Isaac Adkins
M, b. circa 1880
| Birth* | circa 1880 | Isaac was born circa 1880. |
Clara J. (-----)
F, b. circa 1860
Citations
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
Nellie A. (-----)
F, b. 28 March 1858, d. 19 March 1898
| Birth* | 28 March 1858 | Nellie was born on 28 March 1858.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1880 | She married Charles A. Crockett, son of Major Crockett and Zipporah Dize, circa 1880.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1880 | As of circa 1880,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 19 March 1898 | Nellie died on 19 March 1898 at age 39.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
James E. Crockett1
M, b. 25 March 1862, d. 25 October 1898
| Birth* | 25 March 1862 | James was born on 25 March 1862 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 25 October 1898 | James died on 25 October 1898 at age 36.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
John W. Crockett1
M, b. 8 February 1864, d. 7 September 1929
| Birth* | 8 February 1864 | John was born on 8 February 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 28 March 1883 | He married Katherine R. Hawk, daughter of Augustus Hawk and Kate Kelso, on 28 March 1883. She was shown as Katherine R. Crockett on her husband, John W. Crockett's, death certificate..1,2,3,4 |
| Death* | 7 September 1929 | John died on 7 September 1929 at Norfolk, VA, at age 65. He was shown as John W. Crockett, age 65, born 8 Feb 1864, died 7 Sep 1929 in Norfolk, VA, the son of S.S. Crockett and Rachel Moore and the husband of Katherine R. Crockett..1,5 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Harry Stewart Crockett in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Susan Scott Davis Tree1, owner: Susan Davis.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, John W Crockett in Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
Katherine R. Hawk1
F, b. 7 July 1861, d. 30 October 1925
| Birth* | 7 July 1861 | Katherine was born on 7 July 1861 at Baltimore, MD.1 |
| Census w/cousin* | 12 June 1880 | Katherine was listed with her cousin in the census of 12 June 1880 at Bay Side, Pungoteague District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#220 was headed by Edward Corbin, a 30 year old sailor, born in MD as were both of his parents. Listed with him were Ellen C. Corbin, a 27 year old wife, born in VA & both of her parents were born in Scotland; Idia V. Corbin, a 7 year old daughter, born in VA, her father was born in MD & her mother in VA; Edward Corbin, a 3 year old son, born in VA, his father was born in MD & his mother in VA; and Kate Hawk, a 21 year old cousin & boarder, born in MD, her father was born in MD & her mother in Scotland.2 |
| Marriage* | 28 March 1883 | She married John W. Crockett, son of Southey S. Crockett and Rachel Ann P. Moore, on 28 March 1883. She was shown as Katherine R. Crockett on her husband, John W. Crockett's, death certificate..3,4,5,6 |
| Married Name | 28 March 1883 | As of 28 March 1883,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 30 October 1925 | Katherine died on 30 October 1925 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA, at age 64. She was shown as Kate r. Crockett, the wife of J.W. Crockett, born July 1861, who died 30 Oct 1925 at the age of 64 years & 3 months. She was born in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of Augustus Hawk (born Baltimore, MD) and Kate Kelso, (born Ireland). The informant was J.W. Crockett, R.F.D. No I, Onancock, VA..1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Onancock Cem, Acc Co, VA. The tombstone book shows her as Kate R. Crockett, wife of H.S. Crockett, 7 July 1860 - 1 Nov 1925..3 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014 for Kate R Crockett.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Harry Stewart Crockett in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Susan Scott Davis Tree1, owner: Susan Davis.
Annie Louise Crockett1
F, b. 10 June 1867, d. 27 December 1877
| Birth* | 10 June 1867 | Annie was born on 10 June 1867 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 27 December 1877 | Annie died on 27 December 1877 at age 10.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Ellenora Carmine
F, b. 21 October 1859, d. 6 December 1950
| Birth* | 21 October 1859 | Ellenora was born on 21 October 1859.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1880 | She married Benjamin Franklin Crockett, son of Asa J. Crockett and Susan E. Turner, circa 1880.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1880 | As of circa 1880,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 6 December 1950 | Ellenora died on 6 December 1950 at age 91.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mt. Holly Cemetery, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
Elizabeth Pusey 'Bettie' Ayres1,2
F, b. 6 October 1854, d. 16 March 1896
| Birth* | 6 October 1854 | Elizabeth was born on 6 October 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Marriage* | 1 March 1882 | She married John A. (of Asa) Crockett, son of Asa J. Crockett and Susan E. Turner, on 1 March 1882 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. A. Crocket, a 31 year old sailor, the son of Asa J. & Susan Crocket and she was shown as Bettie P. Ayres, age 26, the daughter of Jno. & Marg't Ayres..3 |
| Married Name | 1 March 1882 | As of 1 March 1882,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 16 March 1896 | Elizabeth died on 16 March 1896 at age 41.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 81 (Ayres Family).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
John Johnson Ayres1,2,3
M, b. 4 July 1806, d. 9 April 1855
| Birth* | 4 July 1806 | John was born on 4 July 1806 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA.2,4 |
| Marriage* | 14 December 1829 | He married Margaret B. Pusey, daughter of Stephen Pusey and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Hancock, on 14 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen Peusey was the security on the M.L.B. of John J. Ayres and Margaret Peusey of Stephen. According to Bible records they were married 2 days later on 16 Dec 1829..5,1,4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. J. Ayres the head of HH#444, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500. Listed with him were the following Ayreses: Margaret, age 38; Rich'd, an 18 year old harness maker; Jno., age 14; Margaret L., age 8; Edmund, age 4; and Louis, age 6/12. Also listed was Benj. Bell, an 18 year old carpenter..6 |
| Anecdote* | 1852 | He operated a carriage factory in Pungoteague and trained his eldest son to continue the business.7,8 |
| Death* | 9 April 1855 | John died on 9 April 1855 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 48. He was shown as John J. Ayres, who died of pneumonia at the age of 49 years in the First District. He was the son of Edm & Kessy Ayres, a carpenter, the husband of Margaret. His son Richard S. Ayres gave the information..2,9,8 |
Family
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Margaret B. Pusey b. 5 Oct 1811, d. 22 May 1880 |
| Children | 1. | Cessy Ann Elizabeth Ayres b. 11 Nov 1830, d. 10 Oct 1833 |
| | 2. | Richard Stephen Ayres+ b. 16 Mar 1833, d. 17 Jan 1885 |
| | 3. | John W. Ayres b. 22 May 1836, d. 25 Jun 1920 |
| | 4. | Abyssinia H. 'Abby' Ayres b. 19 Dec 1838, d. 13 Apr 1841 |
| | 5. | Edmund Ayres b. 12 Sep 1841, d. 19 Sep 1841 |
| | 6. | Margaret Sariah Jane Ayres b. 12 Nov 1842, d. 1873 |
| | 7. | Edmund Ayres b. 22 Sep 1845, d. 29 Sep 1845 |
| | 8. | Edmund P. Ayres b. 16 Nov 1846, d. 10 Sep 1910 |
| | 9. | Louis F. Ayres b. 18 Nov 1849, d. 28 Sep 1850 |
| | 10. | Elizabeth Pusey 'Bettie' Ayres b. 6 Oct 1854, d. 16 Mar 1896 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 986-987 (tract A87A, inscriptions on a squre shaft, preceded by the Drake family's coat of arms).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 73 (Ayres Family, E.B. Aryes Bible, printed 1816).
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 74 (Ayres Family, E.B. Aryes Bible, printed 1816).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [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).
- [S1012] Compliers Blackstone Drummond Ayres & his wife Nelly Bird Ayres and research by Nora Millier Turman, John Ayres and Some Descendants of Accomack County, Virginia, 1663-1981, p. 6.
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 79 (Ayres Family).
