Griffin Oldham
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Griffin was born circa 1800. |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | He married Leah (-----) circa 1820. |
Leah (-----)
F, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Leah was born circa 1800. |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | She married Griffin Oldham circa 1820. |
| Married Name | circa 1820 | As of circa 1820,her married name was Oldham. |
Thomas W. West1
M, b. circa 1849
| Birth* | circa 1849 | Thomas was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. W. West, age 1 in HH#557 headed by Geo. West of Mitch'l, a 25 year old merchant with real estate valued at $1,500..1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Pungoteague P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas M. West, age 12 in HH#1177 headed by George S. West, a 35 year old farmer.2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
George W. Stringer1
M, b. circa 1816
| Birth* | circa 1816 | George was born circa 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 December 1820 | George was named in his father's will on 24 December 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Smith Stringer gave wife Elizabeth ... All my estate to be sold & proceeds to my children George W. Stringer & Juliet C. Stringer. The money arising after debts should be applied to the purchase of another plantation & my wife Elizabeth to have 1/3 of the purchase. Witt: Richard Read, Peter Cutler & Hillery B. Stringer.3 |
| Marriage* | 20 December 1847 | He married Sally Ames, daughter of Zadock Ames, on 20 December 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. John J. Nock and Revel West were the securities on the M.L.B. of George W. Stringer and Sally Ames of Zodiah. Another record from this same source shows they were married on 21 Dec 1847..4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Stringer the head of HH#558, a 34 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250. Listed with him were the following Stringers: Sally, age 32; Isabeller, age 9; Comfort, age 7; and Nervilla, age 4..2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 512 (will of Smith Stringer).
- [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. 512 (will of Smith Stringer, wife Elizabeth).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Sally Ames1
F, b. circa 1818
| Birth* | circa 1818 | Sally was born circa 1818 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 20 December 1847 | She married George W. Stringer, son of Smith Stringer and Elizabeth Bell, on 20 December 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. John J. Nock and Revel West were the securities on the M.L.B. of George W. Stringer and Sally Ames of Zodiah. Another record from this same source shows they were married on 21 Dec 1847..1 |
| Married Name | 20 December 1847 | As of 20 December 1847,her married name was Stringer. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Sally was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Stringer, age 32 in HH#558 headed by Geo. W. Stringer, a 34 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..2 |
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.
Zadock Ames
M, b. 29 September 1778
| Birth* | 29 September 1778 | Zadock was born on 29 September 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2308] Anne (Apperson) Turlington, M.K. Miles.
- [S20] Lucy Ames Edwards, Ames, Mears and Allied Lines of Accomack County, Virginia, p. 33 (chart of Ames Family).
Isabella Stringer1
F, b. circa 1841
| Birth* | circa 1841 | Isabella was born circa 1841 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1850 | Isabella was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Isabella Stringer, age 9 in HH#558 headed by Geo. W. Stringer, a 34 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Comfort Stringer1
F, b. circa 1843
| Birth* | circa 1843 | Comfort was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1850 | Comfort was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Comfort Stringer, age 7 in HH#558 headed by Geo. W. Stringer, a 34 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Nervilla Stringer1
F, b. circa 1846
| Birth* | circa 1846 | Nervilla was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1850 | Nervilla was listed with her father in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nervilla Stringer, age 4 in HH#558 headed by Geo. W. Stringer, a 34 year old shoemaker with real estate valued at $250..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John A. Edwards Jr.1
M, b. circa 1827
| Birth* | circa 1827 | John was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 January 1831 | John was named in his father's will on 18 January 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John A. Edwards gave son John Edwards the plantation whereon I now reside containing 75 acres & 8 acres of wood land adjoining Lewis Belote land formerly called the Lewis land which is a part of the land I bought of John Bull Jr.. To son William Thomas Edwards my other plantation which I bought of John Bull Jr., except the 8 acres of wood land, containing 125 acres & $550. (Both sons under lawful age & unmarried.) If both sons die under age & without heirs, then to my wife Nancy Edwards & my half-sister Margaret Badger. To my half-sister Margaret Badger, $50. Wife to have the privilege of taking her choice of all my Negroes including those I received by marriage with her. To son John the slaves Peter, Arlington, Mark, Nelly & Lucyanna a child. To son William Thomas the slaves Peter, Edwards, Britannia, Mary, Adah & George. Balance to my two sons John Edwards & William Thomas Edwards. Wife to board & clothe my two sons until they are severally age 5 at $25 per year each. John Arlington shall not be allowed directly or indirectly to meddle with or have any control over my estate either as an appraiser, auditor or in any possible way or manner. My Negro Peter whose time I bought at Thomas Edmunds sale to be hired out annually until he is 21 old. Friend Capt. Isaac Smith & Levin James Extrs. Witt: Vespasian Ellis, Isma Wyatt Sr. & Henry P. Parker. Prob: On 24 Feb 1834 the will was partly proved by the oath of Henry P. Parker. Levin James was appointed Curator to take care of & collect the personal estate, with Thomas James, Edmund Mason, John A. Ames & James Shield securities. The will was fully proved by Isma Wyatt with Thomas James, Edmund Mason, John A. Ames & William Belote securities.3 |
| Chancery suit* | 4 June 1840 | He was named in a chancery suit on 4 June 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. In a chancery cause of James S. Edwards (an infant represented by John Arlington his next friend or guardian) plaintiff, against John A. Edwards' Extrs & others (John Edwards, William Edwards & Ann Edwards) defendants, it was recorded that the said report be confirmed and that the division and assignment of slaves therein mentioned be held firm & stable amongst the parties forever & that the cost of the suit be borne by the plaintiff & the defendants as follows: 1/3 part by Ann Edwards & the remaining 2/3 part by plaintiff & defendants John & William Edwards in equal proportions & that the infant defendants be allowed 6 months after they severally and respectively arrive to the age of 21 years to then cause if any they can against this decree.4 |
| Marriage* | 12 December 1846 | He married Margaret Sally Burton on 12 December 1846 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John A. Edwards and Margaret S. Burtin. No other information was given..5 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 26 March 1849 | John was named in his uncle's will on 26 March 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as nephew John A. Edwards, son of John A. dec'd, in the will of John Arlington..1 |
| Will - Mother's* | 28 June 1849 | John was named in his mother's will on 28 June 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Ann S. Edwards gave to son John A. Edwards. Balance to my son Isaac J. Edwards. Brother John Arlington Extr. Witt: John Arlington & William W. Finney. Probate 30 Dec 1850 with John W.H. Parker & William P. Moore Jr. securities.6 |
| Census head* | 1850 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. A. Edwards the head of HH#559, a 23 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Edwards: Sally, age 23; Jno., age 2; and Sally T., age 3/12. Also listed was Wm. Sample, a 24 year old black laborer.2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 12 (will of John Arlington).
- [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. 185 (will of John A. Edwards, wife Nancy).
- [S1979] Accomack County, Chancery Orders, Superior Court of Law & Chancery, 1831-1845, p. 186 (James S. Edwards vs John A. Edwards' Extrs & others).
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 185 (will of Ann S. Edwards).
Margaret Sally Burton
F, b. circa 1827
| Birth* | circa 1827 | Margaret was born circa 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 December 1846 | She married John A. Edwards Jr., son of John A. Edwards Sr. and Ann S. 'Nancy' (175) Arlington, on 12 December 1846 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as John A. Edwards and Margaret S. Burtin. No other information was given..2 |
| Married Name | 12 December 1846 | As of 12 December 1846,her married name was Edwards. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Edwards, age 23 in HH#559 headed by Jno. A. Edwards, a 23 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
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.
John Edwards1
F, b. circa 1848
| Birth* | circa 1848 | John was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Edwards, age 2 in HH#559 headed by Jno. A. Edwards, a 23 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Sally T. Edwards1
F, b. circa 1850
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Sally was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally T. Edwards, age 3/12 in HH#559 headed by Jno. A. Edwards, a 23 year old farmer with real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
| Birth* | circa 1850 | Sally was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
George Guy1
M, b. circa 1802, d. February 1840
| Birth* | circa 1802 | George was born circa 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 17 November 1819 | George was named in his father's will on 17 November 1819 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will George Guy gave one third of my estate to wife Betsey & the balance to children Thomas, George, Robert, Ann Bayly Guy & Betsey L. Guy. Friend Frederick Floyd Extr. Witt: Levin Ames, Abel Bradford & Elizabeth Mears. Prob: James Garrison & George S. Savage securities.2 |
| Marriage* | 5 March 1834 | He married Margaret Webb, daughter of Thomas H. Webb and Anne 'Nancy' Teackle (246) Stringer, on 5 March 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George Guy and Margaret Webb. No other information was given..3 |
| Death* | February 1840 | George died in February 1840.4 |
| Admin of estate* | 24 February 1840 | Administration of George's estate was filed on 24 February 1840. It was on this date that Thomas Guy & Benjamin Hargis were named to settle the estate of George Guy. John J. Ayres, Thomas C. Mason & Major Savage were the securities.4 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 239 (will of George Guy).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 239 (will of George Guy, wife Betsy).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 239 (adm. of George Guy).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 576 (will of Ann Webb).
Margaret Webb1
F, b. circa 1798
| Birth* | circa 1798 | Margaret was born circa 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 5 March 1834 | She married George Guy, son of George Guy, on 5 March 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George Guy and Margaret Webb. No other information was given..3 |
| Married Name | 5 March 1834 | As of 5 March 1834,her married name was Guy. |
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. 576 (will of Ann Webb).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
George B. Guy1,2
M, b. 30 December 1834, d. 24 January 1909
| Birth* | 30 December 1834 | George was born on 30 December 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Guy the head of HH#560, age 16 and living alone..3 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | George was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Guy, age 15 in HH#823 headed by Benj. Hargis, a 46 year old farmer. Also listed was Ann Hargis, age 40, who was evidently his aunt..3 |
| Marriage* | 27 February 1867 | He married Arinthia J. Garrison, daughter of George Smith Garrison and Elizabeth S. Pusey, on 27 February 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George B. Guy, a 30 year old sailor, the son of George Guy and she was shown as Arinthia J. Garrison, age 28, the daughter of George & Eliz'th Garrision. They were married by A.B. Dolly..2 |
| Death* | 24 January 1909 | George died on 24 January 1909 at age 74.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George B. Guy, the husband of Arinthia G. Guy and the son of Geo. & Marg't Guy..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Arinthia J. Garrison1,2
F, b. 22 September 1838, d. 12 May 1910
| Birth* | 22 September 1838 | Arinthia was born on 22 September 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Arinthia was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Arintha Garrison, age 12 in HH#691 headed by Geo. S. Garrison, a 37 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800..2 |
| Marriage* | 27 February 1867 | She married George B. Guy, son of George Guy and Margaret Webb, on 27 February 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George B. Guy, a 30 year old sailor, the son of George Guy and she was shown as Arinthia J. Garrison, age 28, the daughter of George & Eliz'th Garrision. They were married by A.B. Dolly..1 |
| Married Name | 27 February 1867 | As of 27 February 1867,her married name was Guy. |
| Death* | 12 May 1910 | Arinthia died on 12 May 1910 at age 71.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Arinthia G. Guy, the husband of George B. Guy and the daughter of O.S. & Elizabeth A. Garrison..3 |
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.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
George Smith Garrison1
M, b. circa 1813
| Birth* | circa 1813 | George was born circa 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Land cause* | 1 April 1818 | He was named in a land cause on 1 April 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. That a certain John Garrison late of this county being in his life seized in fee of and in two tracts of land situate in the county aforesaid, containing 370 acres, and being so seized on the ____ day of ____ 1809 made and published his last will and testament & devised to your orator John W. Garrison 130 acres of land, and 240 acres of land being in two tracts to be divided between his four daughters, Peggy, Elizabeth, Charlotte & Maria Garrison; that the said 130 acres have been laid off and assigned to your orator John; That Maria, one of the aforesaid devisees, departed this life on the ____ day of ____ 1810 intestate and without issue, leaving her next of heirs the following brothers & sisters on the part of her father, viz: your orators John & Samuel Garrison and Caty, then wife of your orator William Garrison, of the half blood, and Peggy, Elizabeth & Charlotte, sisters of the whole blood, to all of whom the said 1/4 of the said Maria in the said 240 acres of land descended; that Caty, the wife of your orator William, departed this life in October 1817, leaving five children, to-wit: William, Sally, Margaret, Smith & Elizabeth Garrison, to whom her said 1/9 of said 240 acres descended equally, subject to the right of your orator William as tenant by curtesy; that your orator John bought of your orator Samuel his 1/9 of 1/4 of said lands, so that the said 240 acres of land remains now to be divided as follows: To Peggy, Elizabeth & Charlotte each by virtue of the will 1/4, and by descent from Maria 2/9 of 1/4; to John W. Garrison 1/9 of 1/4 by purchase from Samuel Garrison, and to William, Sally, Margaret, Smith & Elizabeth, children of Caty, 1/9 of 1/4 subject to the right of your orator William as tenant by curtesy &c.1 |
| Land cause | 28 November 1821 | He was named in a land cause on 28 November 1821 at Matchapungo Creek, St. Georges Parish, Acc Co, VA. That a certain Peggy Garrison late of this county, departed this life under the age of 21 years and without issue in the year 1821; that the said Peggy Garrison at the time of her death was possessed in her own right in fee simple of the undivided 1/3 of two tracts of land situate on the waters of Matshapungo Creek in this county, containing by estimation together 220 acres; that the said lands belonged to the said Peggy Garrison and Elizabeth and Charlotte Garrison as tenants in common, the principal part of the land having been devised to them by their deceased father, John Garrison, and the residue having descended to them from their deceased sister, Maria Garrison; that the said Peggy Garrison at her death left as her next of kin and heirs at law two sisters of the whole blood, viz: the said Elizabeth & Charlotte Garrison, and two brothers of the half blood, John W. and Samuel Garrison, and also left two nephews and their nieces of the half blood, viz: your orators and oratrixes, William, Sally, Margaret Smith & Elizabeth Garrison who are the children of Caty Garrison, dec., who was a sister of the half blood to the said Peggy Garrison &c.4 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 26 September 1825 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 26 September 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George S. Garrison, an orphan making claims against the estate of William Garrison, widow Easter.2 |
| Marriage* | 30 September 1833 | He married Elizabeth S. Pusey on 30 September 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Welburn B. Garrison and George L. Rogers were the securities on the M.L.B. of George Garrison and Elizabeth Peusey..5 |
| Census head* | 1850 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. S. Garrison the head of HH#691, a 37 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800. Listed with him were the following Garrisons: Elizabeth, age 39; Wm, a 16 year old student; Geo. Jr., age 14; Arintha, age 12; Bary, age 9; Susan, age 4; and Oren, age 1..3 |
Citations
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 117 (Garrison vs Garrison).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 223 (settlement of William Garrison, Littleton Willis Admr).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 127 (Garrison vs Garrison).
- [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).
