Samuel A. Wessells1
M, b. circa 1839
| Birth* | circa 1839 | Samuel was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel A. Wessells, age 11 in HH#786 headed by Samuel Wessells, a 40 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessels, age 21 and farming in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
John O. Wessells1,2
M, b. circa 1841
| Birth* | circa 1841 | John was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John O. Wessells, age 9 in HH#786 headed by Samuel Wessells, a 40 year old farmer..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John O. Wessels, age 17 and farming in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..3 |
| Marriage* | 11 November 1886 | He married Mary Ellen Stant, daughter of Samuel J. Stant and Mary Ellen 'Mazy' Hay, on 11 November 1886 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was a 41 year old single farmer and she was age 39 and also single. They were married by J.W. Norris..1 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Narcissa E. Wessells1,2
F, b. 1844, d. 1927
| Birth* | 1844 | Narcissa was born in 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Narcissa was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Narcissa E. Wessells, age 4 in HH#786 headed by Samuel Wessells, a 40 year old farmer..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Narcissa was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Areissa Wessels, age 13 in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..4 |
| Marriage* | 15 February 1888 | She married Samuel Crippen Taylor, son of John Taylor and Catherine Killmon, on 15 February 1888 at Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel C. Taylor, a 30 (probably 50) year old widowed farmer, the son of John & Catharine Taylor and she was shown as Arcissa Wessels, age 25, the daughter of Samuel & Rachel Wessels. They were married by J.S. Wharton..5 |
| Married Name | 15 February 1888 | As of 15 February 1888,her married name was Taylor. |
| Death* | 1927 | Narcissa died in 1927.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. She was shown on her tombstone as Arcessa Taylor..3 |
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Samuel Crippen Taylor b. c 1838, d. 26 Nov 1914 |
| Marriage* | 15 February 1888 | She married Samuel Crippen Taylor, son of John Taylor and Catherine Killmon, on 15 February 1888 at Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel C. Taylor, a 30 (probably 50) year old widowed farmer, the son of John & Catharine Taylor and she was shown as Arcissa Wessels, age 25, the daughter of Samuel & Rachel Wessels. They were married by J.S. Wharton..5 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Columbus H. Wessells1
M, b. 1848, d. 1924
| Birth* | 1848 | Columbus was born in 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Columbus was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Columbus H. Wessells, age 1 in HH#786 headed by Samuel Wessells, a 40 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Columbus was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Columbus H. Wessels, age 11 in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..3 |
| Census w/another* | 1900 | Columbus was listed with another family in the census of 1900 at Parksley, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Columbus H. Wessells, a 50 year old farm laborer in HH#5313 headed by Samuel Young, 61 year old farmer.4 |
| Will* | 12 February 1921 | He made a will on 12 February 1921 at Accomack Co, VA. Columbus H. Wessells named only a sister Arcissie E. Wessells Taylor. Witnesses were J.R. Riggs and T.W. Crowson..5 |
| Death* | 1924 | Columbus died in 1924.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Probate | 3 July 1926 | Columbus's will was probated on 3 July 1926 at Accomack Co, VA.6 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S1842] Accomack Co, VA, Will Bk 21, p. 385.
- [S202] Accomack Co, VA, Will Bk 21, 1920-28, p. 385.
Minnie Richardson1
F, b. August 1896, d. 28 November 1897
| Biography* | | Minnie Richardson, aged 15 months, the daughter of John Richardson, died at Saxis, Sunday, 28 Nov 1897 (Pen. Ent., 4 Dec 1897). |
| Birth* | August 1896 | Minnie was born in August 1896 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 28 November 1897 | Minnie died on 28 November 1897 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA, at age 1.1 |
Citations
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Obituary.
Oceanna B. Wessells1,2
F, b. circa 1856
| Birth* | circa 1856 | Oceanna was born circa 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Oceanna was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Oceanna B. Wessels, age 4 in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..2 |
| Marriage* | 15 December 1881 | She married John W. Wessells, son of Thomas H. Wessells and Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Wm of Robt III) Davis, on 15 December 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Susan Dix
F, b. circa 1807, d. 2 March 1881
| Birth* | circa 1807 | Susan was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1828 | She married John H. Wessells, son of Arthur Wessells Jr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bundick, circa 1828.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1828 | As of circa 1828,her married name was Wessells. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Wessells, age 42 in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/son* | 1870 | Susan was listed with her son in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Wessels, age 61 and keeping house in HH#MT651 headed by John Wessels, a 35 year old farmer, who was evidently her son..4 |
| Death* | 2 March 1881 | Susan died on 2 March 1881 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Wessells, who died of injuries at the age of 78 years. She was born in Acc Co. No other information was given..5 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S980] Clara Thomas (research by Nora M. Turman), to M.K. Miles.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Edward Wessells1
M, b. circa 1830
| Birth* | circa 1830 | Edward was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Edward was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward Wessells, a 20 year old laborer in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Marriage* | 12 March 1852 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ewell, daughter of Ann Ewell widow?, on 12 March 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edward Wessells and she was shown as Betsy Ewell of Ann..2 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
John E. 'Jack' Wessells1
M, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | John was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Wessells, an 18 year old laborer in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..2 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census head* | 1870 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Wessels, the head of HH#MT651, a 35 year old farmer with personal property valued at $200. Listed with him was only Susan Wessels, a 61 year old house keeper, who was evidently his mother..4 |
| Marriage* | 17 April 1873 | He married Mary A. Taylor, daughter of William (of W. or N.) Taylor and Elizabeth Ann Lewis, on 17 April 1873 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Wessells, a 40 year old single farmer, the son of John and Susan Wessells, and she was shown as Mary Taylor, age 30 and single, the daughter of Wm. & Ann Taylor. They were married by J.E. Bundick..5 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Richard Wessells1,2
M, b. 7 April 1835, d. 10 December 1894
| Birth* | 7 April 1835 | Richard was born on 7 April 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Richard was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Wessells, a 16 year old laborer in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Richard was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Wessels, a 23 year old farm laborer in HH#566 headed by Thos. Dickerson, a 32 year old merchant..4 |
| Marriage* | 4 January 1866 | He married Virginia W. Wessells, daughter of Ephraim W. Wessells and Elizabeth Davis, on 4 January 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Wessells, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Jno. H. & Susan Wessells and she was shown as Virginia Wessells, age 20, the daughter of Ephraim W. & Eliz'th Wessells..2 |
| Death* | 10 December 1894 | Richard died on 10 December 1894 at age 59.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Wessells Plot, NW of Parksley, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Richard Wessells, burid next to Virginia Wessells..3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Thomas Wessells1,2
M, b. circa 1838, d. 17 May 1886
| Birth* | circa 1838 | Thomas was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Wessells, age 12 in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1875 | He married Susan F. (-----) circa 1875.4 |
| Death* | 17 May 1886 | Thomas died on 17 May 1886 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Wessells of John, who died of pneumonia at the age of 45 years. He was the son of John & Susan Wessells, born in Acc Co, the husband of Susan F. Wessells, who gave the information..4 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
Luther Wessells1
M, b. circa 1840
| Birth* | circa 1840 | Luther was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Luther was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Luther Wessells, age 10 in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Samuel Wessells1
M, b. 1843, d. 1921
| Birth* | 1843 | Samuel was born in 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessells, age 8 in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Samuel was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessels, age 15 in HH#519 headed by Dennis Gray Sr., a 70 year old farmer..3 |
| Marriage* | 4 May 1865 | He married Georgianna Young, daughter of Margaret J. Young, on 4 May 1865 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Jno. & Susan Wessells, and she was shown as Georgiana Young, age 19, the daughter of Marg't Young (Thorns on the license). They were married by E.S. Grant..4 |
| Census head* | 1870 | Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessels, a 24 year old farmer with personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Wessels: Georgeanna, a 23 year old house keeper; Luther, age 4 and Samuel, age 3 months, born in March..5 |
| Census head | 1900 | Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of 1900 at Metompkin District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#290 was headed by Samuel Wessels, a 56 year old farmer. Listed with him were George Wessels, a 52 year old wife; Mary J. Wessels, a 19 year old daughter; and Bertha C. Wessels, a 12 year old dughter.6 |
| Death* | 1921 | He died in 1921 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Burial* | | Samuel was buried at Downing's Cemetery, Oak Hall, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
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Georgianna Young b. 1845, d. 30 Nov 1920 |
| Marriage* | 4 May 1865 | He married Georgianna Young, daughter of Margaret J. Young, on 4 May 1865 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Jno. & Susan Wessells, and she was shown as Georgiana Young, age 19, the daughter of Marg't Young (Thorns on the license). They were married by E.S. Grant..4 |
| Children | 1. | Luther J. Wessells b. 1866, d. 1946 |
| | 2. | Samuel T. Wessells+ b. 1870, d. 25 Dec 1935 |
| | 3. | Eleshea A. Wessells b. c 1872, d. 2 Apr 1885 |
| | 4. | Evelyn Wessells+ b. 1876, d. 1968 |
| | 5. | Elizabeth 'Bertie' Wessells b. 1880, d. 1948 |
| | 6. | Mary J. Wessells b. 1881, d. 1961 |
| | 7. | (unnamed c|o Samuel) Wessells b. 25 Mar 1883 |
| | 8. | Bertha C. Wessells6 b. c 1888 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
James Wessells1
M, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | James was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | James was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Wessells, age 5 in HH#930 headed by John H. Wessells, a 43 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ewell1
F, b. circa 1834
| Birth* | circa 1834 | Elizabeth was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| 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 Ewell, age 16 in HH#1191 headed by Ann Ewell, age 42..3 |
| Marriage* | 12 March 1852 | She married Edward Wessells, son of John H. Wessells and Susan Dix, on 12 March 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Edward Wessells and she was shown as Betsy Ewell of Ann..4 |
| Married Name | 12 March 1852 | As of 12 March 1852,her married name was Wessells. |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S175] Nora Miller Turman and Mary Frances Carey, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Licenses, 1850-1854.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Ann Ewell widow?