Margaret B. Pusey1,2,3
F, b. 5 October 1811, d. 22 May 1880
| Birth* | 5 October 1811 | Margaret was born on 5 October 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Marriage* | 14 December 1829 | She married John Johnson Ayres, son of Edmund Ayres and Keziah 'Cassie' Johnson, on 14 December 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. Stephen Peusey was the security on the M.L.B. of John J. Ayres and Margaret Peusey of Stephen. According to Bible records they were married 2 days later on 16 Dec 1829..5,6,7 |
| Married Name | 14 December 1829 | As of 14 December 1829,her married name was Ayres. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Ayres, age 38 in HH#44 headed by Jno. J. Ayres, a 44 year old carpenter with real estate valued at $1,500..8 |
| Death* | 22 May 1880 | Margaret died on 22 May 1880 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 68. She was shown as Marg. B. Ayres, who died of pneumonia at the age of 69 years. She was the daughter of Stephen & Betsy Pusey, a widowed housewife. Her son Rich. S. Ayres gave the information..2 |
Family
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John Johnson Ayres b. 4 Jul 1806, d. 9 Apr 1855 |
| Children | 1. | Cessy Ann Elizabeth Ayres b. 11 Nov 1830, d. 10 Oct 1833 |
| | 2. | Richard Stephen Ayres+ b. 16 Mar 1833, d. 17 Jan 1885 |
| | 3. | John W. Ayres b. 22 May 1836, d. 25 Jun 1920 |
| | 4. | Abyssinia H. 'Abby' Ayres b. 19 Dec 1838, d. 13 Apr 1841 |
| | 5. | Edmund Ayres b. 12 Sep 1841, d. 19 Sep 1841 |
| | 6. | Margaret Sariah Jane Ayres b. 12 Nov 1842, d. 1873 |
| | 7. | Edmund Ayres b. 22 Sep 1845, d. 29 Sep 1845 |
| | 8. | Edmund P. Ayres b. 16 Nov 1846, d. 10 Sep 1910 |
| | 9. | Louis F. Ayres b. 18 Nov 1849, d. 28 Sep 1850 |
| | 10. | Elizabeth Pusey 'Bettie' Ayres b. 6 Oct 1854, d. 16 Mar 1896 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 435 (will of Stephen Pusey) & (will of Elizabeth Pusey).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 73 & 75 (Ayres Family, E.B. Aryes Bible, printed 1816).
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 79 (Ayres Family).
- [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. 986-987 (tract A87A, inscriptions on a squre shaft, preceded by the Drake family's coat of arms).
- [S1008] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 1, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 74 (Ayres Family, E.B. Aryes Bible, printed 1816).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Annie C. Ward
F, b. 28 July 1867, d. 30 August 1953
| Birth* | 28 July 1867 | Annie was born on 28 July 1867.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1885 | She married Edward C. Crockett, son of Thomas W. Crockett and Susan Payne, circa 1885.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1885 | As of circa 1885,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 30 August 1953 | Annie died on 30 August 1953 at age 86.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
Thomas H. Crockett1
M, b. 9 December 1820, d. 25 November 1879
| Birth* | 9 December 1820 | Thomas was born on 9 December 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 April 1842 | He married Nancy Smith, daughter of William Wise Smith and Margaret 'Peggy' Drummond, on 12 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Capt. Tho. H. Crockett and she was shown as Nancy Smith. No other information was given..1,2 |
| Death* | 25 November 1879 | Thomas died on 25 November 1879 at age 58.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [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).
Nancy Smith1
F, b. 24 September 1819, d. 9 April 1857
| Birth* | 24 September 1819 | Nancy was born on 24 September 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 January 1823 | Nancy was named in her father's will on 21 January 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Nancy Smith in the will of William W. Smith..1 |
| Marriage* | 12 April 1842 | She married Thomas H. Crockett, son of Asa Thomas Crockett and Catherine 'Caty' Moore, on 12 April 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Capt. Tho. H. Crockett and she was shown as Nancy Smith. No other information was given..2,3 |
| Married Name | 12 April 1842 | As of 12 April 1842,her married name was Crockett. |
| Death* | 9 April 1857 | Nancy died on 9 April 1857 at age 37.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 496 (will of William W. Smith).
- [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).
Margaret Susan Crockett1
F, b. 3 February 1844, d. 9 July 1928
| Birth* | 3 February 1844 | Margaret was born on 3 February 1844.1 |
| Death* | 9 July 1928 | Margaret died on 9 July 1928 at age 84.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
William F. Crockett1
M, b. 15 September 1851, d. 16 May 1925
| Birth* | 15 September 1851 | William was born on 15 September 1851.1 |
| Death* | 16 May 1925 | William died on 16 May 1925 at age 73.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Crockett Plot, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Kate Crockett1
F, b. circa 1860
| Birth* | circa 1860 | Kate was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present.
Virginia Lee 'Jennie' Crockett1
F, b. 1864, d. 1933
| Birth* | 1864 | Virginia was born in 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 1933 | Virginia died in 1933 at Harborton, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present.
Joseph S. Crockett1
M, b. circa 1861
| Birth* | circa 1861 | Joseph was born circa 1861 at Prospect Neck, (Slutkill Neck), Acc Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present.
George Pruitt
M, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | George was born circa 1740. |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Martha Hall circa 1780.1,2 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S1040] Rebecca F. Miller, Joshua Thomas, A Diamond in the Rough.
Charlotte 'Lotty' Bradshaw1,2
F, b. circa 1795
| Birth* | circa 1795 | Charlotte was born circa 1795 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Marriage* | 6 October 1814 | She married Rev. Joshua Thomas (Parson of the Islands), son of John (of Wm) Thomas and Martha Hall, on 6 October 1814 at Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Married Name | 6 October 1814 | As of 6 October 1814,her married name was Thomas. |
| Will - Husb's* | 28 June 1849 | Charlotte was named in her husband's will on 28 June 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Joshua Thomas gave to wife Charlotte, land on Little Deal's Island, bounded by Aaron Bradshaw. To son Aaron Thomas tract Piney Island. To son William Seymour Thomas, land. To sons Elisha (Extr), Lybrand & John. To daughter Hessy Webster. Witt: Wm. Daniel, Nathaniel Webster, Andrew Bereton and Thomas Bradshaw. His will was proved on 29 Nov 1853.5 |
| Will - Brother's* | 11 September 1849 | Charlotte was named in her brother's will on 11 September 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Aaron Bradshaw gave his wife (unnamed) 1/3. To sons Thomas (Extr) and Caleb (under age) plantation called Little Deals Island (13 ac) bounded by Joshua Thomas (dec'd), vessell called Lively Dove, 1/2 of scow owned by me and William Price. To daughter Elizabeth Thomas, son-in-law Elisha Thomas (Extr). To neice Jane Thomas. To Charlotte Thomas, wife of Joshua. To Rachel Thomas, Dulcina Chesser, Nelly Parks and Rhoda Creig. Witt: Jacob Parks, William S. Thomas & William Daniel. The will was recorded on 26 Feb 1850.6 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | She was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.7 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S1040] Rebecca F. Miller, Joshua Thomas, A Diamond in the Rough.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 57 (will of Joshua Thomas, wife Charlotte).
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 44 (will of Aaron Bradshaw, wife unnamed).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
Jacob Webster
M, b. circa 1800
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
Mary Ann Doughty
F, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Mary was born circa 1810.1 |
| Marriage* | 11 June 1833 | She married William Seymour Thomas Sr., son of Rev. Joshua Thomas (Parson of the Islands) and Rachel Evans, on 11 June 1833 at Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as William S. Thomas and she was shown as Mary Anne Dougherty..2 |
| Married Name | 11 June 1833 | As of 11 June 1833,her married name was Thomas. |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
William Seymour Thomas Jr.1
M, b. circa 1835
| Birth* | circa 1835 | William was born circa 1835.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
John B. Thomas1
M, b. circa 1838
| Birth* | circa 1838 | John was born circa 1838.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Ann M. Thomas1
F, b. circa 1840
| Birth* | circa 1840 | Ann was born circa 1840.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Joshua P. Thomas1
M, b. 22 October 1844, d. 11 March 1907
| Birth* | 22 October 1844 | Joshua was born on 22 October 1844 at Smith Island, Som Co, MD.2 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 22 May 1872 | He married Emma Susan James, daughter of Levin T. James and Elizabeth K. Mears, on 22 May 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Joshua Thomas, a 26 year old sailor, born at Smith Island, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Wm. S. & Mary S. Thomas and she was shown as Emma Susan James, age 20, the daughter of Levin T. & Eliz'th C. James..3 |
| Death* | 11 March 1907 | Joshua P. Thomas died on 11 March 1907 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 62.2 |
| Burial* | | Joshua was buried at Onancock Cemetery, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [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).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Fred Lester Thomas in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
Sally Parks
F, b. circa 1806, d. before 12 August 1852
| Birth* | circa 1806 | Sally was born circa 1806 at Somerset Co, MD. |
| Marriage* | 11 April 1829 | She married Elisha Thomas Sr., son of Rev. Joshua Thomas (Parson of the Islands) and Rachel Evans, on 11 April 1829 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 11 April 1829 | As of 11 April 1829,her married name was Thomas. |
| Death* | before 12 August 1852 | Sally Parks died before 12 August 1852 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 12 August 1852 | Sally was listed with her father in the census of 12 August 1852 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Charles Parks gave son Jacob Parks (Extr) plantation Parks Safeguard (112 1/2 ac). To heirs of sons Thomas and Charles, both dec'd. To daughter Arrabella Bradshaw. To heirs of dec'd daughters Polly Bradshaw, Sally Thomas, Brittannah Mister and Alisey Blake. To heirs of daughter Jemima Evans. Witt: Michael Webster, Hamilton J. Webster and Traves Daniel.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 54 (will of Charles Parks).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Aaron Thomas1
M, b. 29 December 1829
| Birth* | 29 December 1829 | Aaron was born on 29 December 1829 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 14 November 1844 | He married Alcey A. Thomas on 14 November 1844 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 28 June 1849 | Aaron was named in his father's will on 28 June 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Joshua Thomas gave to wife Charlotte, land on Little Deal's Island, bounded by Aaron Bradshaw. To son Aaron Thomas tract Piney Island. To son William Seymour Thomas, land. To sons Elisha (Extr), Lybrand & John. To daughter Hessy Webster. Witt: Wm. Daniel, Nathaniel Webster, Andrew Bereton and Thomas Bradshaw. His will was proved on 29 Nov 1853.4 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.5 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S1040] Rebecca F. Miller, Joshua Thomas, A Diamond in the Rough.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 57 (will of Joshua Thomas, wife Charlotte).
