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     Major Groten was born circa 1751 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Major was named in his brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Major Groten in the will of Shadrack Groten.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1774.³ Major was named in his father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Major Groten in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.¹ Major made a will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. To brother Edmund Groten my tract of land containing 200 acres, my mother to have use of same until my son arrives to the age 16 yers & should die without issue to fall to my brother Zerrobabel Groten. To brother Jonathan Groten. To sister Amey Groten. To John Rodgers, son of James Rodgers all the crop he makes upon my plantation this year, he paying my sister Amey Groten £8. To son William Groten. Friend Benjamin Hutchenson Exr. Witt: John Rowles, Amy Groten.³ He died before 29 April 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.³

     Margaret Groten was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1772,her married name was Hutchinson.¹ She married Benjamin Hutchinson circa 1772.¹ Margaret was named in her brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Margaret Hutchinson in the will of Shadrack Groten.² Margaret was named in her father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Margaret Hutchinson in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.¹ Margaret was named in her brother's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Margaret Hutcheson in the will of William Groten.³ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 14 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Margaret in the will of Benjamin Hutchinson.⁴ She died before 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as her mother Amey Groten, widow of William, named a granddaughter Peggy Hutchinson, in her will instead of her.⁵

     Benjamin Hutchinson was born circa 1750.¹ He married Margaret Groten, daughter of William Groten II (carpenter) and Amy (-----), circa 1772.¹ Benjamin Hutchinson was named as the executor of a will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as friend Benjamin Hutchenson and named Extr in the will of Major Groten.² Benjamin made a will on 14 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.³ He died before 31 October 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was partly proved.³

     Patience Groten was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.² Patience was named in her brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Patience Groten in the will of Shadrack Groten.³ Patience was named in her father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Patience Groten in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.² As of circa 1775,her married name was Rogers.⁴ She married John Rogers (h/o Patience Groten) circa 1775.⁴ Patience was named in her brother's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Patience Rodgers in the will of William Groten.⁴ She died before 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as her mother Amey Groten, widow of William, named a granddaughter Amey Rodgers, daughter of John Rodgers, in her will instead of her.⁵

     Amy Groten was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Amy was named in her brother's will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Amey Groten in the will of Shadrack Groten.² Amy was named in her father's will on 24 September 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Amy Groten in the will of William Groten, wife Amy.¹ Amy was named in her brother's will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Amey Groten in the will of Major Groten.³ Amy was named in her brother's will on 6 June 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister Amy Groten in the will of William Groten.⁴ As of circa 1785,her married name was Milby.⁵ She married John Milby (h/o Amey Groten) circa 1785.⁵ Amy was named in her mother's will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Amey Milby in the will of Amey Groten, widow of William.⁵

     Shadrack Groten was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Shadrack made a will on 5 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. To brother William Groten. Brother Edmund Groten (under age) Brother Major Groten. Brother Zorobabel Groten. Brother Jonathan Groten. To sister Margaret Hutchison. To sister Patience Groten. To my mother. To friend John Rowles. Bros. Jonathan & Edmund & sisters Patience & Amey residual legatees. Friend Levin Joyne Exr. - Witt: William Banfield Walker.¹ He died before 28 September 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1750. As of circa 1774,her married name was Groten.¹ She married Major Groten, son of William Groten II (carpenter) and Amy (-----), circa 1774.¹

     William Groten V was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named in his father's will on 19 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William Groten (under age 16) in the will of Major Groten.¹

     Custis Groten was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Custis witnessed a will before 28 March 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Francis Savage, Solomon Groten & Custis Groten witnessed the will of Thomas Meers.² Custis was named in his father's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Custis Groton in the will of Solomon Groton, wife Ann.¹ He was security on the administration of an estate on 27 July 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levi Kellam was granted to Argol Kellam Sr. with Custis Groten security.³ Custis made a will on 23 May 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. To brother Severen Groten. To my mother "the whole land and living" & at her death to Seyeren, provided he pay to William, Nancy & Thomas 20 £. Should Severen die without issue the whole land & living to William. Brother William Groten Exr. Witt: Joshua Taylor, William Taylor.⁴ He died before 28 February 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Severn Groten qualified.⁴