F, b. circa 1808
| Birth* | circa 1808 | Ann was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Ann was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Ewell the head of HH#1191, age 42. Listed with her was Elizabeth Ewell, age 16..1 |
| Census w/daughter* | 1860 | She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as An Ewell, age 55 in HH#502 headed by Edward Wessels, a 30 year old farmer. Also listed was Betsey Wessels, age 26, who was evidently her daughter.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Mary E. Wessells1
F, b. circa 1854
| Birth* | circa 1854 | Mary was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 14 January 1872 | She married William S. Hinman, son of Littleton W. Hinman, on 14 January 1872 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 14 January 1872 | As of 14 January 1872,her married name was Hinman. |
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.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
John W. Wessells1
M, b. circa 1859
| Birth* | circa 1859 | John was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Ephraim Wessells1
M, b. circa 1805, d. before 1850
| Biography* | | This Ephraim Wessells was called s/o Ephram on his 1837 Acc marriage license to Sarah Young. Although he was not mentioned in Ephraim Wessells Sr.'s will nor Shady's will, he could have been the oldest son and provided for earlier. He was deceased when Shady wrote her will. This is the most likely parents for him. Since his wife Sarah Wessels, thier children, and Sarah's likely mother, Sally Young, were listed in the 1850 Census without him, he evidently died before 1850. |
| Birth* | circa 1805 | Ephraim was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 1 March 1837 | He married Sarah 'Sally' Young, daughter of William Young (IV) and Sally Hinman, on 1 March 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Hinman was the security on the M.L.B. of Ephram Wessells of Ephram and Sarah Young of Wm. They were married on 4 Mar 1837..2,3 |
| Death* | before 1850 | Ephraim died before 1850. |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S51] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #1, 1805-1850.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860.
Sarah 'Sally' Young1,2
F, b. circa 1813, d. 9 September 1878
| Birth* | circa 1813 | Sarah was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 February 1834 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 27 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sally Young in the will of William Young..4 |
| Marriage* | 1 March 1837 | She married Ephraim Wessells, son of Ephraim Wessells Sr. and Shady Bell Taylor, on 1 March 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Hinman was the security on the M.L.B. of Ephram Wessells of Ephram and Sarah Young of Wm. They were married on 4 Mar 1837..5,4 |
| Married Name | 1 March 1837 | As of 1 March 1837,her married name was Wessells. |
| Census head* | 1850 | Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Wessells the head of HH#1200 (#1199 on the transcribed version), age 37 with real estate valued at $400. Listed with her were the following Wessells: Susan, age 11; Littleton C., age 14; Margaret, age 9; Caroline, age 7; and Mary E., age 4. Also listed was Sally Young, age 69, who was evidently her mother..3 |
| Census head | 1860 | Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Wessels, the head of HH#546, age 50 and farming, with real estate valued at $300 and personal property valued at $25. Listed with her were the following Wessels: Littleton, age 21 and sailing; Margaret, age 19; Caroline, age 17; and Mary, age 14..6 |
| Deed of Trust named* | 10 December 1862 | She was named in deed of trust on 10 December 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. Sallie Wessells of the first part, Littleton Wessells of the second part and Robert J. Taylor of the third part. Sallie Wessells for the consideration of $1 to Littleton Wessells a parcel of land in the County of Accomack bounded as follows: on the East by the land of Wm. Taylor, on the South West by the land of John Russell, on the North by the land of Selby Lankford containing 20 acres. Sally Wessells is in debt to Robert J. Taylor in the sum of $500 payable on 1 Jan 1864. (NOTE: Littleton is probably the son of Sally (Young) Wessells.)7
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| Census w/daughter* | 1870 | She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Wessels, age 50 and keeping house in HH#MT673 headed by Calvin Taylor, a 39 year old oysterman. Listed with him was Caroline Taylor, who was evidently her daughter.8 |
| Death* | 9 September 1878 | Sarah died on 9 September 1878 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Wessells, who died of consumption at the age of 63 years. She was the daughter of Wm. & Sally Young, a housekeeper and the wife of Ephraim. A friend Calvin Taylor of R. gave the information..9 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 631 (will of William Young, wife Sally).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860.
- [S51] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #1, 1805-1850.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S516] , p. 39 (Sallie Wessells, Littleton Wessells & Robert J. Taylor).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
William Young (IV)1
M, b. circa 1776, d. April 1834
| Birth* | circa 1776 | William was born circa 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census head* | 1800 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. The 1800 Federal Census for Accomack County, Accomack Parish, lists him as William Young Jr., aged 16 to 26 years, with a wife of the same age. Apparently they had a son, for a male under ten years was in the household, as was another male aged 26 to 45 years.. |
| Land bought* | 1800 | William bought land in 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. While he heired no land, it has been shown that William Young IV bought 25 acres on Guilford Creek from his father in 1800, for which he gave a bond (Acc Co Deeds 1800 - 1804, p. 80). The deed stated this land joined the line of Richard Taylor, as far as Jeremiah Mason's land, and continued to "a Pine that stands by the Warehouse Road.". |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | He married Sally Hinman circa 1800. There is no record of the marriage of William Young IV. It is obvious he had married by 1800 and, from census records and deeds, it is known his wife was named Sarah/Sally. It is likely she was a Hinman, for on 24 November 1834, it was recorded that Mary Mason and Sally Young were the only heirs of Bundick Hinman, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionary War (Acc Co Orders 1832 - 1836, p. 385)..2 |
| Will - Father's* | 26 February 1802 | William was named in his father's will on 26 February 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Young in the will of William Young Sr..1 |
| Land bought | 11 February 1809 | William bought land on 11 February 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. William Young bought 11 acres from his brother, Robert Young, on 11 February 1809 (Acc Co Deeds 1810 - 1812, p. 79) and 3 more acres from brother Isaac on 5 March 1810 (Acc Co Deeds 1810 - 1812, p. 152).. |
| Anecdote* | 11 February 1809 | On 11 February 1809, William Young & Sally his wife joined with some of his other siblings and sold land to their brother, Robert Young, 3¼ acres for $158.25, "late the property of Major William Young, deceased, near Guilford warehouse" (Acc Co Deeds 1810 - 1812, p. 80). |
| Census head | 1810 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. The 1810 census gives William Young's age as 26 to 45 years.. |
| Land bought | 19 July 1817 | William bought land on 19 July 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. On 19 July 1817, William Young bought 50 acres from Richard Taylor and wife Peggy, for $250 (Acc Co Deeds 1817 - 1818, p. 179). Finally, on 2 September 1819, William Young bought 3 acres from Erastus Poulson for $55 (Acc Co Deeds 1818 - 1819, p. 401).. |
| Security on Admin* | 27 March 1820 | William was security on the administration of an estate on 27 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elizabeth Baker was granted to William Justice Sr. with William Young (Guildford) and James White (Metompkin) securities..3 |
| Census head | 1820 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. In 1820, he was still 26 to 45 and in 1830, his age was given as 50 to 60 years, when he would have been circa 54. William Young was not listed by the 1840 census, for he died in 1834.. |
| Will* | 27 February 1834 | He made a will on 27 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. Sell the southwest end of my land adjoining John Wessells Sr. so much as will pay all my debts. 10 yards square of land at my graveyard for my family burying ground. Balance, except my tools, to my wife Sally Young to raise my small children & for a home for my daughter until my son Isaac Young arrives to age 21. Then the balance & all my land, that is not sold to pay my debts, except my tools, to daughters Mary Young, Sally Young, Hannah Young, Ann Young & Elizabeth Young & my son Isaac Young. All my carpenters tools to my sons Richard Young & David Young. Thorowgood Taylor Extr. Witt: George Clayton Jr., Dennis Clayton & Erastus Poulson..4 |
| Death* | April 1834 | William died in April 1834.4 |
| Probate* | 28 April 1834 | William's will was probated on 28 April 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. On 29 Sep 1834 John Savage (of R.) & David C. Taylor became securities for Thorowgood Taylor..5,4 |
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Sally Hinman b. c 1781, d. c 1873 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | He married Sally Hinman circa 1800. There is no record of the marriage of William Young IV. It is obvious he had married by 1800 and, from census records and deeds, it is known his wife was named Sarah/Sally. It is likely she was a Hinman, for on 24 November 1834, it was recorded that Mary Mason and Sally Young were the only heirs of Bundick Hinman, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionary War (Acc Co Orders 1832 - 1836, p. 385)..2 |
| Children | 1. | Richard Young+ b. c 1805, d. 1 Mar 1888 |
| | 2. | David Young+ b. c 1810, d. Mar 1853 |
| | 3. | Mary Young+ b. c 1812 |
| | 4. | Sarah 'Sally' Young+ b. c 1813, d. 9 Sep 1878 |
| | 5. | Hannah Young+ b. 11 Sep 1818, d. 12 Apr 1874 |
| | 6. | Ann Young+ b. c 1820, d. 4 Oct 1880 |
| | 7. | Elizabeth Young b. c 1825 |
| | 8. | Isaac Young b. c 1827, d. b 1843 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 632 (will of William Young Sr.).
- [S388] Mary Frances Carey, Youngs of Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 24 (adm of Elizabeth Baker).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 631 (will of William Young, wife Sally).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Sally Hinman
F, b. circa 1781, d. circa 1873
| Birth* | circa 1781 | Sally was born circa 1781 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married William Young (IV), son of Maj. William Young (III) and Elizabeth 'Betty' Crippen, circa 1800. There is no record of the marriage of William Young IV. It is obvious he had married by 1800 and, from census records and deeds, it is known his wife was named Sarah/Sally. It is likely she was a Hinman, for on 24 November 1834, it was recorded that Mary Mason and Sally Young were the only heirs of Bundick Hinman, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionary War (Acc Co Orders 1832 - 1836, p. 385)..2 |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Young. |
| Will - Husb's* | 27 February 1834 | Sally was named in her husband's will on 27 February 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wie Sally Young in the will of William Young..1,3 |
| Census head* | 1840 | Sally was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. William Young's widow, Sarah Young, aged 50 to 60, was the head of a household. There were no males in her household, but two daughters, aged 15 to 20 years. All but these two daughters had married and her youngest son Isaac was probably deceased by 1840.. |
| Anecdote* | 9 June 1843 | On 9 June 1843, a deed from David Young "to my mother Sally Young, widow of William Young, deceased" transferred to her, for $20, "all my right to Lands formerly belonging to my father William Young, deceased, that fell to me by the Death of my Brother Isaac Young" (Acc Co Deeds 1844 - 1846, p. 522). On 4 November 1845, Sally Young bought son Richard Young's and daughter Elizabeth Brodwater's shares of son Isaac's land (Acc Co Deeds 1844 - 1846, p. 125). She joined her other daughters and their husbands in selling 18¼ acres to son-in-law, Thomas Hinman, on 3 February 1846 (Acc Co Deeds 1844- 1846, p. 598). She likely went to live with her daughter at this time, or else her daughter Sarah Wessells had heired the family home. |
| Census w/daughter* | 1850 | She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Young, age 69 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400. Sarah was evidently her daughter.1 |
| Death* | circa 1873 | Sally died circa 1873.4 |
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William Young (IV) b. c 1776, d. Apr 1834 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married William Young (IV), son of Maj. William Young (III) and Elizabeth 'Betty' Crippen, circa 1800. There is no record of the marriage of William Young IV. It is obvious he had married by 1800 and, from census records and deeds, it is known his wife was named Sarah/Sally. It is likely she was a Hinman, for on 24 November 1834, it was recorded that Mary Mason and Sally Young were the only heirs of Bundick Hinman, a soldier in the Virginia Continental Line in the Revolutionary War (Acc Co Orders 1832 - 1836, p. 385)..2 |
| Children | 1. | Richard Young+ b. c 1805, d. 1 Mar 1888 |
| | 2. | David Young+ b. c 1810, d. Mar 1853 |
| | 3. | Mary Young+ b. c 1812 |
| | 4. | Sarah 'Sally' Young+ b. c 1813, d. 9 Sep 1878 |
| | 5. | Hannah Young+ b. 11 Sep 1818, d. 12 Apr 1874 |
| | 6. | Ann Young+ b. c 1820, d. 4 Oct 1880 |
| | 7. | Elizabeth Young b. c 1825 |
| | 8. | Isaac Young b. c 1827, d. b 1843 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S388] Mary Frances Carey, Youngs of Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 631 (will of William Young, wife Sally).
