Person Page - 369

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1828

Elizabeth was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

circa 1845

She married William T. Watson, son of Zadock Watson and Frances Read, circa 1845.¹

Married Name

circa 1845

As of circa 1845,her married name was Watson.

Census w/husband*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Watson, age 22 in HH#56 headed by William T. Watson, a 25 year old farmer..¹

Will - Husb's*

12 April 1858

Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 12 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as wife Elizabeth Watson in the will of William T. Watson..²

Family

William T. Watson b. c 1825, d. Apr 1858

Children

Emily Jane Watson+ b. 1845, d. 4 Mar 1928

Jesse R. Watson+ b. 22 Apr 1852, d. 27 Nov 1931

George C.W. Watson b. c 1854

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 574 (will of William T. Watson).

Emily Jane Watson^1,2

F, b. 1845, d. 4 March 1928

Father

William T. Watson b. c 1825, d. Apr 1858

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1828

Last Edited

31 Jan 2022

Birth*

1845

Emily was born in 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3

Census w/parents*

1850

Emily was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane E. Watson, age 4 in HH#56 headed by William T. Watson, a 25 year old farmer..¹

Will - Father's*

12 April 1858

Emily was named in her father's will on 12 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a daughter Emily J. Watson in the will of William T. Watson..²

Married Name

29 May 1863

As of 29 May 1863,her married name was Jester.⁴

Marriage

29 May 1863

She married William (of Nancy) Jester, son of Nancy Jester (widow?), on 29 May 1863 at Worcester Co, MD.⁴

Census w/husband*

1870

Emily was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. HH#125 was headed by William Jester, a 29 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $300 & personal estate valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Jesters: Emily, age 24; Sarah, age 7; Oliver, age 4; and James, age 4 months, born February.⁵

Death*

4 March 1928

She died on 4 March 1928 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.³

Burial*

Emily was buried at Hill Cemetery, Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.³

Family

William (of Nancy) Jester b. 1838, d. 26 May 1913

Marriage

29 May 1863

She married William (of Nancy) Jester, son of Nancy Jester (widow?), on 29 May 1863 at Worcester Co, MD.⁴

Children

Sarah E. (of Wm & Emily) Jester⁵ b. c 1863

Oliver (of Wm & Emily) Jester⁵ b. c 1866

James (of Wm & Emily) Jester⁵ b. Feb 1870

Jesse (of Wm & Emily) Jester³ b. c 1872

John A. (of Wm & Emily) Jester³ b. c 1874

Burrough 'Burris' C. (of Wm & Emily) Jester³ b. 1882, d. 1930

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 574 (will of William T. Watson).
[S996] Mr. James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories, The Cemeteries of Chincoteague.
[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

Fanny Watson (widow?)

F, b. circa 1804

Last Edited

13 Jan 2016

Birth*

circa 1804

Fanny was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/another*

1850

Fanny was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Fanny Watson, age 46 in HH#56 headed by William T. Watson, a 25 year old farmer..¹

Family

Child

Sarah Watson b. c 1836

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Sarah Watson¹

F, b. circa 1836

Mother

Fanny Watson (widow?) b. c 1804

Last Edited

29 Jan 2004

Birth*

circa 1836

Sarah was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/mother*

1850

Sarah was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Watson, age 14 in HH#56 headed by William T. Watson, a 25 year old farmer. Also listed in this household was Fanny Watson, age 46, apparently her mother..¹

Marriage*

3 June 1851

She married John T. Tarr, son of James Tarr and Polly Birch, on 3 June 1851 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John Tarr and Sarah Watson. No other information was given..²

Married Name

3 June 1851

As of 3 June 1851,her married name was Tarr.

Family

John T. Tarr b. c 1813

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.

Purnell Watson

M, b. circa 1810

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1810

Purnell was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

18 April 1832

He married Margaret Thornton, daughter of Kendall Thornton and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Read, on 18 April 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts and James J. Ailworth were the securities on the M.L.B. of Purnal Watson and Margaret Thornton. Another marriage record shows they were married 10 Feb 1832. Mary Frances Carey indicates she was shown as Margaret of Kendall..²

Marriage

19 January 1839

He married Mary (-----) on 19 January 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Purnell Watson and she was shown as Mary Cherricks, widow..²

Family 1

Margaret Thornton b. c 1810

Family 2

Mary (-----) b. c 1808

Children

William T. Watson b. c 1841

George W. Watson+ b. 1844, d. 1919

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Margaret Thornton¹

F, b. circa 1810

Father

Kendall Thornton b. c 1775, d. b 27 Dec 1824

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Read b. c 1775

Last Edited

2 Apr 2004

Birth*

circa 1810

Margaret was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.

Marriage*

18 April 1832

She married Purnell Watson on 18 April 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts and James J. Ailworth were the securities on the M.L.B. of Purnal Watson and Margaret Thornton. Another marriage record shows they were married 10 Feb 1832. Mary Frances Carey indicates she was shown as Margaret of Kendall..²

Married Name

18 April 1832

As of 18 April 1832,her married name was Watson.

Family

Purnell Watson b. c 1810

Citations

[S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Mary (-----)

F, b. circa 1808

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1808

Mary was born circa 1808 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

circa 1828

She married William Cherricks circa 1828.²

Married Name

circa 1828

As of circa 1828,her married name was Cherricks.

Marriage*

19 January 1839

She married Purnell Watson on 19 January 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Purnell Watson and she was shown as Mary Cherricks, widow..³

Married Name

19 January 1839

As of 19 January 1839,her married name was Watson.

Census w/husband*

1850

Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Watson, age 42 in HH#57 headed by Purnell Watson, a 40 year old sailor. Also in this household were Elizabeth, Nancy & John J. Cherricks, apparently her children by a prior marriage..¹

Family 1

William Cherricks b. c 1805

Children

Elizabeth Cherricks b. c 1830

Nancy R. Cherricks b. c 1833

John J. Cherricks+ b. c 1835

Family 2

Purnell Watson b. c 1810

Children

William T. Watson b. c 1841

George W. Watson+ b. 1844, d. 1919

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), p. 32 (marriage of Joseph Andrews and Nancy Cherricks).
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

William Cherricks

M, b. circa 1805

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1805

William was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.

Marriage*

circa 1828

He married Mary (-----) circa 1828.¹

Family

Mary (-----) b. c 1808

Children

Elizabeth Cherricks b. c 1830

Nancy R. Cherricks b. c 1833

John J. Cherricks+ b. c 1835

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 32 (marriage of Joseph Andrews and Nancy Cherricks).

Nancy R. Cherricks¹

F, b. circa 1833

Father

William Cherricks b. c 1805

Mother

Mary (-----) b. c 1808

Last Edited

21 Oct 2013

Birth*

circa 1833

Nancy was born circa 1833 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.^2,1

Census w/mother*

1850

Nancy was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Cherricks, age 17 in HH#57 headed by Purnell Watson, a 40 year old sailor. Also in this household was Mary Watson, age 42, apparently her mother..²

Marriage*

24 April 1854

She married Joseph Andrews, son of Mordaici Andrews and Nancy Daisey, on 24 April 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Joseph Andrews and Nancy R. Cherrix of Mary Watson.³

Married Name

24 April 1854

As of 24 April 1854,her married name was Andrews.

Family

Joseph Andrews b. c 1830

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Elizabeth Thornton¹

F, b. circa 1831

Father

John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is) b. c 1787, d. b 1870

Mother

Susan (-----) b. c 1800

Last Edited

20 Mar 2004

Birth*

circa 1831

Elizabeth was born circa 1831 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 19 in HH#63 headed by John Thornton, a 63 year old farmer..²

Marriage*

circa 1853

She married Joseph (-----) circa 1853.^3,4,5

Married Name

circa 1853

As of circa 1853,her married name was (-----).

Census head*

1860

Elizabeth was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz'th Thornton the head of HH#1309, age 30. Listed with her were Nancy Thornton, age 6 and Noah Thornton, age 2. This was probably Chincoteague Island..⁶

Marriage

12 November 1863

She married James Cherricks, son of Arthur Cherricks and Nancy Tarr, on 12 November 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Cherrix, a 35 year old single farmer, born & living in Acc Co, the son of Arthur & Nancy Cherrix and she was shown as Eliza Thorton, age 33 and single, the daughter of Jas. (probably Jno.) & Susan Thornton. They were married by Rev. Wm. P. Thornton..¹

Married Name

12 November 1863

As of 12 November 1863,her married name was Cherricks.

Census w/husband*

1880

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Cherrix, a 50 year old wife and keeping house in a household headed by James Cherrix, a 53 year old laborer born in MD. Also listed was Noah P. Cherrix, age 22, who was evidently her son before she married James Cherrix..⁷

Reported birth*

4 October 1885

Elizabeth reported a birth on 4 October 1885 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Eliz. Chericks, grandmother, reported the birth of Wm. H. Thornton, the son of Noah & Eliz. Thornton..⁸

Reported death*

7 August 1889

Elizabeth reported a death on 7 August 1889 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Eliza Chericks reported the death of her son Noah Thornton, who died of bright's disease at the age of 36 years..⁹

Reported birth

8 October 1889

Elizabeth reported a birth on 8 October 1889 at First District, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Eliza Chericks, grandmother, reported the birth of Noah Thornton, who was the son of Noah (oysterman) & Elizabeth Thornton..¹⁰

Family

Joseph (-----) b. c 1830

Marriage*

circa 1853

She married Joseph (-----) circa 1853.^3,4,5

Children

Ann 'Nancy' Thornton b. c 1854

Noah P. Thornton Sr.+ b. c 1858, d. 7 Aug 1889

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, HH1309 shows Eliz't Thornton, age 30 with children Nancy, age 6 and Noah, age 2.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 108 (marriage of Adren D. Daisey to Ann Thornton shows her as the daughter of Joseph & Eliza Thornton).
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896, p. 157 (death of Noah Thornton shows him as the son of Eliza Chericks).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
[S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896.

William T. Watson¹

M, b. circa 1841

Father

Purnell Watson b. c 1810

Mother

Mary (-----) b. c 1808

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1841

William was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Watson, age 9 in HH#57 headed by Purnell Watson, a 40 year old sailor..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

George W. Watson¹

M, b. 1844, d. 1919

Father

Purnell Watson b. c 1810

Mother

Mary (-----) b. c 1808

Last Edited

11 Mar 2022

Birth*

1844

George was born in 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

George was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Watson, age 6 in HH#57 headed by Purnell Watson, a 40 year old sailor..¹

Marriage*

27 March 1869

He married Ann Maria Melvin, daughter of Thomas Melvin and Lydia A. 'Liddie' Goodwin, on 27 March 1869 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as George Watson, age 22 and Ann Maria Melvin, age 17.³

Census head*

1870

George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Islands Dirtrict, Accomack Co, VA. HH#41 was headed by George Watson, a 25 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Annie Watson, age 19 and Lydia A. Watson, age 6 months.⁴

Census head

4 June 1880

George was listed as a head of household in the census of 4 June 1880 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. HH#54 was headed by George Watson, a 33 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Watsons: Ann, a 26 year old wife; Lydia Ann, an 11 year old daughter; Thomas, a 7 year old son; Josephine, a 3 year old daughter; and Rebecca, a 9/12 year old daughter.⁵

Death*

1919

He died in 1919.²

Burial*

George was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Cincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Watson, Co A., 1st Loyal E. VA Infrantry, Union Army.²

Family

Ann Maria Melvin b. 31 Jan 1852, d. 3 Dec 1938

Marriage*

27 March 1869

He married Ann Maria Melvin, daughter of Thomas Melvin and Lydia A. 'Liddie' Goodwin, on 27 March 1869 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as George Watson, age 22 and Ann Maria Melvin, age 17.³

Children

Lydia A. Watson+⁴ b. 19 Dec 1869

Thomas Watson⁵ b. c 1873

Josephine Watson⁵ b. c 1877

Rebecca Watson⁵ b. Sep 1879

Charles Lee Watson Sr.+⁶ b. 7 Oct 1892, d. 13 Sep 1978

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S996] Mr. James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories, The Cemeteries of Chincoteague.
[S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Charles Lee Watson Sr in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.

Parker Sharpley¹

M, b. circa 1805

Father

Joseph Sharpley b. c 1770

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1805

Parker was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

29 August 1825

He married Mary A. Reed, daughter of Michael Reed and Anna Russell, on 29 August 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. Wm. P. Drummond and Jno. Downing were the securities on the M.L.B. of Parker Sharpley of Joseph and Mary Read of Michael..¹

Census head*

1850

Parker was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Parker Sharply the head of HH#58, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $700. Listed with him were the following Sharplys: Mary A., age 44; Mary A., age 16; John O., age 13; Caroline, age 10; Nancy, age 8; and Euphemia, age 3. Also listed with him was Branson Crippin, a 23 year old black laborer..²

Family

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Children

Mary A. Sharpley b. c 1834

John O. Sharpley+ b. c 1837

Jane Caroline Sharpley+ b. c 1840

Nancy Sharpley b. c 1842

Euphemia Sharpley b. c 1847

Citations

[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.

