Polly Thornton1
F, b. circa 1800
Birth* | circa 1800 | Polly was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Land rec'd as gift* | 1821 | Polly received land as a gift in 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William Thornton of Charles deeded land to Hessy, Polly & William Thornton..1 |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Edward Thornton1
M, b. circa 1881
Biography* | | Mrs. Dorothy Bull told Mary Frances Carey on 3 Jan 1986 that her father was Sylvester Lee Thronton and that he had a brother Edward that lived in Philadelphia. Edward's children were Edward, Robert, Irene & Eleanor. |
Birth* | circa 1881 | Edward was born circa 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Edward Thornton1
M, b. circa 1900
Birth* | circa 1900 | Edward was born circa 1900. |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Robert Thornton1
M, b. circa 1902
Birth* | circa 1902 | Robert was born circa 1902. |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Irene Thornton1
F, b. circa 1904
Birth* | circa 1904 | Irene was born circa 1904. |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Eleanor Thornton1
F, b. circa 1906
Birth* | circa 1906 | Eleanor was born circa 1906. |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
Loomis W. Thornton1,2
M, b. 30 June 1883, d. 27 February 1947
Birth* | 30 June 1883 | Loomis was born on 30 June 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Loumas W. Thornton, the son of Lemuel Y. Thornton, farmer, and Harriet. His mother gave the information..1,3 |
Marriage* | 23 December 1903 | He married Mamie Bunting, daughter of George Robert Bunting and Ellen Hester Justice, on 23 December 1903 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Loomis W. Thornton, a 20 year old farmer, the son of Lemuel Y. & Harriet F. Thornton and she was shown as Mamie Bunting, age 20, the daughter of George R. & Edna E. Bunting..2 |
Death* | 27 February 1947 | Loomis died on 27 February 1947 at age 63.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Loomis W. Thornton, who is buried next to Manie B. Thornton..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Ann Rida Thornton1
F, b. 1880, d. 1969
Birth* | 1880 | Ann was born in 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 14 November 1906 | She married Elwood Milton Taylor, son of George W. Taylor and Virginia Frances 'Jennie' East, on 14 November 1906 at Atlantic Methodist Ch, Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elwood Milton Taylor, a 22 year old railroad agent, the son of George Wesley & Jennie Frances Taylor and she was shown as A. Rida Thornton, age 26, the daughter of Lemuel Y. & Harriet Frances Thornton..1 |
Married Name | 14 November 1906 | As of 14 November 1906,her married name was Taylor. |
Death* | 1969 | Ann died in 1969.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann Rida Taylor, wife of Elwood M. Taylor..2 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Meta Thornton1
F, b. 1890, d. 1975
Birth* | 1890 | Meta was born in 1890 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 5 September 1912 | She married Joseph 'Joe' A. Conquest, son of Nathaniel Burton Conquest and Josephine H. Shield, on 5 September 1912 at Salisbury, Wicomico Co, MD. They were shown as Joe Conquest and Miss Meta Thornton who were married at Salisbury on Thursday of last week. There are both of Atlantic..3 |
Married Name | 5 September 1912 | As of 5 September 1912,her married name was Conquest. |
Death* | 1975 | Meta died in 1975.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Meta T. Conquest, buried next to Joseph A. Conquest..2 |
Citations
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S771] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Marriages from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, Pen Ent 14 Sep 1912 issue (marriage of Joe Conquest and Miss Meta Thornton).
Eva Beatrice Thornton1,2
F, b. 1 September 1887
Birth* | 1 September 1887 | Eva was born on 1 September 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Eva B. Thornton, the daughter of Lemuel Y. (farmer) & Harriet F. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 22 May 1912 | She married Adin Partridge Rich, son of William Manklin Rich and Beulah Horton, on 22 May 1912 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Adin Partridge Rich, a 28 year old manufacturing jeweler, born in Pennsylvania & living in Philadelphia, the son of Wm. Manklin(?) & Beulah Horton(?) Rich and she was shown as Eva Beatrice Thornton, age 24, the daughter of Lemuel Y. & Harriet Frances Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 22 May 1912 | As of 22 May 1912,her married name was Rich. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Mary Jones
F, b. circa 1780
Birth* | circa 1780 | Mary was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Marriage* | 26 September 1808 | She married Jonathan Thornton, son of John Thornton, on 26 September 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. James Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Thornton and Mary Jones..1 |
Married Name | 26 September 1808 | As of 26 September 1808,her married name was Thornton. |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers's Returns).
Henry Thornton1
M, b. circa 1810
Birth* | circa 1810 | Henry was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Marriage* | 27 June 1839 | He married Euphemia R. Thornton, daughter of William Thornton and Margaret Taylor, on 27 June 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts and George P. (-----) were the securities on the M.L.B. of Henry Thornton of Mary and Euphemia Thornton..1 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers's Returns).