- [S1479] Administration of Brother's Estate.
Arinthia Susan Wessells1
F, b. circa 1839
| Birth* | circa 1839 | Arinthia was born circa 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Arinthia was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Wessells, age 11 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400..1 |
| Marriage* | 24 March 1856 | She married Robert J. Taylor, son of Patsy Taylor, on 24 March 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robert J. Taylor and she was shown as Arintha S. Wessells of Sally, who gave consent. Alfred J. Taylor said he was over age 21..2,3 |
| Married Name | 24 March 1856 | As of 24 March 1856,her married name was Taylor. |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Arinthia was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Arinthia Taylor, age 21 in HH#571 headed by Margaret Taylor, age 31. Listed below Arinthia were Dawson Taylor, age 3 and an unnamed male, age 1, who were evidently her children..4 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Littleton C. Wessells1
F, b. circa 1838, d. 15 July 1879
| Birth* | circa 1838 | Littleton was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Littleton was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton C. Wessells, age 14 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400..1 |
| Census w/mother | 1860 | Littleton was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Littleton Wessels, age 21 and sailing in HH#546 headed by Sally Wessels, age 50 and farming..2 |
| Deed of Trust named* | 10 December 1862 | She was named in deed of trust on 10 December 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. Sallie Wessells of the first part, Littleton Wessells of the second part and Robert J. Taylor of the third part. Sallie Wessells for the consideration of $1 to Littleton Wessells a parcel of land in the County of Accomack bounded as follows: on the East by the land of Wm. Taylor, on the South West by the land of John Russell, on the North by the land of Selby Lankford containing 20 acres. Sally Wessells is in debt to Robert J. Taylor in the sum of $500 payable on 1 Jan 1864. (NOTE: Littleton is probably the son of Sally (Young) Wessells.)3 |
| Death* | 15 July 1879 | Littleton died on 15 July 1879.4 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S516] , p. 39 (Sallie Wessells, Littleton Wessells & Robert J. Taylor).
- [S318] Calvin Taylor Family Bible.
Margaret Wessells1,2
F, b. 2 March 1841, d. 1897
| Birth* | 2 March 1841 | Margaret was born on 2 March 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Wessells, age 9 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400..1 |
| Census w/mother | 1860 | Margaret was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Wessels, age 19 in HH#546 headed by Sally Wessels, age 50 and farming..4 |
| Marriage* | 2 July 1863 | She married Socrates F. Taylor, son of Charles Taylor Jr. and Margaret Ann 'Peggy' Young, on 2 July 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Socrates Taylor, a 27 year old sailor, the son of Chas. & Maggy Taylor and she was shown as Marg't Wessells, age 22, the daughter of Ephrain & Sally. They were married by George H. Ewell..2 |
| Married Name | 2 July 1863 | As of 2 July 1863,her married name was Taylor. |
| Death* | 1897 | Margaret died in 1897.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Taylor Plot, Clam, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Caroline J. Wessells1
F, b. circa 1843, d. 14 November 1895
| Birth* | circa 1843 | Caroline was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Caroline was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Wessells, age 7 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400..1 |
| Census w/mother | 1860 | Caroline was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Wessels, age 17 in HH#546 headed by Sally Wessels, age 50 and farming..2 |
| Marriage* | 4 March 1863 | She married Calvin Taylor, son of Robert R. (of Major of Jacob of H.Cr) Taylor Sr. and Nancy Ewell, on 4 March 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Calvin Taylor, a 27 year old waterman, the son of Robt & Nancy Taylor and she was shown as Caroline J. Wessells, age 19, the daughter of Ephraim and Sally Wessells. They were married by E.S. Grant..3 |
| Married Name | 4 March 1863 | As of 4 March 1863,her married name was Taylor. |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Caroline was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Taylor, a 23 year old house keeper in HH#MT673 headed by Calvin Taylor, a 39 year old oysterman..4 |
| Death* | 14 November 1895 | Caroline died on 14 November 1895 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Taylor, who died of consumption at the age of 52 years. She was the daughter of Ephraim & Sally Wessells, born in Acc Co and a widow. Her daughter Nannie Wessells gave the information..5 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Mary E. Wessells1
F, b. circa 1846
| Birth* | circa 1846 | Mary was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Wessells, age 4 in HH#1200 headed by Sarah Wessells, age 37 with real estate valued at $400..1 |
| Census w/mother | 1860 | Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Wessels, age 14 in HH#546 headed by Sally Wessels, age 50 and farming..2 |
| Census w/sister* | 1870 | Mary was listed with her sister in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Wessels, age 20 and at home in HH#MT673 headed by Calvin Taylor, a 39 year old oysterman. Also listed with Caroline Wessels, age 23, who was evidenlty her sister, and Sally Wessels, age 50, who was evidently her mother..3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
Cora Ann Bloxom1
F, b. 7 December 1860, d. 28 November 1921
| Birth* | 7 December 1860 | Cora was born on 7 December 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. Her tombstone shows 7 Dec 1859, but since she was not in the 1860 census with her parents, she was probably born 7 Dec 1860..3 |
| Census w/parents* | 27 June 1870 | Cora was listed with her parents in the census of 27 June 1870 at Modest Town, Metompkin Distrit, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Cora Bloxom, age 9 in HH#97 headed by Major Bloxom, age 30.2 |
| Census w/father* | 21 June 1880 | Cora was listed with her father in the census of 21 June 1880 at Sea Side, Metompkin Distrit, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Core Ann Bloxom, a 19 year old daughter in HH#404 headed by Major Bloxom, a 40 year old farmer.1 |
| Marriage* | 1 March 1882 | She married Charles F. Wessells, son of William Walter Wessells and Caroline Justice, on 1 March 1882 at Martin Bloxom's, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles F. Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Wm. W. & Caroline Wessells and she was shown as Cora A. Bloxom, age 21, the daughter of Major & Clarissa Bloxom..4 |
| Married Name | 1 March 1882 | As of 1 March 1882,her married name was Wessells. |
| Death* | 28 November 1921 | Cora died on 28 November 1921 at age 60.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Wessells Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.3 |
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Charles F. Wessells b. 21 Nov 1860, d. 6 Sep 1916 |
| Marriage* | 1 March 1882 | She married Charles F. Wessells, son of William Walter Wessells and Caroline Justice, on 1 March 1882 at Martin Bloxom's, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles F. Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Wm. W. & Caroline Wessells and she was shown as Cora A. Bloxom, age 21, the daughter of Major & Clarissa Bloxom..4 |
| Children | 1. | (1unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells b. 15 Sep 1882 |
| | 2. | Elihu F. Wessells b. 13 Aug 1883, d. 15 Jan 1935 |
| | 3. | G. Lee Wessells b. 1885, d. 1942 |
| | 4. | (2unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells b. 15 Aug 1886 |
| | 5. | (3unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells b. 22 Oct 1887 |
| | 6. | (4unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells b. 7 Jan 1889, d. 27 Jan 1889 |
| | 7. | (5unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells b. 7 Mar 1890 |
| | 8. | W.S. Wessells b. 9 Sep 1891 |
| | 9. | Sherman Major Wessells Sr.+ b. 1892, d. 1948 |
| | 10. | Clarence T. Wessells b. 1900, d. 1954 |
| | 11. | (Infant s|o C.F.) Wessells b. 12 Feb 1905, d. 12 Feb 1905 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
(2unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells1
M, b. 15 August 1886
| Birth* | 15 August 1886 | (2unnamed was born on 15 August 1886 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Clarence T. Wessells1
M, b. 1900, d. 1954
| Birth* | 1900 | Clarence was born in 1900 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1920 | He married Olivia Barnes circa 1920. |
| Death* | 1954 | Clarence died in 1954.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Wessells Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S1479] Administration of Brother's Estate.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Ella F. Young1
F, b. 1881, d. 1972
| Birth* | 1881 | Ella was born in 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 20 December 1895 | She married Thomas J. Wessells, son of William Walter Wessells and Caroline Justice, on 20 December 1895.3 |
| Married Name | 20 December 1895 | As of 20 December 1895,her married name was Wessells. |
| Was Living | 1934 | Ella was living in 1934 at Rue.1 |
| Death* | 1972 | Ella died in 1972.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Wessells Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S1479] Administration of Brother's Estate.
- [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.