Joseph Sharpley

M, b. circa 1770

Last Edited

14 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1770

Joseph was born circa 1770.

Family

Children

William Sharpley+ b. c 1794

Sally Sharpley+ b. c 1795

Parker Sharpley+ b. c 1805

Mary A. Reed¹

F, b. circa 1806

Father

Michael Reed b. c 1775, d. b 1 Jun 1819

Mother

Anna Russell b. c 1775

Last Edited

31 Mar 2020

Birth*

circa 1806

Mary was born circa 1806 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

29 August 1825

She married Parker Sharpley, son of Joseph Sharpley, on 29 August 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. Wm. P. Drummond and Jno. Downing were the securities on the M.L.B. of Parker Sharpley of Joseph and Mary Read of Michael..¹

Married Name

29 August 1825

As of 29 August 1825,her married name was Sharpley.

Census w/husband*

1850

Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary A. Sharply, age 44 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..²

Family

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Children

Mary A. Sharpley b. c 1834

John O. Sharpley+ b. c 1837

Jane Caroline Sharpley+ b. c 1840

Nancy Sharpley b. c 1842

Euphemia Sharpley b. c 1847

Citations

[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.

Mary A. Sharpley¹

F, b. circa 1834

Father

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Mother

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1834

Mary was born circa 1834 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. Sharply, age 16 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

John O. Sharpley¹

M, b. circa 1837

Father

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Mother

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Last Edited

8 May 2015

Birth*

circa 1837

John was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John O. Sharply, age 13 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..¹

Marriage*

8 October 1855

He married Matilda Daisey, daughter of James Daisey and Leah or Matilda (-----), on 8 October 1855 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John O. Sharpley, a 20 year old single merchant, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Parker & Mary Sharpley and she was shown as Matilda Dazy, age 17, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of James & Matilda Dazy. They were married at the residence of Rev. Parker Bowdin.²

Family

Matilda Daisey b. c 1838

Child

Mary Ann Sharpley² b. 1873, d. 1956

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).

Jane Caroline Sharpley^1,2

F, b. circa 1840

Father

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Mother

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Last Edited

24 Feb 2010

Birth*

circa 1840

Jane was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Jane was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Sharply, age 10 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..¹

Marriage*

1 March 1856

She married John Daisey, son of James Daisey and Leah or Matilda (-----), on 1 March 1856 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Daysey Jr., a 24 year old mariner, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of James and Leah Daysey and she was shown as Jane Caroline Sharpley, age 17 also born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Parker & Mary Sharpley. John Thornton said he was over age 21. They were married by William P. Thornton..²

Married Name

1 March 1856

As of 1 March 1856,her married name was Daisey.

Census w/husband*

1860

Jane was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Caroline Daisey, age 20 in HH#1110 headed by Jno. Daisey, a 27 year old oysterman..³

Family

John Daisey b. c 1832

Children

Alfred Daisey b. c 1857

Mary A. Daisey+² b. c 1860

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).
[S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Nancy Sharpley¹

F, b. circa 1842

Father

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Mother

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Last Edited

4 Oct 2009

Birth*

circa 1842

Nancy was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Sharply, age 8 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..¹

Marriage

27 January 1858

She married Daniel Booth, son of Covington 'Covey' Booth and Nancy (of Daniel) Jones, on 27 January 1858 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Booth, a 22 year old mariner, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Covington & Nancy Booth and she was shown as Nancy Sharpley, age 17, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Parker & Mary Sharpley.²

Married Name

27 January 1858

As of 27 January 1858,her married name was Booth.

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).

Euphemia Sharpley¹

F, b. circa 1847

Father

Parker Sharpley b. c 1805

Mother

Mary A. Reed b. c 1806

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1847

Euphemia was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Euphemia was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Euphemia Sharply, age 3 in HH#58 head by Parker Sharply, a 45 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Charles W. Bradford

M, b. circa 1828

Father

Noah Bradford¹ b. c 1800

Mother

Polly (-----)¹ b. c 1800

Last Edited

11 Mar 2022

Birth*

circa 1828

Charles was born circa 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

12 August 1847

He married Elizabeth Sharpley on 12 August 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Charles Bradford and she as Elizabeth Sharply. No other information was given..³

Census head*

1850

Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Charles W. Bradford the head of HH#59, a 22 year old sailor. Listed with him were Elizabeth Bradford, age 20; Mary A. Bradford, age 2 and Phoebe Thornton, age 16..²

Marriage*

10 November 1859

He married Rachel Jester, daughter of Elijah (of Jno M) Jester and Hetty 'Patsey' Birch, on 10 November 1859 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Bradford, a 32 year old widowed waterman, born & living on Chinco: Isld, the son of Noah & Polly Bradford and she was shown as Rachel Jester, age 20, born & living on Chinco: Isld, the daughter of Elijah & Patsey Jester.¹

Census head

13 August 1870

Charles was listed as a head of household in the census of 13 August 1870 at Chincoteague, Islands District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#208 was headed by Charles Bradford, a 35 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Bradfords: Rachael, age 26; John, age 11; George, age 10; Noah, age 6; Charles, age 5 and Mary A., age 3/12.⁴

Family 1

Elizabeth Sharpley b. c 1830

Child

Mary A. Bradford b. c 1848

Family 2

Rachel Jester b. c 1839

Children

John Bradford⁴ b. c 1860

George W. Bradford+⁵ b. 1 Nov 1861, d. 10 May 1916

Noah Bradford+⁴ b. c 1864

Charles Bradford⁴ b. c 1865

Mary A. Bradford⁴ b. May 1870

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1870 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, George W Bradford in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.

Elizabeth Sharpley

F, b. circa 1830

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1830

Elizabeth was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

12 August 1847

She married Charles W. Bradford, son of Noah Bradford and Polly (-----), on 12 August 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Charles Bradford and she as Elizabeth Sharply. No other information was given..²

Married Name

12 August 1847

As of 12 August 1847,her married name was Bradford.

Census w/husband*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Bradford, age 20 in HH#59 headed by Charles W. Bradford, a 22 year old sailor..¹

Family

Charles W. Bradford b. c 1828

Child

Mary A. Bradford b. c 1848

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Mary A. Bradford¹

F, b. circa 1848

Father

Charles W. Bradford b. c 1828

Mother

Elizabeth Sharpley b. c 1830

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1848

Mary was born circa 1848 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. Bradford, age 2 in HH#59 headed by Charles W. Bradford, a 22 year old sailor..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Phoebe Thornton¹

F, b. 15 February 1830, d. 18 March 1896

Father

John D. Thornton b. c 1803

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr b. c 1802

Last Edited

22 Mar 2004

Birth*

15 February 1830

Phoebe was born on 15 February 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/another*

1850

Phoebe was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Phoebe Thornton, age 16 in HH#59 headed by Charles W. Bradford, a 22 year old sailor..³

Marriage*

18 March 1854

She married William F. Birch, son of Joseph Birch and Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks, on 18 March 1854 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Burch, a 38 year old widowed ship carpenter, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son Joseph & Betsey Burch and she was shown as Phoba Thornton, single, also born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Jno. & Betsey Thornton. They were married by P. Bowdin at his house. Evidently the license was issued on 25 Jan 1854, according to Turman's marriage book..^1,4

Married Name

18 March 1854

As of 18 March 1854,her married name was Birch.

Census w/husband*

1870

Phoebe was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Phoebe Birch, a 30 year old house keeper in HH#TI88 headed by William F. Birch, a 56 year old oysterman..⁵

Death*

18 March 1896

Phoebe died on 18 March 1896 at age 66.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Birch Plot, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Phebe T. Birch, 15 Feb 1830 - 18 Mar 1896..²

Family

William F. Birch b. 21 Aug 1815, d. 9 Apr 1897

Marriage*

18 March 1854

Children

Henry A.W. Birch b. c 1858

George T. Birch b. c 1860

Peter R. Birch b. c 1862

Joshua W. Birch b. c 1864

John Franklin Birch+ b. Sep 1866, d. 19 Apr 1945

Andrew J. Birch+ b. c 1869

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.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

John D. Thornton¹

M, b. circa 1803

Father

Kendall Thornton b. c 1775, d. b 27 Dec 1824

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Read b. c 1775

Last Edited

2 Apr 2004

Birth*

circa 1803

John was born circa 1803 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/father*

1810

John was listed with his father in the census of in 1810 at Wallops Island, Acc Co, VA. He would have been the male, age 0-10, in the Island household headed by Kendall Thornton, age 26-45..¹

Marriage*

10 January 1823

He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr on 10 January 1823 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John Thornton and Betsey Tarr. No other information was given..³

Census head*

1850

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John D. Thornton the head of HH#60, a 47 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Elizabeth, age 48; Kendall, a 23 year old sailor; John, an 18 year old sailor; and James, age 14. (Note: This was probably Chincoteague Island.)²

Family

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr b. c 1802

Children

Kendall Thornton+ b. c 1827, d. Apr 1911

Phoebe Thornton+ b. 15 Feb 1830, d. 18 Mar 1896

John D. Thornton+ b. 1834, d. 1917

James Washington Thornton Sr.+ b. 22 Dec 1842, d. 19 Feb 1908

Citations

[S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr

F, b. circa 1802

Last Edited

25 Jan 2004

Birth*

circa 1802

Elizabeth was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA.

Marriage*

10 January 1823

She married John D. Thornton, son of Kendall Thornton and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Read, on 10 January 1823 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John Thornton and Betsey Tarr. No other information was given..¹

Married Name

10 January 1823

As of 10 January 1823,her married name was Thornton.

Census w/husband*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Thornton, age 48 in HH#60 headed by John D. Thornton, a 47 year old sailor..²

Family

John D. Thornton b. c 1803

Children

Kendall Thornton+ b. c 1827, d. Apr 1911

Phoebe Thornton+ b. 15 Feb 1830, d. 18 Mar 1896

John D. Thornton+ b. 1834, d. 1917

James Washington Thornton Sr.+ b. 22 Dec 1842, d. 19 Feb 1908

Citations

[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Kendall Thornton¹

M, b. circa 1827, d. April 1911

Father

John D. Thornton b. c 1803

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr b. c 1802

Last Edited

25 Mar 2004

Birth*

circa 1827

Kendall was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/another*

1850

Kendall was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall Thornton, a 24 year old sailor in HH#1245 headed by Peter Owens, a 28 year old laborer..¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Kendall was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall Thornton, a 23 year old sailor in HH#60 headed by John D. Thornton, a 47 year old sailor..¹

Marriage*

27 February 1852

He married Sarah A. 'Sally' Mason, daughter of Capt. Randal 'Ran' Mason and Mary Ann Sharpley, on 27 February 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Kendal Thornton and she as Sarah A. Mason of Randal. No other information was given..²

Census head*

1860

Kendall was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendal Thornton the head of HH#1123, a 36 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Sarah, age 23; and Jno. S., age 5. (Note: This was probably Chincoteague Island.)³

Census head

1870

Kendall was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall Thornton the head of HH#TI75, a 44 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were Sarah Thornton, a 30 year old house keeper and John Thornton, a 15 year old oysterman..⁴

Census head

1880

Kendall was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendal Thornton, a 55 year old head of household and a laborer. Listed with him was Sarah Thornton, a 48 year old wife and house keeper..⁵

Death*

April 1911

Kendall died in April 1911 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Kendall Thornton, who died this week, aged 85 years. He was the first Capt. to run planted oysters from this place to Northern markets. He was survive by 1 son John Thornton. Chincoteague News, P.E. 20 Apr 1911..⁶

Family

Sarah A. 'Sally' Mason b. c 1836

Marriage*

27 February 1852

Child

John Holland (of K.) Thornton+ b. c 1855

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
[S27] Peninsula Enterprise, 20 Apr 1911 issue.