George H. Thornton1
M, b. 1872, d. 2 September 1908
Birth* | 1872 | George was born in 1872 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. H. Thornton, an 8 year old son in a household headed by Wm. H. Thornton, a 35 year old laborer..1 |
Marriage* | 29 January 1898 | He married Nancy M. Daisey, daughter of James Daisey and Mary Andrews, on 29 January 1898 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George H. Thornton, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of William H. & Hester M. Thornton and she was shown as Nancy M. Daisey, age 23, the daughter of James of J. & Mary Daisey..3 |
Death* | 2 September 1908 | George died on 2 September 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Thornton, who died 2 Sep 1908, aged 35. He was a member of the Wallop's Island crew and was survived by a wife and 4 children. Chincoteague News..4 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George H. Thornton, who was buried next to Nancy M. Thornton..2 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S768] Compilers Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry W. Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers (from 30 Jun 1881 to 31 Dec 1912), Accomack News, 5 Sep 1908 issue.
Josephine Thornton1
F, b. circa 1871
Birth* | circa 1871 | Josephine was born circa 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | Josephine was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Josephine Thornton, a 9 year old daughter in a household headed by John Thornton, a 55 year old oyster planter..1 |
Marriage* | 4 April 1886 | She married Sewell W. Taylor, son of David R(ichardson) Taylor and Catharine Ann Prescott, on 4 April 1886 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as Sewell W. Taylor, age 28 and Josephine Thornton, age 16.2 |
Married Name | 4 April 1886 | As of 4 April 1886,her married name was Taylor. |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Letitia Lee Thornton1,2
F, b. 3 August 1879
Birth* | 3 August 1879 | Letitia was born on 3 August 1879 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Letitia Lee Thornton, the daughter of Alfred T. Thornton, farmer, and Alice D. Thornton. His father gave the information..2 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | Letitia was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Metompkin Dist, North, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lutitia L. Thornton, a 10 month old daughter in a household headed by A.L. Thornton, a 25 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Patience A. Thornton1,2
F, b. 1869, d. 1940
Birth* | 1869 | Patience was born in 1869 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Patience Thronton, born 1 Jan 1872, daughter of John E. Thornton, oysterman, and Mary A., born in the Island Township. A friend Miles B. Thornton gave the information. Her tombstone shows 1869..2,3 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | Patience was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Patricia Thornton, a 9 year old daughter in a household headed by John J. Thornton, a 35 year old laborer..1 |
Marriage* | 22 September 1888 | She married John T. 'Fiddling Jack' Thornton, son of Miles B. Thornton Sr. and Ebah 'Ebba' Hall, on 22 September 1888 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, a 19 year old oysterman, the son of John C. & Mary A. Tornton and she was shown as Patience Thornton, age 16, the daughter of Miles B. & Ebba Thornton. They were married by J.E. Bundick. (NOTE: In order to match the 1870 and 1880 census for both the bride and groom, the parents of this couple must have been switched on the marriage record.)4 |
Death* | 1940 | Patience died in 1940.3 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Thornton Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
John A. Thornton1
M, b. circa 1878
Birth* | circa 1878 | John was born circa 1878 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John A. Thornton, a 2 year old son in a household headed by John J. Thornton, a 35 year old laborer..1 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
Franklin Thornton1,2
M, b. 9 July 1874
Birth* | 9 July 1874 | Franklin was born on 9 July 1874 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Franklin Thornton, son of James Thornton, farmer, and Jane. His father gave the informtion..2 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | Franklin was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Metompkin Dist, North, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Frank Thornton, a 5 year old son in a household headed by James Thornton, a 46 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
William Lawrence Thornton1
M, b. 14 May 1881, d. 27 January 1917
Birth* | 14 May 1881 | William was born on 14 May 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. L. Thornton, the son of Lemuel Y. (farmer) & Harriet F. Thornton. His father gave the information..2,1 |
Marriage | 19 December 1900 | He married Lula May Bunting, daughter of George Robert Bunting and Ellen Hester Justice, on 19 December 1900 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Lawrence Thornton, a 20 year old farmer, the son of Lemuel Y. & Harriet F. Thornton and she was shown as Lula May Bunting, age 20, the daughter of George R. & Ellen H. Bunting..3 |
Marriage* | circa 1910 | He married Sallie C. (-----) circa 1910.2 |
Death* | 27 January 1917 | William died on 27 January 1917 at age 35.2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William Lawrence Thornton, who was buried next to Lula M. & Sallie C. Thornton..2 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Sallie C. (-----)
F, b. 1881, d. 1948
Birth* | 1881 | Sallie was born in 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1910 | She married William Lawrence Thornton, son of Lemuel Y. Thornton and Harriet Frances Tindall, circa 1910.1 |
Married Name | circa 1910 | As of circa 1910,her married name was Thornton. |
Death* | 1948 | Sallie died in 1948.1 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstones shows her as Sallie C. Thornton, the 2nd wife of William L. Thornton..1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Lula May Bunting1
F, b. 17 September 1880, d. 16 May 1906
Birth* | 17 September 1880 | Lula was born on 17 September 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 19 December 1900 | She married William Lawrence Thornton, son of Lemuel Y. Thornton and Harriet Frances Tindall, on 19 December 1900 at Atlantic, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Lawrence Thornton, a 20 year old farmer, the son of Lemuel Y. & Harriet F. Thornton and she was shown as Lula May Bunting, age 20, the daughter of George R. & Ellen H. Bunting..1 |
Married Name | 19 December 1900 | As of 19 December 1900,her married name was Thornton. |
Death* | 16 May 1906 | Lula died on 16 May 1906 at age 25. She was shown as Mrs. Lawrence Thornton, who was survived by her husband and one child and a baby 4 weeks old..2,3 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Lula May Thornton, the 1st wife of William L. Thornton..2 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S360] Accomack News, 26 May 1906 issue.