Elizabeth S. Pusey
F, b. circa 1811
| Birth* | circa 1811 | Elizabeth was born circa 1811 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 30 September 1833 | She married George Smith Garrison, son of William (190) Garrison Sr. and Catherine 'Caty' Garrison, on 30 September 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Welburn B. Garrison and George L. Rogers were the securities on the M.L.B. of George Garrison and Elizabeth Peusey..2 |
| Married Name | 30 September 1833 | As of 30 September 1833,her married name was Garrison. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Garrison, age 39 in HH#691 headed by Geo. S. Garrison, a 37 year old farmer with real estate valued at $800..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Col. Nathaniel (337) Darby1
M, b. 15 June 1754, d. 13 November 1811
| Birth* | 15 June 1754 | Nathaniel was born on 15 June 1754 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 19 April 1759 | Nathaniel was named in his grandmother's will on 19 April 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Nathaniel Darby, son of my daughter Rachel, in the will of Mary Bell, son Nathaniel Bell..2 |
| Rev War Veteran* | 1776 | Nathaniel served in the Revolutionary War in in 1776 at Germantown, PA. He was an ensign and lieutenant in the 9th Virginia Regiment and was taken prisoner at Germantown, PA and after his exchange served with the 5th Virginia Regiment until the end of the war..1 |
| Death* | 13 November 1811 | Nathaniel died on 13 November 1811 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 57.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Darby's Wharf Farm, N'hamp Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Col. Nathaniel Barby, son of Benjamin & Rebecca, 15 Jun 1754 - 13 Nov 1811. As an officer he served his country with unsullied reputation during her glorious contest with Great Britain..3 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 532 (Anthony West Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 223 (will of Mary Bell, son Nathaniel Bell).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
Harriet Burleigh Darby (148) Parramore1,2
F, b. circa 1799, d. 20 August 1880
| Birth* | circa 1799 | Harriet was born circa 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 29 May 1820 | She married John Custis (66) Parramore, son of Capt. Thomas (28) Parramore Sr. and Ann Hack, on 29 May 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. James N. Bayly was the security on the M.L.B. of John C. Parramore and Harriet B.D. Parramore..3 |
| Marriage | 24 February 1837 | She married Col. Thomas Hatton Kellam I, son of Capt. John Kellam and Margaret Hatton, on 24 February 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. H. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas H. Kellam and Mrs. Harriet B.D. Parramore. They were married by W.B. Snead on 28 Feb 1837..4 |
| Married Name | 24 Feb 1837 (bond) | As of 24 Feb 1837 (bond),her married name was Kellam. |
| Will - Husb's* | 24 September 1841 | Harriet was named in her husband's will on 24 September 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my wife Hariet B.D. Kellam in the will of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr.5 |
| Will - Mother's* | 4 July 1843 | Harriet was named in her mother's will on 4 July 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Harriet B.D. Kellam in the will of Mary D. Parramore. She gave her my Occohannock lands known as Concord and after her death to Thomas, Mariana & Henrietta Parramore.6 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Harriet was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet Kellam the head of HH#561, age 40 (probably 50) with real estate valued at $12,000. Listed with her were: Thos. Parramore, a 21 year old lawyer; Henrieta, Parramore, age 18; Jno Kellam, age 12; Sally Parramore, age 32; and Betsy Window, age 60..7 |
| Death* | 20 August 1880 | Harriet died on 20 August 1880 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Harriet B.D. Kellam, who died of general debility at the age of 81 years. She was the daughter of Thos. & Mary Parramore, born in Acc Co, and a widowed housekeeper. A friend John L. Fitchett gave the information..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 417 (will of Mary D. Parramore) & p. 418 (will of Thomas Parramore).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 193 (will of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr, wife Hariet B.D. Kellam).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 417 (will of Mary D. Parramore).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John Custis (66) Parramore1,2
M, b. circa 1790, d. before 14 April 1834
| Birth* | circa 1790 | John was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1815 | John was named in his father's will on 5 June 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Parramore Senr deviseed to son John Custis Parramore & his heirs forever, the tract of land where on I now live containing by estimation six hundred acres also the land I purchased of the heirs of Edward Ker dec'd supposed to contain one hundred & fifty acres commonly called chance purchase also the land devised to me by the will of my father supposed to contain one hundred acres also the privilege that belongs to me under the will of my father all which said lands & privileges on Parramore's island or beach. I give to my said son John C. Parramore the following Negro slaves, Isaac Senr, Isaac Junr, George, Daniel Senr, Daniel Junr, Frank, Joe, Harry, Edmond, Levin, Peter, Stoan, Rachael, Adah, Chloey, Sophy & John. I give to my grand son Thomas Parramore Parker the tract of land I purchased of James Ashby situate in the county of Accomack containing by estimation eighty four acres & adjoining the lands of Smith Stringer, Elijah Ames & Wm Edmunds- also I give to my said grand son two Negroes Sam & Edgar I also give my said grand son five thousand dollars provided nevertheless that if my said grandson should die under the age of twenty one years & without issue, in that event, all the aforesaid property I give to my son John C. Parramore. My will is that all the property before given to my grandson shall remain in the hands of my executor until my said grandson shall arrive at lawful age or marry & that my said executor shall account with & pay annually to the guardian of my said grandson for his education the rents issues & profits of said property from & after the arrival of my said grandson to the age of twelve years. I give to my niece Sally Stran one Negro girl named Leah & the sum of five hundred dollars in cash provided she my said niece makes no claim on my estate for her services rendered in my family since she lived with me. I give to my son in law William A. Parker one Negro by name Jeffrey. Lastly I constitute & appoint my son John Custis Parramore my executor. Signed, Thomas Parramore Senr. Witnesses: M. S. Pitts and Wm A. Christian. At probate administrator was John C. Parramore. Bond $30,000. Appraisers: John C. West, John T. Elliott, Major S. Pitts and William White Sr. No administration records.3 |
| Marriage* | 1 February 1816 | He married Sarah Emery (391) Tabb, daughter of Thomas (126) Tabb and Elizabeth Harmanson Teackle, on 1 February 1816 at Mathews Co, VA.4 |
| Marriage* | 29 May 1820 | He married Harriet Burleigh Darby (148) Parramore, daughter of Thomas (63) Parramore and Mary 'Molly' Darby, on 29 May 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. James N. Bayly was the security on the M.L.B. of John C. Parramore and Harriet B.D. Parramore..5 |
| Death* | before 14 April 1834 | John died before 14 April 1834 at Northampton Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present, p. 137.
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 782 (Parramore Family).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 88 (will of Thomas Parramore Senr).
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 790 (Parramore Family).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Col. Thomas Hatton Kellam I1
M, b. 6 July 1790, d. 25 September 1841
| Birth* | 6 July 1790 | Thomas was born on 6 July 1790 at Evergreen, Hack's Neck, Accomack Co, VA.3,2,1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 11 September 1799 | Thomas was named in his uncle's will on 11 September 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my nephew Thomas Hatton Kellam in the will of Walter Hatton.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1800 | He inherited land in 1800 at Wachapreague, Acc Co, VA. In 1791 Zorobabel Kellam (wife Mary) left his home place on tract A45 "to my son Thomas in case he ever returns home, but if he does not return then to my son John Kellam for life and then to my grandson Thomas H. Kellam." In 1812 Thomas H. Kellam sold the original 130 aces to Thomas Ashby. While it was not traced further, the major part of the land later became owned by John S. Mears, and the western part by Dr. George LeCato.4 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 3 April 1809 | Thomas was named in his grandmother's will on 3 April 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Mary Read, St. George Parish, gave to grandson Zorobabel Kellam large Bible & silver tea tongs. To grandson Thomas Hatton Kellam ... To grandson John Kellam … To grandson William Thomas Harrison $25. To old Negro Morea 1 year's support & also I leave Thomas Kellam £25 to take care of the old woman Morea. If he will not he must give the sum up to them that will. To Catherine Harmon & Mary Dunton & Morea … The remainder to gandson John Kellam & great grandson Ezra Jacob Kellam & great grandson Thomas Kellam Dunton. Grandson Thomas Kellam Extr. Witt: James Coleburn, William Doughty & Tabitha Doughty. Prob: John Henderson & Joseph Ames securities.5 |
| Est Settm't GrMother* | 24 September 1810 | He was named in the settlement of his grandmother's estate on 24 September 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Estate settlement of Mary Read - 11 Oct 1809 (Invy), 24 Oct 1809 (Sale), 21 Sep 1810 (Audit), 24 Sep 1810 (Rec'd) - Legacy to Zorobabel Kellam, Thomas H. Kellam, John Kellam, Mary Dunton & Catharine Harmanson. Buyers: Candis free woman, Moses (Negro), Richard Read, Luther H. Read & Edmond Read. Auditors: Edmond Read & James J. Teackle.6 |
| Marriage* | 22 January 1819 | He married Elizabeth Bell Jacob, daughter of Col. Robert C. Jacob and Elizabeth Hack, on 22 January 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Bowdoin was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas H. Kellam and Elizabeth B. Dorsey. They were married on 23 Jan 1819. Bible records show they were married on Saturday the 23 Jan 1819.7,8 |
| Marriage* | 24 February 1837 | He married Harriet Burleigh Darby (148) Parramore, daughter of Thomas (63) Parramore and Mary 'Molly' Darby, on 24 February 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. H. Parker was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas H. Kellam and Mrs. Harriet B.D. Parramore. They were married by W.B. Snead on 28 Feb 1837..7 |
| Will* | 24 September 1841 | Thomas made a will on 24 September 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. It is my will and desire that all the Negroes and other personal property I got by my wife Hariet B. D. Kellam be subject to the payment of my debts firstly and then my other personal property if my debts be not satisfied. It is my will and desire that my wife Hariett B. D. Kellam be content with one third of my real and personal estate during her life. It is my will and desire that my son Thos H. Kellam have my farm in Accomack County known and called Evergreen and lying on Pungoteague Creek containing five hundred and seventy five acres provided he gives all his right and title to his mother's land in Savage's Neck to his sister Ann E. Kellam and Robert Jacob Kellam his brother. I give to my daughter Ann E. Kellam one half of my land in this county and lying in Savage's Neck on Cherrystone Creek containing three hundred and seventy five acres and including her mother's land and the other half of said land I give to my son Robert J. Kellam. I give to my son John Custis Kellam all the Negroes that may be saved after paying my debts which I came in possession of by marriage with his mother Hariett B. D. Kellam. I do hereby constitute and appoint my friends Peter S. Bowdoin and George T. Yerby executors. Signed, Thos H. Kellam Senr. Witnesses: George Bagwell, Henry Hawley, Jas M. Savage.9 |
| Death* | 25 September 1841 | Thomas died on 25 September 1841 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 51. Thomas Hatton Kellam was of "Evergreen" in Accomack County..3,2,1 |
| Burial* | | Thomas was buried at Evergreen, Hacks Neck, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Est settm't* | 9 October 1843 | His estate was settled on 9 October 1843 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter S. Bowdoin and George T. Yerby administrators. Bond $40,000. Appraisers: John C. Mapp, George Brickhouse, Littleton W. Young and William W. Cutler. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales made at Evergreen in Accomack County, taken on December 16, 1841. Recorded on July 10, 1843. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales at Concord in Northampton County. Taken on December 13, 1841. Recorded on August 14, 1843. Audit and Settlement. Peter S. Bowdoin and George T. Yerby administrators. Starts in September 1841. Inv 40 pages 550-553. Recorded on October 9, 1843. Audit and Settlement. Peter S. Bowdoin and George T. Yerby administrators. Starts on September 18, 1843. Recorded on November 8, 1847.10 |
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Elizabeth Bell Jacob b. 3 Nov 1793, d. 26 Dec 1835 |
| Marriage* | 22 January 1819 | He married Elizabeth Bell Jacob, daughter of Col. Robert C. Jacob and Elizabeth Hack, on 22 January 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Bowdoin was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas H. Kellam and Elizabeth B. Dorsey. They were married on 23 Jan 1819. Bible records show they were married on Saturday the 23 Jan 1819.7,8 |
| Children | 1. | Thomas Hatton Kellam II+11 b. 28 Oct 1819, d. 10 Jul 1907 |
| | 2. | Ann Eastburn Kellam+12 b. 27 Feb 1820, d. 17 Feb 1892 |
| | 3. | Robert Jacob Kellam12 b. c 1821 |
| | 4. | Elizabeth Margaret Kellam12 b. 7 Apr 1822, d. a 1837 |
| | 5. | Susan Jacob Kellam12 b. Oct 1823, d. a 1837 |
| | 6. | Rebecca Nichols Kellam12 b. c 1826, d. a 1837 |
| | 7. | John Henry Kellam12 b. c 1832, d. a 1837 |
Citations
- [S2028] Bryan Scott Godfrey, Bryan Godfrey Research Files.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 255 (will of Walter Hatton).
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 788 (Parramore Family).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 781 (tract A45).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 438 (will of Mary Read, St. George Parish, grandson Thomas Kellam Extr).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 438 (settlement of Mary Read).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 1, Jacobs (Robert Jacob & Elizabeth Hack) Family Bible.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 193 (will of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr, wife Hariet B.D. Kellam).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 194 (settlement of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 46 (will of Margaret Beard, widow).
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present, p. 133 (Hack Family).
Thomas (156) Parramore1,2
M, b. circa 1829
| Birth* | circa 1829 | Thomas was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1849 | He married Henrietta (-----) circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Parramore, a 21 year old lawyer in HH#561 headed by Harriet Kellam, age 40 (probably 50) with real estate valued at $12,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 790 (Parramore Family).
Henrietta (-----)
F, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Henrietta was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1849 | She married Thomas (156) Parramore, son of John Custis (66) Parramore and Harriet Burleigh Darby (148) Parramore, circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1849 | As of circa 1849,her married name was Parramore. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Henrietta was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Henrieta Parramore, age 18 in HH#561 headed by Harriet Kellam, age 40 (probably 50) with real estate valued at $12,000. Also listed was Thos. Parramore, a 21 year old lawyer, who was either her husband or brother..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John Custis Parramore Kellam1,2
M, b. circa 1838
| Birth* | circa 1838 | John was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 September 1841 | John was named in his father's will on 24 September 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son John Custis Kellam in the will of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr, wife Hariet B.D. Kellam.3 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Kellam, age 12 in HH#561 headed by Harriet Kellam, age 40 (probably 50) with real estate valued at $12,000..1 |
| Census w/mother | 1860 | John was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John C.P. Kellam, age 22 in HH#402 headed by Harriet B.D. Kellam, age 50..4 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1861 | He married Mary T. Moore, daughter of William Perry Moore Jr. and Mary A. Smith, on 30 January 1861 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as John C.P. Kellam, a 22 year old farmer, the son of Thomas H. & Harriet Kellam and she was shown as Mary T. Moore, age 19, the daughter of Wm. P. & Mary Moore Jr.5 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 1 November 1872 | John was mentioned in a will on 1 November 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William P. Moore Sr. gave daughter Anna H. Smith $10,000; $5,000 in cash and $5,000 in bonds. To granddau. Susan Rogers, $1,000. To grandson, Edmund Potter my plantation called the "Stringer Land", 170 acres. To grandson, William P. Moore III, my plantation on Pungoteague Creek including the "Red Bank" farm, 700 acres; also my farm called the "Fisher Land" which I bought of Levi D. Dix; also my farm in Northampton County situated in Brickhouse Neck, 400 acres; also my farm near Pungoteague called the "Hill Land", 140 acres, to him and his heirs forever. Should my son William P. Moore Jr., or any of his heirs claim the lands given to William P. Moore III, then they shall forfeit to William P. Moore III the sum of $10,000 to be paid out of the part of my estate herinafter devised to my son William P. Moore Jr. To grandson William P. M. Kellam platation lying on Andua Creek known as the Augustus J. Kellam land, 300 acres. To grandson Stewart Kellam the plantation I bought of Richard W. Kellam, lying on a branch of Andua Creek, 290 acres. I hereby direct and it is my will that John C. P. Kellam and his heirs shall not have and enjoy one red cent of my estate; and should my son, William P. Moore Jr. ever bequeath and devise, directly or indirectly, any part of the estate I hereinafter give and devise to him, to the said John C. P. Kellam or any of his heirs, then in that event he shall forfeit the entire estate herein bequeathed to him. The residue of my estate real and personal to my son William P. Moore Jr. and grandson, William P. Moore III, divided equally. Son William P. Moore Jr. and grandson William P. Moore III joint execs. 1 Nov 1872. Wit: Elijah Brittingham, James M. Brickhouse. Proved 11 Nov 1872. Admitted to Probate 27 Jan 1873.6 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present, p. 133 (Hack Family).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 193 (will of Col. Thomas H. Kellam Senr, wife Hariet B.D. Kellam).