John D. Thornton¹

M, b. 1834, d. 1917

Father

John D. Thornton b. c 1803

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr b. c 1802

Last Edited

21 Mar 2004

Birth*

1834

John was born in 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, an 18 year old sailor in HH#60 headed by John D. Thornton, a 47 year old sailor..¹

Census w/another*

1860

John was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Thornton, age 28 in HH#1045 headed by Robt. Snead, age 52 and sailing..³

Marriage*

30 October 1860

He married Elizabeth Williams, daughter of Littleton T. Williams and Elizabeth Birch, on 30 October 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as John Thornton and Elizabeth Watson, widow. John A.M. Whealton said he was over age 21..⁴

Census head

1870

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John J. Thornton the head of HH#TI65, a 35 year old oysterman, with personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Elizabeth, age 32 and keeping house; and Ann E., age 1. Also listed was Cahterine Pitts, age 7; and Nancy Carpenter, age 52..⁵

Census head*

1880

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton a head of household, a 46 year old laborer. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Elizabeth T., a 42 year old wife; and Ann E., a 7 year old daughter. Also listed was Henrietta Williams, age 5 with an "other" relationship to the head of household..⁶

Death*

1917

John died in 1917.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John D. Thornton (1834-1917), who is buried next to Elizabeth Thornton (1837-1918)..²

Family

Elizabeth Williams b. 1837, d. 1918

Marriage*

30 October 1860

Children

Elizabeth Ann 'Lizzie' Thornton+ b. 1869, d. 1918

Ann E. Thornton b. c 1873

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).

James Washington Thornton Sr.^1,2

M, b. 22 December 1842, d. 19 February 1908

Father

John D. Thornton b. c 1803

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr b. c 1802

Last Edited

2 Apr 2004

Birth*

22 December 1842

James was born on 22 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1836..^1,3

Census w/another*

1850

James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Thornton, a 17 year old sailor in HH#1245 headed by Peter Owens, a 28 year old laborer. Also listed was Kendall Thornton, a 24 year old sailor, who was his brother..¹

Census w/parents*

1850

James was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Thornton, age 14 in HH#60 headed by John D. Thornton, a 47 year old sailor..¹

Marriage*

5 October 1857

He married Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough, daughter of Griffin (of Wm W) Wimbrough and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sharpley, on 5 October 1857 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Thornton, a 21 year old waterman, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of John D. & Betsey Thornton and she was shown as Delilah Wimber, age 16, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Griffin & Betsy Wimber. They were married by P. Bowdin at his house. John A.M. Whealton said he was over age 21..²

Census head*

1860

James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. Thornton the head of HH#1103, a 22 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $20. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Delilah, age 20 and Sarah E., age 1. This was probably Chincoteague Island..⁴

Census head

1870

James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Thornton the head of HH#TI7, a 31 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $300. Listed with him were the following the following Thorntons: Eliza, age 26 and keeping house; Sarah E., age 11; Annie, age 7; Phoebe A., age 3; and James W., age 3 months, born in March. Also listed was William Wimbrough, a 23 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $100 and Ellen Wimbrough, age 19, who had been married in February..⁵

Census head

1880

James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James W. Thornton a head of household, a 40 year old oyster planter. Listed with him were the following Thorntons: Delila, a 37 year old wife and house keeper; Annie, a 16 year old daughter; Ellen, a 12 year old daughter; James, a 10 year old son; Emmons, a 6 year old son; and Eva B., a 3 year old daughter..⁶

Death*

19 February 1908

James died on 19 February 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 65. He was shown as James Thornton, who died 19 Feb 1908, age 78 years. He was survived by a wife and 7 children, John and Emerson Thronton, Mrs. Samuel Quillen, Mrs. Henry Timmons, Mrs. Belle Brodley, Mrs. S. Feddeman and Mrs. Gordon Tarr, Chincoteague News (Pen. Ent. 22 Feb 1908 issue)..^3,7

Burial*

His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James W. Thornton, who is burried next to Delilah A. Thornton, 22 Dec 1842 - 19 Feb 1908..³

Family

Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough b. 11 Oct 1844, d. 29 Jan 1912

Marriage*

5 October 1857

Children

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton+ b. 1859, d. 1936

Annie Thornton b. c 1864

Phoebe A. Thornton b. c 1867

Ellen Thornton b. c 1868

James W. Thornton Jr.+ b. 7 Apr 1871, d. 28 Jul 1941

Emmons G. Thornton b. 1874, d. 1949

Ella Belle Cane Thornton b. 19 Aug 1877, d. 28 Jun 1971

Laura V. Thornton+ b. 14 Jun 1881, d. 23 Jan 1915

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.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
[S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912.

John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is)¹

M, b. circa 1787, d. before 1870

Father

William Thornton Sr. (Island) b. c 1746, d. Mar 1812

Last Edited

20 Mar 2004

Birth*

circa 1787

John was born circa 1787 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3

Marriage

9 February 1813

He married Hester 'Hessy' Bloxom on 9 February 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of John Thornton and Hessy Bloxom..⁴

Census head

1830

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton, age 40-50 with 3 males in his household under age 15..⁵

Marriage*

circa 1830

He married Susan (-----) circa 1830. When he was selling land in the 1840s his wife's name was Susan, but her maiden name has not been determined..²

Land bought*

21 July 1832

John bought land on 21 July 1832 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John Thornton bought 50 acres of land on Chincoteague Island for $50 from James S. Duntson & Eliza his wife and Thomas W. Marshall (Acc Co Deeds, 1830-32, p. 535). The deed states that this land was bordered on the North & Northeast by land belonging to Timothy Hill, on the East & Sourtheast by William Thornton heirs, Peter Robert's heirs & D. Welborun's heirs and on the Northwest by "the Tab lands." On 27 Mar 1833, John Thornton borrowed $100 from Daniel Jones of Chinco. Island, and put up the above land as collateral (Acc Co Deeds 1832-34, p. 289)..¹

Land sold*

9 November 1842

John sold land on 9 November 1842 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John Thornton of William & Susan his wife, sold 20 acres of land on Chincoteague to Crippen Bowdoin Jr. & Deliala Bowdoin for $35 (Acc Co Deeds 1842-43, p. 385). This land was bounded on the North by David Daizy, on the East by William Thornton, on the South by Peter Robert's heirs and on the West by other land of John Thornton of William..¹

Land sold

20 April 1844

John sold land on 20 April 1844 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John Thornton & Susan of Chincoteague Island sold 10 acres of land to Wm. P. Thornton of the same place for $12. The land was bound on the North by above Crippen Bowdin land, on the Northeast by David Daizy, on the Southwest by Peter Robert's land and on the Southeast by Shepherd Creek (Acc Co Deeds, 1843-44, p. 674)..¹

Land sold

16 December 1845

John sold land on 16 December 1845 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John Thornton Senr. & Susan his wife sold to Wm. Sharpley Senr. for $30 20 acres of land on Chincoteague, bounded on the Northeast by said Thornton, on the Southeast by lands of said Wm. Sharpley Senr., on the Northwest by Tabb land and on the West by Black Benny Hill, it being a part of the tract of land where John Thronton Senr. at present resides (Acc Co Deeds, 1846-48, p. 6)..¹

Land sold

17 October 1846

John sold land on 17 October 1846 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John Thornton of Wm. & Susan his wife sold 10 acres on Chincoteague Island to James Clayvill for $40 (Acc Co Deeds, 1846-48, p. 30). John Thornton of Wm. had now sold 60 acres of land on Chincoteague Island, while the records show him buying only 50 acres..¹

Census head*

1850

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Thornton the head of HH#63, a 63 year old farmer with real estate valued at $50. Listed with him were Susan Thornton, age 50; Elizabeth Thornton, age 19; and Margaret Thornton, age 8. There cold have been older daughters who had married by 1850. He was 3 households from John D. Thornton, sailor, and 21 households from son Wm. Thornton, farmer..²

Census head

1860

John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Thornton the head of HH#1043, a 73 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $50 and personal property valued at $25. Listed with him was Susan Thornton, age 60. This was probably Chincoteague Island..³

Death*

before 1870

John died before 1870. No record of the death of John Thornton of Wm. has been found, but he had died before the 1870 census was taken. It is known that he had a son, Rev. Wm. P. Thornton, and since the 1830 census shows him age 40-50 with 3 males in household under age 15, it is possible that Revel Thornton, b.c. 1815, was also a son and there were probably two others..

Family 1

Hester 'Hessy' Bloxom b. c 1790

Marriage

9 February 1813

He married Hester 'Hessy' Bloxom on 9 February 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. Henry Thornton was the security on the M.L.B. of John Thornton and Hessy Bloxom..⁴

Children

Rev. William Parker Thornton+ b. 28 Mar 1814, d. 27 Jun 1884

Annie Mary Thornton+ b. c 1825, d. 18 Jul 1887

Family 2

Child

Revell Thornton+ b. c 1815

Family 3

Susan (-----) b. c 1800

Marriage*

circa 1830

He married Susan (-----) circa 1830. When he was selling land in the 1840s his wife's name was Susan, but her maiden name has not been determined..²

Children

Elizabeth Thornton+ b. c 1831

Margaret or Catharine Thornton+ b. c 1842, d. 12 Mar 1882

Citations

[S806] Thornton Family Files, Thornton Papers.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Susan (-----)

F, b. circa 1800

Last Edited

21 Mar 2004

Birth*

circa 1800

Susan was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2

Marriage*

circa 1830

She married John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is), son of William Thornton Sr. (Island), circa 1830. When he was selling land in the 1840s his wife's name was Susan, but her maiden name has not been determined..¹

Married Name

circa 1830

As of circa 1830,her married name was Thornton.

Census w/husband*

1850

Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Thornton, age 50 in HH#63 headed by John Thornton, a 63 year old farmer..¹

Census w/husband

1860

Susan was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Thornton, age 60 in HH#1043 headed by Jno. Thornton, a 73 year old oysterman..²

Census w/daughter*

1870

She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Thornton, age 70 in HH#TI146 headed by John S. Cathell, a 46 year old oysterman. Also listed was Margaret Cathell, age 27, who was evidently her daughter.³

Census w/another*

1880

Susan was listed with another family in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Thornton, age 58 in a household headed by John Thornton, age 27. She was shown as his mother, but that seem unlikely, as he was probably the son of Annie M. Thornton..⁴

Family

John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is) b. c 1787, d. b 1870

Marriage*

circa 1830

Children

Elizabeth Thornton+ b. c 1831

Margaret or Catharine Thornton+ b. c 1842, d. 12 Mar 1882

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).

Margaret or Catharine Thornton^1,2

F, b. circa 1842, d. 12 March 1882

Father

John Thornton Sr. (Chinco Is) b. c 1787, d. b 1870

Mother

Susan (-----) b. c 1800

Last Edited

8 May 2015

Birth*

circa 1842

Margaret was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Thornton, age 8 in HH#63 headed by John Thornton, a 63 year old farmer..¹

Census w/another*

1860

Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Thornton, an 18 year old domestic in HH#1062 headed by Jno. W. Watson, a 42 year old carpenter..³

Marriage*

11 July 1867

She married John Showell Cathell I, son of Len Cathell and Nancy (-----), on 11 July 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Cathell, a 35 year old sailor, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Len & Nancy Cathell and she was shown as Marg't Thornton, age 22, the daughter of Jno. & Susan Thornton. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr..⁴

Married Name

11 July 1867

As of 11 July 1867,her married name was Cathell.

Census w/husband*

1870

Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Cathell, a 27 year old house keeper in HH#TI146 headed by John S. Cathell, a 46 year old oysterman. Also listed was Susan Thornton, age 70, who was evidently her mother..⁵

Death*

12 March 1882

Margaret died on 12 March 1882 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. Accomack Co Death Records show her as Marg't Cathell, who died 15 Apr 1882 of unknown causes at age 40. She was the daughter of John & Susan Thornton, born in Acc Co, and a housekeeper, the wife of John S. Cathell, who gave the information. (NOTE: Catharine Cathrall died 12 Mar 1882. She was the wife of Capt. John Cathrall.)^6,2

Family

John Showell Cathell I b. 1823, d. 29 Dec 1894

Marriage*

11 July 1867

Child

John Showell Cathell II⁷ b. 1869, d. 1960

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, PE 30 Mar 1882 issue (death of Catharine Cathrall).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

Samuel Melvin (s/o Jms & Nancy)¹

M, b. circa 1813

Descendants of Richard Hill (Gentleman, Hunting Creek)
Descendants of William Kendall (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of Francis Mason (Ancient Planter)
Descendants of Capt. Edmund Scarburgh (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of Adam Thorowgood (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Col. John Wise (Gentlemen, Chesconessex)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West)

Father

James Melvin Sr.² b. 10 Jul 1764, d. 10 May 1826

Mother

Nancy Taylor² b. 9 Sep 1773, d. 21 Jan 1853

Charts

Last Edited

6 May 2015

Birth*

circa 1813

Samuel was born circa 1813 at Maryland.³

Will - Father's*

15 April 1826

Samuel was named in his father's will on 15 April 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as an under age son Samuel Melvin in the will of James Melvin Sr..¹

Marriage*

circa 1842

He married Elizabeth Douglas, daughter of Walter Douglas and Margaret 'Peggy' Johnson, circa 1842.^3,4,2

Census head*

1850

Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Samuel Melvin the head of HH#64, a 37 year old sailor, born in MD. Listed with him were Elizabeth Melvin, age 33, born in VA; Isaac Melvin, age 7, born in VA; Mary E. Melvin, age 4, born in VA; William L. Melvin, age 2, born in VA; and Ann S. Melvin, age 10/12, born in VA..³

Will - Mother's*

22 September 1852

Samuel was named in his mother's will on 22 September 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son Samuel Melvin in the will of Nancy Melvin..⁵

Census head

1860

Samuel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l Melvin the head of HH#1113, a 46 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $50. Listed with him were the following Melvins: Elizabeth, age 43; Isaac, age 19; Mary E., age 16; Wm. T., age 14; Ann, age 10; Geo. A., age 8; and Fanny M., age 3..⁴

Family		Elizabeth Douglas b. c 1817
Children	1.	Isaac Melvin b. c 1843
	2.	Mary E. Melvin+ b. c 1846
	3.	William L. Melvin b. c 1848
	4.	Annie S. Melvin+ b. 4 Jul 1849, d. 21 May 1916
	5.	George Douglas Melvin b. c 1852
	6.	Traney M. 'Fanny' Melvin+ b. c 1857

Citations

[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 376 (will of James Melvin Sr.).
[S842] Sandra 'Leigh' (Young) Bundick Chase, to M.K. Miles.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 377 (will of Nancy Melvin).