(-----) Bodley
M, b. circa 1875
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Gordon Tarr
M, b. circa 1865
Citations
- [S768] Compilers Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry W. Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers (from 30 Jun 1881 to 31 Dec 1912), Pen Ent 22 Feb 1908 issue.
Nancy M. Daisey1
F, b. 1871, d. 1951
Birth* | 1871 | Nancy was born in 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 29 January 1898 | She married George H. Thornton, son of William H. Thornton and Hester 'Nellie' or 'Hattie' McGee, on 29 January 1898 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George H. Thornton, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of William H. & Hester M. Thornton and she was shown as Nancy M. Daisey, age 23, the daughter of James of J. & Mary Daisey..1 |
Married Name | 29 January 1898 | As of 29 January 1898,her married name was Thornton. |
Death* | 1951 | Nancy died in 1951.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Nancy M. Thornton, who is buried next to George H. Thornton..3,2 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Pruitt1
F, b. 1878, d. 1960
Birth* | 1878 | Elizabeth was born in 1878 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 20 February 1901 | She married Emmons G. Thornton, son of James Washington Thornton Sr. and Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough, on 20 February 1901 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Emmons G. Thornton, a 26 year old oysterman, the son of James & Delia Thornton, and she was shown as Lizzie Pruitt, age 26, daughter of Sarah Pruitt..1 |
Married Name | 20 February 1901 | As of 20 February 1901,her married name was Thornton. |
Death* | 1960 | Elizabeth died in 1960.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Booth Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth Thornton, wife of Emmons Thorntons..2 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Albert F. Mears1
M, b. circa 1855
Birth* | circa 1855 | Albert was born circa 1855 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Census w/parents* | 1860 | Albert was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Albert Mears, age 5 in HH#699 headed by Julius C. Mears, a 29 year old farmer..1 |
Marriage* | 12 December 1888 | He married Nettie Tarr on 12 December 1888 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Albert F. Mears, age 34 and Nettie Tarr, age 22..2 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Annie M. Thornton1,2
F, b. 12 June 1880
Birth* | 12 June 1880 | Annie was born on 12 June 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Annie M. Thornton, daughter of Lemuel Z. Thornton, farmer, and Harriet F. Thornton. Her father gave the information..2 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | Annie was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Atlantic Dist, Sea Side, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Annie Thornton, a 6 month old daughter in a household headed by Lemuel Thornton, a 22 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Miles Kendell Thornton Jr. (wife Lewis or Lunn)1,2
M, b. 4 September 1874, d. 26 August 1952
Birth* | 4 September 1874 | Miles was born on 4 September 1874 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Miles B. Thornton, son of Miles B. Thornton, oysterman, and Iba, born 25 Sep 1874. His father gave the information. His tombstone show 4 Sep 1874..2,3 |
Census w/father* | 1880 | Miles was listed with his father in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as (-----) Thornton, a 5 year old son in a household headed by M.B. Thornton, a 38 year old oysterman..1 |
Marriage* | 24 May 1896 | He married Annie E. Lunn, daughter of John P. Lunn and Rachel E. McGee, on 24 May 1896 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Miles Kendal Thornton, a 22 year old sailor, the son of Miles B. & Iby Thornton and she was shown as Annie E. Lunn, age 18, the daughter of John P. & Rachel Lunn..4,5 |
Death* | 26 August 1952 | Miles died on 26 August 1952 at age 77.4,3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Miles Kendell Thornton..3 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
George D. Thornton1
M, b. circa 1879
Birth* | circa 1879 | George was born circa 1879 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Census w/parents* | 1880 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Thornton, a 1 year old son in a household headed by John Thornton, a 24 year old laborer..1 |
Census w/parents* | 1900 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1900 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George D. Thornton, a 22 year old son in a household headed by John H. Thornton, age 42 and his wife Franie M. Thornton, age 39.2 |
Citations
- [S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Silvester Thornton1
M, b. 14 February 1865, d. 14 February 1865
Death* | 14 February 1865 | Silvester died on 14 February 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Birth* | 14 February 1865 | Silvester was born on 14 February 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Silvester Thornton, who was deadborn on 14 Feb 1865, the son of John H. Thornton, sailor, and Marg. His father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
William Thornton1
M, b. 27 December 1865, d. 27 December 1865
Death* | 27 December 1865 | William died on 27 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Birth* | 27 December 1865 | William was born on 27 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Thornton, deadborn, 27 Dec 1865, son of Wm. Thornton, farmer, and Emmay. His father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