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S839] Elizabeth Smith, Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1861-1901, p. 24 (will of William P. Moore Sr.).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol 11, p. 128 (R.C. Winder, 1854 inside front cover and W.P.M. Kellum, Richmond, VA inside back cover).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
Sarah Seymour (151) Parramore1,2,3
F, b. 18 January 1801, d. 15 July 1881
| Birth* | 18 January 1801 | Sarah was born on 18 January 1801 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Parramore, age 32 in HH#561 headed by Harriet Kellam, age 40 (probably 50) with real estate valued at $12,000. (Note: Sally and Harriet were first cousins.)5 |
| Death* | 15 July 1881 | Sarah died on 15 July 1881 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 80. Her tombstone shows her as Sarah Seymour Parramore and her death record shows her as Sallie S. Parramore, who died of debility at the age of 76 years. She was the daughter of Wm. Parramore, an unmarried housekeeper. Her nephew Wm. R. Parramore gave the information..4,2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parramore Cem, Locustville, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 420 (will of William Parramore Sr.).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 789 (Parramore Family).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Ann Teackle (150) Parramore1,2
F, b. 29 November 1799, d. 31 July 1876
| Birth* | 29 November 1799 | Ann was born on 29 November 1799 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage | 24 February 1818 | She married John B(anfield) Walker, son of Lt. Levin Walker and Elizabeth Peck, on 24 February 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. George D. Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of John B. Walker and Ann T. Parramore of Wm..4 |
| Married Name | 24 February 1818 | As of 24 February 1818,her married name was Walker. |
| Will - Husb's* | 10 March 1825 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 10 March 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Ann T. Walker in the will of John B. Walker. If she was pregnant then estate to such child..5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1835 | She married Rev. Enoch Reed circa 1835.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1835 | As of circa 1835,her married name was Reed. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Ann was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Read, age 40 and born in VA in HH#650 headed by Enoch Reed, a 41 year old farmer, born in New Jersey, with real estate valued at $4,000..6 |
| Death* | 31 July 1876 | Ann died on 31 July 1876 at age 76.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Parramore Cem, Locustville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann Teagle nee Parramore Reed, who married 1st Jno. B. Walker and who married 2nd Enoch Reed..3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 420 (will of William Parramore Sr.).
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 789 (Parramore Family).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 556 (will of John B. Walker, wife Ann T.).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Rev. Enoch Reed
M, b. 3 August 1803, d. 6 August 1876
| Birth* | 3 August 1803 | Enoch was born on 3 August 1803 at Bridgetown, NJ.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1835 | He married Ann Teackle (150) Parramore, daughter of Col. William (64) Parramore and Margaret (578) Teackle, circa 1835.3 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 9 August 1839 | Enoch was named in his father-in-law's will on 9 August 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Parramore Sr. gave to my son William Parramore Jr. the land whereon I now reside & 1/5 of my undivided ½ of Parramore's Beaches & the principal & interest of a bond of $2,000 due by him to me & Negro man Bill & ... To my 2 sons William Parramore Jr. & James H. Parramore to be held by them in trust 1/5 of my undivided ½ of Parramore's Beaches, $3,000, Negroes Grace, Sarah, Maria, Charles, John & James, six silver table spoons marked "W. S. P." ... & my horse now in the possession of Enoch Read for the sole & separate use of my daughter Ann T. Read so as to not be in the control of Enoch Read, my daughter's husband & if Ann T. Read leaves a child or descendants at her death, then to them & if none to my children William Parramore Jr., James H. Parramore, Sarah S. Parramore & Margaret Parramore ... If my said daughter Ann T. Walker leave living at her death any descendants of a child ... dies under age 21 without issue ... then to the children of my said daughter Ann T. Walker. To daughter Sarah S. Parramore 1/5 of my undivided ½ of Parramore's Beaches, $3,000, Negro slaves Richard, Reller, Henry, Melinda, Nancy, Robert & Chloe, … & one silver soup spoon marked "L. T. A." ... 6 silver tea spoons marked "W. M. P." ... & one white counterpane marked "S. S. P." To daughter Margaret Parramore 1/5 of my undivided ½ of Parramore's Beaches, $3,000, Negroes slaves Aaron, Dilla, Hetty, Eliza, Mary & her child, Harriet, Emons, George, Thomas, Erasmus, Ellen & Benjamin & their future increase & ... & 6 silver tea spoons marked "P." ... & one white counterpane marked "M. P." To my daughter Sarah S. Parramore the future increase of the female Negroes & slaves given to her above. To son James H. Parramore the land whereon he resides which I purchased of Thomas Cropper Esq. adjoining the lands of said Cropper & others containing 247 acres, 1/5 of my undivided ½ of Parramore's Beaches, Negroes slaves Tabby & her 5 children Ephraim, Joe, Mary, Sally & George & Alfred together with their increase & 6 silver tea spoons marked "P." (the newest) ... To my two daughters Sarah S. Parramore & Margaret Parramore ... To my 2 daughters Margaret Parramore & Sarah S. Parramore & my son James H. Parramore, each, the undivided ¼ of remainder & to my 2 sons William Parramore Jr. & James H. Parramore the remaining ¼ thereof in trust for the same uses & purposes & subject to the same restrictions as in the second clause of my will (Ann T. Read's part). To all my children the burying ground or graveyard on the plantation herein before devised to my son William Parramore Jr. to be used by them & for no other purpose whatever. Sell land in Accomack Parish which formerly belonged to Tabitha Watson & the proceeds to son William Parramore Jr., daughters Sarah S. & Margaret & son James H., each 1/5 & sons William & James H. the remaining 1/5 to be held in trust for ... as in the second clause (daughter Ann T. Read's part). Son William Parramore Jr. Extr. Witt: Robert A. Young, George P. Scarburgh, James Shield, Thomas P. Copes & L. T. Elliott. Codicil: 10 Aug 1839 - If my daughter Ann T. Read dies without issue, then the property left for her in trust to go to my children William Parramore Jr., James H. Parramore, Sarah S. Parramore & Margaret Parramore. Witt: George P. Scarburgh, James Shield, Thomas P. Copes & Littleton T. Elliott. Prob: Bond of $60,000 with Thomas R. Joynes & Solomon Phillips securities.3 |
| Anecdote* | 1841 | He was a Methodist minister who move to St. Louis, MO in 1841, and was ordained a priest in the Episcopal Church in 1846 and held pastorates in Missouri and New Jersey and was rector of All Saints Parish, Calvert Co, MD at his death.2 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Enoch was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Enoch Read the head of HH#650, a 41 year old farmer, born in New Jersey, with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were the following Reads: Ann, age 40; Ann V., age 10; Wm. B., age 9; and Benj. E., age 7..4 |
| Death* | 6 August 1876 | Enoch died on 6 August 1876 at age 73.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parramore Cem, Locustville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Enoch Reed, the 2nd husband of Ann T. Parramore Walker..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S888] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 789 (Parramore Family).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 420 (will of William Parramore Sr.).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John B(anfield) Walker1,2
M, b. 26 April 1796, d. 7 July 1826
| Birth* | 26 April 1796 | John was born on 26 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 October 1798 | John was named in his father's will on 21 October 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John B. Walker in the will of Levin Walker, wife Elizabeth. He was given all my lands..2 |
| Marriage* | 24 February 1818 | He married Ann Teackle (150) Parramore, daughter of Col. William (64) Parramore and Margaret (578) Teackle, on 24 February 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. George D. Wise was the security on the M.L.B. of John B. Walker and Ann T. Parramore of Wm..3 |
| Will* | 10 March 1825 | He made a will on 10 March 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. Should my wife Ann T. Walker be pregnant at my death I give such child the whole of my estate, otherwise all to wife Ann. To friend & brother-in-law James H. Parramore ... Friend William Parramore Jr. Extr. Witt: Bagwell Topping & William Bird. His will was probated on 31 Jul 1826 with William Parramore Sr. & William R. Custis securities..4 |
| Death* | 7 July 1826 | John died on 7 July 1826 at age 30.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Parramore Cem, Locustville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John B. Walker, the 1st husband of Ann P. Parramore and the son of Levin & Eliz. Walker..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 408 (will of Levin Walker, wife Elizabeth).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 556 (will of John B. Walker, wife Ann T.).
Elizabeth Peck
F, b. circa 1760
| Birth* | circa 1760 | Elizabeth was born circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 12 October 1785 | She married Lt. Levin Walker, son of John Walker Sr. and Elizabeth Banfield, on 12 October 1785 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaiah Evans was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Walker and Elizabeth Peck..1 |
| Married Name | 12 October 1785 | As of 12 October 1785,her married name was Walker. |
| Will - Husb's* | 21 October 1798 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 21 October 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Elizabeth in the will of Levin Walker..2 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 408 (will of Levin Walker, wife Elizabeth).
Margaret Teackle Parramore1,2
F, b. circa 1805, d. 1 October 1846
| Birth* | circa 1805 | Margaret Teackle Parramore was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 9 August 1839 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 9 August 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Margaret Parramore in the will of William Parramore Sr.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1840 | She married Christopher Columbus 'Kit' Satchell, son of Christopher Satchell and Anne 'Nancy' (334) Bell, circa 1840.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1840 | As of circa 1840,her married name was Satchell. |
| Death* | 1 October 1846 | Margaret Teackle Parramore died on 1 October 1846.2 |
| Burial* | | Margaret was buried at Parramore Centery, Locustville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Margaret Teackle, wife of Christopher, died 1 Oct 1846.2 |
| Admin of estate* | 25 January 1847 | Administration of Margaret estate was filed on 25 January 1847 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Margaret T. Satchell was granted to Christopher C. Satchell with Thomas R. Joynes & Louis C.H. Finney securities.3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 420 (will of William Parramore Sr.).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia, p. 237 (tombstone of Margaret Teackle Satchell).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 462 (adm of Margaret T. Satchell to Christopher C. Satchell).
George M. Robins1
M, b. 23 September 1814, d. 5 December 1895
| Birth* | 23 September 1814 | George was born on 23 September 1814 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 November 1838 | He married Margaret Jane Bell, daughter of Anthony (of Wm) Bell and Tabitha (of Hy of Simon) Harmon, on 12 November 1838 at Northampton Co, VA. Hugh G. Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of George M. Robins and Margaret Jane Bell & as to George's age. She was the daughter of Mrs. Tabitha Bell, who gave consent. Wm. H. Bell & George W. Robins were witnesses..2 |
| Census head* | 1850 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Robins the head of HH#562, a 30 year old overseer. Listed with him were the following Robins: Margaret, age 25; Isabella, age 12; Wm., age 5; and Tabitha, age 3..3 |
| Death* | 5 December 1895 | George died on 5 December 1895 at age 81.1 |
Citations
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins Family Bible).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
Margaret Jane Bell1
F, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Margaret was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 28 August 1835 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 28 August 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Anthony Bell gave to my wife Tabitha Negro woman Silvey, her child Harriot & Sary and Negro man Peter as long as she lives and at her death to be equally divided between my son John and my daughters Mary Susan, Margaret Jane and Tabitha Malinda. I give to my son William my plantation whereon I live with the reservation that the land is to be always bound for the support and maintenance of my son Edward as long as he lives. I leave my old man Isaac on the place for my son William to take care of and support. I give to my son John Negro man Moses also a note of hand I hold against my sister Bridget Harman. I give to my daughter Margaret Jane Negro boy George. I give to my daughter Mary Susan Negro boy Henry. I give to my daughter Tabitha Malinda my Negro woman Leah & child and her increase & boy Smith. I give my two granddaughters Susan and Betsey Richardson a mortgage I hold on George Richardson meeting house land. I give to my son Edward to go towards his support my Negro man Levin. My two grandchildren Frederick and Alpheus Ward. I do hereby constitute and appoint my son William executor. Signed, Anthony Bell. Witnesses; W. W. Cutler, George Bell and Baly Bell.3 |
| Marriage* | 12 November 1838 | She married George M. Robins, son of Isaac Dunton Robins and Elizabeth 'Bettie' Fosque Smith, on 12 November 1838 at Northampton Co, VA. Hugh G. Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of George M. Robins and Margaret Jane Bell & as to George's age. She was the daughter of Mrs. Tabitha Bell, who gave consent. Wm. H. Bell & George W. Robins were witnesses..1 |
| Married Name | 12 November 1838 | As of 12 November 1838,her married name was Robins. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Robins, age 25 in HH#562 headed by Geo. Robins, a 30 year old overseer..2 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 181 (will of Anthony Bell, wife Tabitha).
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
Anthony (of Wm) Bell
M, b. circa 1778, d. before 11 September 1837
| Land Exchanged* | 1734 | Anthony (of Wm) Bell exchanged land in 1734 at tract N82, between Nassawadox & Marionville, Northampton Co, VA. Stott Grice exchanged 200 acres of this tract with Ezekael Bell for 100 acres of tract N84. In 1751 Bell (wife Anne) left to his son William. In 1805 William Bell (wife Elizabeth) left to his son Anthony Bell, who added to his acreage by purchases from tract N83. In 1837 Anthony Bell (wife Tabitha) left to his son William H. Bell and from him the title passed to his son (sic, to the dec'd William's brother) John F. Bell.2 |
| Birth* | circa 1778 | Anthony was born circa 1778 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 June 1802 | Anthony was named in his father's will on 21 June 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Anthony Bell in the will of William Bell, wife Elizabeth.1 |
| Marriage* | 14 September 1807 | He married Tabitha (of Hy of Simon) Harmon, daughter of Henry (of Simon) Harmon and Sinah (-----), on 14 September 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos. N. Widgeon was the security on the M.L.B. of Anthony Bell and Tabitha Harman. They were married by I. Bratten..4 |
| Will* | 28 August 1835 | Anthony made a will on 28 August 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Anthony Bell gave to my wife Tabitha Negro woman Silvey, her child Harriot & Sary and Negro man Peter as long as she lives and at her death to be equally divided between my son John and my daughters Mary Susan, Margaret Jane and Tabitha Malinda. I give to my son William my plantation whereon I live with the reservation that the land is to be always bound for the support and maintenance of my son Edward as long as he lives. I leave my old man Isaac on the place for my son William to take care of and support. I give to my son John Negro man Moses also a note of hand I hold against my sister Bridget Harman. I give to my daughter Margaret Jane Negro boy George. I give to my daughter Mary Susan Negro boy Henry. I give to my daughter Tabitha Malinda my Negro woman Leah & child and her increase & boy Smith. I give my two granddaughters Susan and Betsey Richardson a mortgage I hold on George Richardson meeting house land. I give to my son Edward to go towards his support my Negro man Levin. My two grandchildren Frederick and Alpheus Ward. I do hereby constitute and appoint my son William executor. Signed, Anthony Bell. Witnesses; W. W. Cutler, George Bell and Baly Bell.3 |
| Death* | before 11 September 1837 | He died before 11 September 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
| Land left* | 1837 | He left land in 1837 at tract N82, between Nassawadox & Marionville, Northampton Co, VA. In 1734 Stott Grice exchanged 200 acres of this tract with Ezekael Bell for 100 acres of tract N84. In 1751 Bell (wife Anne) left to his son William. In 1805 William Bell (wife Elizabeth) left to his son Anthony Bell, who added to his acreage by purchases from tract N83. In 1837 Anthony Bell (wife Tabitha) left to his son William H. Bell and from him the title passed to his son (sic, to the dec'd William's brother) John F. Bell.2 |
| Est settm't* | 11 May 1840 | His estate was settled on 11 May 1840 at Northampton Co, VA. William H. Bell executor (named in will). Bond $2,500. Appraisers: Edmund Roberts, Jacob Nottingham, Thomas J. L.L. Nottingham and John W. Leatherbury. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on December 6, 1837. Audit and Settlement. William H. Bell executor. Recorded on May 11, 1840. On January 8, 1849, John F. Bell replaced William H. Bell (who was deceased) as administrator.3 |
Citations
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 34 (will of William Bell, wife Elizabeth).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 449 (tract N82).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 181 (will of Anthony Bell, wife Tabitha).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Tabitha (of Hy of Simon) Harmon1
F, b. circa 1784
| Birth* | circa 1784 | Tabitha was born circa 1784 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 16 February 1789 | Tabitha was named in her father's will on 16 February 1789 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Henry Harman gave to son Littleton Harman 25 acres of my land. To son John Harman the remainder of my land. To wife Sinah Harman. To son George Harman (under age). To daughter Tabitha Harman. To son Thomas Harman. Bal. of negroes to wife for life, reversion to my 3 smallest children, George, Tabitha & Thomas Harman. Wife Sinah & children Littleton, George, Tabitha & Thomas Harman residual legatees. Wife Sinah, John Harman, Littleton Harman & Thomas Burton Exrs. - Witt: John Spiers, Anne Guy, Patience Savage.1 |
| Marriage* | 14 September 1807 | She married Anthony (of Wm) Bell, son of William Bell and Elizabeth (-----), on 14 September 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos. N. Widgeon was the security on the M.L.B. of Anthony Bell and Tabitha Harman. They were married by I. Bratten..3 |
| Married Name | 14 September 1807 | As of 14 September 1807,her married name was Bell. |
| Will - Husb's* | 28 August 1835 | Tabitha was named in her husband's will on 28 August 1835 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Anthony Bell gave to my wife Tabitha Negro woman Silvey, her child Harriot & Sary and Negro man Peter as long as she lives and at her death to be equally divided between my son John and my daughters Mary Susan, Margaret Jane and Tabitha Malinda. I give to my son William my plantation whereon I live with the reservation that the land is to be always bound for the support and maintenance of my son Edward as long as he lives. I leave my old man Isaac on the place for my son William to take care of and support. I give to my son John Negro man Moses also a note of hand I hold against my sister Bridget Harman. I give to my daughter Margaret Jane Negro boy George. I give to my daughter Mary Susan Negro boy Henry. I give to my daughter Tabitha Malinda my Negro woman Leah & child and her increase & boy Smith. I give my two granddaughters Susan and Betsey Richardson a mortgage I hold on George Richardson meeting house land. I give to my son Edward to go towards his support my Negro man Levin. My two grandchildren Frederick and Alpheus Ward. I do hereby constitute and appoint my son William executor. Signed, Anthony Bell. Witnesses; W. W. Cutler, George Bell and Baly Bell.4 |
| Census w/son-in-law* | 1850 | Tabitha was listed with her son-in-law in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#452 was headed by John Warren, a 27 year old farmer. Listed with him were Tabitha Warren, age 24; Tabitha Bell, age 58; Virginia Bell, age 1; and Solomon Church, a 27 year old black man.5 |
| Census head* | 1860 | Tabitha was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#524 was headed by Tabitha Bell, age 76. Listed with her was Marg't S. Robbins, age 40. Her son John F. Bell, age 44, was living next door in HH#523.2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 381 (will of Henry Harman, wife Sinah).