Isaac Melvin^1,2

M, b. circa 1843

Father

Mother

Elizabeth Douglas b. c 1817

Charts

Last Edited

21 Jan 2006

Birth*

circa 1843

Isaac was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Melvin, age 7 and born in VA in HH#64 headed by Samuel Melvin, a 37 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Will - Uncle's*

8 October 1854

Isaac was named in his uncle's will on 8 October 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a great nephew Isaac Melvin in the will of Alexander Taylor..³

Census w/parents

1860

Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Melvin, age 19 in HH#1113 headed by Sam'l Melvin, age 46 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $50 & his wife Elizabeth, age 43..⁴

Marriage*

1 May 1866

He married Maria C. Sharpley, daughter of William Sharpley and Elizabeth (-----), on 1 May 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Melvin, a 23 year old sailor, the som of Sam'l & Eliz'th Melvin and she was shown as Maria C. Townsend, a 27 year old widow, the daughter of Wm. & Betsy Sharply. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr..²

Family

Maria C. Sharpley b. c 1838

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 516 (will of Alexander Taylor).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Mary E. Melvin^1,2

F, b. circa 1846

Father

Mother

Elizabeth Douglas b. c 1817

Charts

Last Edited

5 May 2015

Birth*

circa 1846

Mary was born circa 1846 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 E. Melvin, age 4 and born in VA in HH#64 headed by Samuel Melvin, a 37 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Will - GrMoth's*

16 October 1851

Mary was named in her grandmother's will on 16 October 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Margaret Taylor named grandsons Drummond Welburne and Samuel Welburne and a granddaughter Mary H. Melvin.³

Census w/parents

1860

Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary E. Melvin, age 16 in HH#1113 headed by Sam'l Melvin, age 46 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $50 & his wife Elizabeth, age 43..⁴

Marriage*

2 May 1862

She married William H. Daisey, son of David T. Daisey and Ann (-----), on 2 May 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. H. Daysey, a 22 year old waterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of David & Ann Daysey and she was shown as Mary Melvin, age 20, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Sam'l & Elizabeth Melvin. They were married by P. Bowdin..²

Married Name

2 May 1862

As of 2 May 1862,her married name was Daisey.

Census w/husband*

1870

Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Daisey, age 23 in HH#TI192 headed by William Daisey, a 28 year old oysterman..⁵

Family

William H. Daisey b. c 1842

Marriage*

2 May 1862

Children

James W. Daisey+ b. 1861, d. 1939

David Daisey Jr. b. c 1864

Ida E. Daisey+ b. 1870, d. 1935

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 525 (will of Margaret Taylor).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

William L. Melvin¹

M, b. circa 1848

Father

Mother

Elizabeth Douglas b. c 1817

Charts

Last Edited

21 Jan 2006

Birth*

circa 1848

William was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William L. Melvin, age 2 and born in VA in HH#64 headed by Samuel Melvin, a 37 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Census w/parents

1860

William was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. T. Melvin, age 14 in HH#1113 headed by Sam'l Melvin, age 46 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $50 & his wife Elizabeth, age 43..²

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Annie S. Melvin^1,2,3

F, b. 4 July 1849, d. 21 May 1916

Father

Mother

Elizabeth Douglas b. c 1817

Charts

Last Edited

31 Jan 2022

Birth*

4 July 1849

Annie was born on 4 July 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,3

Census w/parents*

1850

Annie was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann S. Melvin, age 10/12 and born in VA in HH#64 headed by Samuel Melvin, a 37 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Census w/parents

1860

Annie was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Melvin, age 10 in HH#1113 headed by Sam'l Melvin, age 46 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $50 & his wife Elizabeth, age 43..⁴

Marriage*

2 May 1872

She married Joseph Vancliff Jester Sr., son of Charles S. Jester and Delilah J. 'Lillie' Sharpley, on 2 May 1872 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph V. Jester, a 21 year old waterman, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Chls & Delilah Jester and she wa shown as Ann S. Melvin, age 21, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Sam'l & Eliz'th Melvin. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr..²

Married Name

2 May 1872

As of 2 May 1872,her married name was Jester.

Death*

21 May 1916

Annie S. Melvin died on 21 May 1916 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA, at age 66.³

Burial*

Annie was buried at Captain Chandler Cemetery, Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.³

Family

Joseph Vancliff Jester Sr. b. 1851, d. 10 Mar 1935

Marriage*

2 May 1872

Children

William T. (of Joseph V) Jester² b. c 1874

Joseph Vancliff Jester Jr.³ b. 7 Oct 1882, d. 14 Jan 1969

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).
[S996] Mr. James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories, The Cemeteries of Chincoteague.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Mary Kennet (widow?)

F, b. circa 1779

Last Edited

12 Apr 2013

Birth*

circa 1779

Mary was born circa 1779 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census head*

1850

Mary was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Kennet the head of HH#65, a 71 year old farmer with real estate valued at $100. Listed with her was John Daisy, a 35 year old laborer; Maria Daisy, age 15; Mary Daisy, age 12; and Susan Ferguson, age 13..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

John L. Daisey^1,2

M, b. circa 1810, d. 6 August 1875

Father

William Daisey b. c 1780, d. b 28 Nov 1821

Mother

Mary 'Polly' (-----) b. c 1780

Last Edited

24 Feb 2010

Birth*

circa 1810

John was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Both his 1872 marriage record and his 1875 death record put his birth at 1810, but the 1850 census shows age 35, putting his birth at 1815..³

Marriage*

20 July 1834

He married Margaret 'Peggy' Booth on 20 July 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as only as John Daisey and Peggy Booth.⁴

Census w/another*

1850

John was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Daisy, age 35 in HH#65 headed by Mary Kennet, a 71 year old farmer..³

Marriage*

4 September 1872

He married Mary Ann Sharpley, daughter of William Sharpley and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 4 September 1872 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Daisey, a 62 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. & Polly Daisey and she was shown as Mary Ann Mason, a 60 year old widow, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm. & Eliz'th Sharpley. They were married by William P. Thornton..¹

Death*

6 August 1875

John died on 6 August 1875 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John L. Daisey, who died in Acc Parish of unknown causes at the age of 65 years, the son of Wm. & Mary Daisey. He was born in Acc Co, a farmer, the husband of Ann. A friend Selby Jester gave the information..²

Family 1

Margaret 'Peggy' Booth b. c 1815

Children

Mariah M. Daisey+ b. 6 Feb 1836, d. 28 Nov 1910

Mary Daisey b. c 1838

Family 2

Mary Ann Sharpley b. c 1815, d. 6 Dec 1879

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Mariah M. Daisey^1,2

F, b. 6 February 1836, d. 28 November 1910

Father

John L. Daisey b. c 1810, d. 6 Aug 1875

Mother

Margaret 'Peggy' Booth³ b. c 1815

Last Edited

31 Jan 2022

Birth*

6 February 1836

Mariah was born on 6 February 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2

Census w/father*

1850

Mariah was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Maria Daisy, age 15 in HH#65 headed by Mary Kennet, a 71 year old farmer. Also in this household was John Daisy, a 35 year old laborer, who was apparently her father..¹

Married Name

19 March 1857

As of 19 March 1857,her married name was Jester.⁴

Marriage*

19 March 1857

She married Selby (of Kendall) Jester, son of Kendall (of Jno M) Jester and Elizabeth (of Wm) Lewis, on 19 March 1857 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Selby Jester, a 22 year old mariner, born & living at Chinco: Isld, the son of Kendal & Eliza Jester and she was shown as Maria Daisey, age 21, born in living on Chinco: Isld, the daughter of John & Margaret Daisey. Randel Mason says both over 21.⁴

Census w/husband*

1870

Mariah was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#172 was headed by Selby Jester, a 36 year old waterman with real estate valued at $200 & personal property valued at $1,000. Listed with him were the following Jesters: Maria, age 35; Parker, age 8 and Annie D., age 5.⁵

Death*

28 November 1910

She died on 28 November 1910 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA, at age 74.²

Burial*

Mariah was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.²

Family

Selby (of Kendall) Jester b. 20 Apr 1834, d. 27 Nov 1908

Marriage*

19 March 1857

Children

Parker Jester⁵ b. c 1862

Annie D. Jester⁵ b. c 1865

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S996] Mr. James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories, The Cemeteries of Chincoteague.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

Mary Daisey¹

F, b. circa 1838

Father

John L. Daisey b. c 1810, d. 6 Aug 1875

Mother

Margaret 'Peggy' Booth b. c 1815

Last Edited

24 Feb 2010

Birth*

circa 1838

Mary was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/father*

1850

Mary was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Daisy, age 12 in HH#65 headed by Mary Kennet, a 71 year old farmer. Also in this household was John Daisy, a 35 year old laborer, who was apparently her father..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Susan Ferguson

F, b. circa 1837

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1837

Susan was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/another*

1850

Susan was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Ferguson, age 13 in HH#65 headed by Mary Kennet, a 71 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Sarah Taylor (widow?)

F, b. circa 1810

Last Edited

7 Feb 2015

Birth*

circa 1810

Sarah was born circa 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census head*

1850

Sarah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah Taylor the head of HH#67, a 40 year old farmer with real estate valued at $100. Listed with her was Nancy Parker, age 25; John Taylor, a 21 year old laborer; James Taylor, a 15 year old laborer; and Mary Taylor, age 12..¹

Family
Children	1.	Nancy Parker Parker(?) or Taylor(?) b. c 1825
	2.	John Taylor b. c 1829
	3.	James Taylor b. c 1835
	4.	Mary Taylor b. c 1838

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Nancy Parker Parker(?) or Taylor(?)¹

F, b. circa 1825

Mother

Sarah Taylor (widow?) b. c 1810

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1825

Nancy was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/mother*

1850

Nancy was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Parker, age 25 in HH#67 headed by Sarah Taylor, a 40 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

John Taylor¹

M, b. circa 1829

Mother

Sarah Taylor (widow?) b. c 1810

Last Edited

29 Aug 2001

Birth*

circa 1829

John was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/mother*

1850

John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Taylor, a 21 year old laborer in HH#67 headed by Sarah Taylor, a 40 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

James Taylor¹

M, b. circa 1835

Mother

Sarah Taylor (widow?) b. c 1810

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1835

James was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/mother*

1850

James was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Taylor, a 15 year old laborer in HH#67 headed by Sarah Taylor, a 40 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Mary Taylor¹

F, b. circa 1838

Mother

Sarah Taylor (widow?) b. c 1810

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1838

Mary was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/mother*

1850

Mary was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Taylor, age 12 in HH#67 headed by Sarah Taylor, a 40 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Elisa Snead¹

F, b. circa 1834

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

12 Nov 2019

Birth*

circa 1834

Elisa was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Elisa was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elisa Snead, age 16 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Marriage*

25 January 1854

She married Thomas Taylor, son of William Taylor and (-----) (-----), on 25 January 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as Thomas Taylor and Eliza Snead of Robert..²

Married Name

25 January 1854

As of 25 January 1854,her married name was Taylor.