Charles C. Thornton1
M, b. 2 January 1885, d. 1959
Birth* | 2 January 1885 | Charles was born on 2 January 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles B. Thornton, son of John T. Thornton, famer, and Maggie Thornton. His father gave the information..1,2 |
Death* | 1959 | Charles died in 1959.2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Charles C. Thornton, 1885-1959..2 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Charles H. Thornton1
M, b. 7 February 1884, d. 1970
Birth* | 7 February 1884 | Charles was born on 7 February 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles H. Thornton, son of Miles B. Thornton, oysterman, and Maggy Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 6 April 1904 | He married Mamie J. Watkinson, daughter of Cornelius S. Watkinson and Julia A. (-----), on 6 April 1904 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles H. Thornton, a 19 year old waterman, the son of Miles B. & Maggie E. Thornton and she was shown as Mamie J. Watkinson, age 18, the daughter of Cornelius S. & Julia A. Watkinson..2 |
Death* | 1970 | Charles died in 1970.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Elizabeth Thornton1,2
F, b. 1 April 1881
Birth* | 1 April 1881 | Elizabeth was born on 1 April 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz. Thornton, daughter of John J. Thornton, oysterman, and Mary A. Thornton. Her mother reported the information.. |
Marriage* | 6 December 1902 | She married George S. Pusey, son of John Pusey and Sallie E. (-----), on 6 December 1902 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George S. Pussey, a 25 year old divorced sailor, the son of John & Sallie Pussey and she was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 22, the daughter of John J. & Mary A. Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 6 December 1902 | As of 6 December 1902,her married name was Pusey. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Elizabeth A. 'June Bug' Thornton1
F, b. 18 September 1882, d. 1963
Birth* | 18 September 1882 | Elizabeth was born on 18 September 1882 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz. A. Thornton, daughter of John Thos. & Comfort E. Thornton. Her mother gave the information..1 |
Marriage* | 26 September 1898 | She married Nelson M. 'Tess' Wimbrough, son of William B. (of Griffin) Wimbrough and Delitha Ellen Gordy, on 26 September 1898 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Nelson M. Wimbrough, a 20 year old oysterman, the son of William & Delilla Wimbrough and she was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 16, the daughter of John T. & Comfort Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 26 September 1898 | As of 26 September 1898,her married name was Wimbrough. |
Death* | 1963 | Elizabeth died in 1963.3 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth T. Wimbrow, 1882-1963. The tombstone book also shows her as "June Bug", wife of Nelson M. Wimbrow..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Elmer C. Thornton1
M, b. 9 September 1885, d. 1952
Birth* | 9 September 1885 | Elmer was born on 9 September 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Elmer Thornton, son of Jno. T. Thornton, oysterman, and Comfort Thornton, born 9 Sep 1885. His father gave the information. His tombstone shows 1884..2 |
Marriage* | 27 October 1904 | He married Virginia V. 'Vergie' Jester, daughter of Daniel James Jester and Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Ann Daisey, on 27 October 1904 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elmer Thornton, a 19 year old oysterman, the son of John T. & Comfort Thornton and she was shown Virginia Jester, age 18, the daughter of Daniel J. & Elizabeth Jester..3 |
Death* | 1952 | Elmer died in 1952.4 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Elmer C. Thornton, 1884-1952, who is buried next to Vergie V. Thornton..4 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Georganna Thornton1
F, b. 6 December 1883
Birth* | 6 December 1883 | Georganna was born on 6 December 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Georganna Thornton, the daughter of John Thornton, farmer, and Serena Thornton. Her grandmother Nancy Taylor gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Georganna Thornton1
F, b. 6 January 1883
Birth* | 6 January 1883 | Georganna was born on 6 January 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Georganna Thornton, the daughter of Thomas H. Thornton, farmer, and Ella Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
John B. Thornton1
M, b. 1882, d. 1963
Birth* | 1882 | John was born in 1882 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John C. Thornton, the son of John J. Thornton, oysterman, and Mary A. Thornton, born 6 Aug 1883. His father gave the information. His tombstone shows him as John B. Thornton, born 1882..1 |
Death* | 1963 | John died in 1963.2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Thornton Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John B. Thornton, 1882-1963..2 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
John Edward Thornton1,2
M, b. 6 December 1888, d. 7 March 1962
Birth* | 6 December 1888 | John was born on 6 December 1888 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Thornton, the son of Wm. H. Thornton, oysterman, and Hester Thornton, born 23 Oct 1886. His father gave the information. His tombstone shows 6 Dec 1888..1,3 |