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Lybrand 'Laban' Thomas1
M, b. 26 December 1814
| Birth* | 26 December 1814 | Lybrand was born on 26 December 1814 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 28 June 1849 | Lybrand was named in his father's will on 28 June 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Joshua Thomas gave to wife Charlotte, land on Little Deal's Island, bounded by Aaron Bradshaw. To son Aaron Thomas tract Piney Island. To son William Seymour Thomas, land. To sons Elisha (Extr), Lybrand & John. To daughter Hessy Webster. Witt: Wm. Daniel, Nathaniel Webster, Andrew Bereton and Thomas Bradshaw. His will was proved on 29 Nov 1853.3 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Marriage* | 22 October 1850 | He married Mary G. Daniel on 22 October 1850.2 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S1040] Rebecca F. Miller, Joshua Thomas, A Diamond in the Rough.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 57 (will of Joshua Thomas, wife Charlotte).
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
(c|o Joshua) Thomas1
M, b. after 1825, d. circa 1827
| Biography* | | Joshua Thomas had a sweet little child that sickened and died. Joshua had to make the little coffin himself (Parson of the Islands, p. 226). |
| Birth* | after 1825 | (c|o was born after 1825 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | circa 1827 | (c|o died circa 1827 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
Julia Ann Thomas1
F, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Julia was born circa 1832 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Elisha Thomas Jr.1
M, b. circa 1836
| Birth* | circa 1836 | Elisha was born circa 1836 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 24 August 1858 | He married Ann M. Tyler, daughter of Josiah Tyler and Brittanna Bradshaw, on 24 August 1858 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
William Thomas1
M, b. circa 1838
| Birth* | circa 1838 | William was born circa 1838 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Ann M. Tyler1
F, b. circa 1840
| Birth* | circa 1840 | Ann was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Ann was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Tyler, age 10 in HH#1292, headed by Joseph Tyler Sr., a 35 year old sailor. This was probably the southern tip of Smith Island which was in Virginia..1 |
| Marriage* | 24 August 1858 | She married Elisha Thomas Jr., son of Elisha Thomas Sr. and Sally Parks, on 24 August 1858 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 24 August 1858 | As of 24 August 1858,her married name was Thomas. |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Richard Bradshaw II
M, b. June 1773, d. 4 April 1854
| Birth* | June 1773 | Richard was born in June 1773 at Smith Island, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1790 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Mister, daughter of Marmaduke Mister and Rachel (-----), circa 1790.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 14 June 1816 | Richard was named in his father's will on 14 June 1816 at Somerest Co, MD. In his will Richard Bratcher, wife Arrabeler, named sons Hamilton, Richard, Littleton & Jacob; granddaughters Polly Bratcher, Zeporia Evans, Lovey Evans; daughters Brittana Parks and Jemima Mason.1 |
| Death* | 4 April 1854 | He died on 4 April 1854 at Dorchester Co, MD, at age 80.2 |
| Burial* | | Richard was buried at Jacob Parks' Plot, Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD. According to the information associated with his findagrave.com tombstone information - He was the son of Richard and Arabella Tyler Bradshaw, husband of Elizabeth "Betsey" Mister Bradshaw, daughter of Marmaduke and Rachel Evans Mister and the father of: Charlotte who married Rev. Joshua Thomas, Rachel who married Benjamin Thomas, Ann who married 1) Alihu Evans 2) Jenkins Cannon, Eleanor "Ellen" who married Gabriel Parks, Solomon who married Mary M Russell, Dulcemia who married Walter Wesley Chesser, Haney who married Polly Bradshaw, Tyler who married Sydney Duncan, Sarah "Sally" who married William Price, Rhoda who married 1) Nathan Evans 2) William Craig, and Aaron who married 1) Mary Polly Parks 2) Arabella Parks Cox, sister of Mary Polly Parks.2 |
| Est settm't* | 20 August 1855 | His estate was settled on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Craig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.4 |
Citations
- [S2172] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book EB 23, 1800-1820, p. 62 (will of Richard Bratcher, wife Arrabeler).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149603729 for Richard Bradshaw.
- [S1040] Rebecca F. Miller, Joshua Thomas, A Diamond in the Rough.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 53478076 for Dulcenia Bradshaw Chesser.
Solomon H. (of Richard) Bradshaw (Bratcher)1,2
M, b. circa 1810, d. before 12 April 1864
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Solomon was born circa 1810 at Hopewell, Somerset Co, MD.4,5 |
| Marriage | 5 January 1838 | He married Mary M.R. Russell, daughter of Thomas (of Robt of Milby) Russell and Eleanor 'Elender' Evans, on 5 January 1838 at Baltimore, MD. They were shown as Solomon Bradshaw and Mary M.R. Russell.6 |
| Court - named in ord* | 30 June 1845 | Solomon H. (of Richard) Bradshaw (Bratcher) was named in a court order on 30 June 1845 at Somerset Co, MD. Solomon Bradshaw et al vs Josiah T. Russell is under 14 years of age. Solomon Bradshaw is appointed Commissioner, to sell at public auction to the highest bidder the two lots of land of which Thomas Russell died seized, one called by the name of Half Moon Island, in Co. of Accomac, containing 100 acres, more or less; the other containing 40 acres and adjoining the land of Shalmanezer Davis and others. That Solomon Bradshaw, Commissioner, shall execute a deed of special warranty and Solomon Bradshaw, Severn Tyler and Eleanor his wife, William Holland and Eleanor his wife and Lambert Howarth shall execute a deed of general warranty to the purchaser; that the infants Josiah T. Russell and Margaret Howarth shall join in the last mentioned deed when they became of full age.7 |
| Land sold* | 22 July 1845 | He sold land on 22 July 1845 at Somerset Co, MD. Solomon Bradshaw as Commissioner - Solomon Bradshaw and Mary, his wife in their own right; Severn Tyler and Eleanor, his wife; William Holland and Eleanor, his wife; Lambert Howarth; Josiah T. Russell; Margaret Howarth; all of the County of Somerset, State of Maryland, of the one part-and Richard Hickman of Co. of Accomack, VA of the other part. Recites that lands were offered for sale, and Richard Hickman became the purchaser by bidding $386.00. Lands are conveyed to Richard Hickman. All parties (including Margaret Howarth) except Josiah T. Russell, joined in the deed.8 |
| Census head* | 24 July 1850 | Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of 24 July 1850 at Brinkleys District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Solomon Bradshaw the head of HH#235, a 40 year old farmer with real estate valued at $300. Listed with him were the following Bradshaws: Mary, age 26; Elizabeth, age 12; Catharine, age 9; Solomon, age 8; and Magdalene, age 3. Also listed was Sarah Collins, age 78.4,9 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.10 |
| Will* | 29 January 1859 | Solomon made a will on 29 January 1859 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Solomon Bradshaw named Thomas Ward, wife Mary M. Bradshaw, Extr & residue of my land, mentioned unnamed children. Severn M. Tyler was named Extr. Witt: William Coulbourne of Isaac, George E. Holland and William J. Holland.11 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Solomon was living in 1860 at Annamessex, Som Co, MD.1 |
| Census head | 2 July 1860 | Solomon was listed as a head of household in the census of 2 July 1860 at Roachville P.O., Lawsons District, Somerset Co, MD. He was shown as Solomon Brashor the head of HH#853, a 50 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,500 and personal property valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Brashors: Mary, age 40; Elizabeth, age 22; Margaret, age 20; Solomon, age 17 and Margaret (Magdalene), age 12; Aaron, age 9; William, age 8; Luch, age 8 and C.C., age 4.12 |
| Death* | before 12 April 1864 | He died before 12 April 1864 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.11 |
Family
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Mary M.R. Russell b. c 1819, d. b 3 Mar 1891 |
| Marriage | 5 January 1838 | He married Mary M.R. Russell, daughter of Thomas (of Robt of Milby) Russell and Eleanor 'Elender' Evans, on 5 January 1838 at Baltimore, MD. They were shown as Solomon Bradshaw and Mary M.R. Russell.6 |
| Children | 1. | Mary Elizabeth A.E. Bradshaw4 b. 20 Oct 1837, d. 17 Nov 1888 |
| | 2. | Margaret Catharine Elizabeth Bradshaw+4 b. 15 Aug 1839, d. 19 Nov 1906 |
| | 3. | Solomon H. (of Solomon) Bradshaw4 b. 7 Mar 1842, d. 2 Apr 1929 |
| | 4. | Margaret Magdalene Bradshaw+4 b. 25 Jul 1845, d. 25 Jan 1904 |
| | 5. | Aaron Thomas (of Solomon) Bradshaw12 b. 14 Feb 1850, d. 19 Jul 1937 |
| | 6. | William E. (of Solomon) Bradshaw12 b. 22 Mar 1851, d. 7 Mar 1902 |
| | 7. | Lucy Amelia Bradshaw+12 b. c 1852 |
| | 8. | Columbus C. Bradshaw12 b. 13 Jun 1856, d. 22 Sep 1875 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Thomas Aaron Bradshaw in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149603729 for Richard Bradshaw.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S2384] Valerie Christine Lee Sprankle, to M.K. Miles.