Family

Thomas Taylor b. c 1825

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Lydia Snead^1,2

F, b. circa 1836

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

4 Apr 2009

Birth*

circa 1836

Lydia was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Lydia was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lydia Snead, age 14 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Marriage*

29 June 1860

She married James B. Pointer, son of Boyed Pointer and Catharine (-----), on 29 June 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James B. Pointer, a 22 year old sailor, born in Lewis Town & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Boyed & Catharine Pointer and she was shown as Lydia Snead, age 23, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Robt. & Briget Snead. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr. and John A.M. Whealton said they both were over age 21..²

Married Name

29 June 1860

As of 29 June 1860,her married name was Pointer.

Census w/husband

1860

Lydia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lydia Pointer, age 21, born in VA, in HH#1055 headed by Robt. Watson, age 31. Also listed just above her was Jas. Pointer, age 22 and oystering, born in Delaware..³

Census w/husband

1860

Lydia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lydia Pointer, age 24 and born in VA in HH#1263 headed by Jas. Pointer, age 24 and oystering, born in Delaware..³

Census w/husband*

1870

Lydia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Lydia Pointer, a 36 year old house keeper in HH#TI9 headed by James Pointer, a 30 year old oysterman..⁴

Family

James B. Pointer b. c 1838

Marriage*

29 June 1860

Children

Mary A. Pointer b. c 1862

James T. Pointer+ b. 1 Dec 1865

Robert Bonaparte Pointer+ b. c 1867

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).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

Thomas B. Snead¹

M, b. circa 1838

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

29 Nov 2019

Birth*

circa 1838

Thomas was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Snead, age 12 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..²

Marriage*

28 December 1858

He married Ruth 'Ruthy' Russell, daughter of John Russell and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sturgis, on 28 December 1858 at Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Snead, a 22 year old waterman, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Robert & Bridget Snead and she was shown as Ruthy Russell, age 16, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of John & Elizabeth Russell.³

Marriage*

23 May 1863

Thomas B. Snead married Alice Russell, daughter of John Russell and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sturgis, on 23 May 1863 at Chincoteague Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Snead, a 26 year old sailor, the son of Robert & Bridget Snead and she was shown as Alice Russell, age 16, the daughter of John & Elizabeth Russell.³

Land sold*

16 May 1868

Thomas B. Snead sold land on 16 May 1868 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. Thos. B. Snead and Alice his wife of the Parish & County of Accomack, Virginia sold to William J. Benson of Accomack County for $20, 1/4 of an acre of land in the Parish & County of Accomack bounded on the North by James Pinter, on the East by Robert Snead heirs, on the South by Drucilla Sharply and on the West by Thomas B. Snead. James H. Justice (Notary Public), Edwin J. Gillespie (Justice of the Peace) & Obed S. Byrd (Notary Public) or any two of them were to certify the signatures of Thomas B. Snead and Alice his wife.¹

Family 1

Ruth 'Ruthy' Russell b. c 1842

Family 2

Alice Russell b. c 1848

Children

James T. Snead+³ b. 1865, d. 1946

Mary E. Snead+³ b. Oct 1876, d. 10 Jun 1900

Citations

[S2731] , p. 581.
[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).

Nancy Snead¹

F, b. circa 1840

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1840

Nancy was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Snead, age 10 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Elizabeth Snead¹

F, b. circa 1842, d. 23 September 1871

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

12 Nov 2019

Birth*

circa 1842

Elizabeth was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Snead, age 8 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Census w/parents

1860

Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1045 was headed by Robt. Snead, age 52 and sailing with real estate valued at $200 and personal property valued at $100, born in VA, as was everyone in the household. Listed with him were the following Sneads: Bridget, age 50; Elizabeth, age 18; Marg't, age 13; Jno., age 8; and Jas., age 45. Also listed was Jno. Thornton, age 28.²

Married Name

21 October 1861

As of 21 October 1861,her married name was Benston.³

Marriage*

21 October 1861

She married William J. Benston on 21 October 1861 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Benson and Elizabeth Snead.³

Census w/husband*

1870

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. HH#12 was headed by William Benson, a 26 year old oysteman, with real estate valued at $100 and personal property valued at $100, born in MD. Listed with him were Elizabeth Benson, age 26 (born in VA); Nancy C. Benson, age 7 (born in VA); Mary E. Benson, age 5 (born in VA); Frances Howell, a 24 year old black female domestic servant (born in VA); and Isaac Howell, a 2 year old black male (born in VA).⁴

Death*

23 September 1871

She died on 23 September 1871 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz. Benson, who died 23 Sep 1871, in the Island district, of child bed fever, age 25, the daughter of Robt. & Bridget Snead, born in VA, the wife of Wm. J. Benson. Her mother gave the information.⁵

Family

William J. Benston b. c 1844

Marriage*

21 October 1861

She married William J. Benston on 21 October 1861 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Benson and Elizabeth Snead.³

Children

Nancy C. Benston⁴ b. c 1863

Mary E. Benston⁴ b. c 1865

(son of Wm. J.) Benston⁶ b. 10 Feb 1871, d. 10 Feb 1871

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.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.

Margaret Snead¹

F, b. circa 1844

Father

Robert Snead b. c 1809

Mother

Bridget (-----) b. c 1819

Last Edited

30 Sep 2003

Birth*

circa 1844

Margaret was born circa 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Snead, age 6 and born in VA in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Census w/parents

1860

Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Snead, age 13 in HH#1045 headed by Robt. Snead, a 52 year old sailor..²

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

James Snead

M, b. circa 1822

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1822

James was born circa 1822 at Maryland.¹

Census w/another*

1850

James was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Snead, a 28 year old laborer and blind, born in MD, in HH#73 headed by Robert Snead, a 41 year old sailor, born in MD..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Robert (of Robt) Watson¹

M, b. 31 July 1827, d. 5 August 1900

Father

Robert (of Robt.) Watson b. c 1807

Mother

Polly Thornton b. c 1798

Last Edited

26 Sep 2015

Birth*

31 July 1827

Robert was born on 31 July 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

25 February 1847

He married Henrietta 'Henny' Watson, daughter of Zadock Watson and Frances Read, on 25 February 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Watson and the bride's name was blank in Turman's book..³

Census head*

1850

Robert was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Watson the head of HH#70, a 22 year old sailor with real estate valued at $700. Listed with him were Henny Watson, age 18; and Mary Watson, age 12..⁴

Census head

1860

Robert was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robt. Watson the head of HH#1055, age 31, with real estate valued at $800 and personal property valued at $725. Listed with him were the following Watsons: Henrietta, age 28: Layfaette, age 5; and David B., age 3. Also listed were Geo. Carter, age 9; Jessie B. Watson, age 7; Jas. Pointer, age 22 and born in DE; Lydia Pointer, age 21 & born in VA; and David Pointer, age 17 & born in DE..⁵

Marriage*

3 May 1874

He married Harriet Hancock on 3 May 1874 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Watson, a 44 year old widowed oysterman, the son of Robert & Polly Watson and she was shown as Harriet Hancock, age 24 & single, born in Wor Co, MD & living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Major & Tabitha Hancock..¹

Death*

5 August 1900

Robert died on 5 August 1900 at age 73.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family 1

Henrietta 'Henny' Watson b. c 1832, d. 1872

Marriage*

25 February 1847

Child

William Layfaette Watson+ b. 27 Jan 1855, d. 23 Jul 1909

Family 2

Harriet Hancock b. c 1850

Marriage*

3 May 1874

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.
[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.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Henrietta 'Henny' Watson¹

F, b. circa 1832, d. 1872

Father

Zadock Watson b. c 1800, d. Jun 1845

Mother

Frances Read b. c 1800

Last Edited

3 Oct 2009

Birth*

circa 1832

Henrietta was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Will - Father's*

15 August 1844

Henrietta was named in her father's will on 15 August 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was named as a daughter Henny Watson in the will of Zadock Watson..¹

Marriage*

25 February 1847

She married Robert (of Robt) Watson, son of Robert (of Robt.) Watson and Polly Thornton, on 25 February 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Watson and the bride's name was blank in Turman's book..³

Census w/husband*

1850

Henrietta was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Henny Watson, age 18 in HH#70 headed by Robert Watson, a 22 year old sailor. Also in this household was Mary Watson, age 12, who was also named as a daughter in the will of Zadock Watson..²

Death*

1872

She died in 1872.⁴

Family

Robert (of Robt) Watson b. 31 Jul 1827, d. 5 Aug 1900

Child

William Layfaette Watson+ b. 27 Jan 1855, d. 23 Jul 1909

Citations

[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 575 (will of Zadock Watson).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S744] Mary Frances Carey, Peter Watson of Swansicutt Creek, Worcester County, Maryland and Accomack County, Virginia, Descendants, p. 65 (Watson Chart VI).

Scarburgh Watson¹

F, b. circa 1835

Father

Zadock Watson b. c 1800, d. Jun 1845

Mother

Frances Read b. c 1800

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1835

Scarburgh was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.

Will - Father's*

15 August 1844

Scarburgh was named in her father's will on 15 August 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Scarburgh Watson in the will of Zadock Watson..¹

Citations

[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 575 (will of Zadock Watson).

Jesse R. Watson¹

M, b. 22 April 1852, d. 27 November 1931

Father

William T. Watson b. c 1825, d. Apr 1858

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1828

Last Edited

3 Jun 2018

Birth*

22 April 1852

Jesse was born on 22 April 1852 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.²

Will - Father's*

12 April 1858

Jesse was named in his father's will on 12 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as an underage son Jesse R. Watson in the will of William T. Watson..¹

Marriage*

3 January 1875

He married Mary Catherine Andrews, daughter of William D. Andrews and Mary Ann Mason, on 3 January 1875 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jessie R. Watson, a 22 year old sailor, born & living on Chincoteage Island, the son of William T. & Eliz'th Watson and she was shown as Catharine Andrews, age 16, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of William & Mary Andrews.³

Death*

27 November 1931

Jesse R. Watson died on 27 November 1931 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA, at age 79.²

Burial*

Jesse was buried at Greenwood Cemetery, Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone book shows him as Jesse R. Watson (h/o Mary C) 22 Apr 1852 - 27 Nov 1931.²

Family

Mary Catherine Andrews b. 2 Dec 1859, d. 14 Oct 1942

Child

John Henry Watson+⁴ b. 28 Feb 1881, d. 17 Oct 1965

Citations

[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 574 (will of William T. Watson).
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S2282] James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories II, J.W. Taylor & Downing Cemeteries.

George C.W. Watson¹

M, b. circa 1854

Father

William T. Watson b. c 1825, d. Apr 1858

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1828

Last Edited

30 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1854

George was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA.

Will - Father's*

12 April 1858

George was named in his father's will on 12 April 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named as an underage son George C.W. Watson in the will of William T. Watson..¹

Citations

[S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 574 (will of William T. Watson).

Isaac Daniel Jones¹

M, b. 4 July 1865, d. 13 December 1933

Father

John A. (of Daniel) Jones b. c 1829

Mother

Arra 'Airy' Lewis b. c 1831

Last Edited

12 Mar 2022

Birth*

4 July 1865

Isaac was born on 4 July 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.^1,2,3

Census w/parents*

1870

Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac D. Jones, age 7 in HH#TI60 headed by John A. Jones, a 40 year old oysterman..²

Marriage*

20 July 1887

He married Malinda Birch, daughter of Thomas Lingo Birch and Sophia Ann Hill, on 20 July 1887 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac D. Jones, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of Jno. A. & Airy Jones and she was shown as Malinda Birch, age 16 the daughter of Thos. L. & Ann Birch. They were married at Chincoteagure Island by S.U. Grimsley..¹

Census head*

1910

Isaac was listed as a head of household in the census of 1910 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Isaac D. Jones, a 46 year old widowed oysterman. Listed with him were the following Joneses: Roland J., a 15 year old son; Morris E., a 12 year old son; Linda, a 9 year old daughter; Daniel, a 5 year old son; and Frederick, a 3 year old son.⁴

Death*

13 December 1933

He died on 13 December 1933 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA, at age 68. He was shown as Isaac D. Jones, a 68 year old widowed oysterman, the son f John A. Jones (born Chincoteague, VA) and Ara L. Lewis (born MD). He died of accidental drowning by falling out of a boat.³

Family

Malinda Birch b. c 1871, d. b 1910

Children

Ernest L. Jones+ b. 1888, d. 1960

John Burton Jones b. 1892, d. 1978

Mary Linda 'Malinda' Jones+⁴ b. 22 Mar 1901, d. 24 Mar 1992

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Issac D Jones in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.