     Margaret Kendall (Kendall?) was born circa 1750.¹ As of circa 1770,her married name was Groten.¹ She married John Groten (soldier), son of Solomon Groten and Ann Warner, circa 1770.¹ Margaret was named in her husband's will on 24 December 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Margaret Groten in the will of John Groten, soldier.²

     John Groten was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his grandfather's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson John Groton, son of my son John Groton, in the will of Solomon Groton, wife Ann.¹ John was named in his father's will on 24 December 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John Groten in the will of John Groten, soldier, wife Margaret.² John witnessed a will on 5 February 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John West, son of Jona: and John Groten witnessed the will of Anthony West, wife Elenor.³ John witnessed a will on 25 March 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Groten and Charles Crowson witnessed the will of George West, unmarried.⁴

     Nancy 'Nanney' Groten was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was named in her father's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Nancy Groton in the will of Solomon Groton, wife Ann.¹ Nancy was named in her brother's will on 23 May 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy in the will of Custis Groten, unmarried.²

     William Groten IV was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named in his father's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William Groton in the will of Solomon Groton, wife Ann.¹ William was named in his brother's will on 23 May 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother William Groten in the will of Custis Groten, unmarried.² He married Nancy (205) Roberts, daughter of Arthur (81) Roberts III and Patience Simkins, before 1799.³ William was named in his father-in-law's will on 22 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Groten, husband of my daughter Nancy, in the will of Arthur Roberts, wife Patience.⁴

     Thomas Groten was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas was named in his father's will on 10 October 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Thomas Groton in the will of Solomon Groton, wife Ann.¹ Thomas was named in his brother's will on 23 May 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas in the will of Custis Groten, unmarried.² He witnessed a deed on 29 June 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Geo. Ashby & Thomas Groten witnessed a deed of mortgage from Joseph Heath to John Onley.³

     Betty Groten was born circa 1774 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Betty was named in her father's will on 24 December 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Betty in the will of John Groten, soldier, wife Margaret.¹ Betty witnessed a will on 3 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Hancock Simpson and Betty Groton witnessed the will of Sophia Vessels.²

     Kendall Groten was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Kendall was named in his father's will on 24 December 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Kendall in the will of John Groten, soldier, wife Margaret.¹

     John Rogers (h/o Patience Groten) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Patience Groten, daughter of William Groten II (carpenter) and Amy (-----), circa 1775.¹ John made a will on 20 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. Plantation & mill adjcent to be rented until the year 1800, with my slaves for the said term, and the profits to be applied to the support of my 2 daughters Amy & Betsey, & at the expiration of that time the said slaves to be free. To daughter Amy all the land that I die possessed of, including the water grist mill adjcent thereto, provided she do not demand anything from my estate anything given her by her grandmother, or any claim she may have by the death of Edmund Groten, exclusive of her proportion of the said Edmund's land held jointly with my daughter Betsy. Should my daughter Amy make such claim against my estate she to forfeit to my daughter Betsey my water grist mill. To daughter Betsey the whole of my estate not before given. Friend George Ker guardian to my 2 daughters until they arrive to 18 years of age. Friend George Ker Exr. Witt: Levin Ames, Nathaniel Ames, Samuel Galt.² He died before 23 February 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     John Milby (h/o Amey Groten) was born circa 1755.¹ He married Amy Groten, daughter of William Groten II (carpenter) and Amy (-----), circa 1785.¹ John Milby (h/o Amey Groten) was security on the administration of an estate on 29 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Zorobabel Groten was granted to Anne Groten with Carvey Dunton & John Milby securities.²

     Amey Rogers was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Amey was named in her grandmother's will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Amey Rodgers, daughter of John Rodgers, in the will of Amey Groten, widow of William.¹ Amey was named in her father's will on 20 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Amy (under 18) in the will of John Rodgers.²

     Peggy Hutchinson was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Peggy was named in her grandmother's will on 6 February 1788 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Peggy Hutchinson in the will of Amey Groten, widow of William.¹

     Betsey Rogers was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Betsey was named in her father's will on 20 January 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Betsey (under 18) in the will of John Rodgers.¹