- [S2238] FamilySearch.org, "Maryland, Marriages, 1666-1970," index, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:F4J4-J5G : accessed 6 April 2015), Solomon Bradshaw and Mary M. R. Russell, 05 Jan 1838; citing , Baltimore, Maryland, reference ; FHL microfilm 13,694.
- [S819] Mark C. Lewis, Mark C. Lewis Genealogy Research Files, Russell Family file citing Somerset Co, MD, Order Book 1842-1845, p. 663 (Solomon Bradshaw et al vs. Josiah T. Russell).
- [S2384] Valerie Christine Lee Sprankle, to M.K. Miles, citing Mark C. Lewis who cited Somerset Co, MD, Deeds 1849-1851, p. 353.
- [S2384] Valerie Christine Lee Sprankle, to M.K. Miles, citing 1850 Federal Census of Somerset Co, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
- [S2384] Valerie Christine Lee Sprankle, to M.K. Miles, citing will of Solomon Bradshaw & Deed Liber HFL 1, folio 378.
- [S2384] Valerie Christine Lee Sprankle, to M.K. Miles, citing 1860 Federal Census of Somerset Co, MD.
Haney or 'Harry' Bradshaw1,2,3
M, b. circa 1805
| Birth* | circa 1805 | Haney was born circa 1805 at Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1830 | He married Polly Parks, daughter of Charles Parks and Britannia Bradshaw, circa 1830.4,5 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.4 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | Haney or 'Harry' Bradshaw was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.3 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Haney was living in 1860 at Smith Island, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S2557] Cynthia Ringgold Johnson with help of Aaron Horner of the Nabb Center at Salisbury University, to M.K. Miles.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
Tyler (of Richard) Bradshaw1
M, b. circa 1820
| Birth* | circa 1820 | Tyler was born circa 1820 at Somerset Co, MD. |
| Marriage* | 14 February 1843 | He married Sidney Duncan on 14 February 1843 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | Tyler (of Richard) Bradshaw was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.4 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Tyler was living in 1860 at Holland's Island, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149603729 for Richard Bradshaw.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
Sarah 'Sally' Bradshaw1
F, b. circa 1796
| Birth* | circa 1796 | Sarah was born circa 1796 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | She married William Price circa 1820.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1820 | As of circa 1820,her married name was Price. |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | Sarah 'Sally' Bradshaw was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.3 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149603729 for Richard Bradshaw.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
Polly Parks1
F, b. circa 1813, d. before 12 August 1852
| Birth* | circa 1813 | Polly was born circa 1813 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1830 | She married Haney or 'Harry' Bradshaw, son of Richard Bradshaw II and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Mister, circa 1830.2,3 |
| Married Name | circa 1830 | As of circa 1830,her married name was Bradshaw. |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Death* | before 12 August 1852 | Polly Parks died before 12 August 1852 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 August 1852 | Polly was named in her father's will on 12 August 1852 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Charles Parks gave son Jacob Parks (Extr) plantation Parks Safeguard (112 1/2 ac). To heirs of sons Thomas and Charles, both dec'd. To daughter Arrabella Bradshaw. To heirs of dec'd daughters Polly Bradshaw, Sally Thomas, Brittannah Mister and Alisey Blake. To heirs of daughter Jemima Evans. Witt: Michael Webster, Hamilton J. Webster and Traves Daniel.1 |
Citations
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 54 (will of Charles Parks).
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S1682] Husband's Tombstone.
Margaret Bradshaw1
F, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Margaret was born circa 1832.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Aaron (of Henry) Bradshaw1
M, b. circa 1846
| Birth* | circa 1846 | Aaron was born circa 1846.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Sidney Duncan
F, b. circa 1820
| Birth* | circa 1820 | Sidney was born circa 1820. |
| Marriage* | 14 February 1843 | She married Tyler (of Richard) Bradshaw, son of Richard Bradshaw II and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Mister, on 14 February 1843 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | 14 February 1843 | As of 14 February 1843,her married name was Bradshaw. |
| Est Settm't F-in-law* | 20 August 1855 | Sidney Duncan was named in the settlement of her father-in-law's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.2 |
Citations
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
William Price
M, b. circa 1800
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
Aaron (of Richard) Bradshaw1
M, b. 1797, d. 8 February 1850
| Birth* | 1797 | Aaron was born in 1797 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Marriage* | 7 August 1821 | He married Mary 'Polly' Parks, daughter of Charles Parks and Britannia Bradshaw, on 7 August 1821 at Accomack Co, VA. George Blake was security on the M.L.B. of Aaron Bratcher and Mary Parks of Chas.3,4 |
| Marriage* | 1 June 1833 | Aaron (of Richard) Bradshaw married Arrabella Parks, daughter of Charles Parks and Britannia Bradshaw, on 1 June 1833 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Aaron Bradshaw and Arabella Cox.5,3 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 28 June 1849 | Aaron was mentioned in a will on 28 June 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Joshua Thomas gave to wife Charlotte, land on Little Deal's Island, bounded by Aaron Bradshaw. To son Aaron Thomas tract Piney Island. To son William Seymour Thomas, land. To sons Elisha (Extr), Lybrand & John. To daughter Hessy Webster. Witt: Wm. Daniel, Nathaniel Webster, Andrew Bereton and Thomas Bradshaw. His will was proved on 29 Nov 1853.6 |
| Will* | 11 September 1849 | Aaron made a will on 11 September 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Aaron Bradshaw gave his wife (unnamed) 1/3. To sons Thomas (Extr) and Caleb (under age) plantation called Little Deals Island (13 ac) bounded by Joshua Thomas (dec'd), vessell called Lively Dove, 1/2 of scow owned by me and William Price. To daughter Elizabeth Thomas, son-in-law Elisha Thomas (Extr). To neice Jane Thomas. To Charlotte Thomas, wife of Joshua. To Rachel Thomas, Dulcina Chesser, Nelly Parks and Rhoda Creig. Witt: Jacob Parks, William S. Thomas & William Daniel.7 |
| Death* | 8 February 1850 | Aaron died on 8 February 1850 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Will - Recorded* | 26 February 1850 | Aaron's will was recorded on 26 February 1850 at Somerset Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.7 |
| Burial* | | Aaron was buried at Jacob Parks' Plot, Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD. His tombstone shows him as Aaron Bradshaw, 1797 - 8 Febr 1850.3 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 20 August 1855 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.8 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S2557] Cynthia Ringgold Johnson with help of Aaron Horner of the Nabb Center at Salisbury University, to M.K. Miles.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149604489 for Aaron Bradshaw.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 57 (will of Joshua Thomas, wife Charlotte).