Ephraim Wessells1,2
M, b. 15 August 1839, d. 12 October 1866
| Birth* | 15 August 1839 | Ephraim was born on 15 August 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Ephraim was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ephraim Wessells, age 12 in HH#705 headed by Polly Wessells, age 39..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Marriage* | 10 January 1861 | He married Mary Ann Bell, daughter of William Bell and Annaliza Gillett Whealton, on 10 January 1861 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Epharim Wessells, a 21 year old farmer, born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the son of Richard & Polly Wessells and she was shown as Mary A. Bell, age 19, also born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the daughter of William dec'd and Ann Bell. They were married at Ann Bell's by George H. Ewell. Major Mason said he was over age 21..2 |
| Death* | 12 October 1866 | Ephraim died on 12 October 1866 at age 27.3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S317] Ephram Wessels Family Bible.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Mary Ann Bell1,2
F, b. 23 September 1844
| Birth* | 23 September 1844 | Mary was born on 23 September 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 September 1849 | Mary was named in her father's will on 18 September 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Ann Bell in the will of William Bell..2 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Bell, age 6 in HH#915 headed by Ann Bell, age 32..4 |
| Marriage* | 10 January 1861 | She married Ephraim Wessells, son of Richard Wessells and Mary 'Polly' Wessells, on 10 January 1861 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Epharim Wessells, a 21 year old farmer, born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the son of Richard & Polly Wessells and she was shown as Mary A. Bell, age 19, also born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the daughter of William dec'd and Ann Bell. They were married at Ann Bell's by George H. Ewell. Major Mason said he was over age 21..1 |
| Married Name | 10 January 1861 | As of 10 January 1861,her married name was Wessells. |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1870 | She married Alexander Washington Taylor (brick mason), son of Robert Savage (of Robt R) Taylor I (brick layer) and Nancy C. Dix, on 25 December 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Alexander Taylor, a 25 year old mason, the son of Savage & Mary Taylor, and she was shown as Mary Wessells, a 27 year old widow, the daughter of Wm. & Ann Bell. They were married by J.E.T. Ewell..1 |
| Married Name | 25 December 1870 | As of 25 December 1870,her married name was Taylor. |
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Ephraim Wessells b. 15 Aug 1839, d. 12 Oct 1866 |
| Marriage* | 10 January 1861 | She married Ephraim Wessells, son of Richard Wessells and Mary 'Polly' Wessells, on 10 January 1861 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Epharim Wessells, a 21 year old farmer, born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the son of Richard & Polly Wessells and she was shown as Mary A. Bell, age 19, also born in Acc Co and living in Guilford, the daughter of William dec'd and Ann Bell. They were married at Ann Bell's by George H. Ewell. Major Mason said he was over age 21..1 |
| Children | 1. | William C. Wessells b. 15 Oct 1862, d. 14 Jan 1866 |
| | 2. | Oliver J. Wessells+ b. 7 May 1865, d. 28 Dec 1932 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 53 (will of William Bell).
- [S317] Ephram Wessels Family Bible.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
William C. Wessells1
M, b. 15 October 1862, d. 14 January 1866
| Birth* | 15 October 1862 | William was born on 15 October 1862 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 14 January 1866 | William died on 14 January 1866 at age 3.1 |
Citations
- [S317] Ephram Wessels Family Bible.
Oliver J. Wessells1
M, b. 7 May 1865, d. 28 December 1932
| Employment* | | Oliver was employed at Sailor as a Sailor. Sailor. |
| Birth* | 7 May 1865 | Oliver was born on 7 May 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 May 1886 | He married Missouri G. Mears, daughter of Meshack Mears III and Elizabeth A. 'Betsy' West, on 19 May 1886 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 28 December 1932 | Oliver died on 28 December 1932 at age 67.2 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S317] Ephram Wessels Family Bible.
Missouri G. Mears1
F, b. 14 April 1864, d. November 1947
| Birth* | 14 April 1864 | Missouri was born on 14 April 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 May 1886 | She married Oliver J. Wessells, son of Ephraim Wessells and Mary Ann Bell, on 19 May 1886 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 19 May 1886 | As of 19 May 1886,her married name was Wessells. |
| Death* | November 1947 | Missouri died in November 1947 at age 83. |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S317] Ephram Wessels Family Bible.
Elijah Wessells1
M, b. before 1755, d. before 1813
| Birth* | before 1755 | Elijah was born before 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 1813 | Elijah died before 1813. |
| Biography* | 1813 | Elijah Wessels was named in his brother Ephraim Wessels Senr's will of 1813 which stated that Ephraim's son Thomas was to have the 85 acres of land purchased of Thos. Cropper, guardian to the heirs of my brother Elijah Wessels (Acc Wills 1812-1814, p. 348). |
Citations
- [S152] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1812-14, p. 348.
Custis Annis1
M, b. circa 1789, d. May 1851
| Birth* | circa 1789 | Custis was born circa 1789 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 25 April 1808 | He married Euphamia Wessells, daughter of Arthur Wessells Sr. and (-----) (-----), on 25 April 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Justice was the security on the M.L.B. of Custis Annis and Euphamia West, widow..3 |
| Marriage | 18 September 1820 | He married Elizabeth Trehern, daughter of James Trehern, on 18 September 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Henderson was the security on the M.L.B. of Custis Annis, widower, and Elizabeth Trehearn of James..2 |
| Security on MLB | 11 July 1821 | Custis was the security on a M.L.B. On 11 July 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Custis Annis was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard A. Bundick and Ritta Annis of Levin..3 |
| Security on MLB | 2 October 1826 | He was the security on a M.L.B. On 2 October 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. Custis Annis was security on the M.L.B. of Ezekiel Landing of Nicholas and Sarah Russell of Tabitha.3 |
| Security on MLB* | 31 December 1832 | Custis was the security on a M.L.B. On 31 December 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Custis Annis was the security on the M.L.B. of John Parker of Sacker and Agnes Mason..3 |
| Security on MLB | 30 December 1837 | Custis was the security on a M.L.B. On 30 December 1837 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Custis Annis was the security on the M.L.B. of John Justice and Maria Annis, who may have been his daughter..3 |
| Will* | 14 January 1850 | He made a will on 14 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. To my daughter Kessy Taylor's children, them that she has now & may have hereafter, $700 & that good care be taken of it until they can lawfully manage it for themselves. To my daughter Kessy Taylor provided she be left a widow my Bell land. To my son James S. Annis the southeast side of my land I bought of Raymond Parks, but his wife Elizabeth Clayton shall have no thirds therein & if my son has a lawful heir, I devise the land to him, but if not, then at his death to my son Archibald Annis. This land is separated from the northwest side beginning at the Thorowgood Dix line ... thence to Robert C. Parks line. To son Archibald Annis the northwest side of my land ... & also my Bell land, provided my daughter Kessy Taylor is not left a widow & also my black girl Rachel. Balance to my 3 children Kessy Taylor, James S. Annis & Archibald Annis. Son James S. Annis & son Archibald Annis Extrs. Witt: Arthur F. Wessells, John T. Powell & John W. Taylor..4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Custis was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Custis Annis the head of HH#684, a 61 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were Archibald Annis, an 18 year old laborer; and Eli White, age 12 and black..2 |
| Death* | May 1851 | Custis died in May 1851.4 |
| Probate* | 26 May 1851 | Custis's will was probated on 26 May 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. James W. Custis, Zorobabel Mason, Thorowgood Dix & John R. Bowdoin securities..4 |
| Burial | | His body was interred at Trehern Cem, Guilford, Acc Co, VA. According to Mason Annis, Custis Annis is buried in an unmarked grave in the same cemetery as his son Archy Annis.1 |
Citations
- [S837] Mason Dennis Annis Interview, 15469 Winterville Road, Bloxom, VA 23308, 757-665-5077.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 11 (will of Custis Annis).
Susan Annis1
F, b. circa 1812
| Birth* | circa 1812 | Susan was born circa 1812 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S186] Stratton Nottingham, Revolutionary Soldiers & Sailors from Accomack County, VA.
Laban (of Thos) Moore1
M, b. circa 1770, d. before 26 July 1813
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Laban was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 3 July 1792 | He married Mary Lankford, daughter of Solomon Lankford and (-----) Selby (Selby?), on 3 July 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Laban Moore and Mary Lankford.3 |
| Marriage* | 14 July 1807 | He married Mary 'Molly' Wessells, daughter of James Wessells Sr. and Patience Young, on 14 July 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. William Justice was security on the M.L.B. of Laban Moore and Mary Wessels..4 |
| Will* | 4 May 1813 | Laban made a will on 4 May 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Laban Moore gave to wife Molly Moore all the property that she bought, $11 & six pounds of soap, in lieu of her dower. To son James Moore ... To son Thomas Moore … The remainder to all my children Nancy Moore, Hessy Moore, James Moore & Thomas Moore. William Onions Sr. Extr. Witt: Thorowgood Taylor & John Y. Sterling.5 |
| Death* | before 26 July 1813 | He died before 26 July 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. Crippen Taylor & Horsey Somers securities.5 |
Citations
- [S1479] Administration of Brother's Estate.
- [S2450] Willis Clayton Tull Jr., The Ancstry of Willis Clayton Tull Jr.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 387 (will of Laban Moore, wife Molly).
Thomas Moore1
M, b. circa 1809
| Birth* | circa 1809 | Thomas was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S186] Stratton Nottingham, Revolutionary Soldiers & Sailors from Accomack County, VA.
Polly Moore1
F, b. circa 1811
| Birth* | circa 1811 | Polly was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S186] Stratton Nottingham, Revolutionary Soldiers & Sailors from Accomack County, VA.