     Peggy Chandler was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1742,her married name was Groten.² She married Jonathan Groten, son of William Groten I and Mary Kellam, circa 1742.² Peggy witnessed a will on 17 April 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonathan Groten, Peggy Groten and Hancock Tayler witnessed the will of William Kendall, wife Mary Ann.³ Peggy was named in her husband's will on 10 February 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife in the will of Jonathan Groten and as Peggy Groten when she qualified at probate.² As of circa 1762,her married name was Pilchard.¹ She married John Pilchard (h/o Peggy Chandler) circa 1762.¹ Peggy was named in her father's will on 8 November 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Peggy Pilcher in the will of Hathan Fettapace Chandler, wife Rachel. She was given 1 shilling, but her children to have equal part with all my children.¹ On 27 Jan 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten, decd) was continued for trial. Townsend's witnesses: Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (all three days).⁴ On 24 Feb 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten,
decd) was dismissed after witnesses were heard. Pilchards' witnesses: John
Kendall, Thomas Slocomb and William Finney (three days); for Townsend:
Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (three days).⁵ Peggy made a will on 18 December 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Peggy Pilcher. To daughter Nancy Groton 1 s. To grandaughter Elizabeth Wills 1 s. Daughter Esther Watson Edwards residual legatee & Exec. Witt: John Mears, Sophia Custis, George Taylor.⁶ She died before 26 June 1797 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.⁶

     John Pilchard (h/o Peggy Chandler) was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Peggy Chandler, daughter of Hathan Fettaplace Chandler and Rachell Custis, circa 1762.¹ On 27 Jan 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten, decd) was continued for trial. Townsend's witnesses: Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (all three days).² On 24 Feb 1763 in Accomack Court, Lazarus Townsend vs John Pilchard and wife (adm of Jonathan Groten,
decd) was dismissed after witnesses were heard. Pilchards' witnesses: John
Kendall, Thomas Slocomb and William Finney (three days); for Townsend:
Stephen Townsend, William Bratten and Jean Townsend (three days).³

     Nancy Groten was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Nancy was named in her mother's will on 18 December 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Nancy Groton and given 1 shilling in the will of Peggy Pilcher.¹

     John Townsend I was born circa 1640.¹ He patented land on 17 November 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Townsend and was granted a certificate for 100 acres due for transporting Humphrey Brookes and Elizabeth Moore into the colony.² He was named as a headright on 7 March 1671/72 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Townsend on a certificate granted to Mr. Deverox Browne for 4,750 acres for transporting persons into the colony.³ He married Faith (-----) circa 1675.¹ John Townsend I bought land in 1676 at tract A125, south of Bloxom/Guilford, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Griffith Savage Sr. sold 115 acres to John Townsend.⁴ He sold land in 1685 at tract A125, south of Bloxom/Guilford, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John Townsen sold to John Read.⁴ He bought land in 1696 at tract A121, Modest Town, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Daniel of St. Thomas and Elizabeth Jenifer sold 200 acres to John Townsend; it was north of the Bonnwell and Hewes parcels and extended out to the present main highway.⁵ He deeded land in 1702 at tract A121, Modest Town, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John and Faith Townsend deeded 100 acres to their son Thomas and 8 years later John (Faith still living) left the other 100 acres to his son Richard.⁵ John made a will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Richard Townson plantation on Kickotanke Branch where I now live containing 100 acres. To wife Faith Townson. Daughter Mary Townson. Son Henry Townson. Sons John & James Townson. Daughter Easter Flenne. Daughter Ann Norwood. Wife Faith Exec. John Morris & Walter Warrington to divide Estate Witt: Walter Warrington, John Morris.¹ He died before 7 March 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.¹

     Faith (-----) was born circa 1660.¹ As of circa 1675,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married John Townsend I circa 1675.¹ Faith was named in her husband's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Faith Townson and named Extr in the will of John Townson.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1680. She married Thomas Townsend Sr., son of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1696. As of circa 1696,her married name was Townsend.

     Ann Townsend was born circa 1684 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1705,her married name was Norwood.¹ She married (-----) Norwood (h/o Ann Townsend) circa 1705.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann Norwood in the will of John Townsend, wife Faith.¹

     (-----) Norwood (h/o Ann Townsend) was born circa 1680.¹ He married Ann Townsend, daughter of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1705.¹

     Easter Townsend was born circa 1682 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1705,her married name was Flenne.¹ She married (-----) Flenne circa 1705.¹ Easter was named in her father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Easter Flenne in the will of John Townsend, wife Faith.¹

     (-----) Flenne was born circa 1680.¹ He married Easter Townsend, daughter of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1705.¹