- [S587] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1860 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 181 (will of Anthony Bell, wife Tabitha).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
Isabella Gertrude Robins1,2
F, b. circa 1838
| Birth* | circa 1838 | Isabella was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Isabella was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Isabella Robins, age 12 in HH#562 headed by Geo. Robins, a 30 year old overseer..1 |
| Marriage* | 28 January 1886 | She married Joseph J. Robins, son of Isaac Dunton Robins and Eliza Edna Ward, on 28 January 1886 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph J. Robins, a 24 year old sailor in the Life Saving Service, the son of Isaac T. & Eliza E. Robins and she was shown as Isabella Gertrude Robins, age 25, the daughter of George W. & Margaret Robins..2,3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S626] Dee Ann Buck, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
William Robins1
M, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | William was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Robins, age 5 in HH#562 headed by Geo. Robins, a 30 year old overseer..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Tabitha Robins1
F, b. circa 1847
| Birth* | circa 1847 | Tabitha was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Tabitha was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Tabitha Robins, age 3 in HH#562 headed by Geo. Robins, a 30 year old overseer..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Garrison Burton1
M, b. 14 July 1788, d. December 1865
| Birth* | 14 July 1788 | Garrison was born on 14 July 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 10 March 1803 | Garrison was named in his brother's will on 10 March 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Garrison Burton in the will of John Burton.4 |
| Marriage* | 9 May 1814 | He married Sally A.T. Elliott, daughter of Pvt. Teackle Elliott (DAR#A037595) and Margaret 'Peggy' Warrington (Warrington?), on 9 May 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. Parker Copes was the security on the M.L.B. of Garrison Burton and Sally Elliott. (Note: Turman's marriage book show 1804, but perhaps is was 1814 which fits better with her father's and brother's will named her and the births of her children.)5 |
| Will - Father's* | 29 July 1820 | Garrison was named in his father's will on 29 July 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Garrison Burton in the will of Thomas Burton.1 |
| Land sold* | 1834 | He sold land in 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Garrison and Sally Burton gave a deed to the trustees of Buton's Chapel for the land on which stood Burton's Chapel; it was bounded on the east by the road, so it may have been a about the site indicated. The congregation later untied with the one at Oak Grove (tract A48A).6 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Garrison was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Garrison Burton the head of HH#563, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were the following Burtons: Sarah A.T., age 57; Catharine A., age 20; and Jno. W., a 16 year old student. Also listed was Mary Spiers, age 65..2 |
| Death* | December 1865 | He died in December 1865 at age 77.7 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 115 (will of Thomas Burton).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2012] Dr. William S. Burton, Descendants of Capt. William Burton - 6 generations, Shows his exact birth date.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 113 (will of John Burton).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 867 (tract A65, southeast of Rose Cottage).
- [S2012] Dr. William S. Burton, Descendants of Capt. William Burton - 6 generations.
Catharine A. Burton1
F, b. circa 1830
| Birth* | circa 1830 | Catharine was born circa 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine A. Burton, age 20 in HH#563 headed by Garrison Burton, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John W. (of Garrison) Burton1
M, b. circa 1834
| Birth* | circa 1834 | John was born circa 1834 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Burton, a 16 year old student in HH#563 headed by Garrison Burton, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Mary Spiers widow?
F, b. circa 1785
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Mary was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Mary was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Spiers, age 65 in HH#563 headed by Garrison Burton, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Also listed was Sarah A.T. Burton, age 57. (Note: Could she have been one of their sisters?).1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Elizabeth G. 'Betsy' Burton1
F, b. 28 November 1816, d. 13 April 1898
| Charts | | Descendants of William Burton (Gentleman, Metompkin)
Descendants of John Fisher (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Nicholas Granger (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock) (#1)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock) (#2)
Descendants of Richard Smith (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West)
Thomas Burton, Ensign, Accomack Co Militia, Member of Court Martial
Teackle Elliott, Private, 9th Regt., Continental Line
William Elliott, Private, with Capt. William Polk & Col. Southy Simpson |
| Last Edited | | 26 Feb 2006 |
| Birth* | 28 November 1816 | Elizabeth was born on 28 November 1816 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 5 April 1836 | She married Rev. John Wesley Andros Elliott, son of Rev. Thomas Andros Elliott and Ann Burton Trader, on 5 April 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. Garrison Burton was the security on the M.L.B. of John W.A. Elliott and Elizabeth G. Burton of Garrison..1 |
| Married Name | 5 April 1836 | As of 5 April 1836,her married name was Elliott. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy G. Elliott, age 33 in HH#564 headed by Jno. W. Elliott, a 36 year old merchant..3 |
| Census w/husband | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz't C. Elliott, age 43 in HH#963 headed by John W. Elliott, a 46 year old merchant..4 |
| Death* | 13 April 1898 | Elizabeth died on 13 April 1898 at age 81.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Oak Grove Ch Cem (Burton's Cha, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth G. Elliott, wife of Rev. J.W.A. Elliott, 28 Nov 1816 - 13 Apr 1898..2 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Rev. John Wesley Andros Elliott1,2
M, b. 28 December 1813, d. 13 July 1896
| Charts | | Descendants of William Burton (Gentleman, Metompkin)
Descendants of John Fisher (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Nicholas Granger (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock) (#1)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock) (#2)
Descendants of Richard Smith (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West)
Thomas Burton, Ensign, Accomack Co Militia, Member of Court Martial
Teackle Elliott, Private, 9th Regt., Continental Line
William Elliott, Private, with Capt. William Polk & Col. Southy Simpson |
| Last Edited | | 28 Dec 2010 |
| Birth* | 28 December 1813 | John was born on 28 December 1813 at Accomack Co, VA.3,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1815 | John was named in his father's will on 15 April 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John W.A. Elliott in the will of Thomas A. Elliott..4 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 20 April 1832 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 20 April 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John W. Elliott in the will of William Elliott Sr..5,6 |
| Anecdote | 1833 | John Wesley Andros Elliott, son of Thomas and grandson of William, was converted in 1833, licensed to preach in 1835, and ordained a deacon in 1845. Unlike his father, however, he never became a "traveling" minister, but served as a local preacher up and down the Shore for the rest of his life. In 1887 he estimated that he had in the course of 52 years preached 2,500 sermons, conducted 1,000 funerals, married 400 couples, baptized 75 persons, and offered public prayer 20,000 times. His historical writings and reminiscences, some of which were published locally uner his pseudonym, "Septuagenarian." The are a valuable source of early Methodist history on the Eastern Shore.7 |
| Marriage* | 5 April 1836 | He married Elizabeth G. 'Betsy' Burton, daughter of Garrison Burton and Sally A.T. Elliott, on 5 April 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. Garrison Burton was the security on the M.L.B. of John W.A. Elliott and Elizabeth G. Burton of Garrison..8 |
| Census head* | 1850 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. W. Elliott the head of HH#564, a 36 year old merchant. Listed with him were the following Elliotts: Betsy G., age 33; Thos. G., age 13; and Sarah A., age 10. Also listed was Thos. Turlington, age 23 whose occupation was shown as 'none' and Ann Turlington, age 12. Also shown was Isaac Ames, a 32 year old black laborer..5 |
| Census head | 1860 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John W. Elliott the head of HH#963, a 46 year old merchant with personal property valued at $3,000. Listed with him were the following Elliotts: Eliz't C., age 43; Thos. G., age 22; and Sarah A., age 21. Also listed were Betsy Fosque, age 24. Also listed were the following blacks: Levin Bayley, a 30 year old farm laborer; Hill Burton, age 10; Ann Burton, age 9; Peggy Burton, age 7; Isaac Glenn, a 34 year old farm laborer; and John Burton, age 17 year old farm laborer..9 |
| Anecdote* | 1868 | In 1868 a commissioner old a piece of the Burton part of tract A91 to John W. Elliott and five years later, he and his wife Elizabeth G. resold to Henrietta Parramore, who was know as Miss Henny.10 |
| Death* | 13 July 1896 | John died on 13 July 1896 at age 82. He was shown as John W.A. Elliott, who died on 15 Jul 1896 in Acc Co of a tumor at the age of 82 years and 6 months. He was the son of Thos. Elliott, born in Acc Co, a preacher, the husband of Eliz. Elliott. His son-in-law J.E. Nock gave the information..11 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Oak Grove Ch Cem (Burton's Cha, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Rev. John W.A. Elliott, husband of Elizabeth G. Elliott, 28 Dec 1813 - 13 Jul 1896..3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 191 (will of Thomas A. Elliott) & p. 192 (will of William Elliott Sr.).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 14, p. 45 (Thomas A. Elliott's Hymn-Book).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 191 (will of Thomas A. Elliott).
- [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. 192 (will of William Elliott Sr.).
- [S883] Kirk Mariner, Revival's Children, A Religious History of Virginia's Eastern Shore, p. 59.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1018 (Tract A91).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Thomas Garrison Elliott Sr.1,2
M, b. 12 January 1837, d. 8 May 1910
| Charts | | Descendants of William Burton (Gentleman, Metompkin)
Descendants of John Fisher (First Families of Virginia) (#1)
Descendants of John Fisher (First Families of Virginia) (#2)
Descendants of Nicholas Granger (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock)
Descendants of Capt. Edmund Scarburgh (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of Richard Smith (First Families of Virginia) (#1)
Descendants of Richard Smith (First Families of Virginia) (#2)
Descendants of Anthony West (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West) (#1)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West) (#2)
Thomas Burton, Ensign, Accomack Co Militia, Member of Court Martial
Teackle Elliott, Private, 9th Regt., Continental Line
William Elliott, Private, with Capt. William Polk & Col. Southy Simpson |
| Last Edited | | 3 Jun 2006 |
| Birth* | 12 January 1837 | Thomas was born on 12 January 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. G. Elliott, age 13 in HH#564 headed by Jno. W. Elliott, a 36 year old merchant..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. G. Elliott, age 22 in HH#963 headed by John W. Elliott, a 46 year old merchant..4 |
| Marriage* | 30 August 1863 | He married Margaret S. 'Angelia' Bell, daughter of Lorenzo D. Bell and Alice Ann 'Aley' Stewart, on 30 August 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. G. Elliott, a 26 year old merchant, the son of J. & E.G. Elliott and she was shown as Marg't S. Bell, age 17, the daughter of Lorenzo D. & Aliary Bell. They were married by E.S. Grant..2 |
| Census head* | 1870 | Thomas was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Th. G. Elliott, the head of HH#LM1747, a 33 year old assist U.S. Marshall with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Elliotts: M.S., a 23 year old housekeeper; Allice E., age 4; and Sadie A., age 3. Also listed was Sallie Burton, age 77, who was evidently his grandmother; Cora Burton, a 16 year old black domestic servant and Sam'l Burton, a 16 year old domestic servant..5 |
| Death* | 8 May 1910 | Thomas died on 8 May 1910 at age 73. Elliott, Thomas Garrison Elliott died last Saturday at the age of 73. He suffered a stroke of paralysis while in New York City on a business trip. He died at his home at Painter. He was married twice, first to Miss Angelia Bell, his second wife being Mrs. Victoria Mapp. He had 3 children by the first wife: Mrs. Carlton Willis, Mrs. E. Dave Winder and John W. Elliott who survived him. He was buried from Hollies Baptist Church in the church Cemetery (PE 14 May 1910, deaths)..3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Hollies Baptist Ch Cem, Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Thomas Garrison Elliott, 12 Jan 1837 - 8 May 1910..3 |
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Margaret S. 'Angelia' Bell b. c 1845, d. 19 Mar 1881 |
| Marriage* | 30 August 1863 | He married Margaret S. 'Angelia' Bell, daughter of Lorenzo D. Bell and Alice Ann 'Aley' Stewart, on 30 August 1863 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. G. Elliott, a 26 year old merchant, the son of J. & E.G. Elliott and she was shown as Marg't S. Bell, age 17, the daughter of Lorenzo D. & Aliary Bell. They were married by E.S. Grant..2 |
| Children | 1. | Alice E. Elliott b. c 1864 |
| | 2. | Sarah A. Elliott b. c 1868 |
| | 3. | John W. Elliott Jr. b. 27 Feb 1871, d. 15 May 1932 |
| | 4. | Thomas Garrison Elliott Jr. b. c 1874, d. 28 Sep 1881 |
| | 5. | Willie Stewart Elliott b. 12 Mar 1881, d. 13 Mar 1881 |
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).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
Sarah A. Elliott1,2
F, b. 9 May 1839, d. 1 August 1916
| Charts | | Descendants of Henry Bagwell (Ancient Planter)
Descendants of Richard Bennett (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of William Burton (Gentleman, Metompkin)
Descendants of John Fisher (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Nicholas Granger (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Richard Kellam (Gentleman, Occahannock)
Descendants of Randall Revell (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of Capt. Edmund Scarburgh (Burgess at Jamestown)
Descendants of Richard Smith (First Families of Virginia)
Descendants of Charlemagne (741-813, King of the Franks & Holy Roman Emperor of the West)
Thomas Burton, Ensign, Accomack Co Militia, Member of Court Martial
Teackle Elliott, Private, 9th Regt., Continental Line
William Elliott, Private, with Capt. William Polk & Col. Southy Simpson |
| Last Edited | | 17 Jan 2012 |
| Birth* | 9 May 1839 | Sarah was born on 9 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Elliott, age 10 in HH#564 headed by Jno. W. Elliott, a 36 year old merchant..1 |
| Reported death* | 27 July 1856 | Sarah reported a death on 27 July 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Sarah A. Elliott reported the birth of her sister Edith W. Elliott, who died at that age of 1 day. She was the daughter of John W. & Eliz. G. Elliott..4 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. Elliott, age 21 in HH#963 headed by John W. Elliott, a 46 year old merchant..5 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1865 | She married John Edward Nock, son of Levin W. Nock and Polly W. Edmunds, on 3 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Nock, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Levin & Mary Nock and she was shown as Sarah A. Elliott, age 26, the daughter of Jno. W.A. & Eliz'th Elliott. They were married by W.G. Coe..2 |
| Married Name | 3 December 1865 | As of 3 December 1865,her married name was Nock. |
| Death* | 1 August 1916 | Sarah died on 1 August 1916 at age 77.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Oak Grove Ch Cem (Burton's Cha, Melfa, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Sarah E. Nock, wife of John E. Nock, 9 May 1839 - 1 Aug 1916..3 |
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John Edward Nock b. 30 Jul 1836, d. 14 Jan 1908 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1865 | She married John Edward Nock, son of Levin W. Nock and Polly W. Edmunds, on 3 December 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Nock, a 29 year old farmer, the son of Levin & Mary Nock and she was shown as Sarah A. Elliott, age 26, the daughter of Jno. W.A. & Eliz'th Elliott. They were married by W.G. Coe..2 |
| Children | 1. | Wessie Nock b. 7 Nov 1866, d. 11 Dec 1936 |
| | 2. | Virginia 'Jennie' G. Nock+6 b. 14 Feb 1872, d. 10 Jul 1915 |
| | 3. | Sarah Nock b. 22 Sep 1875, d. 9 Oct 1875 |
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).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S771] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Marriages from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 18 Apr 1896.