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 44 (will of Aaron Bradshaw, wife unnamed).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Someset Co, MD.
Caleb Bradshaw1
M, b. 6 November 1829, d. 24 February 1854
| Birth* | 6 November 1829 | Caleb was born on 6 November 1829 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 11 September 1849 | Caleb was named in his father's will on 11 September 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Aaron Bradshaw gave his wife (unnamed) 1/3. To sons Thomas (Extr) and Caleb (under age) plantation called Little Deals Island (13 ac) bounded by Joshua Thomas (dec'd), vessell called Lively Dove, 1/2 of scow owned by me and William Price. To daughter Elizabeth Thomas, son-in-law Elisha Thomas (Extr). To neice Jane Thomas. To Charlotte Thomas, wife of Joshua. To Rachel Thomas, Dulcina Chesser, Nelly Parks and Rhoda Creig. Witt: Jacob Parks, William S. Thomas & William Daniel. The will was recorded on 26 Feb 1850.4 |
| Census w/brother* | 11 October 1850 | Caleb was listed with his brother in the census of 11 October 1850 at Dames Quarter, Somerset Co, MD. HH#1641 was headed by Thomas Bradshaw, a 22 year old mariner, with real estate valued at $1,500. Listed with him were Isabella Bradshaw, age 50; Caleb Bradshaw, a 21 year old mariner; Jane Thomas, age 20; Benjamin Thomas, age 60; Rachael Thomas, age 53 and the following blacks: Dennis Elsey, age 16; Teagle Elsey, age 21; Elizabeth Travers, age 16 and Mary Travers, age 0.5 |
| Death* | 24 February 1854 | He died on 24 February 1854 at Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD, at age 24.3 |
| Burial* | | Caleb was buried at Jacob Parks' Plot, Deal Island, Somerset Co, MD. His tombstone shows him as Caleb Bradshaw, who died Febr'y 24, 1854, aged: 26y 3m 18d.3 |
Citations
- [S372] Rev. Adam Wallace, Wallace, Parson of the Islands.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 149604489 for Aaron Bradshaw.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 150010350 for Caleb Bradshaw.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 44 (will of Aaron Bradshaw, wife unnamed).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Someset Co, MD.
Kessiah Thomas1
F, b. circa 1824
| Birth* | circa 1824 | Kessiah was born circa 1824.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Brinkleys Dist, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Henry Thomas1
M, b. circa 1827
| Employment* | | Henry was employed at Farmer as a Farmer. Farmer. |
| Birth* | circa 1827 | Henry was born circa 1827.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Brinkleys Dist, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Noah Thomas1
M, b. circa 1830
| Employment* | | Noah was employed at Oysterman as a Oysterman. Oysterman. |
| Birth* | circa 1830 | Noah was born circa 1830.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Brinkleys Dist, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
John Thomas1
M, b. circa 1835
| Birth* | circa 1835 | John was born circa 1835.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Brinkleys Dist, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
George Thomas1
M, b. circa 1839
| Birth* | circa 1839 | George was born circa 1839.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Brinkleys Dist, Som Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Alcey A. Thomas1
F, b. circa 1826
Citations
- [S1526] Joanne Grissette.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Catherine S. Thomas1
F, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | Catherine was born circa 1845 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 31 January 1861 | She married John Wesley Tyler, son of John H. Tyler and Anna Maria Price, on 31 January 1861 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Married Name | 31 January 1861 | As of 31 January 1861,her married name was Tyler. |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Elizabeth Bradshaw1
F, b. circa 1822
| Birth* | circa 1822 | Elizabeth was born circa 1822 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 1 June 1840 | She married Elisha Thomas Sr., son of Rev. Joshua Thomas (Parson of the Islands) and Rachel Evans, on 1 June 1840 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Married Name | 1 June 1840 | As of 1 June 1840,her married name was Thomas. |
| Will - Father's* | 11 September 1849 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 11 September 1849 at Somerset Co, MD. In his will Aaron Bradshaw gave his wife (unnamed) 1/3. To sons Thomas (Extr) and Caleb (under age) plantation called Little Deals Island (13 ac) bounded by Joshua Thomas (dec'd), vessell called Lively Dove, 1/2 of scow owned by me and William Price. To daughter Elizabeth Thomas, son-in-law Elisha Thomas (Extr). To neice Jane Thomas. To Charlotte Thomas, wife of Joshua. To Rachel Thomas, Dulcina Chesser, Nelly Parks and Rhoda Creig. Witt: Jacob Parks, William S. Thomas & William Daniel. The will was recorded on 26 Feb 1850.2 |
| Est Settm't GrFath* | 20 August 1855 | She was named in the settlement of her grandfather's estate on 20 August 1855 at Dorchester Co, MD. Dorchester Co, MD, Tyler Bradshaw Extr of Richard Bradshaw, late of Dorchester County, dec'd. Date of Letters (of Administration) 13 Apr 1854, Cain Wingah and William H. Allen sureties on the bond of $1,500. Balance of your final account rendered 14 July 1855 of $597.87. Distribution as follows: Deceased's grandson Abihue Evans $100.00 cash; Sindey, wife of Tyler Bradshaw, one cow & calf worth $12.00; Ann Cannon one cow & calf appraised at $11.50; William T. Bradshaw, one yearling appraised at $3.00 for a total of $126.50; Which leaves a residue of $471.37 which was distributed to the following: Deceased's daughter Charlott Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rachel Thomas (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ann Cannon (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Ellen Parks (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Solomon Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Dulcined Chesser (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Harry Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's son Tyler Bradshaw (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Sarah Price (1/11) $42.85; Deceased's daughter Rhoda Graig (1/11) $42.85; Heirs of Aaron Bradshaw dec'd, to wit: Thomas Bradshaw & Elizabeth Thomas (1/11) $42.85 which is $21.42 each. Distribution made 20 Aug 1855.4 |
Citations
- [S1526] Joanne Grissette.
- [S2233] Ruth T. Dryden, Somerset County, MD, Will Book JP 5, 1837-1859, p. 44 (will of Aaron Bradshaw, wife unnamed).
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Final accounting Will Of Richard Bradshaw probated 1855 Dorchester Co, MD. All children named in will. Only child deceased at the time was Aaron, his portion left to his surviving children, Thomas and Elizabeth. imninny originally shared this on 11 Jun 2015.
Elizabeth Moore1
F, b. circa 1822
| Birth* | circa 1822 | Elizabeth was born circa 1822.2 |
| Marriage* | 22 February 1842 | She married Elisha Thomas Sr., son of Rev. Joshua Thomas (Parson of the Islands) and Rachel Evans, on 22 February 1842 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Married Name | 22 February 1842 | As of 22 February 1842,her married name was Thomas. |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S1526] Joanne Grissette.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [S564] Roy C. Pollitt, Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1796-1871.
Seebourn Thomas1
M, b. circa 1841
| Birth* | circa 1841 | Seebourn was born circa 1841 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Ann Thomas1
F, b. circa 1844
| Birth* | circa 1844 | Ann was born circa 1844 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Joshua Thomas1
M, b. circa 1846
| Birth* | circa 1846 | Joshua was born circa 1846 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Mary Thomas1
F, b. circa 1849
| Birth* | circa 1849 | Mary was born circa 1849 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1850 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1850 at Dames Qtr Dist, Somerset Co, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
Mary D. Smith
F, b. circa 1876
| Birth* | circa 1876 | Mary was born circa 1876 at Belinda, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 13 January 1897 | She married John H. Melson, son of George T. Melson and Sally Moore, on 13 January 1897 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Melson, a 25 year old waterman, the son of George T. Melson (no wife shown) and she was shown as Mary D. Smith, age 21, the daughter of Henry & Mary Smith. Miss Mary D. Smith and Mr. John H. Melson, both of Belinda, were married on the evening of Wednesday, 13 Jan 1897 by Rev. E.F. Garner, Pastor of Sanford Church (Pen. Ent., 23 Jan 1897)..2,1 |
| Married Name | 13 January 1897 | As of 13 January 1897,her married name was Melson. |
| Was Living | 1897 | Mary was living in 1897 at Belinda, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Marriage.
- [S1527] Marriage.