     Henry Townsend was born circa 1688 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Henry was named in his father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Henry Townson in the will of John Townson, wife Faith.¹ He married Rhoda 'Rhody' Philby, daughter of George Philby Sr. and Katherine (-----), circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.² Henry Townsend died before 30 August 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Townsend was granted to his widow Rhody Townsend with George Philbey & John Towsend securities.² He estate was settled on 31 December 1747 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the audit/settlement of the accounts of Henry Townsend's estate had not been submitted as ordered; Rhody Townsend was cited to the next court to show why she had not done it.³

     John Townsend II was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ John was named in his father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John Townson in the will of John Townson, wife Faith.¹ He was security on the administration of an estate on 30 August 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Townsend was granted to his widow Rhody Townsend with George Philbey & John Towsend securities.²

     James Townsend was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was named in his father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son James Townson in the will of John Townson, wife Faith.¹ He bought land in 1712 at tract A147, near Temperanceville, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that John and Sarah Morris sold 150 acres to James Townsend, being the southeast corner of the whole tract.² In 1730 in Accomack Court it was ordered that the Sheriff committ James Townsend to prison without bail and that all the Justices be sumoned to appear at the courthouse of this county on Tuesday next in order to try the said Townsend on a suspicion of being accesary to burning the prison of the said county. He was found not guilty.³ He sold land in 1732 at tract A147, near Temperanceville, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that James Townsend sold 100 acres to Charles Davis.²

     Mary Townsend was born circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 11 February 1709/10 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Townsonin the will of John Townson, wife Faith.¹

     Rhoda 'Rhody' Philby was born circa 1708 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1725,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Henry Townsend, son of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rhoda was named as administrator of an estate on 30 August 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Townsend was granted to his widow Rhody Townsend with George Philbey & John Towsend securities.¹ She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 31 December 1747 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that the audit/settlement of the accounts of Henry Townsend's estate had not been submitted as ordered; Rhody Townsend was cited to the next court to show why she had not done it.³ She died before 25 April 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as her father George Philbee named a granddaughter Arcadia Townsend in his will instead of her.²

     James Townsend was born circa 1727 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James made a will on 25 December 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. It was a verbal will "Made in the Christmas Holy Days last past" To brother Caleb. To John Paradice. John Paradice residual legatee. Proved by John Thornton, age 26, William Davis, age 21, & John White, age 18.¹ He died before 23 January 1748/49 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. It was fully probated on 31 Jan 1748/49. Presented by John Paradice who qualified.¹

     Caleb Townsend was born in April 1729 at Accomack Co, VA.² He was bound out on 28 May 1745 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Caleb Townsend (orphan of Henry Townsend), age 16 years last April, was bound to Richard Smith till lawful age to learn to be a carpenter.² Caleb was named in his brother's will on 25 December 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Caleb in the will of James Townsend.¹ Caleb witnessed a will on 9 November 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Martil, Mason Martial and Caleb Townsend witnessed the will of George Douglas, wife Tabitha.³ Caleb witnessed a will on 3 September 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Edward Joynes, Charles Thornton, Elijah Collins, Caleb Townsend and Samuel Singleton witnessed the will of William Wheelton, wife mary.⁴ He married Attalanta Finney, daughter of William Finney II and Sarah Watts, circa 1769 at Accomack Co, VA.⁵ Caleb made a will on 5 March 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. Wife Attalanta to have use of whole estate to bring up & educate my children, then to be divided between my children then living. Wife & Arthur Rowley Exrs. Witt: William Sturgis, John Cord, Adam Watt.⁵ He died before 28 October 1783 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.⁵

     Joseph Needham was born circa 1700.¹ He had a child bound to him on 28 November 1749 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Stephen Philbee heir at law to the testator.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1738,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Stephen Townsend the elder, son of Thomas Townsend Sr. and Sarah (-----), circa 1738.¹

     (-----) Elizabeth was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1734,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married John Townsend, son of Thomas Townsend Sr. and Sarah (-----), circa 1734.¹

     Stephen Townsend was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Mary (-----) circa 1760.² Stephen was named in his father's will on 4 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Stephen Townsend in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹ Stephen made a will on 21 December 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Mary whole estate during her widow then to be divided 1/2 to my daughter Rachel Townsend. Wife & John Townsend Exrs. Witt: Ezekiel Broadwater, Covington Ewell, Thomas Townsend.² He died before 31 January 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.²