(-----) Turlington
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | (-----) was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Ann Turlington1
F, b. circa 1838
| Birth* | circa 1838 | Ann was born circa 1838 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/brother* | 1850 | Ann was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Turlington, age 12 in HH#564 headed by Jno. W. Elliott, a 36 year old merchant. Also listed just above her was Thos. Turlington, age 23, who was evidently her brother..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Benjamin Thomas Bradford1
M, b. 1842, d. 15 September 1917
| Birth* | 1842 | Benjamin was born in 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Benjamin was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Benj. Bradford, age 10 in HH#565 headed by Benj. Bradford, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Benjamin was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#959 was headed by Benj. S. Bradford, a 49 year old merchant with real estate valued at $1,000 & personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Bradfords: Catharine, age 48; Benj. F., age 19; Jacob S., a 17 year old clerk; John E., age 13; and Catharine S., age 7. Also listed was Thos. Burtone, a 60 year old mulatto cook.3 |
| Death* | 15 September 1917 | He died on 15 September 1917 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Benjamin Franklin Bradford, son of Catharine and Benjamin Smith Bradford, who departed this life 15 Sept 1917.1,4 |
| Burial* | | Benjamin was buried at Edgehill Cemeter, Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as B. Thomas Bradford, 1842 - 1917.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S2976] John Edwin & Emma L. Bradford Family Bible, John Edwin Bradford Family Bible.
Jacob S. Bradford1
M, b. circa 1843
| Birth* | circa 1843 | Jacob was born circa 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Jacob was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jacob Bradford, age 7 in HH#565 headed by Benj. Bradford, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Jacob was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#959 was headed by Benj. S. Bradford, a 49 year old merchant with real estate valued at $1,000 & personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Bradfords: Catharine, age 48; Benj. F., age 19; Jacob S., a 17 year old clerk; John E., age 13; and Catharine S., age 7. Also listed was Thos. Burtone, a 60 year old mulatto cook.1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John Edwin Bradford1
M, b. 21 October 1846, d. 5 August 1911
| Birth* | 21 October 1846 | John Edwin Bradford was born on 21 October 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Bradford, age 4 in HH#565 headed by Benj. Bradford, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#959 was headed by Benj. S. Bradford, a 49 year old merchant with real estate valued at $1,000 & personal property valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Bradfords: Catharine, age 48; Benj. F., age 19; Jacob S., a 17 year old clerk; John E., age 13; and Catharine S., age 7. Also listed was Thos. Burtone, a 60 year old mulatto cook.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1870 | John was listed with his mother in the census of 1870 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1209 was headed by Caty Bradford, a 58 year old house keeper with real estate valued at $800. Listed with her were John E. Bradford, a 22 year old retail merchant with personal property valued at $500; Sudie Bradford, age 17; and Otelia Burton, an 8 year old female, mulatto, domestic servant, age 8.4 |
| Marriage* | 14 August 1878 | He married Emma Lee Adams, daughter of James Thomas M. Adams and Mary Elizabeth Cluff, on 14 August 1878 at Locust Mount, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Bradford, a 29 year old merchant, the son of Benj. S. & Catharine Bradford and she was shown as Emma L. Adams, age 17, born in N'hamp & living in Acc, the daughter of James & Mary Adams. They were married at the old residence of Jesse Phillips dec'd, at which place the bride resided.5,3 |
| Death* | 5 August 1911 | John Edwin Bradford died on 5 August 1911 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 64. He was shown as John Edwin Bradford, son of Catharine and Benjamin S. Bradford, and husband of Emma Leah Bradford, who departed this life 5 Aug 1911.3 |
| Obituary* | 18 August 1911 | His obituary was published on 18 August 1911 at Accomack Co, VA. John E. Bradford died recently at the age of 66. He was formerly of Accomack, for past 6 months of Cape Charles, burial in the city cemetery. Survived by widow and 6 children.6 |
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Emma Lee Adams b. 17 Sep 1861, d. 15 Mar 1948 |
| Marriage* | 14 August 1878 | He married Emma Lee Adams, daughter of James Thomas M. Adams and Mary Elizabeth Cluff, on 14 August 1878 at Locust Mount, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John E. Bradford, a 29 year old merchant, the son of Benj. S. & Catharine Bradford and she was shown as Emma L. Adams, age 17, born in N'hamp & living in Acc, the daughter of James & Mary Adams. They were married at the old residence of Jesse Phillips dec'd, at which place the bride resided.5,3 |
| Children | 1. | Mary Catherine Bradford3 b. 18 Nov 1879, d. 21 Aug 1880 |
| | 2. | Mary Catherine Bradford3 b. 28 Feb 1881, d. 21 Feb 1894 |
| | 3. | Margaret Susan Bradford3 b. 16 Dec 1883, d. 31 Jan 1888 |
| | 4. | John Thomas Benjamin Bradford3 b. 29 Apr 1886 |
| | 5. | Virginia Mahone Bradford3 b. 26 Sep 1887, d. 28 Jan 1888 |
| | 6. | William Mahone Carroll Bradford3 b. 7 Jan 1889 |
| | 7. | Ambrose Mickle Curtis Bradford3 b. 18 Oct 1891 |
| | 8. | James Roger Bradford3 b. 6 Dec 1894 |
| | 9. | Joseph Leonard Bradford3 b. 8 Oct 1900 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2976] John Edwin & Emma L. Bradford Family Bible, John Edwin Bradford Family Bible.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, E.S.H., 18 Aug 1911 (obituary of John E. Bradford).
Catharine Bradford1
F, b. circa 1849
| Birth* | circa 1849 | Catharine was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Catharine was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Catharine Bradford, age 8/12 in HH#565 headed by Benj. Bradford, a 38 year old farmer with real estate valued at $5,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Sarah J. Ames1
F, b. circa 1848
| Birth* | circa 1848 | Sarah was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah J. Ames, age 2 in HH#602 headed by Edw'd T. Ames, a 24 year old farmer wirh real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Edward L. Willis1
M, b. 25 December 1822, d. 3 July 1887
| Birth* | 25 December 1822 | Edward was born on 25 December 1822 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 November 1841 | Edward was named in his father's will on 22 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Zorobabel Willis gave wife Ann C. Willis all the land I got by her in marriage & the land I purchased of Mary Ashby during her life & also slaves Negro Henry, by my wife paying my slave Henry $6 annually for 10 years from my death & my Negro woman Liddy & her youngest child & my girl Ibby & ... & the privilege of getting firewood off the part of my land hereafter given to my sons Edward & John H. Willis & the privilege of getting pine log timber off the land hereafter given to my son Robert T. Willis. The foregoing loan is in lieu of dower out of the residue of my land & slaves, but no bar against dower out of the residue of my personal estate. To son James C. Willis all the lands I purchased of William Dunton adjoining the land of Garrison Burton & others & all my interest in a petty-anger called the Eagle, … & at the death of my wife all the land to the N. & E. of the Neck road including the houses where I now live & adjoining the land of Solomon Bunting, that is to say all my land between the Neck road & the creek & at the death of my wife my Negro boy Henry & ... To son Edward L. Willis the land I purchased at my father's sale where my dwelling & store is lying to the S. & W. of a slipped locust nearly opposite of William Chance house ... until it strikes the lands of John Harmon (of K.) To my son Robert T. Willis the balance of the land purchased at my father's sale adjoining on the S. & W. the lands heretofore given to my son Edward L. Willis & the land of Levin W. Nock on the north & east. To my son John H. Willis all the land I hold lying to S. & W. of the county road it being a part of the plantation where I now live & to include the land I purchased of James J. Teackle, Nathaniel Bradford & the heirs of Thomas Moore dec'd. The residue of my slaves to my 7 children James C. Willis, Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E., Edward L., Mary F., Robert T. & John H. Willis. To my daughter Margaret E. Willis ... My part of the store should be carried on in the firm of Z. & C. Willis until my son Edward L. Willis arrives at age 21 & for my brother Custis Willis to live where he now lives on my land until such arrival, provided my said brother furnish my son Edward L. Willis with his board, washing & lodging in lieu of rent of the aforesaid houses. My son Edward L. Willis is to have $70 per annum for his wages as a clerk in the aforesaid firm until he arrives to lawful age to be paid to him out of my estate to be drawn from the store. Residue after wife's dower to my daughters Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E. Willis, Mary F. Willis & my son Robert T. Willis which is not to include the slaves loaned my wife. At the death of my wife all the slaves loaned to her to my children excluding my son James C. Willis. My brother Custis Willis & my son James C. Willis Extrs. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Codicil: 22 Nov 1841 - My brother Custis Willis to be guardian of all my children who are minors until they come to lawful age. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Proved 31 Jan 1842: George S. Mapp, Robins H. Mapp & Littleton Willis securities.2 |
| Marriage* | 18 December 1844 | He married Joyce E. Beach, daughter of John S. Beach and Elizabeth 'Betsy' B. Edmunds, on 18 December 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Edward Willis and Joyce Beach. No other information was given..4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Edward was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward L. Willis the head of HH#597, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were the following Willis: Joice, age 23; Betsy, age 4; Mary, age 2; and Jno. H., an 18 year old clerk. Also listed was Edward A. Kellam, a 21 year old overseer..5 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 5 September 1853 | Edward was named in his father-in-law's will on 5 September 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John S. Beach gave my wife Betsey D. 1/3 of my estate & $1,000. To my grandson John Richard Walter the land I purchased of George Bradford near Holly's Meeting House containing 230 acres & also 10 acres wood land in Bear Swamp adjoining the lands of Major Savage & others, but if he dies without heirs, then to my daughter Joice Willis & Betsey Bell. To my daughter Joice E. Willis, the wife of Edward L. Willis, the land I purchased of William LeCato & others containing 100 acres & $300. To daughter Betsey J. Bell, the wife of George W. Bell, the land whereon I now reside containing 230 acres & … Balance to my daughter Joice Willis, Betsey Bell & my grandson John Richard Walter. Edward L. Willis, George W. Bell & John S. Walter Extrs. Witt: Edward O. Finney, Abel J. Bird & Frederick Floyd.6 |
| Death* | 3 July 1887 | Edward died on 3 July 1887 at age 64.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mt. Willis, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Edward L. Willis the husband of Joice E. Willis..3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis, wife Ann C. Willis).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [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. 44 (will of John S. Beach, wife Betsey).
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S771] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Marriages from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 26 Jan 1895 (marriage of George F. Willis & Sallie G. Floyd).
Joyce E. Beach1
F, b. 20 October 1827, d. 20 October 1890
| Birth* | 20 October 1827 | Joyce was born on 20 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 26 September 1834 | Joyce was named in her grandmother's will on 26 September 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Joice Beach in the will of Rosey Beach.3 |
| Marriage* | 18 December 1844 | She married Edward L. Willis, son of Zorobabel Willis and Ann C. 'Nancy' Spiers, on 18 December 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Edward Willis and Joyce Beach. No other information was given..4 |
| Married Name | 18 December 1844 | As of 18 December 1844,her married name was Willis. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Joyce was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Joice Willis, age 23 in HH#597 headed by Edward L. Willis, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..5 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 September 1853 | Joyce was named in her father's will on 5 September 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John S. Beach gave my wife Betsey D. 1/3 of my estate & $1,000. To my grandson John Richard Walter the land I purchased of George Bradford near Holly's Meeting House containing 230 acres & also 10 acres wood land in Bear Swamp adjoining the lands of Major Savage & others, but if he dies without heirs, then to my daughter Joice Willis & Betsey Bell. To my daughter Joice E. Willis, the wife of Edward L. Willis, the land I purchased of William LeCato & others containing 100 acres & $300. To daughter Betsey J. Bell, the wife of George W. Bell, the land whereon I now reside containing 230 acres & … Balance to my daughter Joice Willis, Betsey Bell & my grandson John Richard Walter. Edward L. Willis, George W. Bell & John S. Walter Extrs. Witt: Edward O. Finney, Abel J. Bird & Frederick Floyd.1 |
| Death* | 20 October 1890 | Joyce died on 20 October 1890 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 63. She was shown as Joyce Willis, who died of unknown causes at the age of 60 years. She was the duaghter of John & Eliz. Beach, born in Acc Co, a widowed lady. Her son John B. Willis gave the information..6 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mt. Willis, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Joice E. Willis, the wife of Edward L. Willis..2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 44 (will of John S. Beach, wife Betsey).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 45 (will of Rosey Beach).
- [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.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S771] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Marriages from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 26 Jan 1895 (marriage of George F. Willis & Sallie G. Floyd).