John H. Melson
M, b. circa 1872
| Birth* | circa 1872 | John was born circa 1872 at Belinda, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 13 January 1897 | He married Mary D. Smith, daughter of Henry Smith (Woods) and Mary Jane Benston, on 13 January 1897 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Melson, a 25 year old waterman, the son of George T. Melson (no wife shown) and she was shown as Mary D. Smith, age 21, the daughter of Henry & Mary Smith. Miss Mary D. Smith and Mr. John H. Melson, both of Belinda, were married on the evening of Wednesday, 13 Jan 1897 by Rev. E.F. Garner, Pastor of Sanford Church (Pen. Ent., 23 Jan 1897)..2,1 |
Citations
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Marriage.
Malissa A. Crockett1
F, b. 1879, d. 1953
| Biography* | | Miss Malissa Crockett and Mr. Thelbert W. Evans were married on 14 Feb 1897 at Tangier Island by Rev. Chas. P. Swain (Pen. Ent., 27 Feb 1897). |
| Birth* | 1879 | Malissa was born in 1879.2 |
| Marriage* | 14 February 1897 | She married William Thelbert Evans, son of John H. Evans and Triphenia E. 'Triffie' Pruitt, on 14 February 1897 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Married Name | 14 February 1897 | As of 14 February 1897,her married name was Evans. |
| Was Living | 1897 | Malissa was living in 1897 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Death* | 1953 | Malissa died in 1953.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S384] Gail M. Walczyk, A Family History, Willie C. Crockett II, Onancock, VA.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Marriage.
- [S1527] Marriage.
William Thelbert Evans1
M, b. 1877, d. 1955
Citations
- [S384] Gail M. Walczyk, A Family History, Willie C. Crockett II, Onancock, VA.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Marriage.
Samuel Matthews1
M, b. circa 1860
| Birth* | circa 1860 | Samuel was born circa 1860. |
| Was Living | 1897 | Samuel was living in 1897 at Somerset Co, MD. Mr. Samuel Matthews of Somerset County, MD, has bought a location on Sykes Island and is making preparations to build a dwelling theron. He proposes to enter largely into the oyster business (Pen. Ent., 1 May 1897)..2 |
Citations
- [S1527] Marriage.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Article.
William H. Matthews Jr.
M, b. 20 March 1862, d. 7 May 1937
| Birth* | 20 March 1862 | William was born on 20 March 1862 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Marion P.O., Brinkleys District, Som Co, MD. He was shown as William H. Matthews, age 7 in HH#192 headed by William H. Matthews, a 37 year old farmer.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 July 1893 | He married Matilda Frances Bell, daughter of Frank A. Bell and Mary (-----), on 27 July 1893 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Census head* | 1900 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William W. Matthews the head of HH#474, a 38 year old oyster planter, born Mar 1862. Listed with him were the following Matthews: Matilda F., a 27 year old wife, born Mar 1875; William F., a 6 year old son, born Oct 1893; Mary R., a 4 year old daughter; born Feb 1896; and Alonza E., an 11 month old son, born in July 1899. All were shown as born in Virginia.4 |
| Census | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 7 May 1937 | William died on 7 May 1937 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA, at age 75. Mr. William H. Matthews, an oyster dealer of Saxis, died on 7 May 1937 at home, aged 75 years. The funeral was 9 May 1937 conducted by Rev. J. Yancey Fincher and Wilmer. Burial was in the St. Paul Cemetery, Marion, MD. He was a member of the Saxis Baptist Church. He was survived by 2 daughters, 1 son, 3 sisters, 1 brother, 2 half-brothers, 1 half-sister, who were listed, and 7 grandchildren who were not listed (E.S. News, 14 May 1937). The daughters were Mrs. Herman Landon and Mrs. Wm. Franklin of Crisfield (this would have been Mary R. and Grace P., but which daughter married which man?).6 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at St. Paul Ch Cem, Marion, Somerset Co, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S593] Comp Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Somerset County, Maryland.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, Obituary.
Matilda Frances Bell1
F, b. circa 1875, d. 24 April 1930
| Biography* | | Saxis - Mrs. Mattioa F. Matthews died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Herman Landing, at Crisfield, Thursday, 24 Apr 1930, age 55 years (E.S. News, 5 May 1955 - 25 Years Ago). |
| Birth* | circa 1875 | Matilda was born circa 1875 at Somerset Co, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | 27 July 1893 | She married William H. Matthews Jr., son of William H. Matthews Sr. and Mary Anne Briddell, on 27 July 1893 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Married Name | 27 July 1893 | As of 27 July 1893,her married name was Matthews. |
| Census* | 1900 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census | 1910 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Was Living | 1918 | Matilda was living in 1918 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 24 April 1930 | Matilda died on 24 April 1930 at Crisfield, Som Co, MD.6 |
Citations
- [S1527] Marriage.
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, Article.
William Francis Matthews1
M, b. circa 1893
| Birth* | circa 1893 | William was born circa 1893 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1900 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 21 July 1917 | William was living on 21 July 1917 at Saxis, Acc Co, VA, (Army Registration).3 |
| Census | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Army Registration.
Mary R. Matthews1
F, b. circa 1896
| Birth* | circa 1896 | Mary was born circa 1896 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Census* | 1900 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1910 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Alonzo E. Matthews1
M, b. July 1899
| Birth* | July 1899 | Alonzo was born in July 1899 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1900 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Grace P. Matthews1
F, b. circa 1901
| Birth* | circa 1901 | Grace was born circa 1901 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1910 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Luther E. Matthews1
M, b. 24 July 1904, d. October 1969
| Birth* | 24 July 1904 | Luther was born on 24 July 1904 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1910 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Was Living | 16 February 1942 | Luther was living on 16 February 1942 at Select. Service.4 |
| Death* | October 1969 | He died in October 1969 at age 65.2 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Social Security Death Index.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Selective Service.
Charles Webster1
M, b. circa 1897
| Birth* | circa 1897 | Charles was born circa 1897 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1900 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Daisy May Shaw1
F, b. 21 December 1892, d. 17 September 1978
| Birth* | 21 December 1892 | Daisy was born on 21 December 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.3,1 |
| Census* | 1900 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 20 April 1910 | Daisy was listed with her parents in the census of 20 April 1910 at Sugar Hill Road, Sanford, Accomack Co, VA. HH#177 was headed by John Shaw, a 43 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Shaws: Sallie, a 38 year old wife; Daisy, a 20 year old daughter; John, an 18 year old son; Elwood, a 14 year old son; Orris, a 12 year old son; Carrie, a 10 year old daughter; Willis, an 8 year old son; Bessie, a 4 year old daughter; and Ottis, a 9/12 year old son.4 |
| Married Name | circa 1910 | As of circa 1910,her married name was Wilson. |
| Marriage* | circa 1910 | She married John Henry Wilson, son of George R. Wilson and Mary 'Pollie' Elizabeth Elliott, circa 1910.5 |
| Census w/husband* | 1920 | Daisy was listed with her husband in the census of 1920 at Capeville District, Northampton Co, VA. The HH was headed by John Wilson, a 29 year of laborer working for the rail road. Listed with him was Daisey Wilson, a 29 year old wife; Woodrow Wilson, a 9 year old son; Linwood Wilson, a 6 year old son; Earl Wilson, a 5 year old son and William Wilson, a 2 year old son.6 |
| Obituary - Sister's* | 15 August 1959 | She was named in her sister's obituary on 15 August 1959 at Greenbackville, Accomack Co, VA. Mrs. Mattie L. Brittingham, age 70, died Saturday in the Peninsula General Hospital, following a brief illness. Born in Saxis, Va., she was the daughter of the late John and Sally Shaw. She had lived in Greenbackville for about 18 years. She is survived by her husband, Norman M. Brittingham, Greenbackville; a daughter, Mrs. James Crowley, Salisbury; two sons, William E. Brittingham, Philadelphia, and Claton M. Brittingham, Greenbackville; ten grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Daisy Wilson, Exmore, Mrs. Clayton Bennett and Mrs. James Bowden, both of Chester, Pa; and five brothers, Elwood, John, and Willis Shaw, all of Cape Charles and Orris and Otho Shaw, both of Chester, Pa. Funeral services were to be held today at 2 p.m. in the Dennis and Watson Funeral Home, Pocomoke City, with the Elder Robert L. Kirk, pastor of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, of which Mrs. Brittingham was a member, officiating. Interment will be in Portersville Methodist Cemetery, Stockton.7 |
| Death* | 17 September 1978 | She died on 17 September 1978 at New Point, Matthews Co, VA, at age 85. She was shown as Daisy May Wilson, age 86, born 21 Dec 1891 & died 17 Sep 1978, at New Point, Matthews Co, VA, the daughter of John W. Shaw & Sally A. White and the spouse of John H. Wilson.1,2 |
| Burial* | | Daisy was buried at Cape Charles Cemetery, Northampton Co, VA.8 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/36207988/…
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Daisy May Wilson in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S2501] Shirley Ann (Wilson) Belford, to M.K. Miles.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Northampton Co, VA.