Marriage* | 1 February 1911 | He married Maggie E. Marvel, daughter of Robert B. or E. Marvel and Sarah Elizabeth 'Lizzie' (-----), on 1 February 1911 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Thornton, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of William H. & Hester Thornton and she was shown as Maggie E. Marvel, age 24, the daughter of Robert B. & Lizzie Marvel..2 |
Death* | 7 March 1962 | John died on 7 March 1962 at age 73.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John E. Thornton, 6 Dec 1888 - 7 Mar 1962, VA Surfman, US Coast Guard, buried near Maggie Thornton..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
John H. Thornton1
M, b. 25 May 1879
Birth* | 25 May 1879 | John was born on 25 May 1879 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Thornton, the son of John Thos. Thornton, oysterman, and Sarah J. Thornton. Aunt Ellen J. Clayville gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
John K. Thornton1
M, b. 11 March 1882
Birth* | 11 March 1882 | John was born on 11 March 1882 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John K. Thornton, the son of Jno. J. Thronton of K., oysterman, and Frany A. Thornton. His father gave the information..1 |
Census w/parents* | 1900 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1900 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Thornton, an 18 year old son in a household headed by John H. Thornton, age 42 and his wife Franie M. Thornton, age 39.2 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
John Nealy Thornton1
M, b. 1 April 1883, d. 8 December 1956
Birth* | 1 April 1883 | John was born on 1 April 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Thornton, the son of Jno. T. Thornton, oysterman, and Comfort his wife. His mother gave the information. Accorcing to Dr. Bill Burton, he was know as John Nealy Thornton..2,3 |
Marriage* | circa 1905 | He married Elizabeth 'Lizzie' Hill circa 1905.4 |
Death* | 8 December 1956 | John died on 8 December 1956 at age 73.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John N. Thornton, who was buriend near Lizzie N. Thronton..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S809] Dr. William S. Burton, to M.K. Miles.
(son_of_James.T.) Thornton1
M, b. 19 March 1882
Birth* | 19 March 1882 | (son_of_James.T.) was born on 19 March 1882 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was show as an unnamed Thornton, deadborn, the son of James T. and Sarah A. Thornton. His grandmother Mahaly Taylor gave the information..1 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
(dau_of_John.T.) Thornton1
F, b. 3 January 1883
Birth* | 3 January 1883 | (dau_of_John.T.) was born on 3 January 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of John T. (oysterman) & Maggie Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
(dau_of_Wm.P.) Thornton1
F, b. 9 February 1885
Birth* | 9 February 1885 | (dau_of_Wm.P.) was born on 9 February 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of Wm. P. Thornton Jr. (oysterman) & Mary E., his wife. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
(dau_of_John.W.) Thornton1
F, b. 10 November 1886
Birth* | 10 November 1886 | (dau_of_John.W.) was born on 10 November 1886 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of John W. Thronton (farmer) & Sally his wife. Her mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
(son_of Alfred.T) Thornton1
M, b. 2 October 1886
Birth* | 2 October 1886 | (son_of was born on 2 October 1886 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the son of Alfred T. (oysterman) & Alice D. Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Virginia M. 'Jennie' Thornton1
F, b. 13 December 1882, d. 1960
Birth* | 13 December 1882 | Virginia was born on 13 December 1882 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Virginia Thornton, the daughter of John T. Thornton of Jno. (farmer) & his wife Maggie S. Thornton, born 13 Dec 1882. Her father gave the information. Her tombstone shows 1881..2 |
Death* | 1960 | Virginia died in 1960.2 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Jennie M. Thornton, 1881-1960..2 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Elizabeth 'Lizzie' (-----)
F, b. circa 1860
William H. Thornton1,2
M, b. 1884
Birth* | 1884 | William was born in 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. H. Thornton, the son of Noah (oysterman) & Elizabeth Thornton, born 4 Oct 1885. His grandmother Eliz. Chericks gave the information. He was also shown as Wm. H. Thornton, the son of Noah (oysterman) & Lizzie Thornton, 10 Sep 1886. His father reported the information. His tombstone shows 1884..1,3 |
Marriage* | 22 July 1904 | He married Lydia May Daisey, daughter of William P. Daisey and Mary A. Steelman, on 22 July 1904 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Thornton, a 19 year old oysterman, the son of Noah & Lizzie Thornton and she was shown as Lydia Daisey, age 16, the daughter of William P. & Mary A. Daisey..2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William H. Thornton, 1884-____..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
William James Thornton1,2
M, b. 20 March 1886, d. 1935
Birth* | 20 March 1886 | William was born on 20 March 1886 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. J. Thornton, the son of John J. (oysterman) & Mary A. Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 9 August 1912 | He married Abbie J. Mason on 9 August 1912 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William James Thornton, a 24 year old oysterman, the son of John J. & Mary A. Thornton and she was shown as Abba Mason, age 15, the daughter of George & Charlotte Mason..2 |