John B. Willis1
M, b. circa 1855
| Birth* | circa 1855 | John was born circa 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Reported death* | 20 October 1890 | John reported a death on 20 October 1890 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that John B. Willis reported the death of his mother Joyce Willis, who died of unknown causes at the age of 60 years..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Elizabeth A. 'Betsy' or 'Lizzie' Willis1,2
F, b. circa 1846
| Birth* | circa 1846 | Elizabeth was born circa 1846 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Betsy Willis, age 4 in HH#597 headed by Edward L. Willis, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..1 |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount P.O., St. Georges Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Wescoat, a 24 year old house keeper in HH#LM107 headed by T.G. Wescoat, a 30 year old merchant.3 |
| Marriage* | 26 January 1870 | She married Teackle T. Wescott on 26 January 1870 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Teackle T. Wescoat, a 29 year old merchant, born & living in N'hamp Co, the son of George & Mary Wescoat and she was shown as Elizabeth A. Willis, age 21, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of Edward L. Willis.2 |
| Married Name | 26 January 1870 | As of 26 January 1870,her married name was Wescott. |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
Mary B. Willis1
F, b. 13 March 1848, d. 4 August 1928
| Birth* | 13 March 1848 | Mary B. Willis was born on 13 March 1848 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Willis, age 2 in HH#597 headed by Edward L. Willis, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..3 |
| Marriage* | 5 January 1876 | She married Henry Clay Johnson on 5 January 1876 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Henry Clay Johnson, a 30 year old farmer, the son of William C. & Lucinda Johnson and she was shown as Mary B. Willis, age 26, the daughter of Edward L. & Joyce Willis.1 |
| Married Name | 5 January 1876 | As of 5 January 1876,her married name was Johnson. |
| Death* | 4 August 1928 | Mary B. Willis died on 4 August 1928 at age 80.2 |
| Burial* | | Mary was buried at Belle Haven Cemetery, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Zorobabel Willis1
M, b. 13 November 1792, d. 5 January 1842
| Birth* | 13 November 1792 | Zorobabel was born on 13 November 1792 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 8 November 1815 | Zorobabel was named in his father's will on 8 November 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Custis Willis gave my loving wife Polley Willis in lieu of her dower. I leave my daughter Patience T. Willis. I leave the balance of my Negroes after giving my loving wife Polley one third to be equally divided amongst all my children Zorobable Willis, Littleton, Patience, Custis and James Willis. I leave all my land to be sold & one sixth of said sale I leave to my loving wife Polley Willis forever all the balance of my estate that I have not before given I leave to be sold & after my just debts paid I leave to my said children Zorobable, Littleton, Patience, Custis and James Willis. I appoint my sons Zorobable and Littleton Willis executors. Signed, Custis Willis. Witnesses: William Jarvis Senr., Wm Dixon, William Trower and Jacob G. Parker.3 |
| Marriage* | 2 September 1816 | He married Ann C. 'Nancy' Spiers, daughter of Maj. James Spiers and Tabitha (-----), on 2 September 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Coleburn was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Willis and Nancy Spiers of Thomas dec'd. (NOTE: The Thomas is evidently an error and it should be James.)4,5,6 |
| Will* | 22 November 1841 | Zorobabel made a will on 22 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Zorobabel Willis gave wife Ann C. Willis all the land I got by her in marriage & the land I purchased of Mary Ashby during her life & also slaves Negro Henry, by my wife paying my slave Henry $6 annually for 10 years from my death & my Negro woman Liddy & her youngest child & my girl Ibby & ... & the privilege of getting firewood off the part of my land hereafter given to my sons Edward & John H. Willis & the privilege of getting pine log timber off the land hereafter given to my son Robert T. Willis. The foregoing loan is in lieu of dower out of the residue of my land & slaves, but no bar against dower out of the residue of my personal estate. To son James C. Willis all the lands I purchased of William Dunton adjoining the land of Garrison Burton & others & all my interest in a petty-anger called the Eagle, … & at the death of my wife all the land to the N. & E. of the Neck road including the houses where I now live & adjoining the land of Solomon Bunting, that is to say all my land between the Neck road & the creek & at the death of my wife my Negro boy Henry & ... To son Edward L. Willis the land I purchased at my father's sale where my dwelling & store is lying to the S. & W. of a slipped locust nearly opposite of William Chance house ... until it strikes the lands of John Harmon (of K.) To my son Robert T. Willis the balance of the land purchased at my father's sale adjoining on the S. & W. the lands heretofore given to my son Edward L. Willis & the land of Levin W. Nock on the north & east. To my son John H. Willis all the land I hold lying to S. & W. of the county road it being a part of the plantation where I now live & to include the land I purchased of James J. Teackle, Nathaniel Bradford & the heirs of Thomas Moore dec'd. The residue of my slaves to my 7 children James C. Willis, Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E., Edward L., Mary F., Robert T. & John H. Willis. To my daughter Margaret E. Willis ... My part of the store should be carried on in the firm of Z. & C. Willis until my son Edward L. Willis arrives at age 21 & for my brother Custis Willis to live where he now lives on my land until such arrival, provided my said brother furnish my son Edward L. Willis with his board, washing & lodging in lieu of rent of the aforesaid houses. My son Edward L. Willis is to have $70 per annum for his wages as a clerk in the aforesaid firm until he arrives to lawful age to be paid to him out of my estate to be drawn from the store. Residue after wife's dower to my daughters Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E. Willis, Mary F. Willis & my son Robert T. Willis which is not to include the slaves loaned my wife. At the death of my wife all the slaves loaned to her to my children excluding my son James C. Willis. My brother Custis Willis & my son James C. Willis Extrs. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Codicil: 22 Nov 1841 - My brother Custis Willis to be guardian of all my children who are minors until they come to lawful age. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Proved 31 Jan 1842: George S. Mapp, Robins H. Mapp & Littleton Willis securities.7 |
| Death* | 5 January 1842 | Zorobabel died on 5 January 1842 at age 49.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mt. Willis, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Zorobabel Willis, who died on 5 Jan 1842 at the age of 49 years, 1 month and 23 days..2 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896, p. 173-4 (death of Jas. C. Willis was reported by his uncle Litt. Willis).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 93 (will of Custis Willis, wife Polley).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 113 (Mason &c. vs. Suit for dower & division, Sterling & wife.).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 786 (tract A46).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis, wife Ann C. Willis).
Ann C. 'Nancy' Spiers1
F, b. 14 May 1790, d. 26 July 1851
| Birth* | 14 May 1790 | Ann was born on 14 May 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 23 May 1806 | Ann was named in her father's will on 23 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Nancy Spiers in the will of James Spiers, wife Tabitha.4 |
| Will - Mother's* | 3 March 1815 | Ann was named in her mother's will on 3 March 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Ann Spiers in the will of Tabitha Spiers.5 |
| Marriage* | 2 September 1816 | She married Zorobabel Willis, son of Custis Willis Sr. and Bridget Mapp, on 2 September 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Coleburn was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Willis and Nancy Spiers of Thomas dec'd. (NOTE: The Thomas is evidently an error and it should be James.)6,1,2 |
| Married Name | 2 September 1816 | As of 2 September 1816,her married name was Willis. |
| Will - Sister's* | 25 June 1834 | Ann was named in her sister's will on 25 June 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my half-sister Ann C. Willis in the will of Elizabeth Coleburn.7 |
| Will - Husb's* | 22 November 1841 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 22 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Zorobabel Willis gave wife Ann C. Willis all the land I got by her in marriage & the land I purchased of Mary Ashby during her life & also slaves Negro Henry, by my wife paying my slave Henry $6 annually for 10 years from my death & my Negro woman Liddy & her youngest child & my girl Ibby & ... & the privilege of getting firewood off the part of my land hereafter given to my sons Edward & John H. Willis & the privilege of getting pine log timber off the land hereafter given to my son Robert T. Willis. The foregoing loan is in lieu of dower out of the residue of my land & slaves, but no bar against dower out of the residue of my personal estate. To son James C. Willis all the lands I purchased of William Dunton adjoining the land of Garrison Burton & others & all my interest in a petty-anger called the Eagle, … & at the death of my wife all the land to the N. & E. of the Neck road including the houses where I now live & adjoining the land of Solomon Bunting, that is to say all my land between the Neck road & the creek & at the death of my wife my Negro boy Henry & ... To son Edward L. Willis the land I purchased at my father's sale where my dwelling & store is lying to the S. & W. of a slipped locust nearly opposite of William Chance house ... until it strikes the lands of John Harmon (of K.) To my son Robert T. Willis the balance of the land purchased at my father's sale adjoining on the S. & W. the lands heretofore given to my son Edward L. Willis & the land of Levin W. Nock on the north & east. To my son John H. Willis all the land I hold lying to S. & W. of the county road it being a part of the plantation where I now live & to include the land I purchased of James J. Teackle, Nathaniel Bradford & the heirs of Thomas Moore dec'd. The residue of my slaves to my 7 children James C. Willis, Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E., Edward L., Mary F., Robert T. & John H. Willis. To my daughter Margaret E. Willis ... My part of the store should be carried on in the firm of Z. & C. Willis until my son Edward L. Willis arrives at age 21 & for my brother Custis Willis to live where he now lives on my land until such arrival, provided my said brother furnish my son Edward L. Willis with his board, washing & lodging in lieu of rent of the aforesaid houses. My son Edward L. Willis is to have $70 per annum for his wages as a clerk in the aforesaid firm until he arrives to lawful age to be paid to him out of my estate to be drawn from the store. Residue after wife's dower to my daughters Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E. Willis, Mary F. Willis & my son Robert T. Willis which is not to include the slaves loaned my wife. At the death of my wife all the slaves loaned to her to my children excluding my son James C. Willis. My brother Custis Willis & my son James C. Willis Extrs. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Codicil: 22 Nov 1841 - My brother Custis Willis to be guardian of all my children who are minors until they come to lawful age. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Proved 31 Jan 1842: George S. Mapp, Robins H. Mapp & Littleton Willis securities.8 |
| Death* | 26 July 1851 | Ann died on 26 July 1851 at age 61.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mt. Willis, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Ann C. Willis, the wife of Zorobabel, who died on 26 July 1851 at the age of 61 years, 2 months, and 12 days..3 |
Family
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Zorobabel Willis b. 13 Nov 1792, d. 5 Jan 1842 |
| Marriage* | 2 September 1816 | She married Zorobabel Willis, son of Custis Willis Sr. and Bridget Mapp, on 2 September 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Coleburn was the security on the M.L.B. of Zorobabel Willis and Nancy Spiers of Thomas dec'd. (NOTE: The Thomas is evidently an error and it should be James.)6,1,2 |
| Children | 1. | James C. Willis+8 b. 11 Jul 1817, d. 25 Aug 1853 |
| | 2. | Tabitha A.P. Willis+8 b. 25 Jan 1819, d. 17 Aug 1883 |
| | 3. | Margaret E. Willis+8 b. 9 Jan 1821, d. 19 Aug 1884 |
| | 4. | Edward L. Willis+8 b. 25 Dec 1822, d. 3 Jul 1887 |
| | 5. | Mary F. Willis+8 b. 29 Oct 1825, d. 7 Nov 1865 |
| | 6. | Robert T. Willis8 b. c 1826 |
| | 7. | John H. Willis+8 b. 17 Jun 1832, d. 8 Oct 1866 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 786 (tract A46).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 502 (will of James Spiers, wife Tabitha).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 503 (will of Tabitha Spiers).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 113 (Mason &c. vs. Suit for dower & division, Sterling & wife.).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 129 (will of Elizabeth Coleburn, whose brother-in-law Zorobabel Willis was Extr).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis, wife Ann C. Willis).
John H. Willis1,2
M, b. 17 June 1832, d. 8 October 1866
| Birth* | 17 June 1832 | John was born on 17 June 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 November 1841 | John was named in his father's will on 22 November 1841 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Zorobabel Willis gave wife Ann C. Willis all the land I got by her in marriage & the land I purchased of Mary Ashby during her life & also slaves Negro Henry, by my wife paying my slave Henry $6 annually for 10 years from my death & my Negro woman Liddy & her youngest child & my girl Ibby & ... & the privilege of getting firewood off the part of my land hereafter given to my sons Edward & John H. Willis & the privilege of getting pine log timber off the land hereafter given to my son Robert T. Willis. The foregoing loan is in lieu of dower out of the residue of my land & slaves, but no bar against dower out of the residue of my personal estate. To son James C. Willis all the lands I purchased of William Dunton adjoining the land of Garrison Burton & others & all my interest in a petty-anger called the Eagle, … & at the death of my wife all the land to the N. & E. of the Neck road including the houses where I now live & adjoining the land of Solomon Bunting, that is to say all my land between the Neck road & the creek & at the death of my wife my Negro boy Henry & ... To son Edward L. Willis the land I purchased at my father's sale where my dwelling & store is lying to the S. & W. of a slipped locust nearly opposite of William Chance house ... until it strikes the lands of John Harmon (of K.) To my son Robert T. Willis the balance of the land purchased at my father's sale adjoining on the S. & W. the lands heretofore given to my son Edward L. Willis & the land of Levin W. Nock on the north & east. To my son John H. Willis all the land I hold lying to S. & W. of the county road it being a part of the plantation where I now live & to include the land I purchased of James J. Teackle, Nathaniel Bradford & the heirs of Thomas Moore dec'd. The residue of my slaves to my 7 children James C. Willis, Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E., Edward L., Mary F., Robert T. & John H. Willis. To my daughter Margaret E. Willis ... My part of the store should be carried on in the firm of Z. & C. Willis until my son Edward L. Willis arrives at age 21 & for my brother Custis Willis to live where he now lives on my land until such arrival, provided my said brother furnish my son Edward L. Willis with his board, washing & lodging in lieu of rent of the aforesaid houses. My son Edward L. Willis is to have $70 per annum for his wages as a clerk in the aforesaid firm until he arrives to lawful age to be paid to him out of my estate to be drawn from the store. Residue after wife's dower to my daughters Tabitha A. Nock, Margaret E. Willis, Mary F. Willis & my son Robert T. Willis which is not to include the slaves loaned my wife. At the death of my wife all the slaves loaned to her to my children excluding my son James C. Willis. My brother Custis Willis & my son James C. Willis Extrs. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Codicil: 22 Nov 1841 - My brother Custis Willis to be guardian of all my children who are minors until they come to lawful age. Witt: William P. Moore Sr., Littleton Willis & Sarah A. C. Coleburn. Proved 31 Jan 1842: George S. Mapp, Robins H. Mapp & Littleton Willis securities.3 |
| Census w/brother* | 1850 | John was listed with his brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. H. Willis, an 18 year old clerk in HH#597 headed by Edward L. Willis, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..4 |
| Marriage* | 17 May 1855 | He married Margaret E.B. Mears, daughter of Abel (of Abel Sr.) Mears and Margaret B. 'Peggy' Edmunds, on 17 May 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John H. Willis, a 23 year old merchant, the son of Lon & Ann Willis and she was shown as Margaret E. Mears, age 17, the daughter of Able, of Able & Margaret Mears. They were married at the residence of Abel Mears by J.W.A. Elliott..5 |
| Death* | 8 October 1866 | John died on 8 October 1866 at age 34.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mt. Willis, Grangeville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John H. Willis, the son of Zorobabel & Nancy Willis..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 613 (will of Zorobabel Willis, wife Ann C. Willis).
- [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).
Edward A. Kellam
M, b. circa 1829
| Birth* | circa 1829 | Edward was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Edward was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Edward A. Kellam, a 21 year old overseer in HH#597 headed by Edward L. Willis, a 27 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Abel J. Wise
M, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Abel was born circa 1825 at Washington, DC.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1845 | He married Sarah (-----) circa 1845.1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Abel was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Abel J. Wise the head of HH#598, a 25 year old farmer, born in DC. Listed with him were the following Wises, all born in Acc Co: Sarah, age 21; Joice, age 3; Margaret, age 1. Also listed were the following blacks: Alfred Sample, a 17 year old labor; Bill Mears, an 18 year old laborer; and Ritta Nock, age 33..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Sarah (-----)
F, b. circa 1829
| Birth* | circa 1829 | Sarah was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1845 | She married Abel J. Wise circa 1845.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1845 | As of circa 1845,her married name was Wise. |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Joice Wise1
F, b. circa 1847
| Birth* | circa 1847 | Joice was born circa 1847 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Joice was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Joice Wise, age 3 and born in Acc Co, VA in HH#598 headed by Abel J. Wise, a 25 year old farmer born in DC..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Margaret Wise1
F, b. circa 1849
| Birth* | circa 1849 | Margaret was born circa 1849 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Wise, age 1 and born in Acc Co, VA in HH#598 headed by Abel J. Wise, a 25 year old farmer born in DC..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Nervilla E. Ames1,2
F, b. circa 1824
| Birth* | circa 1824 | Nervilla was born circa 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/brother* | 1850 | Nervilla was listed with her brother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Nervilla E. Ames, age 26 in HH#602 headed by Edw'd T. Ames, a 24 year old farmer wirh real estate valued at $3,000..3 |
| Marriage* | 7 November 1852 | She married John F. Coleburn, son of Robert Coleburn (of Jms) and Mary 'Polly' Fosque, on 7 November 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. F. Coleburn, widower, and she was shown as Nervilla E. Ames, daughter of Zadock. They were married by J. Allen..2 |
| Married Name | 7 November 1852 | As of 7 November 1852,her married name was Coleburn. |
Citations
- [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).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
John F. Coleburn1
M, b. 25 September 1819, d. 25 December 1891
| Birth* | 25 September 1819 | John was born on 25 September 1819 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 22 August 1825 | John was named in his aunt's will on 22 August 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John F. Coleburn, the son of my sister Mary Coleburn in the will of Elizbeth W. Fosque.2 |
| Marriage* | 14 February 1848 | He married Eliza C. Williams, daughter of Rev. Peter Williams and Nancy Clay, on 14 February 1848 at Northampton Co, VA. Rev. Peter Williams was the security on the M.L.B. of his daughter Miss Eliza C. Williams and John F. Coleburn. They were married on 15 Feb 1848..1,3 |
| Census head* | 1850 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John F. Colbourn the head of HH#1250, a 33 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Colbourns: Eliza, age 23; and Jno. T., age 1. He was listed next to his father Robt. Colbourn, the head of HH#1249..4 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 November 1850 | John was named in his father's will on 6 November 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John F. Coleburn in the will of Robert Coleburn.5 |
| Marriage* | 7 November 1852 | He married Nervilla E. Ames, daughter of Zadock Ames, on 7 November 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. F. Coleburn, widower, and she was shown as Nervilla E. Ames, daughter of Zadock. They were married by J. Allen..6 |
| Census head | 1860 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Accomac Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John F. Coulbourn the head of HH#211, a 41 year old farmer with real estate valued at $7,500 and personal property valued at $6,500. Listed with him were Nervilla E. Coulbourn, age 36; John F. Coulbourn, age 3; and Ann Fosque, age 70.7 |
| Death* | 25 December 1891 | John died on 25 December 1891 at age 72.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mt. Oregon, Daughtery, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John F. Coleburn, the son of Robt. & Mary Coleburn..1 |
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Nervilla E. Ames b. c 1824 |
| Marriage* | 7 November 1852 | He married Nervilla E. Ames, daughter of Zadock Ames, on 7 November 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. F. Coleburn, widower, and she was shown as Nervilla E. Ames, daughter of Zadock. They were married by J. Allen..6 |
| Child | 1. | John F. Coleburn7 b. c 1857 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 215 (will of Elizabeth W. Fosque).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [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. 129 (will of Robert Coleburn).