- [S69] Daily Times, Salisbury, MD, Monday Evening, August 17, 1959 (death of Mrs. N.M. Brittingham) (provided by Stacia Childers).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/94442874/daisy-m-wilson
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Glenwood Wilson in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/36207988/…
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/36207988/…
Marion A. Sterling
F, b. circa 1885
| Birth* | circa 1885 | Marion was born circa 1885 at Somerset Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 15 January 1902 | She married Webster W. White, son of Mary A.W. White, on 15 January 1902 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown only as Webster White, age 18 and Marion A. Sterling, age 16. No other information was given..2,3 |
| Married Name | 15 January 1902 | As of 15 January 1902,her married name was White. |
| Census w/husband* | 1910 | Marion was listed with her husband in the census of in 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marion A. White, a 25 year old wife in HH#69 headed by Webster W. White, a 28 year old oysterman..1 |
| Census w/husband | 1920 | Marion was listed with her husband in the census of 1920 at Asbury Road, Asbury, Somerset Co, MD. The HH was headed by Web W. White, a 39 year old laborer in the Sea Food industry, born in VA. Listed with him were the following Whites: Marion A., a 35 year old wife; Perston, a 15 year old son; Mary D., a 13 year old daughter; and Vira May, a 12 year old daughter.4 |
| Divorce* | before 1930 | She and Webster W. White were divorced before 1930 at Asbury, Somerset Co, MD.5 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S46] Somerset Co, MD, Marriage Licenses, 1886-1906.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Isaac Preston White1,2
M, b. circa 1904
| Birth* | circa 1904 | Isaac was born circa 1904 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1910 | Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac P. White, a 6 year old son in HH#69 headed by Webster W. White, a 28 year old oysterman..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1920 | Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1920 at Asbury Road, Asbury, Somerset Co, MD. The HH was headed by Web W. White, a 39 year old laborer in the Sea Food industry, born in VA. Listed with him were the following Whites: Marion A., a 35 year old wife; Perston, a 15 year old son; Mary D., a 13 year old daughter; and Vira May, a 12 year old daughter.3 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Webster W. White in the U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Mary D. White1
F, b. circa 1906
| Birth* | circa 1906 | Mary was born circa 1906 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1910 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary D. White, a 4 year old daughter in HH#69 headed by Webster W. White, a 28 year old oysterman..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1920 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1920 at Asbury Road, Asbury, Somerset Co, MD. The HH was headed by Web W. White, a 39 year old laborer in the Sea Food industry, born in VA. Listed with him were the following Whites: Marion A., a 35 year old wife; Perston, a 15 year old son; Mary D., a 13 year old daughter; and Vira May, a 12 year old daughter.2 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Vera M. White1
F, b. circa 1910
| Census w/parents* | 1910 | Vera was listed with her parents in the census of 1910 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Vera M. White, a 3 month old daughter in HH#69 headed by Webster W. White, a 28 year old oysterman..1 |
| Birth* | circa 1910 | Vera was born circa 1910 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents | 1920 | Vera was listed with her parents in the census of 1920 at Asbury Road, Asbury, Somerset Co, MD. The HH was headed by Web W. White, a 39 year old laborer in the Sea Food industry, born in VA. Listed with him were the following Whites: Marion A., a 35 year old wife; Perston, a 15 year old son; Mary D., a 13 year old daughter; and Vira May, a 12 year old daughter.2 |
Citations
- [S39] 1910 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1920 Federal Census, Somerset Co, MD.
Serena Knight1
F, b. circa 1859
| Birth* | circa 1859 | Serena was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Serena was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Serena Knight, age 7/12 in HH#345 headed by Henry Night, a 27 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $40..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Clarence G. Riggin1
M, b. circa 1894
| Birth* | circa 1894 | Clarence was born circa 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Clarence was listed with his parents in the census of 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Eula Riggin1
F, b. circa 1899
| Birth* | circa 1899 | Eula was born circa 1899 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Eula was listed with her parents in the census of 1900 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
(-----) Turlington
M, b. circa 1860
May Turlington1
F, b. August 1888
| Birth* | August 1888 | May was born in August 1888 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Biography* | | May Turlington, aged 11 and a granddaughter, was in the 1900 Saxis HH#419 of Alfred and Kissiah Wessells. In 1910, aged 21 and single and a niece, she was in the Saxis HH#35 of Charles H. Lewis and his wife Lottie (Wessells). Based on these two listing, it is assumed that she was the daughter of Alfred Wessells' daughter, Sally, who evidently married a Turlington and died young. |
| Census w/grdfather* | 23 June 1900 | May was listed with her grandfather in the census of 23 June 1900 at Saxis, Accomack Co, VA. HH#419 was headed by Kessia Wessells, a 64 year old oysterman, born Jan 1836. Listed with him were Alice Wessells, a 64 year old wife, born May 1836, who had given birth to 5 children & 4 were living; and May Turlington, an 11 year old granddaughter, born Aug 1888. (NOTE: The first two members of the HH's given names were reversed and should have been Alfred and Kessia instead of Kessia & Alice. The dec'd 5th child was evidently Sally who had married a Turlington and it was her daughter May who was shown as an 11 year old granddaughter.)2 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1910 | May was listed with her uncle in the census of 1910 at Saxis, Accomack Co, VA. HH#35 was headed by Charles H. Lewis, a 56 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Lottie P. Lewis, a 51 year old wife; Norman J. Lewis, a 19 year old son; Gordon C. Lewis, a 15 year old son; and May Turlington, a 21 year old niece.3 |
Citations
- [S32] 1900 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Meshack F. Fisher1
M, b. 1811, d. 15 January 1872
| Birth* | 1811 | Meshack was born in 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 7 May 1833 | He married Rachel B. Northam, daughter of Southy (of Wm of Southy) Northam and Naomi 'Neomy' or 'Amy' Byrd, on 7 May 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward C. Northam and John W. Bird were the securities on the M.L.B. of Meshack Fisher and Rachel B. Northam of Southy..4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Meshack was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Meshack Fisher the head of HH#973, age 39 and a farmer with real estate valued at $900. The following Fishers were listed with him: Rachel, age 27; John D.C., age 16; Harriet J., age 13; Samuel B., age 11; Mary A., age 8; and Sarah J., age 3..2 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 15 January 1872 | Meshack died on 15 January 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. He died in the 1st District of pleurisy at the age of 62 years. He was the child of Fairfax and Eliz Fisher, born in Acc Co. He was a farmer. His son John gave the information. His wife's obituary indicated he died 21 Jan 1873..1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Meshack Fisher, 1811 - 21 Jan 1873..3 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [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.
- [S67] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1832-1841.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Rachel B. Northam1
F, b. 12 September 1813, d. 27 September 1897
| Birth* | 12 September 1813 | Rachel was born on 12 September 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 7 May 1833 | She married Meshack F. Fisher, son of Fairfax John Throughgood Fisher and Elizabeth (-----), on 7 May 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Edward C. Northam and John W. Bird were the securities on the M.L.B. of Meshack Fisher and Rachel B. Northam of Southy..1 |
| Married Name | 7 May 1833 | As of 7 May 1833,her married name was Fisher. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Rachel was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Northam, age 27 in HH#973 headed by Meshack Fisher, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900..3 |
| Will - Sister's* | June 1891 | Rachel was named in her sister's will in June 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Elitha Ann Byrd gave to John R. Duncan that part of the farm on which I now live which formerly belonged to my late husband Benjamin T. W. Byrd as lies on the east side of the road, and the part of the farm on the west side of the road, with all buildings, to my niece Sarah Fisher, provided that they each pay to James A. Hall ½ of a bond I owe him, in the amount of $700, and that each of them pay to the trustees of the Old School Baptist Church of Messongo the sum of $25. To Sarah Fisher… To my sister Rachel Fisher… To my sister Critty Duncan… To Rachel Burton, wife of Stewart Burton… To nephew Meshack Duncan… To Eveline Davis, wife of Alfred Davis… To Elizabeth Kelly… Exec. William S. Byrd of Jacob. Jun 1891. Wit: Samuel A. Godwin, William T. Byrd. Proved 8 Jul 1892. William T. Byrd relinquished. Admin to Samuel A. Godwin. Sureties Marcellas F. Godwin, William T. Byrd.4 |
| Death* | 27 September 1897 | Rachel died on 27 September 1897 at Messongo Bridge, Acc Co, VA, at age 84. Mrs. Rachel Fisher, relict of Meshack Fisher, died at her home near Messongo Bridge, Monday, 27 Sep 1897, aged 84 years. Funeral services were at Bethel Baptist Church and interment in the cemetery there. She was survived by 2 sons, John and Samuel B. and 3 daughters: Mrs. Thomas Groton, Mrs. Elbridge Ross, and Miss Sarah Fisher..5 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S67] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1832-1841.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S839] Elizabeth Smith, Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1861-1901, p. 64 (will of Elitha Ann Byrd).