Death* | 1935 | William died in 1935.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William J. Thornton, 1886-1935, who is buried near Abbie J. Thornton..3 |
Citations
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Alice Ida Thornton1,2
F, b. 12 April 1895
Birth* | 12 April 1895 | Alice was born on 12 April 1895 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Alice Ida Thornton, the daughter of Miles B. (oysterman) & Maggie Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 2 September 1909 | She married John S. Finney, son of Alfred W. Finney Sr. and Mary Alberta 'Bertie' Small, on 2 September 1909 at Wachapreague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John S. Finney, a 44 year old widowed farmer, the son of Alfred W. & Mary A. Finney and she was shown as Alice I. Thornton, age 15, the daughter of Miles B. & Maggie E. Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 2 September 1909 | As of 2 September 1909,her married name was Finney. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
David Thornton1
M, b. 10 January 1887, d. 10 July 1887
Birth* | 10 January 1887 | David was born on 10 January 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as David Thornton, the son of John H. (farmer) & Ella Thornton. His mother gave the information..1 |
Death* | 10 July 1887 | David died on 10 July 1887 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David Thornton, who died of chol. inf. at the age of 6 days old. The was the son of John H. & Ella Thornton, born in Acc Co. His mother gave the informtion..2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
David P. Thornton1
M, b. 1 September 1895
Birth* | 1 September 1895 | David was born on 1 September 1895 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as David P. Thornton, the son of John T. of Miles (oysterman) & Patience Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Dora Thornton1,2
F, b. 26 May 1893
Birth* | 26 May 1893 | Dora was born on 26 May 1893 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Dora Thornton, the daughter of Wm. T. (oysterman) & Mary E. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 27 December 1907 | She married Sidney J. Hill, son of Daniel Hill and Mary A. Daisey, on 27 December 1907 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Sidney J. Hill, an 18 year old oysterman, the son of Daniel & Mary A. Hill and she was shown as Dora Thornton, age 17, the daughter of William P. & Mary E. Thornton. They were married at the Methodist Ep. Parsonage..2 |
Married Name | 27 December 1907 | As of 27 December 1907,her married name was Hill. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Duray H. Thornton1
M, b. 14 June 1887, d. 10 September 1887
Birth* | 14 June 1887 | Duray was born on 14 June 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Duray H. Thornton, the son of Wm. E. (oysterman) & Amanda Thornton. His mother gave the information..2 |
Death* | 10 September 1887 | Duray died on 10 September 1887 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Duray Thornton, who died of consumption at the age of 5 months, 15 days. He was the son of Wm. & Amanda Thornton. His mother gave the information..3 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Edward A. Thornton1
M, b. 10 May 1896, d. 1931
Birth* | 10 May 1896 | Edward was born on 10 May 1896 at Justisville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edw'd A. Thornton, the son of Calhoun J. (oysterman) & Willie F. Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Death* | 1931 | Edward died in 1931.2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Edward T. Thornton1
M, b. 5 October 1890, d. 20 April 1940
Birth* | 5 October 1890 | Edward was born on 5 October 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward P. Thornton, born 5 Nov 1890, the son of John Thos. (oysterman) & Comfort Thornton. His father gave the information. His tombstone shows 5 Oct 1890..1 |
Death* | 20 April 1940 | Edward died on 20 April 1940 at age 49.2 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Edward T. Thornton, 5 Oct 1890 - 20 Apr 1940, who is buried next to John N. Thornton..2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Elmer L. Thornton1
M, b. 24 April 1888
Birth* | 24 April 1888 | Elmer was born on 24 April 1888 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elmer L. Thornton, the son of Sylvester L. (farmer) & Florence Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Elsie Thornton1
F, b. 24 August 1896
Birth* | 24 August 1896 | Elsie was born on 24 August 1896 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elsie Thornton, the daughter of Wm. P. (oysterman) & Mary E. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
G. Thornton1
M, b. 12 November 1890
Birth* | 12 November 1890 | G. was born on 12 November 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as G. Thornton, the son of Lemuel Y. (farmer) & Harriet F. Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
George T. Thornton1
M, b. August 1887
Birth* | August 1887 | George was born in August 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Thornton, the son of John T. (oysterman) & Comfort Thornton. His father gave the information..1 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
George Thomas Thornton1,2
M, b. 14 February 1888, d. 7 November 1957