Thorogood Dix1
M, b. 20 January 1811, d. 19 May 1861
| Birth* | 20 January 1811 | Thorogood was born on 20 January 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.3,4 |
| Marriage* | 17 March 1830 | He married Nancy Wessells, daughter of James Wessells Sr. and Patience Young, on 17 March 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. John West of Benjamin and James W. Twiford were the securities on the M.L.B. of Thorogood Dix of Geo. and Nancy Vessels..1,5 |
| Marriage* | 25 July 1843 | He married Julia Ann Taylor, daughter of William (of Major of Jacob of H.Cr) Taylor and Hessey Annis, on 25 July 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Thorogood Dix, widower and she as Julianna Taylor, widow..5 |
| Will - Mother-in-law* | 30 November 1846 | Thorogood was named in his mother-in-law's will on 30 November 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. When the wil of Hessy Taylor was probated, the named Extr. refused to qualify & Thorowgood Dix became the Admr. with William H. B. Custis & James H. Fletcher securities.6 |
| Biography* | 1847 | In 1847, Thorogood Dix purchased the largest and oldest farm in Jolly's Neck and moved his family out of the Guilford area into the big house there. In his will he bequeathed money and slaves to sons and daughters, directed that his possessions be sold and the profits divided among his children - although not "until a settlement of the present difficulties between the North and South" - and to Julia, his wife of 18 years, left not one thing (E.S. News, 30 Nov 1988, Article by Kirk Mariner). See it for more details on him and his wife, Julia's murder. |
| Census head* | 1850 | Thorogood was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thorogood Dix, the head of HH#828, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $6,000. Listed with him were the following Dixes: Julia Ann, age 31; John W., a 19 year old laborer; Isaac, age 14; Anna, age 12; Mary, age 4; and Elizabeth, age 4/12. Also listed was Nancy Taylor, age 33; Eliza Taylor, age 25; Toby Dennis, a 30 year old black laborer; and Riley Dennis, a 75 year old black laborer..3 |
| Census head | 1860 | Thorogood was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thorogood Dix the head of HH#36, a 49 year old farmer with real estate valued at $14,000 and personal property valued at $19,500. Listed with him were the following Dixs: Julia A., age 41; John W., age 30; Isaac J., age 25; Nancy, age 23; Mary W., age 14; and Betsey, age 10. Also listed were Nancy Taylor, age 42 and Eliza Taylor, age 34, who were evidently the sisters of his wife Julia. Also listed were the following blacks: Toby Dennis, a 45 year old day laborer; Sabra Hinman, a 39 year old servant; Jas. Hargis, a 19 year old servant; Eliza Dix, age 14 and bonded until age 21; Margaret Dix, age 3 and bonded until age 21; and Luke Crippen, age 19 and bonded until age 21..7 |
| Death* | 19 May 1861 | Thorogood died on 19 May 1861 at age 50.4 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Dix Farm, Bullbegger, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 521 (will of Hessy Taylor).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Susan 'Sukey' Anne Wessells1
F, b. circa 1806
| Birth* | circa 1806 | Susan was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 October 1808 | Susan was named in her father's will on 6 October 1808 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Elijah Vessels named daughters Sukey Anne Vessels (under 21) and Eliza Anne Vessels.1 |
| Marriage* | 26 July 1823 | She married Samuel Lewis on 26 July 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. On her 1823 Acc M.L.B. she was listed as Susan Wessells, orphan of Elijah and ward of John Lilliston..3 |
| Married Name | 26 July 1823 | As of 26 July 1823,her married name was Lewis. |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 580 (will of Elijah Vessels).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
Samuel Lewis
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Samuel was born circa 1800. |
| Marriage* | 26 July 1823 | He married Susan 'Sukey' Anne Wessells, daughter of Elijah Wessells Jr., on 26 July 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. On her 1823 Acc M.L.B. she was listed as Susan Wessells, orphan of Elijah and ward of John Lilliston..1 |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
Richard R. (of Jno) Somers1,2
M, b. 11 March 1822, d. 5 December 1871
| Birth* | 11 March 1822 | Richard was born on 11 March 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 25 March 1848 | He married Mary E. Young, daughter of David Young and Margaret Wessells, on 25 March 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Richard was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Summers, a 28 year old laborer in HH#707 headed by John Summers, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 December 1855 | Richard was named in his father's will on 21 December 1855 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard Summers in the will of John Summers, wife Elizabeth..2 |
| Census head* | 1860 | Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Somers the head of HH#672, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700 and personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Somerses: Mary, age 26; and Susan, age 5..5 |
| Death* | 5 December 1871 | Richard died on 5 December 1871 at age 49.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at in the Somers Cemetery on Muddy Creek Road Somers Cem, Muddy Ck Rd, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Richard R. Somers, 11 Mar 1822 - 5 Dec 1871. He is buried next to Mary E. Somers..3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 500 (will of John Summers, Muddy Creek, wife Elizabeth).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S184] Nora Miller Turman and Mary Frances Carey, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1847-1850.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Capt. John Horsey Somers1,2
M, b. 12 September 1828, d. 20 July 1907
| Birth* | 12 September 1828 | John was born on 12 September 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Summers, a 21 year old laborer in HH#707 headed by John Summers, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Marriage* | 5 February 1851 | He married Vianna 'Vianer' Byrd, daughter of Eborn 'Ebriam' Byrd and Meriah Ann Lewis, on 5 February 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Sommers Jr. and she was shown as Vianna Bird of Eborn..4 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 December 1855 | John was named in his father's will on 21 December 1855 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Summers and a son Horsey Summers in the will of John Summers, wife Elizabeth. Since he said he had 5 sons, these two were actually one son named John Horsey Summers..2 |
| Census head* | 1860 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Somers the head of HH#664, a 30 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $57. Listed with him was only Vienna Somers, age 30..5 |
| Death* | 20 July 1907 | John died on 20 July 1907 at age 78. He was shown as Capt. John Somers, who died 20 Jul 1907, aged 79 - Interment in family burying ground - Survived by widow, 5 sons, Messrs. John O., Richard W., Isaac, Horsey A., and Lloyd J. Somers and 2 daughters, Mrs. John L. Byrd and Mrs. Edward Wright - Capt. John Somers Dead - PE 27 Jul 1907..3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.3 |
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Vianna 'Vianer' Byrd b. c 1830, d. 22 Dec 1910 |
| Marriage* | 5 February 1851 | He married Vianna 'Vianer' Byrd, daughter of Eborn 'Ebriam' Byrd and Meriah Ann Lewis, on 5 February 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Sommers Jr. and she was shown as Vianna Bird of Eborn..4 |
| Children | 1. | John O. Somers+ b. 17 Dec 1851, d. 3 Dec 1916 |
| | 2. | Richard William (of Jno) Somers b. 15 Jan 1854, d. 24 Jun 1913 |
| | 3. | Capt. Isaac Somers+ b. 14 May 1861, d. 11 May 1929 |
| | 4. | Elizabeth A. 'Bettie' Somers+ b. 17 May 1865, d. 23 Mar 1934 |
| | 5. | Albert Horsey Somers b. 1 Oct 1865, d. 10 Apr 1926 |
| | 6. | Lloyd J. Somers+ b. 1868, d. 1947 |
| | 7. | Vianna Somers b. 19 Jul 1871, d. 5 Aug 1940 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 500 (will of John Summers, Muddy Creek, wife Elizabeth).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
William J. 'Capt. Bill' Somers Jr.1,2
M, b. 30 September 1831, d. 21 February 1904
| Birth* | 30 September 1831 | William was born on 30 September 1831 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA.3,4 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Summers, age 19 in HH#707 headed by John Summers, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Marriage* | 21 January 1852 | He married Sourinia 'Serrena' or 'Arena' Clarrissa Byrd, daughter of Eborn 'Ebriam' Byrd and Meriah Ann Lewis, on 21 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Somers of John and she as Serina C. Bird of Eborn..3,5 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 December 1855 | William was named in his father's will on 21 December 1855 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Summers in the will of John Summers, wife Elizabeth..2 |
| Census head* | 1860 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Somers the head of HH#1325, a 28 year old sailor, with real estate valued at $250 and personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Somerses: Serena C., age 28; Wm. J., age 6; Edw'd F., age 4; Letitia C., age 2; and Unnamed female, age 8/12..6 |
| Death* | 21 February 1904 | William died on 21 February 1904 at Winterville, Acc Co, VA, at age 72. He was shown as Capt. William Somers who died 21 Feb 1904, aged 73. Born 30 Sep 1831 - Died at Winterville - Father of Capts. W. James, Edward T., and Robert Somers, Mrs. Judson Savage, Mrs. John T. Savage, Mrs. Frank Parks and Mrs. Samuel M. Rew - PE 27 Feb 1904 & PE 2 Apr 1904..3,7 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.3 |
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Sourinia 'Serrena' or 'Arena' Clarrissa Byrd b. 21 Mar 1832, d. 13 Apr 1907 |
| Marriage* | 21 January 1852 | He married Sourinia 'Serrena' or 'Arena' Clarrissa Byrd, daughter of Eborn 'Ebriam' Byrd and Meriah Ann Lewis, on 21 January 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Somers of John and she as Serina C. Bird of Eborn..3,5 |
| Children | 1. | William James 'Babe' Somers+ b. 15 Dec 1853, d. 27 Feb 1929 |
| | 2. | Edward Thomas 'Capt. Ed Tom' Somers+ b. 22 Oct 1855, d. 19 Jan 1937 |
| | 3. | Letitia C. 'Tisha' Somers+ b. 6 Sep 1858, d. 22 Apr 1932 |
| | 4. | Polly F. Somers+ b. 8 Nov 1859, d. 10 Apr 1948 |
| | 5. | Annie Elizabeth Somers b. 1862, d. 1923 |
| | 6. | Douglas Lee Somers b. 6 Sep 1864, d. 4 Jan 1872 |
| | 7. | Demariah Somers b. 17 Nov 1866, d. 20 Nov 1879 |
| | 8. | Robert Somers b. c 1870 |
| | 9. | Sallie D. Somers b. 1871, d. 1961 |
| | 10. | Frank Somers+ b. c 1873 |
| | 11. | Capt. Douglas Lee Somers+ b. 1874, d. 1938 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 500 (will of John Summers, Muddy Creek, wife Elizabeth).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1031] Compiler Vesta Susan Cadieu, Register Report for Benjamin Summers.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912.
Capt. George T. Somers Sr.1,2
M, b. 1834, d. 18 March 1890
| Birth* | 1834 | George was born in 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George Summers, age 16 in HH#707 headed by John Summers, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 December 1855 | George was named in his father's will on 21 December 1855 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son George Summers in the will of John Summers, wife Elizabeth..2 |
| Marriage* | 14 January 1856 | He married Eveline Wessells, daughter of Walter Wessells Jr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bayly, on 14 January 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Summers, no parents shown, and she was shown as Eveline Wessells, daughter of Betsy Wessells who gave consent. John W. Bird says he was over age 21..4 |
| Death* | 18 March 1890 | George died on 18 March 1890 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Sommers who died of blood poison at the age of 56 years. He was the son of John & Eliz. Sommers and the husband of Eveline Sommers who gave the information..5 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 500 (will of John Summers, Muddy Creek, wife Elizabeth).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896, p. 146 (Geo. Sommers).