- [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.
Robert Coleburn (of Jms)1
M, b. circa 1795, d. before 25 November 1850
| Birth* | circa 1795 | Robert was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1813 | He married Mary 'Polly' Fosque, daughter of John (305) Fosque and Margaret 'Peggy' (of Thos) Custis, on 22 November 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. George Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Coleburn and Mary Fosque..3 |
| Land Division of* | 1816 | Robert Coleburn (of Jms) was named in a division of land in 1816 at Custis Neck, Acc Co, VA. It was in this year that the family land of James Coleburn who died in 1795 was surveyed as 398 acres for a division, in which his son James received 130 acres next to Bagwell Bull; his daughter Nancy, the wife of Henry S. Copes, received the next 128 acres; and his son Robert received the eastern part of 139 acres. This neck portion of the Great Neck of the Matomkins is now called Custis Neck.4 |
| Will - Extr* | 22 August 1825 | He was named as the executor of a will on 22 August 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robert Coleburn of James and named Extr in the will of Elizabeth W. Fosque.1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Robert was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robt Colbourn the head of HH#1249, a 55 year old farmer with real estate valued at $4,000. Listed with him were Ann Fosque, age 59; Elizabeth Colbourn, age 23; and Robert Ashby, age 4..2 |
| Will* | 6 November 1850 | Robert made a will on 6 November 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. To my daughter Sarah A. Ashby my Negro man George & woman Eliza. To son John F. Coleburn my land on which I now reside during his life & then to his heirs, but if his heirs die before age 21, then to my daughter Sarah A. Ashby & Elizabeth M. R. Coleburn. To son John F. Coleburn … while he lives & then to Robert Ashby. To daughter Elizabeth M. R. Coleburn my Negro girl Harriet & boy Jim & … To John F. Coleburn my old Negro woman Ibby & woman Breaker. My Negro man Jim to my daughters Sarah A. Ashby & Elizabeth M. R. Coleburn & they to pay him $10 per year. My daughter Elizabeth M. R. Coleburn a home at my late residence so long as she lives single. Appraisers to be Thomas P. Copes, Isaiah N. Bagwell & Littleton K. LeCato. Remainder to my 2 daughters Sarah A. Ashby & Elizabeth M. R. Coleburn. Son John F. Coleburn & son-in-law Samuel Ashby Extrs. Witt: Isaiah N. Bagwell, Perry A. Leatherbury & Littleton K. LeCato. Prob: John B. Ailworth & Isaiah N. Bagwell securities.5 |
| Death* | before 25 November 1850 | He died before 25 November 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.5 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 215 (will of Elizabeth W. Fosque).
- [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).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 885 (tract A68).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 129 (will of Robert Coleburn).
Mary 'Polly' Fosque1
F, b. circa 1790, d. before 1850
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Mary was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 22 November 1813 | She married Robert Coleburn (of Jms), son of James Coleburn and Sally Taylor, on 22 November 1813 at Accomack Co, VA. George Beach was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Coleburn and Mary Fosque..2 |
| Married Name | 22 November 1813 | As of 22 November 1813,her married name was Coleburn. |
| Will - Father's* | 5 June 1817 | Mary was named in her father's will on 5 June 1817 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Polly Coleburn, wie of Robert Coleburn, in the will of John Fosque.1 |
| Will - Mother's* | 23 February 1823 | Mary was named in her mother's will on 23 February 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Polly Coleburn in the will of Margaret Fosque.3 |
| Will - Sister's* | 22 August 1825 | Mary was named in her sister's will on 22 August 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as sister Mary Coleburn in the will of Elizabeth W. Fosque.4 |
| Death* | before 1850 | Mary died before 1850. She was not shown with her husband Robt Colbourn, a 55 year old farmer, who was the head of HH#1249..5 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mt. Oregon, Daughtery, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Mary Coleburn, wife of Robt, who died 18 Sep 18__ (stone broken) at age 56 years..6 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 216 (will & settlement of John Fosque).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 217 (will of Margaret Fosque).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 215 (will of Elizabeth W. Fosque).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 129 (will of Robert Coleburn).
Patience Martin
F, b. circa 1836
| Birth* | circa 1836 | Patience was born circa 1836 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Patience was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Patience Martin, age 14 in HH#602 headed by Edw'd T. Ames, a 24 year old farmer wirh real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Levin Matthews
M, b. circa 1835
| Birth* | circa 1835 | Levin was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Levin was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Levin Matthew, age 15 in HH#602 headed by Edw'd T. Ames, a 24 year old farmer wirh real estate valued at $3,000..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Thomas Powell1
M, b. circa 1848
| Birth* | circa 1848 | Thomas was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Powell, age 2 in HH#603 headed by Littleton Powell, a 33 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
George Washington Powell1
M, b. 1850, d. 2 May 1918
| Birth* | 1850 | George was born in 1850 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Powell, age 6/12 in HH#603 headed by Littleton Powell, a 33 year old sailor..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#890 was headed by Littleton Powell, a 44 year old farmer with personal property valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Powells: Belle, age 39; Geo. W., age 10; James E., age 8; John H., age 4; Weslianna, age 1; and Marg't. S., age 1. Also listed was Sally Kellam, age 60.4 |
| Census w/another* | 1870 | George was listed with another family in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#LM84 was headed by Thos. W. Custis, a 50 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500. Listed with him were the following Custises: Mary, age 47; Susan, age 22; Mary H., age 20; Edw. R., age 19; Thos. W., age 15; Tabitha S., age 18; John J., age 14; Arthur B., age 12; Willie H., age 10; Charles, age 8; Virginia, age 6; and Annie, age 3. Also listed were George Powell, a 20 year old farm laborer; Lucy H. Parker, age 35; and Jain Scarborough, a 43 year old black domestic servant.5 |
| Marriage* | 15 December 1875 | He married Joyce Susan Folio, daughter of John M. Folio and Mary A. (-----), on 15 December 1875 at Garrison's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Powell, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Littleton & Bell Powell and she was shown as Joice Susan Fowler, age 24, the daughter of John & Mary Fowler. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..6 |
| Census head* | 1880 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. HH#189 was headed by George W. Powell, a 28 year old farmer. Listed with him were Joice S. Powell, a 27 year old wife; Molly B. Powell, a 3 year old daughter; Lula B. Powell, a 1 year old daughter; and George A. Folio, a 22 year old brother-in-law.7 |
| Marriage* | 5 December 1888 | He married Katherine Susan Bradford, daughter of James W. (of Wm & Nancy) Bradford and Margaret Sary 'Maria' Johnson, on 5 December 1888 at Garrison Church, Mappsburg, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Powell, a 38 year old widowed farmer, the son of Littleton & Belle Powell and she was shown as Catherine S. Bradford, age 17, the daughter of Maggie S. Bradford.6,1 |
| Death* | 2 May 1918 | George Washington Powell died on 2 May 1918 at Pungoteague, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George Was Powell, who died 5-2-1918, at Pungoteague, date of birth unknown, age about 68 years, a married farmer, the son of Littleton Powell & Belle Kellam. Littleton Thomas Powell of Painter, VA, gave the information.3,8 |
| Burial* | | George was buried at Hollies Baptist Church Cemetery, Keller, Accomack Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George W. Powell, who died 2 May 1918, age: 68 years.3 |
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Joyce Susan Folio b. c 1848 |
| Marriage* | 15 December 1875 | He married Joyce Susan Folio, daughter of John M. Folio and Mary A. (-----), on 15 December 1875 at Garrison's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Powell, a 25 year old farmer, the son of Littleton & Bell Powell and she was shown as Joice Susan Fowler, age 24, the daughter of John & Mary Fowler. They were married by J.E. Humphreys..6 |
| Children | 1. | Molly B. Powell7 b. c 1877 |
| | 2. | Lula Belle Powell+ b. 1879, d. 1926 |
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Katherine Susan Bradford b. 18 Feb 1871, d. 17 Feb 1953 |
| Marriage* | 5 December 1888 | George Washington Powell married Katherine Susan Bradford, daughter of James W. (of Wm & Nancy) Bradford and Margaret Sary 'Maria' Johnson, on 5 December 1888 at Garrison Church, Mappsburg, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as George W. Powell, a 38 year old widowed farmer, the son of Littleton & Belle Powell and she was shown as Catherine S. Bradford, age 17, the daughter of Maggie S. Bradford.6,1 |
| Children | 1. | Littleton Thomas Powell Sr.+9 b. 6 Aug 1889, d. 25 Sep 1964 |
| | 2. | Margaret S. 'Maggie' Powell+9 b. 1890, d. 1965 |
| | 3. | Percy Lee Powell+9 b. 1892, d. 1950 |
| | 4. | Virginia Dare Powell9 b. 1893, d. 1964 |
| | 5. | William Edward Powell9 b. 31 Jan 1895, d. 13 Mar 1970 |
| | 6. | Bertha Powell9 b. 1896, d. 1968 |
| | 7. | Fannie Hazel Powell9 b. 28 Mar 1898, d. 30 Jun 1962 |
| | 8. | Ernest C. Powell+9 b. 1899, d. 1964 |
| | 9. | Henry M. Powell9 b. 1902, d. 1961 |
| | 10. | John Hyslop Powell9 b. 13 May 1906, d. 2 Oct 1972 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, Birth Records, 1912-2014, Delayed Birth Records, 1854-1911 for John Hyslop Powell.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [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, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014 for George William Powell.
- [S2606] Theresa 'Terry' Wiser, to M.K. Miles.
Sally Webb1
F, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Sally was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1820 | As of circa 1820,her married name was Kellam.1 |
| Marriage | circa 1820 | She married Thomas H. (m Sally Webb) Kellam circa 1820 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Mother's | 7 July 1848 | Sally was named in her mother's will on 7 July 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Ann Webb gave ½ of my Negro man John to my daughter Sally Kellam & the other ½ to my 2 granddaughters Clarisa Ann Guy & Margaret Sarah Guy. To my grandchildren Jeremiah Z. Stakes & Mary Ann Susan Stakes, children of my son William S. Stakes … Thomas H. Kellam & my son William S. Stakes Extrs. Witt: Thomas H. Kellam, William C. Mapp & John Kelly. Prob: On the motion of Samuel T. Lewis, by Lorenzo J. Bell his attorney, it is ordered that the estate be committed to the hands of Nathaniel Topping, Sheriff, for Adm.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Sally was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Kellam, age 50 in HH#603 headed by Littleton Powell, a 33 year old sailor. Also listed was Bell Powell, age 32 who may have been her daughter. Listed below Sally was Jane Kellam, age 13; and Geo. W. Kellam, age 21..2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 576 (will of Ann Webb).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Jane Kellam1
F, b. circa 1837
| Birth* | circa 1837 | Jane was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Jane was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Kellam, age 13 in HH#603 headed by Littleton Powell, a 33 year old sailor. Also listed was Sally Kellam, age 50, who was evidently her mother..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2706] Ryland Keith Bull, Eastern Shore Ancestors of Keith Bull.
George W. Kellam1
M, b. circa 1829
| Birth* | circa 1829 | George was born circa 1829 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | George was listed with his mother in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Kellam, age 21 in HH#603 headed by Littleton Powell, a 33 year old sailor. Also listed was Sally Kellam, age 50, who was evidently his mother..1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2706] Ryland Keith Bull, Eastern Shore Ancestors of Keith Bull.