     Jean Townsend was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1765,her married name was Campbell.¹ She married (-----) Campbell (h/o Jean Townsend) circa 1765.¹ Jean was named in her father's will on 4 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Jean Cambell in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹

     (-----) Campbell (h/o Jean Townsend) was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He married Jean Townsend, daughter of Stephen Townsend the elder and Mary (-----), circa 1765.¹

     Littleton Townsend was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Littleton was named in his father's will on 4 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Littleton Townsend in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹

     Mary Townsend was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her father's will on 4 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Mary Townsend in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹

     James Townsend was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ James was named in his father's will on 4 February 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son James Townsend in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹

     Mary (-----) was born circa 1742.¹ As of circa 1760,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Stephen Townsend, son of Stephen Townsend the elder and Mary (-----), circa 1760.¹ Mary was named in her husband's will on 21 December 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Mary in the will of Stephen Townsend.¹

     Rachel Townsend was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was named in her father's will on 21 December 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Rachel Townsend in the will of Stephen Townsend, wife Mary.¹

     Thomas Townsend was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Thomas witnessed a will on 20 November 1741 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Wallop, Thomas Townsend and Henry Townsend witnessed the will of James Thornton, wife Bridget.² Thomas witnessed a will on 6 March 1742/43 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Townsend, William Collins and Joseph Taylor witnessed the will of John Collins. He named grandchildren Sarah & Rachel Townsend.³ He witnessed a deed on 22 August 1764 at tract A176, northwest of Wattsville, Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that that Lazarus Townsend and his wife Mary resold to Joshua Collins. Cost: £13.0.0. Witt: William Beavens, Thomas Townsend and Thomas Collins.^4,5 Thomas witnessed a will on 21 December 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Ezekiel Broadwater, Covington Ewell and Thomas Townsend witnessed the will of Stephen Townsend, wife Mary.⁶ He died before 27 February 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Townsend was granted to Michael Robins with George Corbin security.¹

     Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1685 at Accomack Co, VA.² She married Skinner Wallop I, son of Capt. John Wallop (alias Wadlow) and Rebecca (-----), circa 1703 at Accomack Co, VA.² As of circa 1703,her married name was Wallop.² Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 2 April 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Skinner Wallop was granted to Elizabeth Wallop, widow of Skinner, with Samuel & William Taylor securities.² As of circa 1720,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Thomas Townsend circa 1720.¹ Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 30 August 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Townsend was granted to his widow Elizabeth Townsend with John Wallop security.¹ Elizabeth made a will on 29 January 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Townsend. To Skinner Wallop. To daughter Elizabeth Davis during her life, reversion to her 2 daughters Betty Smith & Mary Smith. Sarah Martial & Sophia Wallop residual legatees. Skinner Wallop Exr. Witt: John Thornton, Charles Thornton.³ She died before 28 January 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.³

     Ann (-----) was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. She married John Wallop, son of Skinner Wallop I and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1725.² As of circa 1725,her married name was Wallop.² Ann was named in her husband's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Ann Wallop in the will of John Wallop.²

     Sarah Wallop was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1745,her married name was Leatherman.¹ She married (-----) Leatherman circa 1745.¹ Sarah was named in her father's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah Leatherman in the will of John Wallop, wife Ann.¹ As of circa 1754,her married name was Townsend.² She married Richard Townsend, son of Richard Townsend and (-----) (-----), circa 1754.² Sarah was named as administrator of an estate on 27 January 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Townsend was granted to Sarah Townsend with Skinner Wallop & Adam Hall securities.²

     (-----) Leatherman was born circa 1720.¹ He married Sarah Wallop, daughter of John Wallop and Ann (-----), circa 1745.¹

     Ann Wallop was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann Wallop in the will of John Wallop, wife Ann.¹

     Sophia Wallop was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sophia was named in her father's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sophia Wallop in the will of John Wallop, wife Ann.¹ Sophia was named in her grandmother's will on 29 January 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sophia Wallop in the will of Elizabeth Townsend.²

     Parker Wallop was born circa 1746 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Parker was named in his father's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Parker Wallop in the will of John Wallop, wife Ann.¹

     William Wallop was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ William was named in his father's will on 11 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son William Wallop in the will of John Wallop, wife Ann.¹