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Issue of 2 Oct 1897 (obituary of Rachel Fisher).
(1h|o E.P. Broadwater) (-----)
M, b. circa 1880
Samuel B. Fisher1,2
M, b. 1839, d. 15 January 1913
| Birth* | 1839 | Samuel was born in 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Samuel was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel B. Fisher, age 11 in HH#973 headed by Meshack Fisher, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Marriage* | 8 December 1869 | He married Mary J. Trader, daughter of Mary Trader, on 8 December 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Mary Trader, age 18, the daughter of Mary Trader. They were married by J.E. Bundick..2 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1875 | He married Rachel J. Chesser, daughter of James (of James) Chesser and Margaret Jane (-----), on 28 December 1875 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Rachel Chesser, age 22, the daughter of James & Jane Chesser. They were married near Conquest Chapel by Montcalm Oldham..2 |
| Was Living | 1897 | Samuel was living in 1897.5 |
| Death* | 15 January 1913 | Samuel died on 15 January 1913.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Family 1
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Mary J. Trader b. Jul 1851 |
| Marriage* | 8 December 1869 | He married Mary J. Trader, daughter of Mary Trader, on 8 December 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Mary Trader, age 18, the daughter of Mary Trader. They were married by J.E. Bundick..2 |
Family 2
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Rachel J. Chesser b. 1852, d. 16 Nov 1913 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1875 | He married Rachel J. Chesser, daughter of James (of James) Chesser and Margaret Jane (-----), on 28 December 1875 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Rachel Chesser, age 22, the daughter of James & Jane Chesser. They were married near Conquest Chapel by Montcalm Oldham..2 |
| Children | 1. | Annie L. Fisher b. 21 Jun 1877, d. 22 Jul 1932 |
| | 2. | Rachel Jane Fisher6 b. 4 Aug 1879, d. 21 Mar 1953 |
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.
- [S1527] Marriage.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, William L. Lewis & Rachel J. Fisher in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
Mary A. Fisher1
F, b. circa 1842
| Birth* | circa 1842 | Mary was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Fisher, age 8 in HH#973 headed by Meshack Fisher, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 30 December 1862 | She married John W.H. Nock, son of John W. Nock and Mary Ann Winder, on 30 December 1862 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as John W.H. Nock and she as Mary A. Fisher. No other information was given..3 |
| Married Name | 30 December 1862 | As of 30 December 1862,her married name was Nock. |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Sarah J. Fisher1
F, b. 7 August 1846, d. 2 March 1929
| Birth* | 7 August 1846 | Sarah was born on 7 August 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.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 J. Fisher, age 3 in HH#973 headed by Meshack Fisher, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900..1 |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Was Living | 1897 | Sarah was living in 1897.4 |
| Death* | 2 March 1929 | Sarah died on 2 March 1929 at age 82.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.5,6 |
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.
- [S1527] Marriage.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 585 (will of William Wessells).
- [S946] Mr. Myers Fisher, to M.K. Miles.
Burnetta Ann Fisher1
F, b. circa 1852
| Birth* | circa 1852 | Burnetta was born circa 1852 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 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Rachel J. Chesser1
F, b. 1852, d. 16 November 1913
| Birth* | 1852 | Rachel was born in 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Rachel was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1163 was headed by Jas. Chesser, a 35 year old day laborer with personal property valued at $50. Listed with him were Jane Chesser, age 30; Ellen Chesser, age 9; Rachael Chesser, age 6; Ann (Puss) Chesser, age 1 and Oliver L. Taylor, a 25 year old oysterman.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Rachel was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Atlantic Distirct, Accomack Co, VA. HH#59 was headed by James Chesser, a 40 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $25. Listed with him were the following Chessers: Jane, a 30 year old house keeper; Rachel, a 17 year old seamstress; and Frances, age 12 and at school.4 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1875 | She married Samuel B. Fisher, son of Meshack F. Fisher and Rachel B. Northam, on 28 December 1875 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Rachel Chesser, age 22, the daughter of James & Jane Chesser. They were married near Conquest Chapel by Montcalm Oldham..1 |
| Married Name | 28 December 1875 | As of 28 December 1875,her married name was Fisher. |
| Death* | 16 November 1913 | Rachel died on 16 November 1913.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Bethel Bapt Ch Cem, Mears, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Family
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Samuel B. Fisher b. 1839, d. 15 Jan 1913 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1875 | She married Samuel B. Fisher, son of Meshack F. Fisher and Rachel B. Northam, on 28 December 1875 at Conquest Chapel, Hallwood, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Fisher, a 30 year old laborer, the son of Meshack & Rachel Fisher and she was shown as Rachel Chesser, age 22, the daughter of James & Jane Chesser. They were married near Conquest Chapel by Montcalm Oldham..1 |
| Children | 1. | Annie L. Fisher b. 21 Jun 1877, d. 22 Jul 1932 |
| | 2. | Rachel Jane Fisher5 b. 4 Aug 1879, d. 21 Mar 1953 |
Citations
- [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.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, William L. Lewis & Rachel J. Fisher in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
Harriet J. Fisher1
F, b. 18 February 1837, d. 13 August 1915
| Birth* | 18 February 1837 | Harriet was born on 18 February 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Harriet was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet J. Fisher, age 13 in HH#973 headed by Meshack Fisher, a 39 year old farmer with real estate valued at $900..3 |
| Marriage* | 11 January 1856 | She married Thomas Groten on 11 January 1856 at Worcester Co, MD. According to their family Bible, they were married on 28 Jan 1856..4,2 |
| Married Name | 11 January 1856 | As of 11 January 1856,her married name was Groten. |
| Obituary - Mother's* | 2 October 1897 | Harriet was named in her mother's obituary on 2 October 1897 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a duagher, Mrs. Thomas Groton..5 |
| Death* | 13 August 1915 | Harriet died on 13 August 1915 at age 78.2 |
Citations
- [S1527] Marriage.
- [S715] Thomas & Harriet Groton Family Bible, American Bible Society.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Issue of 2 Oct 1897 (obituary of Rachel Fisher).
Thomas Groten
M, b. 2 October 1830, d. 17 April 1908
| Birth* | 2 October 1830 | Thomas was born on 2 October 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Groten, a 20 year old laborer in HH#238 headed by James D. Godwin, a 35 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..2 |
| Marriage* | 11 January 1856 | He married Harriet J. Fisher, daughter of Meshack F. Fisher and Rachel B. Northam, on 11 January 1856 at Worcester Co, MD. According to their family Bible, they were married on 28 Jan 1856..3,1 |
| Death* | 17 April 1908 | Thomas died on 17 April 1908 at age 77. Thomas Groton died 17 Apr 1908, aged 77 at his home in Groton. He was survived by a widow and 2 daughters and 4 sons, all grown and married, Hallwood News (AN 25 Apr 1908). Groton, Groton died 17 Apr 1908, aged 77. Interment in family burying ground, near Hallwood. He was survived by wife, 2 daughters and 4 sons, Hallwood News (PE 25 Apr 1908). Thomas Groton died recently, aged 77 at Hallwood, News of the Eastern Shore (ESH 1 May 1908)..1 |
Citations
- [S715] Thomas & Harriet Groton Family Bible, American Bible Society.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Nellie P. Fisher1
F, b. circa 1853
| Birth* | circa 1853 | Nellie was born circa 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 28 December 1890 | She married Elbridge James Ross, son of Levin T. Ross and Nancy B. Kelly, on 28 December 1890 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was a 42 year old single carpenter and she was age 37 and also single..1 |
| Married Name | 28 December 1890 | As of 28 December 1890,her married name was Ross. |
| Was Living | 1897 | Nellie was living in 1897.2 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1527] Marriage.