Malinda Birch¹

F, b. circa 1871, d. before 1910

Father

Thomas Lingo Birch b. c 1823

Mother

Sophia Ann Hill b. 1825, d. 25 Jun 1887

Last Edited

12 Mar 2022

Birth*

circa 1871

Malinda was born circa 1871 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

20 July 1887

She married Isaac Daniel Jones, son of John A. (of Daniel) Jones and Arra 'Airy' Lewis, on 20 July 1887 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac D. Jones, a 23 year old oysterman, the son of Jno. A. & Airy Jones and she was shown as Malinda Birch, age 16 the daughter of Thos. L. & Ann Birch. They were married at Chincoteagure Island by S.U. Grimsley..¹

Married Name

20 July 1887

As of 20 July 1887,her married name was Jones.

Death*

before 1910

Malinda Birch died before 1910 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA.²

Family

Isaac Daniel Jones b. 4 Jul 1865, d. 13 Dec 1933

Children

Ernest L. Jones+ b. 1888, d. 1960

John Burton Jones b. 1892, d. 1978

Mary Linda 'Malinda' Jones+² b. 22 Mar 1901, d. 24 Mar 1992

Citations

[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, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.

Thomas Lingo Birch¹

M, b. circa 1823

Father

Joseph Birch b. c 1790

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks b. c 1791

Last Edited

18 Feb 2010

Birth*

circa 1823

Thomas was born circa 1823 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

6 January 1847

He married Sophia Ann Hill, daughter of Annie Hill Hill(?), on 6 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Thomas Lingo Birch and she as Ann Hill. No other information was given..³

Census head*

1850

Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas L. Birch the head of HH#91, a 27 year old sailor. Listed with him were Sophia Birch, age 25 and Elizabeth Birch, age 8..²

Census head

1860

Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown twice in the 1860 census. First as Thos. L. Birch the head of HH#1061, a 37 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Birches: Sophia, age 20; Matilda, age 10; Jno. W., age 8; Nancy M., age 6; Atlanta, age 5; Molly E., age 4; and Thos. W., age 2. Second as Thomas Birch the head of HH#1092, a 36 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Birches: Anna, age 23; Matilda A., age 14; William, age 12; Nancy, age 10; Atalanta, age 7; Molly, age 2; and Thomas, age 2/12..⁴

Census head

1870

Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Birch the head of HH#TI102, a 48 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $100 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Birches: Sophia A., age 38; John W., an 18 year old oysterman; Nancy M., age 16; Atlanta, age 14; Mary E., age 12; Elizabeth, age 10; Hatula, age 6; and Roxilla L., age 4..⁵

Anecdote*

25 June 1887

Thos. L. Birch gave the information on his wife, Annie's death record. She died on 25 Jun 1887 in Accomack Parish.⁶

Marriage

31 May 1889

He married Mary Wheeler, daughter of James Wheeler and Elizabeth (-----), on 31 May 1889 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas L. Birch, a 66 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Joseph & Elizabeth Birch. She was shown as Mary Hudson, a 46 year old widow, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of James & Eliza Wheeler. They were married by S.U. Grimsley..¹

Family

Sophia Ann Hill b. 1825, d. 25 Jun 1887

Marriage*

6 January 1847

He married Sophia Ann Hill, daughter of Annie Hill Hill(?), on 6 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Thomas Lingo Birch and she as Ann Hill. No other information was given..³

Children

Jane Birch+¹ b. c 1862

Malinda Birch+ b. c 1871, d. b 1910

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.

Sophia Ann Hill¹

F, b. 1825, d. 25 June 1887

Mother

Annie Hill Hill(?) b. c 1790

Last Edited

18 Feb 2010

Birth*

1825

Sophia was born in 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

6 January 1847

She married Thomas Lingo Birch, son of Joseph Birch and Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks, on 6 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as Thomas Lingo Birch and she as Ann Hill. No other information was given..³

Married Name

6 January 1847

As of 6 January 1847,her married name was Birch.

Census w/husband*

1850

Sophia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sophia Birch, age 25 in HH#91 headed by Thomas L. Birch, a 27 year old sailor..²

Death*

25 June 1887

Sophia died on 25 June 1887 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Annie Birch who died of consumption at the age of 60 years. She was the daughter of Annie Hill, born in Acc Co, VA, a housekeeper, the wife of Thos. L. Birch, who gave the information..⁴

Family

Thomas Lingo Birch b. c 1823

Children

Jane Birch+⁵ b. c 1862

Malinda Birch+ b. c 1871, d. b 1910

Citations

[S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Annie Hill Hill(?)

F, b. circa 1790

Last Edited

31 Mar 2001

Birth*

circa 1790

Annie was born circa 1790.

Family

Child

Sophia Ann Hill+ b. 1825, d. 25 Jun 1887

Bertha Ellen Quillen¹

F, b. 31 October 1889, d. 28 July 1932

Father

Samuel E. Quillen b. 1857

Mother

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton b. 1859, d. 1936

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

31 October 1889

Bertha was born on 31 October 1889 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

26 June 1907

She married Ernest L. Jones, son of Isaac Daniel Jones and Malinda Birch, on 26 June 1907 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ernest L. Jones, a 19 year old oysterman, the son of Isaac D. & Malinda Jones, and she was shown as Bertha E. Quillen, age 18, the daughter of Samuel E. & Elizabeth Quillen. They were married by E.S. Liddell..¹

Married Name

26 June 1907

As of 26 June 1907,her married name was Jones.

Death*

28 July 1932

Bertha died on 28 July 1932 at age 42.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.³

Family

Ernest L. Jones b. 1888, d. 1960

Child

Alice Malinda Jones+ b. c 1910

Citations

[S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
[S742] Jean Beldin, to Moody K. Miles.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

Ernest L. Jones¹

M, b. 1888, d. 1960

Father

Isaac Daniel Jones b. 4 Jul 1865, d. 13 Dec 1933

Mother

Malinda Birch b. c 1871, d. b 1910

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1888

Ernest was born in 1888 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

26 June 1907

He married Bertha Ellen Quillen, daughter of Samuel E. Quillen and Sarah Elizabeth Thornton, on 26 June 1907 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Ernest L. Jones, a 19 year old oysterman, the son of Isaac D. & Malinda Jones, and she was shown as Bertha E. Quillen, age 18, the daughter of Samuel E. & Elizabeth Quillen. They were married by E.S. Liddell..¹

Death*

1960

Ernest died in 1960.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

Bertha Ellen Quillen b. 31 Oct 1889, d. 28 Jul 1932

Child

Alice Malinda Jones+ b. c 1910

Citations

[S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

Samuel E. Quillen¹

M, b. 1857

Father

Hillary P. Quillen b. c 1830

Mother

Jane E. Jones b. c 1830

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1857

Samuel was born in 1857 at Worcester Co, MD.²

Marriage*

24 September 1879

He married Sarah Elizabeth Thornton, daughter of James Washington Thornton Sr. and Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough, on 24 September 1879 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l E. Quillen, a 21 year old sailor, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Hillary P. & Jane E. Quillen. She was shown as Eliz'th Thornton, age 18, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daugher of James W. & Delilah Thornton. They were married by I.T. Adkins..¹

Family

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton b. 1859, d. 1936

Children

Bertha Ellen Quillen+ b. 31 Oct 1889, d. 28 Jul 1932

Elsie Mildred Quillen b. 1896, d. 1986

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.

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton¹

F, b. 1859, d. 1936

Father

James Washington Thornton Sr. b. 22 Dec 1842, d. 19 Feb 1908

Mother

Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough b. 11 Oct 1844, d. 29 Jan 1912

Last Edited

19 Mar 2004

Birth*

1859

Sarah was born in 1859 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1860

Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Thornton, age 1 in HH#1103 headed by Jas. Thornton, a 22 year old oysterman..³

Census w/parents

1870

Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Thornton, age 11 in HH#TI7, headed by James W. Thornton, a 31 year old oysterman..⁴

Marriage*

24 September 1879

She married Samuel E. Quillen, son of Hillary P. Quillen and Jane E. Jones, on 24 September 1879 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Sam'l E. Quillen, a 21 year old sailor, born in Worcester Co, MD and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Hillary P. & Jane E. Quillen. She was shown as Eliz'th Thornton, age 18, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daugher of James W. & Delilah Thornton. They were married by I.T. Adkins..¹

Married Name

24 September 1879

As of 24 September 1879,her married name was Quillen.

Obituary - Father's*

19 February 1908

Sarah was named in her father's obituary on 19 February 1908. She was shown as a daughter Mrs. Samuel Quillen in the obituary of James Thornton..⁵

Death*

1936

Sarah died in 1936.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah E. Quillen, the wife of Samuel E. Quillen..²

Family

Samuel E. Quillen b. 1857

Marriage*

24 September 1879

Children

Bertha Ellen Quillen+ b. 31 Oct 1889, d. 28 Jul 1932

Elsie Mildred Quillen b. 1896, d. 1986

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.
[S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, Pen Ent 22 Feb 1908 issue.

Hillary P. Quillen

M, b. circa 1830

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1830

Hillary was born circa 1830 at Worcester Co, MD.

Marriage*

14 June 1856

He married Jane E. Jones on 14 June 1856 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

Family

Jane E. Jones b. c 1830

Child

Samuel E. Quillen+ b. 1857

Citations

[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.

Jane E. Jones

F, b. circa 1830

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1830

Jane was born circa 1830.

Marriage*

14 June 1856

She married Hillary P. Quillen on 14 June 1856 at Worcester Co, MD.¹

Married Name

14 June 1856

As of 14 June 1856,her married name was Quillen.

Family

Hillary P. Quillen b. c 1830

Child

Samuel E. Quillen+ b. 1857

Citations

[S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.

Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough¹

F, b. 11 October 1844, d. 29 January 1912

Father

Mother

Last Edited

18 Dec 2018

Birth*

11 October 1844

Delilah was born on 11 October 1844 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

Delilah was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Deliliah Wimbres, age 10 in HH#119 headed by Griffin Wimbres, a 31 year old sailor..³

Marriage*

5 October 1857

She married James Washington Thornton Sr., son of John D. Thornton and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Tarr, on 5 October 1857 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Thornton, a 21 year old waterman, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the son of John D. & Betsey Thornton and she was shown as Delilah Wimber, age 16, born and living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Griffin & Betsy Wimber. They were married by P. Bowdin at his house. John A.M. Whealton said he was over age 21..¹

Married Name

5 October 1857

As of 5 October 1857,her married name was Thornton.

Census w/husband*

1860

Delilah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Delilah Thornton, age 20 in HH#1103 headed by Jas. Thornton, a 22 year old oysterman..⁴

Census w/husband

1870

Delilah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza Thornton, a 26 year old house keeper in HH#TI7, headed by James W. Thornton, a 31 year old oysterman..⁵

Census w/husband

1880

Delilah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Delila Thornton, a 37 year old wife and house keeper in a household headed by James W. Thornton, a 40 year old oyster planter..⁶

Death*

29 January 1912

Delilah died on 29 January 1912 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA, at age 67. She was shown as Delilah Thornton, who died on Monday at the age of 72 years. She was the relict of the late James W. Thornton. She was survived by 7 children, 5 girls and 2 boys. Chincoteague, Accomack News, 3 Feb 1912, issue..^7,2

Burial*

Her body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Delilah A. Thornton, wife of James W. Thornton..²

Family

James Washington Thornton Sr. b. 22 Dec 1842, d. 19 Feb 1908

Marriage*

5 October 1857

Children

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton+ b. 1859, d. 1936

Annie Thornton b. c 1864

Phoebe A. Thornton b. c 1867

Ellen Thornton b. c 1868

James W. Thornton Jr.+ b. 7 Apr 1871, d. 28 Jul 1941

Emmons G. Thornton b. 1874, d. 1949

Ella Belle Cane Thornton b. 19 Aug 1877, d. 28 Jun 1971

Laura V. Thornton+ b. 14 Jun 1881, d. 23 Jan 1915

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.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).
[S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912.