Samuel Somers1,2,3
M, b. 7 January 1836, d. 12 January 1913
| Birth* | 7 January 1836 | Samuel was born on 7 January 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Summers, age 13 in HH#707 headed by John Summers, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 December 1855 | Samuel was named in his father's will on 21 December 1855 at Muddy Creek, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as a son Samuel Summers in the will of John Summers, wife Elizabeth..3 |
| Marriage* | 22 April 1857 | He married Mary J.W. Justice, daughter of Samuel R. (of R.) Justice and Priscilla Hornsby, on 22 April 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Summers, the son of Elizabeth who gave consent and she was shown as Mary J. Justis, daughter of Samuel R. Justis who gave consent..5,2 |
| Census head* | 1870 | Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Summers the head of HH#MT458, a 34 year old sailor with real estate valued at $150 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Summers: Mary, a 27 year old house keeper; Samuel, an 11 year old farm laborer; Alfred, age 8; Priscilla, age 6; Catherine, age 3 and John, age 9 months and born in November..6 |
| Death* | 12 January 1913 | Samuel died on 12 January 1913 at age 77.4 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.4 |
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Mary J.W. Justice b. 14 Apr 1840, d. 14 Jul 1917 |
| Marriage* | 22 April 1857 | He married Mary J.W. Justice, daughter of Samuel R. (of R.) Justice and Priscilla Hornsby, on 22 April 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Summers, the son of Elizabeth who gave consent and she was shown as Mary J. Justis, daughter of Samuel R. Justis who gave consent..5,2 |
| Children | 1. | Samuel W. Somers b. c 1859 |
| | 2. | Albert Beauregard Horsey Somers+ b. 13 Mar 1862, d. 14 May 1943 |
| | 3. | Priscilla Somers+ b. 12 Aug 1864, d. 23 May 1950 |
| | 4. | Catharine Somers+ b. 1867, d. 1961 |
| | 5. | John Henry Somers b. 21 Dec 1869, d. 1 Sep 1905 |
| | 6. | Richard Rew (of Sam) Somers+ b. 1872, d. 1924 |
| | 7. | Mary F. Somers b. 14 Aug 1880, d. 8 Mar 1888 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 500 (will of John Summers, Muddy Creek, wife Elizabeth).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
Elizabeth 'Betsy' Ewell1,2
F, b. circa 1830
| Birth* | circa 1830 | Elizabeth was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Ewell, age 20 in HH#709 headed by Henry T. Ewell, a 51 year old farmer..1 |
| Marriage* | 31 January 1853 | She married Samuel E. Taylor, son of Robert R. (of Major of Jacob of H.Cr) Taylor Sr. and Nancy Ewell, on 31 January 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel E. Taylor and she as Elizabeth Ewell of Henry F..2 |
| Married Name | 31 January 1853 | As of 31 January 1853,her married name was Taylor. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Taylor, age 29 in HH#518 headed by Samuel E. Taylor, a 33 year old farmer..3 |
| Reported death* | 17 January 1890 | Elizabeth reported a death on 17 January 1890 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Eliz. Taylor, widow, reported the death of her husband Sam'l E. Taylor, who died of dropsy at that age of 65 years..4 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Sarah Anne Ewell1
F, b. 24 September 1833, d. 29 June 1911
| Birth* | 24 September 1833 | Sarah was born on 24 September 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Ewell, age 18 in HH#709 headed by Henry T. Ewell, a 51 year old farmer..1 |
| Marriage* | 12 March 1852 | She married Samuel Crippen Taylor, son of Charles Taylor Jr. and Margaret Ann 'Peggy' Young, on 12 March 1852 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as Samuel C. Taylor and Sarah Anne Ewell. No other information was given..3 |
| Married Name | 12 March 1852 | As of 12 March 1852,her married name was Taylor. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Taylor, age 27 in HH#567 headed by Samuel C. Taylor, a 33 year old farmer..4 |
| Census w/husband | 1870 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Taylor, a 35 year old house keeper in HH#MT542 headed by Samuel Taylor, a 43 year old farmer..5 |
| Reported death* | 9 September 1873 | Sarah reported a death on 9 September 1873 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Sarah A. Taylor when she report the death of her father, Henry T. Ewell..6 |
| Death* | 29 June 1911 | Sarah died on 29 June 1911 at Lee Mont, Acc Co, VA, at age 77. She was shown as Mrs. Sallie Taylor who died on 29 Jun 1911. She was an old resident of Guilford, but later years of Leemont - Guilford News - AN 8 Jul 1911 issue. She was shown as Mrs. Sallie Taylor who died recently, aged about 78 years. She was the widow of the late Crippen Taylor, who died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. R. J. Onions, at Leemont - News of Eastern Shore - ESH 14 Jul 1911 issue. She was shown as Mrs. SallieTaylor, who died Thursday of last week, aged 78 years. She was the widow of the late S. Crippen Taylor. Burial in Liberty Cemetery - Parksley News - PE 8 Jul 1911 issue.
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| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Liberty Cem, Parksley, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912.
William H. Ewell1
M, b. circa 1837
| Birth* | circa 1837 | William was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Ewell, age 13 in HH#709 headed by Henry T. Ewell, a 51 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Solomon Thomas Ewell1
M, b. 1839, d. 1901
| Birth* | 1839 | Solomon was born in 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Solomon was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Solomon T. Ewell, age 10 in HH#709 headed by Henry T. Ewell, a 51 year old farmer..1 |
| Marriage* | 4 December 1862 | He married Laura C. Taylor, daughter of William (of C.) Taylor and Ann Young, on 4 December 1862 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Solomon P. Ewell and Laura C. Taylor. No other information was given..3 |
| Death* | 1901 | Solomon died in 1901.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Liberty Cem, Parksley, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Margaret Ewell1
F, b. circa 1843
| Birth* | circa 1843 | Margaret was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Ewell, age 7 in HH#709 headed by Henry T. Ewell, a 51 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Ewell, age 17 in HH#525 headed by Henry F. Ewell, a 43 year old farmer..2 |
| Married Name | 9 June 1864 | As of 9 June 1864,her married name was Barnes.3 |
| Marriage* | 9 June 1864 | She married Levin J. Barnes, son of John (of A.) Barnes and Sallie Johnson, on 9 June 1864 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Levin J. Barnes, a 25 year old waterman, the son of Jno & Sally Barnes and she was shown as Margaret Ewell, age 21, the daughter of Henry & Patsy Ewell.3 |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Metompkin District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#690 was headed by Lewis(sic) Levin Barnes, a 34 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Margaret Barnes, age 26; William Barnes, age 5; and John Barnes, age 2.4 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 65407588 (William McComas Barnes).
William Parks
M, b. circa 1833
| Birth* | circa 1833 | William was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 17 December 1856 | He married Amanda Wessells, daughter of John Wessells Sr. and Nancy Parks, on 17 December 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as William Parkes and Amanda Wessells, daughter of John Wessells dec'd. John Parkes said both were over age 21..2,3 |
| Census head* | 1860 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Parkes the head of HH#630, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Parkeses: Amanda, age 26 and Unnamed female, age 8/12. Also listed was James Dickerson, age 20 and black..1 |
| Census head | 1870 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Parkes the head of HH#MT384, a 36 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Parkeses: Amanda, a 36 year old house keeper; Mary, age 12 and attending school; Susan, age 11 and attending school; and John, age 4. Also listed was Clarissa Hinman, a 20 year old black domestic servant..4 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
Mary A. Parks1,2
F, b. circa 1859
| Birth* | circa 1859 | Mary was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as an Unnamed female, age 8/12 in HH#630 headed by William Parkes, a 27 year old farmer..3 |
| Census w/parents | 1870 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Parkes, age 12 and attending school in HH#MT384 headed by William Parkes, a 36 year old farmer..2 |
| Marriage* | 22 December 1875 | She married Henry T. Mason, son of Major Mason Jr. and Bernette 'Netty' Justice, on 22 December 1875 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Henry T. Mason, an 18 year old farmer, the son of Major & Aet. Mason and she was shown as Mary A. Parkes, age 18, the daughter of Wm. & Maude Parkes. They were married by J.M. Anderson..1 |
| Married Name | 22 December 1875 | As of 22 December 1875,her married name was Mason. |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
William H. Bloxom1,2
M, b. 7 February 1836, d. 3 June 1904
| Birth* | 7 February 1836 | William was born on 7 February 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Bloxom, age 13 and born in VA in HH#510 headed by James H. Rowley, a 50 year old shoemaker, born in MD..4 |
| Marriage* | 31 December 1855 | He married Mary Ann Wessells, daughter of John Wessells Sr. and Nancy Parks, on 31 December 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as only as William Bloxom and she as Mary Wessells of John, dec'd. The license showed him as William Bloxom, ward of Jesse Dickerson who gave consent and she was Mary Wessells, daughter of John dec'd & ward of Thorogood Mason who gave consent..5,6 |
| Census head* | 1860 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William H. Bloxom the head of HH#658, a 26 year old merchant with personal property valued at $1,200. Listed with him were Mary A. Bloxom, age 17; John W. Bloxom, age 3; Hetty Bloxom (propably Dix), age 50; Wm. Rayfield, a 33 year old hired farm laborer; and Matilda Custis, age 21 and black..1 |
| Census head | 1870 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Bloxom the head of HH#MT319, a 32 year old retail merchant with personal property valued at $3,000. Listed with him were ................. Hettie Dix, a 66 year old house keeper with real estate valued at $1,500 and personal property valued at $500................2 |
| Land sold* | 1902 | He sold land in 1902 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that William H. Bloxom sold the house and 120 acres of tract A126 to William L. Bloxom, who 7 years later, with is wife Elizabeth S., sold the house and 50 acres to Robert E. Lewis. in 1934 Lewis and his wife Ida sold to Roland L. Somers.7 |
| Death* | 3 June 1904 | William died on 3 June 1904 at age 68.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as W.H. Bloxom, husband of Mary Ann Bloxom, 7 Feb 1836 - 3 Jun 1904..3 |
Family
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Mary Ann Wessells b. 1840, d. 1929 |
| Marriage* | 31 December 1855 | He married Mary Ann Wessells, daughter of John Wessells Sr. and Nancy Parks, on 31 December 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as only as William Bloxom and she as Mary Wessells of John, dec'd. The license showed him as William Bloxom, ward of Jesse Dickerson who gave consent and she was Mary Wessells, daughter of John dec'd & ward of Thorogood Mason who gave consent..5,6 |
| Children | 1. | John Madison 'J.M.' Bloxom+ b. 23 Dec 1855, d. 23 Sep 1917 |
| | 2. | Clara T. Bloxom+ b. 16 Jul 1864, d. 28 Oct 1911 |
| | 3. | William L. Bloxom+ b. 12 Dec 1866, d. 1952 |
| | 4. | Ora Bloxom+8 b. 6 Aug 1869, d. 20 Feb 1934 |
| | 5. | Charles F. Bloxom b. 1871, d. 1910 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S185] Nora Miller Turman and Mary Frances Carey, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Licenses, 1853-1858.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1203 (tract A126).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Charles (of J.) Parks1
M, b. circa 1826
| Birth* | circa 1826 | Charles was born circa 1826 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | December 1848 | He married Margaret D. Russell, daughter of George G. (of Geo) Russell Jr. and Margaret 'Peggy' Wessells, in December 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. William Hinman was the security on the M.L.B. of Charles Parks and Margaret D. Russell of George. Another record shows they were married on 27 Dec 1848..2 |
| Census head* | 1860 | Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Chas. Parkes of J., the head of HH#527, a 34 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900 and personal property valued at $553. Listed with him were Parkes: Margaret, age 34; Catherine, age 10; Sylvanus C., age 6; Bennete J., age 4; and an unnamed male, age 2/12. Also listed was Patsy Wessels, age 62..3 |
| Will - Father's* | 8 September 1865 | Charles was named in his father's will on 8 September 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Parkes Sr. directed as follows: FIRST. I give and bequeath to my son John Y. Parkes, my tract of land called the Bridget feal and also the tract called the Dix land to him and his heirs forever. SECOND. I give to my son Mark Parkes all of the tract of land where he now resides upon to him and his heirs forever. THIRD. I give to my son Parker W. Parkes the piece of land which he now has in his possession which is part of the Bagwell land next to the Branch to him and his heirs forever and Bind my son P.W. Parkes to pay to my grand daughter Mary Bloxom the sum of one hundred dollars. FOURTH. I give to my son Noah Parkes the other piece of said land where he now resides upon, to him and his heirs forever. FIFTH. I give to my son Charles Parkes a certain portion of a tract of land which I purchased of Ephraim Wessels of N., the line commencing at a line stob between my land and land of Dennis Clayton running a straight line west course to a marked pine in the corner of the thicket and then a straight line from the pine to a line stob between my land and the piece which I purchased brom B.B. Ewell, and also I give to my son Charles Parkes the piece of land I purchased of B.B. Ewell and one chest which he claims to him and his heirs forever. SIXTH. I give to my son Edward Parkes the land which I purchased of Ephram Wessel of B. and which my son Edward Parkes now resided upon to him and his heirs forever and bind my son E. Parkes to pay to my grand daughter Armenday Parkes on hundred dollars. SEVENTH. I give to my daughter Elender Ewell the tract of land I purchased of Sam Killman and also the piece of land I purchased of Isaac Wessels to her and her heirs forever. EIGHTH. I give to my daughter Tabitha J. Grinnalds my tract of land which I purchased of John Ewell and also the balance of the land which I purchased of Ephran of N., which is not given away, and also I give to her all the property of mine that she has in her possession at this time, to her and her heirs forever and I bind my daughter Tabither J. Grinnalds to pay to my daughter Elendor Ewell one hundred and fifty dollars. NINTH. I give to my daughter Elendor Ewell one bed tent. I give to my grand daughter Eveline Taylor one hundred dollars to her and her heirs forever. SEVENTH.(sic) I give to my three daughters Comfort Parkes, Margaret Ann Lewis and Mariah Parkes all of my Notes Bonds Property and Money which I have not given away to them three to be equal divided, to them and their heirs forever. I appoint my son Parker W. Parkes my executor. In testimony whereof, I, the said John Parkes Sr. have to this my last will and testament signed and subscribed my name this Eighth day Sept in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and sixty five. Signed: John Parks. Witt: B.B. Ewell & Jno. R. Bowdoin. At a Circuit Court held for the County of Accomack on the 2nd day of May 1870, this last will and testament of John Parkes Senr, deceased, was proved by the oaths of Burwell B. Ewell and John R. Bowdoin, witnesses thereto and ordered to be recorded. And on the motion of Parker W. Parkes, the Executor therein named, who made oath as the law directs, and together with Levin D. Lewis, John R. Johnson, Thomas P. Lewis and John R. Hinman his sureties, entered into and acknowledged a bond in the penalty of six thousand dollars ($6,000), conditioned according to law, Certificate is granted him for obtaining a probate thereof in due form and it is ordered that the said bond be recorded. Test: M. Oldham, Deputy, for Wm. H.B. Custis, Clerk of Court.4 |
Citations
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S596] Virginia Accomack County, Circuit Court Will Book, 1855-1892, p. 83 (will of John Parkes Sr).