Birth* | 14 February 1888 | George was born on 14 February 1888 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Thos. Thornton, the son of John Thos. (oysterman) & Comfort Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 15 March 1908 | He married Mannie A. Hopkins, daughter of George H. Hopkins and Jane Birch, on 15 March 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George T. Thornton, a 20 year old oysterman, the son of John T. & Comfort Thornton and she was shown as Manie Hopkins, age 18, the daughter of George H. & Jane Hopkins..2 |
Death* | 7 November 1957 | George died on 7 November 1957 at age 69.3 |
Burial* | | His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George T. Thornton, 1888-1957, who is buried next to Mannie A. Thornton..4 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S809] Dr. William S. Burton, to M.K. Miles.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Harriet Thornton1
F, b. 2 October 1888
Birth* | 2 October 1888 | Harriet was born on 2 October 1888 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet Thornton, the daughter of Noah (oysterman) & Elizabeth Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Harriet M. 'Hattie' Thornton1
F, b. 7 January 1890
Birth* | 7 January 1890 | Harriet was born on 7 January 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet M. Thornton, the daughter of Sylvester L. (farmer) & Florence Thornton.. |
Marriage* | 29 April 1906 | She married George D. Nock, son of Jackson L. Nock and May (-----), on 29 April 1906 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George D. Nock, a 22 year old mason, the son of Jackson L. & May Nock and she was shown as Hattie M. Thornton, age 17, the daughter of Sylvester L. & Florence Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 29 April 1906 | As of 29 April 1906,her married name was Nock. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Herbert F. Thornton1
M, b. 6 April 1893
Birth* | 6 April 1893 | Herbert was born on 6 April 1893 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Herbert F. Thornton, the son of A.T. (farmer) & Alice D. Thornton. His father gave the infomation..1 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Joseph S. Thornton1
M, b. 16 April 1896
Birth* | 16 April 1896 | Joseph was born on 16 April 1896 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph S. Thornton, the son of Benj. P. (oysterman) & Sarena Jane Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Laura M. Thornton1,2
F, b. 26 October 1887
Birth* | 26 October 1887 | Laura was born on 26 October 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Laura M. Thornton, the daughter of Wm. P. (oysterman) & Mary Thornton. Her mother gave the infomation.. |
Marriage* | 1 September 1903 | She married Eba Birch, son of David H. Birch and Mary (-----), on 1 September 1903 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Eba Birch, a 21 year old oysterman, the son of David H. & Mary Birch and she was shown as Laura M. Thornton, age 17, the daughter of William P. & Mary Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 1 September 1903 | As of 1 September 1903,her married name was Birch. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Henry Lee Thornton1
M, b. 2 October 1893
Birth* | 2 October 1893 | Henry was born on 2 October 1893 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Lee Thornton, the son of James Jr. (oysterman) & Julia Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Charlotte D. 'Lottie' Thornton1
F, b. 22 January 1896
Birth* | 22 January 1896 | Charlotte was born on 22 January 1896 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lottie D. Thornton, the daughter of Jas. Junior (oysterman) & Julia Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Marriage* | circa 1925 | She married Charlie W. Collins circa 1925.2,3 |
Married Name | circa 1925 | As of circa 1925,her married name was Collins. |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Red Mens Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Martha Jane Thornton1
F, b. 30 December 1894, d. 1958
Birth* | 30 December 1894 | Martha was born on 30 December 1894 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Martha J. Thornton, the daughter of Jas. L. (farmer) & Sarah C. Thornton. Her grandmother Mrs. Mary Thornton gave the information.. |
Marriage* | 24 March 1917 | She married John Tom Justice, son of William M. Justice and Sarah T. (-----), on 24 March 1917 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Justis, a 25 year old farmer, the son of William M....... & Lidia S. Justis and she was shown as Martha J. Thornton, age 22, the daughter of James L. & Lidia S. Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 24 March 1917 | As of 24 March 1917,her married name was Justice. |
Death* | 1958 | Martha died in 1958.3 |
Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Martha Jane Justice, wife of John Tom Justice..3 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Maggie E. (-----)
F, b. circa 1870
Mary Ethel Thornton1
F, b. 12 October 1893, d. February 1902
Birth* | 12 October 1893 | Mary was born on 12 October 1893 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Thornton, the daughter of Samuel (farmer) & Maggie E. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Death* | February 1902 | Mary died in February 1902 at age 8. She was shown as a daughter Ethel Thornton in her obituary of this date..2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S768] Compilers Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry W. Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers (from 30 Jun 1881 to 31 Dec 1912), Pen. Ent. 22 Feb 1902 issue.