Griffin (of Wm W) Wimbrough¹

M, b. circa 1819

Father

William W. Wimbrough² b. c 1785

Mother

Sally Jester² b. c 1787, d. b 26 Feb 1833

Last Edited

25 Jan 2022

Birth*

circa 1819

Griffin was born circa 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.³

Rev War Vet relative*

26 February 1833

He was shown to be related to a Rev War veteran on 26 February 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. John Jester, who served in the Virginia Navy in the Rev. War, died intestate. James Jester, Elijah Jester, Rachel Turlington, Kendal Jester, Leah Jester, Anny Jester, Henry Wimbro and Griffin Wimbro are the only heirs at law of the said John Jester.¹

Marriage*

4 July 1839

He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sharpley, daughter of William Sharpley and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 4 July 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts and Edward P. Pitts were the securities on the M.L.B. of Griffin Wimbro and Elizabeth Sharpley which was dated 29 Jan 1836. Another entry shows they were married on 4 Jul 1839..⁴

Census head*

1850

Griffin was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Griffin Wimbres the head of HH#119, a 31 year old sailor. Listed with him were Elizabeth Wimbres, age 25; Delilah, Wimbres, age 10; William Wimbres, age 7; John Wimbres, age 2; and William Thornton, age 14..³

Census head*

1860

Griffin was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. HH#1040 was headed by Griffin Wimbrough, a 44 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Wimbroughs: Betsey, age 32; Wm., a 15 year old oysterman; Jno. Thos., age 12; and Henrietta, age 10.⁵

Reported death*

9 April 1892

He reported a death on 9 April 1892 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Wimbrough, who died 9 Apr 1892 in the Is. Dist, of unknown causes, was shown as the son of Griffith Wimbrough, who gave the information.⁶

Family

Children

William B. (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. 20 Oct 1842, d. 16 Apr 1927

Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. 11 Oct 1844, d. 29 Jan 1912

John Thomas (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. c 1848, d. 9 Apr 1892

Henrietta (of Griffin) Wimbrough+⁵ b. 20 Feb 1851, d. 24 May 1915

Oliver Logan Wimbrough⁷ b. 24 Dec 1860, d. 30 Jan 1941

Citations

[S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 43 (heirs of John Jester).
[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Russell-Zion Ancestral Tree Mark III by Keith Russell.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S2895] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Douglas Parker Wimbrow Jr.

Elizabeth 'Betsy' Sharpley

F, b. circa 1825

Father

William Sharpley¹ b. c 1794

Mother

Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis¹ b. c 1795

Last Edited

25 Dec 2018

Birth*

circa 1825

Elizabeth was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

4 July 1839

She married Griffin (of Wm W) Wimbrough, son of William W. Wimbrough and Sally Jester, on 4 July 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. David Watts and Edward P. Pitts were the securities on the M.L.B. of Griffin Wimbro and Elizabeth Sharpley which was dated 29 Jan 1836. Another entry shows they were married on 4 Jul 1839..³

Married Name

4 July 1839

As of 4 July 1839,her married name was Wimbrough.

Census w/husband*

1850

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Wimbres, age 25 in HH#119 headed by Griffin Wimbres, a 31 year old sailor..²

Census w/husband*

1860

Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1040 was headed by Griffin Wimbrough, a 44 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Wimbroughs: Betsey, age 32; Wm., a 15 year old oysterman; Jno. Thos., age 12; and Henrietta, age 10.⁴

Family

Children

William B. (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. 20 Oct 1842, d. 16 Apr 1927

Delilah Eliza (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. 11 Oct 1844, d. 29 Jan 1912

John Thomas (of Griffin) Wimbrough+ b. c 1848, d. 9 Apr 1892

Henrietta (of Griffin) Wimbrough+⁴ b. 20 Feb 1851, d. 24 May 1915

Oliver Logan Wimbrough⁵ b. 24 Dec 1860, d. 30 Jan 1941

Citations

[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Russell-Zion Ancestral Tree Mark III by Keith Russell.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S2895] Rob Hall (C.R.V. Hall) < and e-mail address>, Ancestors of Douglas Parker Wimbrow Jr.

Mary Wheeler¹

F, b. circa 1843

Father

James Wheeler b. c 1820

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1820

Last Edited

13 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1843

Mary was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

31 May 1889

She married Thomas Lingo Birch, son of Joseph Birch and Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks, on 31 May 1889 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas L. Birch, a 66 year old widowed oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Joseph & Elizabeth Birch. She was shown as Mary Hudson, a 46 year old widow, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of James & Eliza Wheeler. They were married by S.U. Grimsley..¹

Married Name

31 May 1889

As of 31 May 1889,her married name was Birch.

Family

Thomas Lingo Birch b. c 1823

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Joseph Birch

M, b. circa 1790

Last Edited

10 Aug 2016

Birth*

circa 1790

Joseph was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Marriage*

circa 1810

He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks, daughter of Arthur Cherricks, circa 1810. Accorcing to Dr. Bill Burton, she was Elizabeth Cherricks..^2,3

Land sold*

21 April 1821

Joseph Birch sold land on 21 April 1821 at Assateague Island, Accomack Co, VA. Mary Chericks, Joseph Burch & wife Elizabeth of Assateague Island, John Cherricks & wife Ann, George Burch & wife Patience of Chincoteague Island sold 46 acres for $46 to Isaac Lewis of Assateague Island bounded on the N.W. by land that divides Assateague from Chincoteague, S.W. & S.E. by beach & sand hills claimed by John Winder as property of his children, N.E. by said Isaac Lewis. All signed with their X mark.⁴

Land bought*

17 July 1824

He bought land on 17 July 1824 at Assateague Island, Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Lewis & wife Elizabeth of Assateague Island sold half of a tract of land to Joseph Burch containing 14 acres for $23 which said Lewis bought of Arthur Cherrix (dec'd)'s heirs situated on Assateague Island, bounded on the N.W. by the sound dividing Assateague Island from Chincoteague Island, N.E. by said Isaac Lewis, S.E. by beach & sand hills claimed by John Winder as property of his children, S.W. by John Winder as property of his children. Signed: Isaac (his X mark) Lewis and Betsy (her X mark) Lewis, having been examined separately.⁵

Marriage

circa 1838

He married Ruth (-----) circa 1838.¹

Census head*

1850

Joseph was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Birch the head of HH#132, a 60 year old laborer. Listed with him were Ruth Birch, age 30; James Birch, age 10 and David Birch, age 3..¹

Census head

1860

Joseph was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Birch the head of HH#1090, age 83 years. Listed with him were the following Birchs: Ruth, age 40; James, age 19; and David, age 14..⁶

Family 1

Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks b. c 1791

Marriage*

circa 1810

He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks, daughter of Arthur Cherricks, circa 1810. Accorcing to Dr. Bill Burton, she was Elizabeth Cherricks..^2,3

Children

William F. Birch+ b. 21 Aug 1815, d. 9 Apr 1897

John J. Birch+ b. c 1820

Thomas Lingo Birch+ b. c 1823

Mary A. Birch b. c 1825

Comfort Birch+ b. c 1828

Henry Birch+ b. c 1834

Family 2

Ruth (-----) b. c 1820

Marriage

circa 1838

He married Ruth (-----) circa 1838.¹

Children

James S. Birch+ b. c 1839

David Birch b. c 1847

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), p. 54 (marriage of Thomas L. Birch to Mary Hudson).
[S809] Dr. William S. Burton, to M.K. Miles.
[S849] VA Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 019, 1821-1822, p. 57 (heirs of Arthur Cherrix to Isaac Lewis).
[S850] VA Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 021, 1824-1825, p. 215 (Isaac Lewis & wife Eliabeth to Joseph Burch).
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.

Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks

F, b. circa 1791

Father

Arthur Cherricks¹ b. c 1760

Last Edited

10 Aug 2016

Birth*

circa 1791

Elizabeth was born circa 1791.

Marriage*

circa 1810

She married Joseph Birch circa 1810. Accorcing to Dr. Bill Burton, she was Elizabeth Cherricks..^2,3

Married Name

circa 1810

As of circa 1810,her married name was Birch.

Land sold*

21 April 1821

Elizabeth 'Betsy' (of Arthur) Cherricks sold land on 21 April 1821 at Assateague Island, Accomack Co, VA. Mary Chericks, Joseph Burch & wife Elizabeth of Assateague Island, John Cherricks & wife Ann, George Burch & wife Patience of Chincoteague Island sold 46 acres for $46 to Isaac Lewis of Assateague Island bounded on the N.W. by land that divides Assateague from Chincoteague, S.W. & S.E. by beach & sand hills claimed by John Winder as property of his children, N.E. by said Isaac Lewis. All signed with their X mark.⁴

Family		Joseph Birch b. c 1790
Children	1.	William F. Birch+ b. 21 Aug 1815, d. 9 Apr 1897
	2.	John J. Birch+ b. c 1820
	3.	Thomas Lingo Birch+ b. c 1823
	4.	Mary A. Birch b. c 1825
	5.	Comfort Birch+ b. c 1828
	6.	Henry Birch+ b. c 1834

Citations

[S842] Sandra 'Leigh' (Young) Bundick Chase, to M.K. Miles.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 54 (marriage of Thomas L. Birch to Mary Hudson).
[S809] Dr. William S. Burton, to M.K. Miles.
[S849] VA Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 019, 1821-1822, p. 57 (heirs of Arthur Cherrix to Isaac Lewis).

John Burton Jones¹

M, b. 1892, d. 1978

Father

Isaac Daniel Jones b. 4 Jul 1865, d. 13 Dec 1933

Mother

Malinda Birch b. c 1871, d. b 1910

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1892

John was born in 1892 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

circa 1915

He married Elsie Mildred Quillen, daughter of Samuel E. Quillen and Sarah Elizabeth Thornton, circa 1915.^1,3

Death*

1978

John died in 1978.³

Burial*

His body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.³

Family

Elsie Mildred Quillen b. 1896, d. 1986

Citations

[S742] Jean Beldin, to Moody K. Miles.
[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.

Elsie Mildred Quillen¹

F, b. 1896, d. 1986

Father

Samuel E. Quillen b. 1857

Mother

Sarah Elizabeth Thornton b. 1859, d. 1936

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1896

Elsie was born in 1896 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

circa 1915

She married John Burton Jones, son of Isaac Daniel Jones and Malinda Birch, circa 1915.^1,2

Married Name

circa 1915

As of circa 1915,her married name was Jones.

Death*

1986

Elsie died in 1986.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

John Burton Jones b. 1892, d. 1978

Citations

[S742] Jean Beldin, to Moody K. Miles.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

Alice Malinda Jones¹

F, b. circa 1910

Father

Ernest L. Jones b. 1888, d. 1960

Mother

Bertha Ellen Quillen b. 31 Oct 1889, d. 28 Jul 1932

Last Edited

23 Mar 2008

Birth*

circa 1910

Alice was born circa 1910 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.

Citations

[S742] Jean Beldin, to Moody K. Miles.

William B. (of Griffin) Wimbrough¹

M, b. 20 October 1842, d. 16 April 1927

Father

Mother

Last Edited

18 Dec 2018

Birth*

20 October 1842

William was born on 20 October 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Wimbres, age 7 in HH#119 headed by Griffin Wimbres, a 31 year old sailor..¹

Census w/parents

1860

William was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1040 was headed by Griffin Wimbrough, a 44 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Wimbroughs: Betsey, age 32; Wm., a 15 year old oysterman; Jno. Thos., age 12; and Henrietta, age 10.³

Marriage*

31 January 1870

He married Delitha Ellen Gordy on 31 January 1870 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Wimbrough (no age shown) and Ellen Gordy (no age shown)..⁴

Census w/sister*

1870

William was listed with his sister in the census of in 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Wimbrough, a 23 year old oysterman with personal property valued at $100 in HH#TI7, headed by James W. Thornton, a 31 year old oysterman. Also listed just below him was Ellen Wimbrough, age 19 and keeping house. They had been married in February..⁵

Death*

16 April 1927

William died on 16 April 1927 at age 84.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Mechanics Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as William B. Wimbrough, 20 Oct 1842 - 16 Apr 1927, who was buried near D. Ellen Wimbrough..²

Family

Delitha Ellen Gordy b. 1853, d. 26 Apr 1943

Marriage*

31 January 1870

He married Delitha Ellen Gordy on 31 January 1870 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as William Wimbrough (no age shown) and Ellen Gordy (no age shown)..⁴

Child

Nelson M. 'Tess' Wimbrough+ b. 1878, d. 1962

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.
[S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

John Thomas (of Griffin) Wimbrough¹

M, b. circa 1848, d. 9 April 1892

Father

Mother

Descendants of Richard Hill (Gentleman, Hunting Creek)
Descendants of Thomas Hunt (Gentleman, Old Plantation Creek)
Descendants of Capt. Edmund Scarburgh (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of John Wilkins (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Col. John Wise (Gentlemen, Chesconessex)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West)

Charts

Last Edited

24 Dec 2018

Birth*

circa 1848

John was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/parents*

1850

John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Wimbres, age 2 in HH#119 headed by Griffin Wimbres, a 31 year old sailor..²

Census w/parents*

1860

John was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1040 was headed by Griffin Wimbrough, a 44 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $500 and personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Wimbroughs: Betsey, age 32; Wm., a 15 year old oysterman; Jno. Thos., age 12; and Henrietta, age 10.³

Marriage*

30 January 1875

He married Rosey A. Dunton, daughter of John T. Dunton (Dunston?) and Cassey D. 'Kessy' Coard, on 30 January 1875 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John T. Wimbrough, a 23 year old oysterman, born in Acc Co, the son of Griffin & Betsy Wimbrough and she was shown as Rosey Dunston, age 22, the daughter of John & Kessay Dunston.⁴

Marriage*

28 January 1882

John Thomas (of Griffin) Wimbrough married Susanna Harrison on 28 January 1882 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Wimbrough, a 35 year old widowed sailor, the son of Griffin & Eliz'th Wimbrough and she was shown as Susanna Harrison, age 18, born in N'hamp Co & living in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm & Fanny Harrison.⁴

Death*

9 April 1892

John Thomas (of Griffin) Wimbrough died on 9 April 1892 at Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Wimbrough, who died 9 Apr 1892 in the Is. Dist, of unknown causes, the son of Griffith Wimbrough, who gave the information.⁵

Burial*

John was buried at Mechanics Cemetery, Chincoteague Island, Accomack Co, VA. Carpenter shows him as John T. Wimbrough, 1847-4/9/1892, the son of Griffith & Elizabeth & his 1st wife was Rosey (Dunton) and his 2nd wife was Susanna (Harrison).⁶

Family 1

Rosey A. Dunton b. c 1850, d. 20 Aug 1879

Marriage*

30 January 1875

Children

Medora 'Dorrie' Wimbrough⁷ b. 25 Nov 1875

John William Wimbrough+¹ b. 15 Aug 1877, d. 21 Feb 1945

Family 2

Susanna Harrison b. c 1864

Marriage*

28 January 1882

Citations

[S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Russell-Zion Ancestral Tree Mark III by Keith Russell.
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
[S996] Mr. James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories, The Cemeteries of Chincoteague.
[S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.