Caroline Susan Parks1
F, b. circa 1850
| Birth* | circa 1850 | Caroline was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Caroline was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catherine Parkes, age 10 in HH#527 headed by Chas. Parkes of J., a 34 year old farmer..3 |
| Marriage* | 7 January 1866 | She married James T. Wessells, son of Thomas J. (of J.) Wessells and Ann Catherine 'Caty' Wessells, on 7 January 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Susan Parkes, d/o Charles and Margaret Parkes, age 16, on her 1866 Acc marriage record to James T. Wessells and as Catherine Parkes, age 10, in the 1860 household of Charles and Margaret Parkes..1 |
| Married Name | 7 January 1866 | As of 7 January 1866,her married name was Wessells. |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Sylvanus C. Parks1,2
M, b. circa 1854
| Birth* | circa 1854 | Sylvanus was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Sylvanus was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sylvanus C. Parkes, age 6 in HH#527 headed by Chas. Parkes of J., a 34 year old farmer..3 |
| Marriage* | 21 January 1878 | He married Ella P. Johnson, daughter of Samuel Johnson and Caroline Russell, on 21 January 1878 at Guilford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sylvanius Parkes, a 23 year old farmer, the son of Charles & Marg't Parkes and she was shown as Ella P. Johnson, age 17, the daughter of Sam'l & Caroline Johnson. They were married by J.B. Merritt..2 |
Citations
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
George Emory Parks (Parkes)1
M, b. 9 December 1861, d. 30 July 1946
| Birth* | 9 December 1861 | George was born on 9 December 1861 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 8 October 1884 | He married Mary Elisha Barnes, daughter of Thomas Henry (of Parker & Betsy) Barnes and Nancy E. Wessells, on 8 October 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. He was a 22 year old farmer and she was age 24. They were married by J.W. Carroll..2 |
| Marriage* | 28 June 1924 | George Emory Parks (Parkes) married Laura Susie Young, daughter of George H. Young and Susan A. Young, on 28 June 1924 at Guilford, Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Death* | 30 July 1946 | George Emory Parks (Parkes) died on 30 July 1946 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 84.3 |
| Burial* | | George was buried at Nelson Cemetery, New Church, Accomack Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/112313882/…
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/112313882/…
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Mary S. 'Polly' Wessells1
F, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | Mary was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Wessells, age 5 in HH#705 headed by Polly Wessells, age 39..1 |
| Marriage* | 24 December 1863 | She married Thomas G. Clayton, son of George Clayton Sr. and Ann Kitson Bagwell, on 24 December 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. G. Clayton, a 33 year old farmer, the son of Geo. Clayton, and she was shown as Mary S. Wessells, age 18, the daughter of Russel & Polly Wessells. They were married by E.S. Grant..2 |
| Married Name | 24 December 1863 | As of 24 December 1863,her married name was Clayton. |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
William B. Wessells1
M, b. circa 1847
| Biography* | | In his will of 13 May 1879 William B. Wessells named only his mother Poly Wessells. James G. Fox and John E. Wise verified his signature (Acc Wills 1846-1882, p. 626). |
| Birth* | circa 1847 | William was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | William was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Wessells, age 3 in HH#705 headed by Polly Wessells, age 39..1 |
| Probate* | 29 March 1880 | William's will was probated on 29 March 1880 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S58] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, p. 626.
Jane Rachel Wessells1
F, b. 12 April 1852, d. 3 May 1910
| Biography* | | In her will of 1 Jul 1892 Jane R. Wessels of Masonville, Acc Co, named only a sister Oceanna B. Wessels. Witnesses were Thomas G. Clayton and A.J. Taylor. The administer was John W. Wessels with Ray D. White security (Acc Wills 1904-1920, p. 221). |
| Birth* | 12 April 1852 | Jane was born on 12 April 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Jane was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachael J. Wessels, age 6 in HH#573 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 50 year old farmer..3 |
| Death* | 3 May 1910 | Jane died on 3 May 1910 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 58.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Probate | 7 June 1910 | Jane's will was probated on 7 June 1910 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S16] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1904-1920, p. 221.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
(3unnamed c|o Augustus) Wessells1
M, b. 9 June 1885
| Birth* | 9 June 1885 | (3unnamed was born on 9 June 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(4unnamed c|o Augustus) Wessells1
M, b. 9 June 1885
| Birth* | 9 June 1885 | (4unnamed was born on 9 June 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(unnamed c|o Edward) Wessells1
M, b. 15 December 1873
| Birth* | 15 December 1873 | (unnamed was born on 15 December 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Mary E. 'Manie' Parks1
F, b. circa 1864, d. 1937
| Birth* | circa 1864 | Mary was born circa 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1884 | She married Ephraim Jackson Wessells, son of Ephraim W. Wessells and Mary Ann Davis, on 28 December 1884 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 28 December 1884 | As of 28 December 1884,her married name was Wessells. |
| Death* | 1937 | Mary died in 1937.2 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S753] Bob Wessells, to M.K. Miles.
(unnamed c|o Ephraim) Wessells1
M, b. 25 June 1886
| Birth* | 25 June 1886 | (unnamed was born on 25 June 1886 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Georgianna Young1
F, b. 1845, d. 30 November 1920
| Birth* | 1845 | Georgianna was born in 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census w/grdmother* | 1850 | Georgianna was listed with her grandmother in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Georgianna Young, age 3 in HH#682 headed by Catharine Young, age 50, who was evidently her grandmother.2 |
| Census w/grdmother | 1860 | Georgianna was listed with her grandmother in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Georgianna Young, age 16 in HH#582 headed by Catherine Young, age 56, who was evidently her grandmother. Also listed was Margaret Thorns, age 33 and a common laborer, who was evidently her mother, based on Georgianna's 1865 marriage record.4 |
| Marriage* | 4 May 1865 | She married Samuel Wessells, son of John H. Wessells and Susan Dix, on 4 May 1865 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Jno. & Susan Wessells, and she was shown as Georgiana Young, age 19, the daughter of Marg't Young (Thorns on the license). They were married by E.S. Grant..1 |
| Married Name | 4 May 1865 | As of 4 May 1865,her married name was Wessells. |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Georgianna was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Georgeanna Wessels, a 23 year old house keeper in HH#MT377 headed by Samuel Wessels, a 24 year old farmer..5 |
| Reported birth* | 6 December 1886 | Georgianna reported a birth on 6 December 1886 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Georgianna Young reported the death of her grandmother, Cath. Young, who died of old age at the age of 86 years. (Note: Since she had married Samuel Wessells, she should have been shown as Georgianna Wessells.)6 |
| Census w/husband | 1900 | Georgianna was listed with her husband in the census of 1900 at Metompkin District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#290 was headed by Samuel Wessels, a 56 year old farmer. Listed with him were George Wessels, a 52 year old wife; Mary J. Wessels, a 19 year old daughter; and Bertha C. Wessels, a 12 year old dughter.7 |
| Death* | 30 November 1920 | She died on 30 November 1920 at New Church, Atlantic District, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Georganna Wessells, age 75 (didn't know exact date), born in Accomack Co, Va, the daughter of Samuel Young & Margaret Barnes and the wife of Samuel Wessells. The informant was S.T. Wessells of New Church, Va. She died 30 Nov 1920 and was buried in Oak Hall, Va on 2 Dec 1920.8 |
| Burial* | | Georgianna was buried at Downing's Cemetery, Oak Hall, Accomack Co, VA.3 |
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Samuel Wessells b. 1843, d. 1921 |
| Marriage* | 4 May 1865 | She married Samuel Wessells, son of John H. Wessells and Susan Dix, on 4 May 1865 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Wessells, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Jno. & Susan Wessells, and she was shown as Georgiana Young, age 19, the daughter of Marg't Young (Thorns on the license). They were married by E.S. Grant..1 |
| Children | 1. | Luther J. Wessells b. 1866, d. 1946 |
| | 2. | Samuel T. Wessells+ b. 1870, d. 25 Dec 1935 |
| | 3. | Eleshea A. Wessells b. c 1872, d. 2 Apr 1885 |
| | 4. | Evelyn Wessells+ b. 1876, d. 1968 |
| | 5. | Elizabeth 'Bertie' Wessells b. 1880, d. 1948 |
| | 6. | Mary J. Wessells b. 1881, d. 1961 |
| | 7. | (unnamed c|o Samuel) Wessells b. 25 Mar 1883 |
| | 8. | Bertha C. Wessells7 b. c 1888 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Georganna Wessells in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.