Mollie Thornton1
F, b. 23 June 1893
Birth* | 23 June 1893 | Mollie was born on 23 June 1893 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mollie Thornton, the daughter of Jno. W. (oysterman) & Ella Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Morrell G. Thornton1
M, b. 25 January 1896
Birth* | 25 January 1896 | Morrell was born on 25 January 1896 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Morrell G. Thornton, the son of Alfred T. (farmer) & Alice L. Thornton. His father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Nancy C. Thornton1
F, b. 25 September 1892, d. 12 February 1935
Birth* | 25 September 1892 | Nancy was born on 25 September 1892 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy P. Thornton, the daughter of Miles B. (oysterman) & Maggie E. Thornton. Her father gave the information. (NOTE: Find A Grave shows 25 Aug 1892.) |
Marriage* | 24 December 1907 | She married Southey Mitchell Bell, son of James Wilmore Bell and Theodocia Ward, on 24 December 1907 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Southey M. Bell, a 26 year old oyster planter, the son of James W. & Sherdassin(?) Bell and she was shown as Nancy C. Thornton, age 16, the daughter of Miles B. & Maggie E. Thornton..2 |
Married Name | 24 December 1907 | As of 24 December 1907,her married name was Bell. |
Census w/fath-in-law | 1910 | Nancy was listed with her father-in-law in the census of 1910 at Pungoteague District, Accomack Co, VA. The household was headed by James W. Bell, a 59 oyster planter. Listed with him were Doskia Bell, a 53 year old wife; Wilmer F. Bell, a 33 year old son; Southy M. Bell, a 28 year old son; Nancy C. Bell, a 17 year old daughter-in-law; Lottie Bell, a 19 year old daughter-in-law; Leonard K. Bell, a 19 year old son; and Edna B. Bell, a 0 year old granddaughter.3 |
Census w/fath-in-law* | 21 January 1920 | Nancy was listed with her father-in-law in the census of 21 January 1920 at Wachapreague, Pungoteague District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#17 was headed by James W. Bell, age 67 year olds & retired. Listed with him were the following Bells: Theodosia, a 62 year old wife; Wilmer F., a 41 year old son and automobile machinist; Southey, a 36 year old waterman on an oyster boat; Lottie, 37 year old daughter-in-law (born in NY); Carl W., a 5 year old grandson; Gilbert A., a 3 year old grandson; Lester H., a 2 year old grandson; Nancy, a 28 year old daughter-in-law; Edna B., a 10 year old granddaughter; Milford N., a 7 year old grandson; Rodman, a 3 yea rold granson; Charlie M., a 1 year old grandson; and Mary, a 19 year old granddaughter, born in VA (her father was born in VA & her mother in MD).4 |
Death* | 12 February 1935 | She died on 12 February 1935 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 42.5 |
Burial* | | Nancy was buried at Belle Haven Cemetery, Accomack Co, VA.5 |
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Southey Mitchell Bell b. 5 May 1881, d. 30 Jan 1949 |
Marriage* | 24 December 1907 | She married Southey Mitchell Bell, son of James Wilmore Bell and Theodocia Ward, on 24 December 1907 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Southey M. Bell, a 26 year old oyster planter, the son of James W. & Sherdassin(?) Bell and she was shown as Nancy C. Thornton, age 16, the daughter of Miles B. & Maggie E. Thornton..2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 163036663 (Nancy Thornton Bell).
Noah Thornton1
M, b. 8 October 1889
Birth* | 8 October 1889 | Noah was born on 8 October 1889 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Noah Thornton, the son of Noah (oysterman) & Elizabeth. His grandmother Elizabeth Chericks gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
Elizabeth Cherricks1
F, b. circa 1830
Birth* | circa 1830 | Elizabeth was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Census w/mother* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Cherricks, age 20 in HH#57 headed by Purnell Watson, a 40 year old sailor. Also in this household was Mary Watson, age 42, apparently her mother..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
(son_of_John.H.) Thornton1
M, b. January 1890, d. 25 January 1890
Birth* | January 1890 | (son_of_John.H.) was born in January 1890 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed Thornton, a son of John H. of W. (oysterman) & Soprona Ella Thornton. His mother gave the information..1 |
Death* | 25 January 1890 | (son_of_John.H.) died on 25 January 1890 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed Thornton, who died of la grippe at the age of 21 days. He was the son of John H. of W. and Sopronia Thornton. Born in Acc Co. His mother gave the information..2 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
(dau_of_James.H.) Thornton1
F, b. 30 March 1887
Birth* | 30 March 1887 | (dau_of_James.H.) was born on 30 March 1887 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of James H. (oysterman) & Eleshea Thornton. Her mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(son_of_John.W.) Thornton1
M, b. 28 December 1888
Birth* | 28 December 1888 | (son_of_John.W.) was born on 28 December 1888 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the son of John W. (farmer) & Sally A. Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(son_of_Miles.B.) Thornton1
M, b. 25 November 1889
Birth* | 25 November 1889 | (son_of_Miles.B.) was born on 25 November 1889 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed Thornton, deadborn, the son of Miles B. (oysterman) & Maggie Thornton. His mother gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(dau_of_Miles.B.) Thornton1
F, b. 29 January 1890
Birth* | 29 January 1890 | (dau_of_Miles.B.) was born on 29 January 1890 at First District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, deadborn, the daughter of Miles B. (oysterman) & Maggie E. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(dau_of_J.W.) Thornton1
F, b. 16 October 1891
Birth* | 16 October 1891 | (dau_of_J.W.) was born on 16 October 1891 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of J.W. (carpenter) & Sally T. Thornton. Her father gave in the information..1 |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(dau_of_L.J.) Thornton1
F, b. 28 December 1892
Birth* | 28 December 1892 | (dau_of_L.J.) was born on 28 December 1892 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of L.J. (farmer) & Frances Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(dau_of_Lemuel) Thornton1
F, b. 22 November 1893
Birth* | 22 November 1893 | (dau_of_Lemuel) was born on 22 November 1893 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of Lemuel Y. (farmer) & Harriet F. Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.
(dau_of_Lewis) Thornton1
F, b. 29 May 1895
Birth* | 29 May 1895 | (dau_of_Lewis) was born on 29 May 1895 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an unnamed Thornton, the daughter of Louis (farmer) & Fanny Thornton. Her father gave the information.. |
Citations
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.