county affairs. His wife who was a Miss Parker also of his county died a few years ago. He leaves one living daughter, Mrs. Wright of Baltimore and another daughter, Mrs. Taylor, died a few years ago leaving an only daughter surviving. Mr. Eyre was educated at the University of Virginia. He spent the greater part of his life here, but moved with his family to Baltimore a number of years ago and only spent his summers at Eyrehall after that. This later place he inherited from his uncle John Eyre, who was one of the most respected and beloved citizens of Northampton in his day. Mr. Eyre was a man of the highest sense of integrity and had little patience with the can't and time coming of the present day. He was one the wealthiest citizen of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, much of his money being invested in stocks and bonds elsewhere. The funeral over his remains will take place at Eyrehall, Sunday afternoon, July 12th, at 5 o'clock p.m. with interment in the family graveyard.^2,11 Severn was buried at Eyre Hall, N'hamp Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Severn Eyre, son of W.L. & M.S., 15 Aug 1831 - 9 Jul 1914.² He left land in 1922 at tract N43, Eyre Hall, N'hamp Co, VA. It was in this year after the death of Severn Eyre, title passed jointly to his daughter Mary, the wife of W.H. DeCourcy Wright, and to his granddaughter Margaret T., the daughter of his daughter Grace Eyre and her husband Richard B. Taylor, and now the wife of Henry DuP. Baldwin. A survey in this year showed 924 acres left, Severn Eyre having sold 315 acres in 1909 to John W. Nottingham, it being the south part west of the highway. By a family division, Mrs. Wright took the major part of the land while Mrs. Baldwin received the house and adjacent acreage.⁵

     Jacob G. Parker was born on 13 January 1859 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Kate Parker was born on 13 July 1852 at Northampton Co, VA.²

     John Stratton Parker was born on 5 March 1851 at Northampton Co, VA.¹

     Esther Littleton 'Hetty' Floyd was born on 22 February 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Esther Littleton Floyd, the 2nd daughter of Jno K. Floyd & Ann S. Floyd.¹ She died on 5 February 1824 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 16. She was shown as Esther Littleton Floyd, who died Thursday at 10 O'clock P.M. aged 16 years, 11 months & 15 days. Sermon by Rev. Mr. J. Wilmor from John 17 Chap 15 Verse.¹

     James Frederick Floyd was born on 29 February 1816 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James Frederick Floyd, the 4th son of Jno K. Floyd & Ann S. Floyd.¹ He died on 20 January 1826 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 9. Sermon by Rev. Mr. Gunter.¹

     Elizabeth Floyd was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1790,her married name was Dunton.¹ She married (-----) Dunton circa 1790.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 20 November 1801 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Dunton and given 1 shilling in the will of Benjamin Floyd, wife & Jonathan Garrison Extrs.² She was named in a land cause on 18 October 1803 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. That Benjamin Floyd, the elder, being seized as of fee of and in a certain tract of land containing by estimation 150 acres, of which the lands in the declaration mentioned are a part, with the water grist mill in the said declaration mentioned, lying in the Parish of St. George and County of Accomack, and having three children, to-wit: Elizabeth, one of the lessors of the plaintiff, by one venter, also Benjamin and Polly Floyd by a second venter, and being so seized on the 20 Nov. 1801 made his last will & testament, and afterwards, to-wit: on the ____ day of ____ 1802, the said Benjamin Floyd the elder departed this life leaving the said will in full force, which said will was probated 27 Dec. 1802; that by virtue of the said will the said Benjamin Floyd the younger, and devisee of the said lands and mill in the said will mentioned, immediately after the death of the said Benjamin the elder, entered into the said lands and mill and became seized thereof and being so seized on the ____ day of ____ 1803 departed this life an infant, under age and without issue, and leaving Elizabeth, the lessor of the plaintiff, his sister of the half blood on the part of his said father, and the defendant his sister of the whole blood, and his mother a certain Molly Floyd, &c.¹

     (-----) Dunton was born circa 1770.¹ He married Elizabeth Floyd, daughter of Benjamin (198) Floyd and Margaret Garrison (Garrison?), circa 1790.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1780. She married Dr. Tully Robinson (439) Wise (III), son of Col. John (157) Wise (IV) and Margaret 'Peggy' Douglas, circa 1807. As of circa 1807,her married name was Wise.

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1700.¹ As of circa 1728,her married name was Potter.¹ She married John Potter Sr. circa 1728.¹ Mary was named as administrator of an estate on 8 October 1734 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Potter was granted to Mary Potter relict of the dec'd. Appraisers: James Forse, William Tazewell, Thomas Marshall & Thomas Cable.¹

     Abigail Bennett was born on 12 November 1780 at Cedar Creek Hundred, Sussex Co, DE.¹ As of circa 1805,her married name was Griffith.¹ She married Potter Griffith, son of Salathiel Griffith and Sarah Scarborough (135) Potter, circa 1805.¹ Abigail Bennett died on 6 September 1854 at Milford, Kent Co, DE, at age 73.¹ Abigail was buried at Christ Episcopal Church Cemetery, Milford, Sussex Co, DE.¹

     Nehemiah Bennett was born circa 1750.¹ He married Hester Oliver circa 1778.¹

     Hester Oliver was born circa 1760.¹ She married Nehemiah Bennett circa 1778.¹ As of circa 1778,her married name was Bennett.¹