(unnamed c|o Samuel) Wessells1
M, b. 25 March 1883
| Birth* | 25 March 1883 | (unnamed was born on 25 March 1883 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(unnamed c|o Wm. W.) Wessells1
M, b. 12 February 1877
| Birth* | 12 February 1877 | (unnamed was born on 12 February 1877 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Georgia Anna West1
F, b. 11 November 1848, d. 11 October 1934
| Birth* | 11 November 1848 | Georgia was born on 11 November 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/father | 1850 | Georgia was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Georgiana West, age 1 in HH#46 headed by Geo. R. West, a 27 year old farmer..3 |
| Marriage* | 14 January 1866 | She married Alfred J. Wessells, son of Ephraim W. Wessells and Ann 'Nancy' Lankford, on 14 January 1866 at Worcester Co, MD.4 |
| Married Name | 14 January 1866 | As of 14 January 1866,her married name was Wessells. |
| Census w/husband | 1870 | Georgia was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1539 was headed by Alfred J. Vessells, a 27 year old farmer with personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Vesselses: Georgianna, age 21; George T., age 3; Marg't, age 2 annd Arinthia, age 4 months, born in May. Also listed was George Dix, age 13.5 |
| Census w/husband* | 19 June 1880 | Georgia was listed with her husband in the census of 19 June 1880 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#26 was headed by Alfred Wessells, a 38 year old farmer. Listed with him were were the following Wessellses: George Anna, a 32 year old wife; George, a 13 year old son; Margaret, an 11 year old daughter; Arinthia, a 10 year old daughter; Edward, a 7 year old son; Lillian, a 6 year old daughter; Alfred H., a 4 year old son; Nancy L., a 1 year old daughter; and Constine Wessells, a 1/12 year old daughter.6 |
| Census w/husband | 1900 | Georgia was listed with her husband in the census of 1900 at Lee, Accomack Co, VA. HH#181 was headed by Alford Wessels, a 57 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Wesselses: Georgeann, a 51 year old wife; Fred W., an 11 year old son; and John W., a 9 year old son.7 |
| Death* | 11 October 1934 | Georgia died on 11 October 1934 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 85. Her death cerificate shows her as Georgia Anna Wessels, the widow of Alfred J. Wessels, age 85/11/0, born in Accomac, VA, 11 Nov 1848 and died 11 Oct 1934, the daughter of Geo. R. West and Mary Lang. She was buried at Edgehill Cemetery, Accomac, VA..2,1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA.2 |
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Alfred J. Wessells b. 24 Sep 1842, d. 22 Nov 1906 |
| Marriage* | 14 January 1866 | She married Alfred J. Wessells, son of Ephraim W. Wessells and Ann 'Nancy' Lankford, on 14 January 1866 at Worcester Co, MD.4 |
| Children | 1. | George T. Wessells b. 27 Nov 1866, d. 10 Jan 1954 |
| | 2. | Margaret Eveline Wessells+ b. 9 Aug 1868, d. 3 Oct 1914 |
| | 3. | Arinthia J. Wessells b. May 1870, d. 1954 |
| | 4. | Luther Edward Wessells+ b. 25 Jul 1872, d. 28 Sep 1937 |
| | 5. | Lillian Wessells6 b. Mar 1874, d. 17 Aug 1954 |
| | 6. | Alfred H. Wessells+ b. 26 May 1876, d. 1965 |
| | 7. | Nancy L. Wessells b. 1878, d. 1957 |
| | 8. | Constine Wessells6 b. May 1880 |
| | 9. | Clara H. Wessells+ b. 8 Apr 1883, d. 28 Apr 1917 |
| | 10. | Sidney E. Wessells b. 1884, d. 1957 |
| | 11. | Clarissa Wessells b. c 1886, d. 13 May 1891 |
| | 12. | Frederick Webster Wessells+ b. 14 Sep 1888, d. 30 Sep 1975 |
| | 13. | John West Wessells7 b. 15 Jul 1890, d. 10 May 1937 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, VA Death Certificate of Georgia Anna Wessels.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Clara H. Wessells1
F, b. 8 April 1883, d. 28 April 1917
| Birth* | 8 April 1883 | Clara was born on 8 April 1883 at Accomack Co, VA. Acc Co birth records show a Clara H. Wessells was born on 30 Oct 1885. The tombstone of Clara W. Stant shows 8 Apr 1883..1,2 |
| Marriage* | 30 December 1900 | She married John H. Stant, son of John Stant and Nancy (Mary?) (-----), on 30 December 1900 at Messongo, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Stant, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of John & Mary Stant and she was shown as Clara Wessells, age 18 and the daughter of Henry W. & Bernetta Wessells. Mr. John H. Stant and Miss Clara Wessells were married 30 Dec 1900 at Messongo by Rev. Charles Clement..3,4 |
| Married Name | 30 December 1900 | As of 30 December 1900,her married name was Stant. |
| Census w/husband* | 1910 | Clara was listed with her husband in the census of in 1910 at Bloxom, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as wife Clara Stant in HH#234 headed by John H. Stant, a 33 year old laborer. She was age 27, married for 9 years with no children born or living..5 |
| Death* | 28 April 1917 | Clara died on 28 April 1917 at age 34.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Wessells Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, 5 Jan 1901.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Burnetta (-----)
F, b. circa 1850
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Clarinda S. Wessells1
F, b. 8 April 1883
| Birth* | 8 April 1883 | Clarinda was born on 8 April 1883 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Dolly Wessells1
F, b. 5 February 1873
| Birth* | 5 February 1873 | Dolly was born on 5 February 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Mary E. (-----)
F, b. 15 April 1863, d. 9 December 1945
| Birth* | 15 April 1863 | Mary was born on 15 April 1863 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1880 | She married Lawrence Bates Wessells, son of Ephraim W. Wessells and Mary Ann Davis, circa 1880.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1880 | As of circa 1880,her married name was Wessells. |
| Death* | 9 December 1945 | Mary died on 9 December 1945 at age 82.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parksley Cem, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary E. Wessells, wife of L. Bates Wessells..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Lilly A. Wessells1
F, b. 25 July 1885
| Birth* | 25 July 1885 | Lilly was born on 25 July 1885 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
Susan Elizabeth Small1
F, b. January 1861, d. 5 July 1934
| Birth* | January 1861 | Susan was born in January 1861 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents | 1870 | Susan was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Smale, age 8 in HH#1586 headed by John Smale, a 35 year old farmer.2 |
| Marriage* | 10 June 1877 | She married Thomas Smith Parks, son of Thomas S. Parks and Sarah Ann R. Lewis, on 10 June 1877 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas S. Parks, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Thos. S. & Sarah R. Parks and she was shown as Susan E. Small, age 15, the daughter of John S. & Susan A. Small.4 |
| Married Name | 10 June 1877 | As of 10 June 1877,her married name was Parks. |
| Marriage* | 16 November 1882 | She married John R. Wessells, son of Ephraim W. Wessells and Ann 'Nancy' Lankford, on 16 November 1882 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as John R. Wessells, age 22 and Susan Parks, age 17..5 |
| Married Name | 16 November 1882 | As of 16 November 1882,her married name was Wessells. |
| Death* | 5 July 1934 | Susan Elizabeth Small died on 5 July 1934 at Eastern State Hospital, Williamsburg, James City Co, VA, at age 73. She was shown as Mrs. Susan Eliz. Wessells, a residence of Accomac Co, VA, who died July 5, 1934, age 75 years, of Senile Dementia. She was born Jan. 1861 in Virginia of Unknown parents who were both born in Virginia. The source of the information was "Commitment Papers."3 |
| Burial* | | Susan was buried at Woodbury Church Cemetery, between Gargatha & Rue, Accomack Co, VA. Carey's tombstone book shows her as E. Susan Wessells, wife of John R. Wessells, 1862-1934.6 |
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Thomas Smith Parks b. c 1854 |
| Marriage* | 10 June 1877 | She married Thomas Smith Parks, son of Thomas S. Parks and Sarah Ann R. Lewis, on 10 June 1877 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas S. Parks, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Thos. S. & Sarah R. Parks and she was shown as Susan E. Small, age 15, the daughter of John S. & Susan A. Small.4 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014 for Roxie Wessells Miles.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014 for Susan Eliz Wessells.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Minnie P. Wessells1
F, b. 27 December 1883
| Birth* | 27 December 1883 | Minnie was born on 27 December 1883 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 December 1901 | She married Wade J. Crowson on 30 December 1901 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 30 December 1901 | As of 30 December 1901,her married name was Crowson. |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Sarah A. Wessells1
F, b. 14 March 1873
| Birth* | 14 March 1873 | Sarah was born on 14 March 1873 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(2unnamed c|o Augustus) Wessells1
M, b. June 1884
| Birth* | June 1884 | (2unnamed was born in June 1884 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(1unnamed c|o Augustus) Wessells1
M, b. 15 June 1876
| Birth* | 15 June 1876 | (1unnamed was born on 15 June 1876 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(1unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells1
M, b. 15 September 1882
| Birth* | 15 September 1882 | (1unnamed was born on 15 September 1882 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(3unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells1
M, b. 22 October 1887
| Birth* | 22 October 1887 | (3unnamed was born on 22 October 1887 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(4unnamed c|o C.F.) Wessells1
M, b. 7 January 1889, d. 27 January 1889
| Birth* | 7 January 1889 | (4unnamed was born on 7 January 1889 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 27 January 1889 | He died on 27 January 1889 at First District, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an unnamed single, male Wessells, the son of Charles F. Wessells, age 20 days.2 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
(unnamed c|o David B.) Wessells1
M, b. 20 August 1876
| Birth* | 20 August 1876 | (unnamed was born on 20 August 1876 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
(unnamed c|o Oliver) Wessells1
M, b. 3 October 1887
| Birth* | 3 October 1887 | (unnamed was born on 3 October 1887 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