Sarah E. Sharpley¹

F, b. circa 1833

Father

William Sharpley b. c 1794

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1805

Last Edited

14 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1833

Sarah was born circa 1833 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

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 E. Sharply, age 17 in HH#71 headed by William Sharply, a 56 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Nancy Sharpley¹

F, b. circa 1837

Father

William Sharpley b. c 1794

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1805

Last Edited

27 Jan 2022

Birth*

circa 1837

Nancy was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Nancy was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nancy Sharply, age 13 in HH#71 headed by William Sharply, a 56 year old farmer..¹

Married Name

20 August 1854

As of 20 August 1854,her married name was Townsend.²

Marriage*

20 August 1854

William Townsend and Nancy Sharpley were married by Nancy Sharpley on 20 August 1854 at Accomack Co, VA; He was shown as Wm. Townsend, a 24 year old sailor, born in MD & living at Chinco: Isld, the son of Gorah & Nancy Townsend and she was shown as Nancy Sharpley, age 17, born & living at Chinco: Isld, the daughter of Wm. & Elizabeth Sharpley. They were married at the residence of Elizth Sharpley.²

Family

William Townsend b. c 1822

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).

Maria C. Sharpley^1,2

F, b. circa 1838

Father

William Sharpley b. c 1794

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1805

Charts

Last Edited

27 Jan 2022

Birth*

circa 1838

Maria was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Maria was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Maria Sharply, age 12 in HH#71 headed by William Sharply, a 56 year old farmer..¹

Married Name

4 April 1857

As of 4 April 1857,her married name was Townsend.²

Marriage*

4 April 1857

She married William Townsend, son of Gorale Townsend and Mary (-----), on 4 April 1857 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Townsend, a 35 year old widowed mariner, born in Acc Co & living at Chinco: Isld, the son of Gorale & Mary Townsend and she was shown as Maria C. Sharpley, age 18, born & living at Chinco: Isld, the daughter of William & Elizabeth Sharpley.²

Marriage*

1 May 1866

She married Isaac Melvin, son of Samuel Melvin (s/o Jms & Nancy) and Elizabeth Douglas, on 1 May 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Melvin, a 23 year old sailor, the som of Sam'l & Eliz'th Melvin and she was shown as Maria C. Townsend, a 27 year old widow, the daughter of Wm. & Betsy Sharply. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr..²

Married Name

1 May 1866

As of 1 May 1866,her married name was Melvin.

Family 1

William Townsend b. c 1822

Child

Mary Elizabeth Townsend+² b. c 1857

Family 2

Isaac Melvin b. c 1843

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).

Daniel Sharpley¹

M, b. circa 1840

Father

William Sharpley b. c 1794

Mother

Elizabeth (-----) b. c 1805

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1840

Daniel was born circa 1840 at Accomack Co, VA.¹

Census w/parents*

1850

Daniel was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Daniel Sharply, age 10 in HH#71 headed by William Sharply, a 56 year old farmer..¹

Citations

[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.

Levin Townsend¹

M, b. circa 1827, d. before 1870

Father

Gorah Townsend b. c 1800

Mother

Mary (-----) b. c 1800

Last Edited

27 Jan 2022

Birth*

circa 1827

Levin was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Census w/another*

1850

Levin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Townsend, a 23 year old laborer in HH#71 headed by William Sharply, a 56 year old farmer..²

Marriage*

12 April 1860

He married Mary A. Carpenter, daughter of Revel Carpenter and Elizabeth Bowen, on 12 April 1860 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Townsend, a 33 year old widowed sailor, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the son of Gorah & Mary Townsend and she was shown as Mary Carpenter, age 23, born & living on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of Revel & Elizabeth Carpenter. They were married by P. Bowdin Sr. and the license was dated 31 Jan 1860 and Wm. M. Feddeman said both were over age 21..¹

Death*

before 1870

Levin Townsend died before 1870 at Chincoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was evidently dec'd by the 1870 census, as HH#139 was headed by John Carpenter, a 28 year old oysterman with real estate valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Carpenters: Elizabeth, age 23; Ann, age 2; Elizabeth, age 55 and Mary A., age 33. (NOTE: This was the only Carpenter family in Accomack Parish.)³

Family

Mary A. Carpenter b. c 1837

Citations

[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
[S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

Marvin Daisey¹

M, b. 1909, d. 1991

Father

James W. Daisey b. 1861, d. 1939

Mother

Malinda Ann Thornton b. 1872, d. 1932

Charts

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1909

Marvin was born in 1909 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Marriage*

circa 1930

He married Tressie Howard, daughter of J. Hilton Howard and Birtha Cherricks, circa 1930.²

Death*

1991

Marvin died in 1991.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

Tressie Howard b. 1911

Child

Malinda Ann Daisey+ b. 22 May 1939, d. 23 Sep 1997

Citations

[S1835] Tammy Lynn Daisey Walker.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

Tressie Howard¹

F, b. 1911

Father

J. Hilton Howard b. 1891, d. 1938

Mother

Birtha Cherricks b. 1894, d. 1987

Charts

Last Edited

1 Apr 2001

Birth*

1911

Tressie was born in 1911 at Accomack Co, VA.²

Marriage*

circa 1930

She married Marvin Daisey, son of James W. Daisey and Malinda Ann Thornton, circa 1930.²

Married Name

circa 1930

As of circa 1930,her married name was Daisey.

Burial*

Her body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

Marvin Daisey b. 1909, d. 1991

Child

Malinda Ann Daisey+ b. 22 May 1939, d. 23 Sep 1997

Citations

[S1835] Tammy Lynn Daisey Walker.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

James W. Daisey¹

M, b. 1861, d. 1939

Father

William H. Daisey b. c 1842

Mother

Mary E. Melvin b. c 1846

Charts

Last Edited

12 Apr 2001

Birth*

1861

James was born in 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1870 census puts his birth at 1862 and his marriage record puts it at 1864, but his tombstone shows 1861..²

Census w/parents*

1870

James was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Daisey, age 8 in HH#TI192 headed by William Daisey, a 28 year old oysterman..³

Marriage*

17 March 1891

He married Malinda Ann Thornton, daughter of John James Thornton and Mary Ann Bloxom, on 17 March 1891 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas Daisey, a 27 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. H. & Mary Daisey and she was shown as Matilda Ann Thornton, age 16, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of John J. & Mary Ann Thornton. They were married by G.E. Wood..¹

Death*

1939

James died in 1939.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

Malinda Ann Thornton b. 1872, d. 1932

Child

Marvin Daisey+ b. 1909, d. 1991

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.
[S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.

Malinda Ann Thornton¹

F, b. 1872, d. 1932

Father

John James Thornton b. 22 Sep 1844, d. 28 Jul 1932

Mother

Mary Ann Bloxom b. 17 Nov 1848, d. 23 Feb 1914

Charts

Last Edited

2 Apr 2004

Birth*

1872

Malinda was born in 1872 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. Her Acc Co Birth Record shows she was born 18 Apr 1873 on Chincoteague Island, the daughter of J.J. (an oysterman on Chincoteague Island) and Mary A. Thornton. Her father gave the information..^2,3

Census w/parents*

1880

Malinda was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Malinda Thornton, an 8 year old daughter in a household headed by John J. Thornton, a 35 year old laborer..⁴

Marriage*

17 March 1891

She married James W. Daisey, son of William H. Daisey and Mary E. Melvin, on 17 March 1891 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas Daisey, a 27 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, the son of Wm. H. & Mary Daisey and she was shown as Matilda Ann Thornton, age 16, born and living in Acc Co, the daughter of John J. & Mary Ann Thornton. They were married by G.E. Wood..¹

Married Name

17 March 1891

As of 17 March 1891,her married name was Daisey.

Death*

1932

Malinda died in 1932.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Greenwood Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

James W. Daisey b. 1861, d. 1939

Child

Marvin Daisey+ b. 1909, d. 1991

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.
[S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
[S748] LDS Family History Resource File, 1880 United States Census and National Index (CD Set).

J. Hilton Howard¹

M, b. 1891, d. 1938

Father

John K. Howard b. c 1870

Mother

Jane Daisey b. 13 Dec 1875

Last Edited

14 Apr 2001

Birth*

1891

J. was born in 1891 at Accomack Co, VA.^2,3

Marriage*

28 May 1908

He married Birtha Cherricks, daughter of Thomas B. Cherricks and Della F. Bowden, on 28 May 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hilton Howard, a 19 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of John K. & Jane Howard and she was shown as Bertha Cherricks, age 17, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Thomas B. & Dallas Cherricks. The were married by E.S. Liddell..¹

Death*

1938

J. died in 1938.²

Burial*

His body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

Birtha Cherricks b. 1894, d. 1987

Child

Tressie Howard+ b. 1911

Citations

[S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
[S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).

Birtha Cherricks¹

F, b. 1894, d. 1987

Father

Thomas B. Cherricks b. c 1866

Mother

Della F. Bowden b. 18 Oct 1872, d. 17 Dec 1960

Last Edited

13 Apr 2001

Birth*

1894

Birtha was born in 1894 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Marriage*

28 May 1908

She married J. Hilton Howard, son of John K. Howard and Jane Daisey, on 28 May 1908 at Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Hilton Howard, a 19 year old oysterman, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of John K. & Jane Howard and she was shown as Bertha Cherricks, age 17, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Thomas B. & Dallas Cherricks. The were married by E.S. Liddell..¹

Married Name

28 May 1908

As of 28 May 1908,her married name was Howard.

Death*

1987

Birtha died in 1987.²

Burial*

Her body was interred at Daisey Cem, Chincoteague, Acc Co, VA.²

Family

J. Hilton Howard b. 1891, d. 1938

Child

Tressie Howard+ b. 1911

Citations

[S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
[S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.

John K. Howard

M, b. circa 1870

Last Edited

14 Apr 2001

Birth*

circa 1870

John was born circa 1870.

Marriage*

circa 1890

He married Jane Daisey, daughter of James Daisey and Catharine Mason, circa 1890.

Family

Jane Daisey b. 13 Dec 1875

Child

J. Hilton Howard+ b. 1891, d. 1938

Jane Daisey¹

F, b. 13 December 1875

Father

James Daisey b. c 1846

Mother

Catharine Mason b. c 1847

Last Edited

14 Apr 2001

Birth*

13 December 1875

Jane was born on 13 December 1875 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Daisey, born in Acc Parish on 13 Dec 1875, the daughter of of James of D. (oysterman living in Acc Co) and Cath. Daisey. Her father gave the information..¹

Marriage*

circa 1890

She married John K. Howard circa 1890.

Married Name

circa 1890

As of circa 1890,her married name was Howard.

Family

John K. Howard b. c 1870

Child

J. Hilton Howard+ b. 1891, d. 1938

Citations

[S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.

Thomas B. Cherricks¹

M, b. circa 1866