     Hester Jane Griffith was born on 3 October 1822 at Milford, DE.¹ As of 29 October 1840,her married name was McColley.¹ She married Andrew Jackson McColley Sr., son of Robert Marvel McColley Sr. and Priscilla Harris, on 29 October 1840 at Delaware.¹ Hester Jane Griffith died on 1 November 1895 at Philadelphia, PA, at age 73.¹ Hester was buried at new Methodist Episcopal Church, Milford, Kent Co, DE.¹

     Andrew Jackson McColley Sr. was born on 22 October 1817 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ He married Hester Jane Griffith, daughter of Potter Griffith and Abigail Bennett, on 29 October 1840 at Delaware.¹ Andrew Jackson McColley Sr. died on 17 July 1877 at Milford, Kent Co, DE, at age 59.¹ Andrew was buried at new Methodist Episcopal Church, Milford, Kent Co, DD.¹

     Robert Marvel McColley Sr. was born between 1788 and 1789 at Sussex Co, DE.² He married Priscilla Harris, daughter of Abraham Harris Jr. and Lovey Melson, in 1807.² Robert Marvel McColley Sr. died on 19 July 1878 at Milford, Kent Co, DE.²

     Priscilla Harris was born circa 1790.² She married Robert Marvel McColley Sr., son of Elias 'Eli' McColley and Betsy Marvel, in 1807.² As of circa 1815,her married name was McColley.¹

     John Potter McColley was born on 13 September 1843 at Sussex Co, DE.¹ He married Hester Angelina Sutherland, daughter of John Marshall Sutherland and Margaret Anderson, on 20 December 1870 at Kent Co, DE.¹ John Potter McColley died on 21 October 1932 at Philadelphia, PA, at age 89.¹ John was buried at Barratt's Chapel, Frederica, Kent Co, DE.¹

     Hester Angelina Sutherland was born on 23 October 1850 at Frederica, Kent Co, DE.¹ As of 20 December 1870,her married name was McColley.¹ She married John Potter McColley, son of Andrew Jackson McColley Sr. and Hester Jane Griffith, on 20 December 1870 at Kent Co, DE.¹ Hester Angelina Sutherland died on 17 June 1924 at Philadelphia, PA, at age 73.¹ Hester was buried at Barratt's Chapel, Frederica, Kent Co, DE.¹

     John Marshall Sutherland was born circa 1825.¹ He married Margaret Anderson circa 1848.¹

     Margaret Anderson was born circa 1830.¹ She married John Marshall Sutherland circa 1848.¹ As of circa 1848,her married name was Sutherland.¹

     Eugene Cochran McColley was born on 23 January 1885 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ He married Marguerite Helena Curry, daughter of James Curry and Margaret Ann McCann, on 8 November 1910 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ Eugene Cochran McColley died on 11 June 1973 at Prospect Park, Delaware Co, PA, at age 88.¹ Eugene was buried at Barratt's Chapel, Frederica, Kent Co, DE.¹

     Marguerite Helena Curry was born on 17 December 1889 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ As of 8 November 1910,her married name was McColley.¹ She married Eugene Cochran McColley, son of John Potter McColley and Hester Angelina Sutherland, on 8 November 1910 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ Marguerite Helena Curry died on 30 April 1979 at Prospect Park, Delaware Co, PA, at age 89.¹ Marguerite was buried at Barratt's Chapel, Frederica, Kent Co, DE.¹

     James Curry was born circa 1845 at Belfast, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.¹ He married Margaret Ann McCann circa 1868.¹

     Margaret Ann McCann was born circa 1850.¹ She married James Curry circa 1868.¹ As of circa 1868,her married name was Curry.¹

     Robert Sutherland McColley was born on 21 July 1917 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ He married Anne Tomlinson Caskey, daughter of Wesley Caskey and Martha Frances Schell, on 30 September 1937 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ Robert Sutherland McColley died on 23 May 1973 at Merion, Montgomery Co, PA, at age 55.¹ Robert was buried at West Laurel Cemetery, Merion, PA.¹

     Anne Tomlinson Caskey was born on 11 April 1919 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ As of 30 September 1937,her married name was McColley.¹ She married Robert Sutherland McColley, son of Eugene Cochran McColley and Marguerite Helena Curry, on 30 September 1937 at Philadelphia, PA.¹ Anne Tomlinson Caskey died on 31 January 1975 at West Covina, San Bernardino, CA, at age 55.¹

     Wesley Caskey was born circa 1895.¹ He married Martha Frances Schell circa 1918.¹

     Martha Frances Schell was born circa 1895.¹ She married Wesley Caskey circa 1918.¹ As of circa 1918,her married name was Caskey.¹

     Horace E. Bloxom was born on 27 September 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Margaret (-----) was born circa 1770.¹ She married John Ashby circa 1790.¹ As of circa 1790,her married name was Ashby.¹

     Annie T. Phillips (Phillips?) was born circa 1850.² She married Abel Thomas Phillips, son of William Phillips Jr. and Rachel A. Floyd, on 8 March 1878.²

     Mary Floyd was born circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She died on 17 October 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

     Ann Floyd was born on 14 April 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Floyd, the 3rd daughter of Jno K. Floyd & Ann S. Floyd.¹ She died on 10 December 1815 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 2. She was shown as Ann Floyd who died 10 Dec 1815 aged 2 years, 7 months & 26 days.¹