     Skinner Wallop II was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He sold land circa 1750 at tract A142, Wallops Island, Accomack Co, VA. Towards the middle of the century, Skinner Wallop, son of Skinner who died intestate in 1718, sold 4 or 5 parcels to dispose of his 500 acres, but a record of them was not taken.¹ Skinner was named in his mother's will on 29 January 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Skinner Wallop and named Extr in the will of Elizabeth Townsend.²

     Betty Smith was born circa 1743 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Betty was named in her grandmother's will on 29 January 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betty Smith, daughter of my daughter Elizabeth Davis, in the will of Elizabeth Townsend.¹

     Mary Smith was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 29 January 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Betty Smith, daughter of my daughter Elizabeth Davis, in the will of Elizabeth Townsend.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1720. She married John Townsend circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1740,her married name was Townsend.¹

     Richard Townsend was born circa 1745 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Richard was named in his father's will on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Richard Townsend in the will of John Townsend Sr.¹

     Elizabeth 'Betty' Townsend was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Elizabeth Townsend and as Betty Townsend in the will of John Townsend Sr.¹

     George Townsend was born on 6 September 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.² George was named in his father's will on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my youngest son George Townsend in the will of John Townsend Sr.¹ He was named in an orphan's account on 26 September 1786 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Teackle Townsend presented an orphan account for George Townsend (orphan) of John Townsend dec'd who was born 6 Sep 1784.²

     (-----) (-----) (widow Jester) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1770,her married name was Jester.¹ She married (-----) Jester circa 1770.¹ (-----) (-----) (widow Jester) married John Townsend circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1780,her married name was Townsend.¹

     (-----) Jester was born circa 1740.¹ He married (-----) (-----) (widow Jester) circa 1770.¹ (-----) Jester died circa 1780.¹

     Isaiah Jester was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ His was named in the will of his step-father on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Townsend Sr. named the 3 children my last wife had before I was married to her, viz: Isiah Jester, Peggy Jester & Jedediah Jester and gave them 15 shillings each.¹

     Peggy Jester was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Her was named in the will of her step-father on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Townsend Sr. named the 3 children my last wife had before I was married to her, viz: Isiah Jester, Peggy Jester & Jedediah Jester and gave them 15 shillings each.¹

     Jedediah Jester was born circa 1774 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ His was named in the will of his step-father on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Townsend Sr. named the 3 children my last wife had before I was married to her, viz: Isiah Jester, Peggy Jester & Jedediah Jester and gave them 15 shillings each.¹

     Leah Townsend was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1780,her married name was Collins.¹ She married (-----) Collins circa 1780.¹ Leah was named in her father's will on 17 October 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Leah Collins in the will of John Townsend Sr.¹

     (-----) Collins was born circa 1760.¹ He married Leah Townsend, daughter of John Townsend and (-----) (-----), circa 1780.¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1740.¹ As of circa 1760,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married John Townsend, son of John Townsend and (-----) (-----), circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.²

     Ann Townsend was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 30 January 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann Townsend in the will of John Townsend, b/o Leah & Ann.¹

     Rebecker Townsend was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rebecker was named in her father's will on 30 January 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Rebecker Townsend in the will of John Townsend, b/o Leah & Ann.¹

     Sarah Townsend was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 6 March 1742/43 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Collins named grandchildren Sarah & Rachel Townsend in his will.² Sarah was named in her father's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah in the will of Richard Townsend, wife Susannah.¹

     Rachel Townsend was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Rachel was named in her grandfather's will on 6 March 1742/43 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Collins named grandchildren Sarah & Rachel Townsend in his will.² Rachel was named in her father's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Rachel in the will of Richard Townsend, wife Susannah.¹

     Ann Townsend was born circa 1736 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Ann was named in her father's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Ann in the will of Richard Townsend, wife Susannah.¹

     Susannah (-----) was born circa 1715 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ She married Richard Townsend, son of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1742,her married name was Townsend.¹ Susannah was named in her husband's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Susannah in the will of Richard Townsend..¹

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1690 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1710,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Richard Townsend, son of John Townsend I and Faith (-----), circa 1710.¹

     Richard Townsend was born circa 1715 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Richard was named in his father's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Richard Townsend in the will of Richard Townsend, wife Susannah.¹ He married Sarah Wallop, daughter of John Wallop and Ann (-----), circa 1754.² Richard Townsend died before 27 January 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Townsend was granted to Sarah Townsend with Skinner Wallop & Adam Hall securities.²

     (-----) (-----) was born circa 1710. She married John Townsend, son of Richard Townsend and (-----) (-----), circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. As of circa 1740,her married name was Townsend.

     Samuel Townsend was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ Samuel was named in his father's will on 28 November 1743 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Samuel Townsend in the will of Richard Townsend, wife Susannah.¹

     Adam Hall was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.¹ He was security on the administration of an estate on 27 January 1761 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Richard Townsend was granted to Sarah Townsend with Skinner Wallop & Adam Hall securities.¹

     Sarah Kirk was born circa 1700 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ As of before 1730,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married Littleton Townsend I, son of John Townsend II and Rebecca Porter, before 1730.^1,2 Sarah Kirk was named in her husband's estate settlement on 19 September 1755 at Worcester Co, MD. She was shown as Sarah Townsend, admx and the residue went to the widow, Levin, Littleton, Ezekiel, William, James & Esther.¹

     Ezekiel Townsend was born circa 1738 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     William Townsend was born circa 1740 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Susanna (-----) circa 1765.² William Townsend bought land in 1771 at tract A71, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. In 1768 Littleton Townsend sold to Elias White and Purnell Outten, and 3 years later they resold to William Townsend.³ William was named in his brother's will on 28 March 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother William Townsend in the will of Littleton Townsend, widower. He also named his daughter Anne.² He was security on the administration of an estate on 29 December 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Henry Townsend was granted to Sally Townsend with William Polk and William Townsend securities.⁴

     James Townsend was born circa 1736 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He married Sarah Cord, daughter of William Cord and Rachel (-----), on 6 July 1774 at Worcester Co, VA.²

     Littleton Townsend II was born circa 1741 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ He bought land in 1762 at tract A71, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Noah and Sarah Belote sold 8 acres to Littleton Townsend. It was bounded on the west by the town line.² He married (-----) (-----) circa 1765.³ Littleton Townsend II sold land in 1768 at tract A71, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Littleton Townsend sold to Elias White and Purnell Outten, and 3 years later they resold to William Townsend.² Littleton made a will on 28 March 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. To be buried by my wife. Whole estate to bro Levin Townsend & son James Townsend except 5 £ which I give to my brother William Townsend's daughter Anne. Brother William & friend William Drummond Exrs. Witt: John Montgomery, James Berry, Joseph Nock, Nathaniel Beavans.³ He died before 27 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.³

     Levin Townsend was born circa 1734 at Worcester Co, VA.¹ Levin was named in his brother's will on 28 March 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother Levin Townsend in the will of Littleton Townsend, widower.²

     Esther Townsend was born circa 1730 at Worcester Co, VA.¹ As of circa 1750,her married name was Quinton.¹ She married Phillip Quinton circa 1750.¹

     Phillip Quinton was born circa 1725.¹ He married Esther Townsend, daughter of Littleton Townsend I and Sarah Kirk, circa 1750.¹

     Sarah Cord was born on 10 July 1744 at Worcester Co, VA.¹ As of 6 July 1774,her married name was Townsend.¹ She married James Townsend, son of Littleton Townsend I and Sarah Kirk, on 6 July 1774 at Worcester Co, VA.¹ Sarah Cord died before 31 May 1816 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that her will was probated.¹

     William Cord was born circa 1720 at Worcester Co.¹ He married Rachel (-----) circa 1745 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Rachel (-----) was born circa 1725.¹ She married William Cord circa 1745 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ As of circa 1745,her married name was Cord.¹

     Nancy Ann Postly Townsend was born on 16 April 1775 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She died in 1819 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Esther 'Hetty' Quinton Townsend was born on 22 October 1777 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ She died in 1829 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Sarah Kirk Townsend was born on 10 January 1780 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ As of 28 December 1798,her married name was Hudson.¹ She married Jonathan Hudson on 28 December 1798 at Worcester Co, MD.¹ Sarah Kirk Townsend died after 1829 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

     Jonathan Hudson was born circa 1770.¹ He married Sarah Kirk Townsend, daughter of James Townsend and Sarah Cord, on 28 December 1798 at Worcester Co, MD.¹