Sally Kellam1
F, b. circa 1809, d. 15 August 1869
| Birth* | circa 1809 | Sally was born circa 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/son* | 1850 | Sally was listed with her son in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Kellam, age 41 in HH#605 headed by Jas. E. Kellam, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000..2 |
| Death* | 15 August 1869 | Sally died on 15 August 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sallie Kellam who died of crampy cholic (age not shown), the daughter of Argle Kellam. She was born in Acc Co and unmarried. Her son James E. Kellam gave the information..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
James E. Kellam1,2
M, b. 12 May 1824, d. 14 February 1897
| Birth* | 12 May 1824 | James was born on 12 May 1824 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census head* | 1850 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Jas. E. Kellam the head of HH#605, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Listed with him were Sally Kellam, age 41 and Sally Phillips, age 19..4 |
| Marriage* | 12 September 1862 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' or 'Lizzie' Turner, daughter of Samuel (of John) Turner and Sally Downing, on 12 September 1862 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Kellam, a 37 year old single farmer, the son of Sally Kellam and she was shown as Elizabeth Turner, age 22, the daughter of Sam'l & Sally Turner. They were married by J.W.A. Elliott..2 |
| Reported death* | 15 August 1869 | James reported a death on 15 August 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date Jas. E. Kellam reported the death of his mother Sallie Kellam, who died of crampy cholic..1 |
| Marriage* | 1 June 1870 | He married Sarah W. Rogers, daughter of Susan Rogers (widow?), on 1 June 1870 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James Kellam, a 45 year old widowed farmer, the son of Sally Kellam and she was shown as Sarah W. Rodgers, age 19, the daughter of Susan Rodgers.2 |
| Death* | 14 February 1897 | James E. Kellam died on 14 February 1897 at age 72.3 |
Citations
- [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).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol 9, p. 73-74 (James E. Kellam Bible).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/family-tree/person/tree/45132208/…
Sarah 'Sally' Elizabeth Phillips1,2
F, b. 17 May 1835, d. 20 May 1909
| Birth* | 17 May 1835 | Sarah was born on 17 May 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.3,4 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Phillips, age 19 in HH#605 headed by Jas. E. Kellam, a 25 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,000. Also listed was Sally Kellam, age 41, who was evidently the mother of Jas. E. Kellam..3 |
| Marriage* | 16 November 1858 | She married Richard N. West, son of Revell P. West and Elizabeth Fletcher Parker, on 16 November 1858 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard West, a 23 year old waterman, the son of Revil & Elizabeth West and she was shown as Sarah Phillips, age 23, the daughter of Wm. & Hester Phillips. They were married by E.S. Grant and H.D. Carmine said they both were over age 21..1 |
| Married Name | 16 November 1858 | As of 16 November 1858,her married name was West. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Court House, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally West, age 24 in HH#383 headed by Richard N. West, a 24 year old farmer..5 |
| Census w/husband | 1870 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount P.O., St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#949 was headed by Rich'd N. West, a 35 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Wests: Eliza, a 35 year old house keeper; Eliza R., age 11; Edwin, age 8; Willie, age 6 (male); Henry, age 4; and Sydney, age 1. Also listed was N. Seymour, a 16 year old black farm laborer.2 |
| Census w/husband | 1880 | Sarah was listed with her husband in the census of 1880 at Pungoteague (Bay Side), Accomack Co, VA. HH#315 was headed by Richard (N. or H.) West, a 45 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Wests: Sarah, a 50 year old wife; Elizabeth, a 20 year old daughter; Edward, an 18 year old son; William O., a 16 year old son; Henry, a 14 year old son; Bourding, a 9 year old son; and Burkley, a 6 year old son. Also listed was Maggie Phillips, a 17 year old niece.6 |
| Death* | 20 May 1909 | She died on 20 May 1909 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 74.4 |
| Burial* | | Sarah was buried at Hollies Baptist Church Cemetery, Keller, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Sallie E. West.4 |
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Richard N. West b. 19 Jul 1835, d. 23 May 1922 |
| Marriage* | 16 November 1858 | She married Richard N. West, son of Revell P. West and Elizabeth Fletcher Parker, on 16 November 1858 at at Reese's Chapel, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Richard West, a 23 year old waterman, the son of Revil & Elizabeth West and she was shown as Sarah Phillips, age 23, the daughter of Wm. & Hester Phillips. They were married by E.S. Grant and H.D. Carmine said they both were over age 21..1 |
| Children | 1. | Elizabeth R. West b. c 1859 |
| | 2. | Edwin/Edward N. West+ b. 1861, d. 1934 |
| | 3. | William 'Willie' O. West2 b. c 1866 |
| | 4. | Richard 'Henry' West+2 b. 31 Aug 1866, d. 9 Aug 1941 |
| | 5. | Sydney 'Cidney' West2 b. c 1870 |
| | 6. | Bourding West6 b. c 1871 |
| | 7. | Burkley West6 b. c 1874 |
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.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
James R. Downing1
M, b. 15 March 1807, d. 24 March 1881
| Birth* | 15 March 1807 | James was born on 15 March 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 23 December 1844 | He married Margaret Bell, daughter of Geodiah (88) Bell, on 23 December 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James Downing and Margaret Bell. No other information was given..2 |
| Will - Father's* | 28 August 1845 | James was named in his father's will on 28 August 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John R. Downing named son James Downing, daughter Meriah, grandson John Turner, granddaughter Sarah Ann Martin, son John Downing and daughter Sally Turner.3 |
| Est Settm't Sister's* | 28 December 1846 | He was named in the settlement of his sister's estate on 28 December 1846 at Accomack Co, MD. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Sally Turner was granted to George K. Turner with Joshua Turner and James Downing securities. (NOTE: Evidently George K. Turner and Joshua Turner were brothers of her dec'd husband Samuel Turner and James Downing was her brother.)4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Downing the head of HH#606, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Listed with him were the following Downings: Margaret, age 37; and Geo. W. age 4. Also listed was Geo. Martin, an 18 year old laborer; Jno. Martin, age 15; and Sarah East, age 20..5 |
| Death* | 24 March 1881 | James died on 24 March 1881 at age 74.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Downing Plot, Trower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone showed him as James R. Downing, husband of Marg't and son of Jno. & Esther Downing..1 |
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Margaret Bell b. 8 Jan 1810, d. 10 Dec 1892 |
| Marriage* | 23 December 1844 | He married Margaret Bell, daughter of Geodiah (88) Bell, on 23 December 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James Downing and Margaret Bell. No other information was given..2 |
| Child | 1. | George W. Downing b. 29 Nov 1845, d. 29 Nov 1864 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 174 (will of John R. Downing).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 551 (adm. of Sally Turner).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Margaret Bell1,2
F, b. 8 January 1810, d. 10 December 1892
| Birth* | 8 January 1810 | Margaret was born on 8 January 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Anecdote* | 11 February 1833 | On 18 Feb 1833 it was recorded in N'hamp Co, VA, that George H. Bell and Margaret R. his wife, Wm. H. Bell & Margaret his wife, James Bell & Charlotte his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell & Alice Ann his wife, Benjamin Bradford & Catharine his wife, Jesse Phillips & Mahaley his wife, Sally H. Bell & Margaret Bell of Accomack Co sell to Thomas R. Joynes of Accomack Co, for $180, all their right, title & interest in the estate of John T. Elliott late of N'hamp Co, including their reversion in the land heretofore assigned to Mrs. Juliet Elliott widow of Jno. T. Elliott for her dower, which real estate consists of several plantations and tracts of land in N'hamp Co and several lots in Frank Town in N'hamp Co containing in the whole 1,238 acres more or less, being eighteen-six hundredth (18/600) part of the whole, that is to say the ten-six hundredth (10/600) purchased by George H. & Lorenzo D. Bell from Geodiah Bell the younger, Thos. Bell & George Bell, who were only children of George Bell dec'd who was one of the children of Nancy Bell dec'd, a Paternal Aunt of John T. Elliott, and the remaining eight-six hundredth (8/600) parts of real estate descended to George H., Wm. H., James, Lorenzo D., Sally & Margaret Bell and Catharine Bradford & Mahala Phillips (to each the one-six hundredth (1/600) part thereof) they being children of Geodiah Bell the elder, dec'd, who was another child of Nancy Bell. Witt: Jno. H. Custis & Edw'd O. Finney.1 |
| Land cause* | 29 May 1833 | Margaret was named in a land cause on 29 May 1833 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Bell, a child of Geodiah Bell, dec'd, who was a child of _____ Bell and Nancy, his wife, who was formerly Nancy Elliott who died in the life time of her nephew John T. Elliott, who died intestate in N'hamp Co, VA, some 10 years earlier. On 8 Feb 1833, the aforesaid George H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, Lorenzo D. Bell and Alice Ann, his wife, William H. Bell and Margaret, his wife, James Bell and Charlotte, his wife, Benjamin Bradford and Catharine, his wife (who was formerly Catharine Bell and is the same Catharine Bell above mentioned), Jesse Phillips and Mahala, his wife (who was formerly Mahala alias Mehaley Bell, and is the same Mahala Bell above mentioned), Sally Bell, alias Sally H. Bell, and Margaret Bell, by deed of that date conveyed to your orator Thomas R. Joynes the interest to which they became entitled as heirs at law of the said John T. Elliott, and to which the said George H. Bell and Lorenzo D. Bell became entitled under the conveyances aforesaid from the aforesaid Thomas Bell and Geodiah Bell and Elizabeth, his wife, and the said George Bell, of, in and to the aforesaid real estate of the said John T. Elliott, dec..2 |
| Marriage* | 23 December 1844 | She married James R. Downing, son of John R. Downing and Esther 'Hester' Mapp, on 23 December 1844 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James Downing and Margaret Bell. No other information was given..4 |
| Married Name | 23 December 1844 | As of 23 December 1844,her married name was Downing. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Downing, age 37 in HH#606 headed by James Downing, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..5 |
| Death* | 10 December 1892 | Margaret died on 10 December 1892 at age 82.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Downing Plot, Trower, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone showed her as Margaret Downing, wife of James R. Downing..3 |
Citations
- [S874] Virginia Northampton County, Northampton Co, VA, Deed Book No. 29, 1828-1834, p. 406-407 (Bell & al to Joynes).
- [S884] Stratton Nottingham, Northampton Co, VA, Land Causes 1731-1868 & Lancaster County, VA 1795-1848, p. 119-126 (suit for division of land of John T. Elliott).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
John R. Downing
M, b. circa 1768, d. before 26 January 1846
| Birth* | circa 1768 | John R. Downing was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. Based on census records from 1800 to 1840, he was born between 1765 and 1770.2,3,4 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 2 October 1768 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 2 October 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my grand son John Downing in the will of James Hornsby, wife Rachel.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 25 March 1779 | John was named in his father's will on 25 March 1779 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as son John Downing in the will of John Robins Downing, Yeoman, wife Sophia. He was shown as John Downing Jr., heir-at-law at probate, when George Corbin was appointed his guardian.5 |
| Marriage* | 9 December 1790 | He married Sally Mapp, daughter of Howson Mapp (II) and Elizabeth 'Betty' Thomas, on 9 December 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone and death record of John Downing show him as the son of John R. and Sally Downing..6,7,8 |
| Will - Sister's* | 15 May 1792 | John was named in his sister's will on 15 May 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother John Downing in the will of Rachel Feehary.9 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 15 May 1796 | John was named in his uncle's will on 15 May 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Downing in the will of Zorobabel Hornsby, wife no name.10 |
| Marriage* | 25 February 1799 | He married Esther 'Hester' Mapp, daughter of Howson Mapp (II) and Elizabeth 'Betty' Thomas, on 25 February 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. David Bowman was the security on the M.L.B. of John Downing and Esther Mapp..11 |
| Will* | 28 August 1845 | John made a will on 28 August 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. To my son James Downing … To my daughter Meriah the land on which she now lives during her life & then to my grandson John Turner. To granddaughter Sarah Ann Martin $10. Negro man Guy to be free at my death. To my son John Downing & my daughter Sally Turner the balance. Son John Downing Extr. Witt: Joshua Burton, Thomas Nock & Levin W. Nock Jr.12 |
| Death* | before 26 January 1846 | John died before 26 January 1846 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Custis Willis & James Downing securities..12 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 243 (will of James Hornsby, wife Rachel).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S581] Jody Powell, 1840 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 316 (will of John Robins Downing, Yeoman, wife Sophia).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S905] Howson Mapp Family Bible, Family record pages from this old Bible were kept in the Bible of his son, George T. Mapp, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 396 (will of Rachel Feehary).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 435 (will of Zorobabel Hornsby, wife no name).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 174 (will of John R. Downing).
George W. Downing1
M, b. 29 November 1845, d. 29 November 1864
| Birth* | 29 November 1845 | George was born on 29 November 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | George was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. W. Downing, age 4 in HH#606 headed by James Downing, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000..1 |
| Death* | 29 November 1864 | George died on 29 November 1864 at Petersburg, VA, at age 19.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Downing Plot, Trower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as George W. Downing, son of John R. & Margaret Downing, 29 Nov 1845 - 20 May 1864. He was killed in Battle at Petersburg and his remains moved here 20 Oct 1865..2 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
George W. Martin1
M, b. circa 1832, d. 1 January 1904
| Birth* | circa 1832 | George was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1850 | George was listed with his uncle in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Geo. Martin, an 18 year old laborer in HH#606 headed by James Downing, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Also listed was Jno. Martin, age 15, who may have been his brother.2 |
| Marriage | 17 December 1858 | He married Elizabeth (of James) Turner, daughter of James (of Samuel) Turner and Patsey 'Patty' Wyatt, on 17 December 1858 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as George Martin, a 26 year old farmer, born in Acc & living in N'hamp, the son of John & Hetty Martin and she was shown as Elizabeth Turner, age 36 and single, born & living in N'hamp, the daughter of James & Patsy Turner.3 |
| Death* | 1 January 1904 | George W. Martin died on 1 January 1904 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2574] Audrey Thompson VanTiem, The Thompson and Watson Families, p. 13.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
John Martin1
M, b. circa 1835
| Birth* | circa 1835 | John was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1850 | John was listed with his uncle in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. Martin, age 15 in HH#606 headed by James Downing, a 45 year old farmer with real estate valued at $2,000. Also listed was Geo. Martin, an 18 year old laborer, who may have been his brother.1 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Sarah Ann East
F, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Sarah was born circa 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah A. East, age 18 in HH#715 headed by Major East, a 49 year old sailor..2 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 43 (marriage of James H. Bayly and Mary E. Chandler).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
Makula East widow?
F, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Makula was born circa 1810. |
Robins H. Mapp1,2,3,4
M, b. 3 March 1782, d. 3 September 1866
| Birth* | 3 March 1782 | Robins was born on 3 March 1782 at Accomack Co, VA.1,4 |
| Will - Father's* | 25 March 1796 | Robins was named in his father's will on 25 March 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robins Mapp in the will of Howson Mapp Sr..2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 9 March 1802 | Robins was named in his mother's will on 9 March 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robin Mapp in the will of Betty Mapp..3 |
| Marriage* | 23 September 1809 | He married Achsah 'Axy or Aixie' Bagge, daughter of William (100) Bagge and Peggy Onley (Onley?), on 23 September 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of Robins Mapp and Achsah Bogg. They lived on a farm south of Wachapreague which Achsah had inherited..5,6 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Robins was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robins H. Mapp the head of HH#609, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000. Listed with him were the following Mapps: Acach, age 62; Margaret, age 28; Wm., a 27 year old farmer; Robins B., a 24 year old farmer; Jas. C, a 19 year old farmer; and Betsy A., age 18..7 |
| Census head | 1860 | Robins was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robins H. Mapp the head of HH#930, a 77 year old farmer with real estate valued at $25,000 and personal property valued at $14,000. Listed with him were Robins B. Mapp, a 30 year old farm laborer and James Mapp, a 25 year old farm laborer..8 |
| Will* | 26 August 1865 | He made a will on 26 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Robins H. MAPP. To son William C. Mapp all my lands purchased of Thomas F. Floyd situated in Bradford's Neck, containing 200 acres, 1 mule, 1 horse cart. To son Robins B. Mapp the plantation on which I now reside, 120 acres, the family Bible… To daughter Elizabeth A. Bulman, wife of Leroy Bulman, tract of land I purchased of Jonathan Smith, 96 acres. To dau. Jane C. Lecato 18 acres of land purchased of Littleton Lecato in Bradford's Neck. To Dau. Margaret T. Bell wife of Lorenzo D. Bell 1 bed and furniture. Balance of estate to daus. Margaret T. Bell, wife of Lorenzo, and Jane C. Lecato. Execs. Lorenzo D. Bell, Wm. R. Mapp, Robins H. Mapp. Witt: Edw. O. Finney, John w. Elliott, Thos. G. Elliott..9 |
| Death* | 3 September 1866 | Robins died on 3 September 1866 at age 84. The Acc Co death records show him as Robins H. Mapp, who died 30 Aug 1866 in Acc Co of old age at the age of 85 years. He was born in Acc, a farmer and the husband of Asey Mapp. His executor Lorenzo D. Bell gave the information..1,10 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mapp Bur Gr, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Robbins H. Mapp, the son of Houson & Eliz. Mapp, who died on 3 Sep 1866 at the age of 84 years, 6 months and 0 days..1 |
| Probate | 24 September 1866 | Robins's will was probated on 24 September 1866 at Accomack Co, VA. Sureties George W. Bell, James W. Edmunds..11 |
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Achsah 'Axy or Aixie' Bagge b. 7 Mar 1787, d. 27 Oct 1859 |
| Marriage* | 23 September 1809 | He married Achsah 'Axy or Aixie' Bagge, daughter of William (100) Bagge and Peggy Onley (Onley?), on 23 September 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Smith was the security on the M.L.B. of Robins Mapp and Achsah Bogg. They lived on a farm south of Wachapreague which Achsah had inherited..5,6 |
| Children | 1. | Margaret T. Mapp b. 28 Sep 1810, d. 20 Apr 1900 |
| | 2. | William R. Mapp b. 2 Jun 1813, d. 26 Jan 1897 |
| | 3. | Jane C. Mapp+ b. 20 Jul 1815, d. 8 May 1899 |
| | 4. | Robins B. Mapp b. 10 May 1819, d. 28 Feb 1886 |
| | 5. | James C. Mapp+ b. 11 Dec 1831, d. 13 Jul 1864 |
| | 6. | Elizabeth A. 'Betsy' Mapp b. c 1832 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 458 (will of Howson Mapp Sr., wife Betty).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 341 (will of Betty Mapp).
- [S905] Howson Mapp Family Bible, Family record pages from this old Bible were kept in the Bible of his son, George T. Mapp, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S896] N. Pierce Eichelberger, Mapp Family of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, p. 17.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S891] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, will of Robins H. Mapp.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S58] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, will of Robins H. Mapp.
Peggy Onley (Onley?)1
F, b. circa 1764
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 430 (will of Francis Onley, wife Margaret).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 453 (will of Ann Bagge).
Margaret T. Mapp1,2
F, b. 28 September 1810, d. 20 April 1900
| Birth* | 28 September 1810 | Margaret was born on 28 September 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Margaret Mapp, age 28 in HH#609 headed by Robins H. Mapp, a 68 year old farmer with real estate valued at $10,000..1 |
| Marriage* | 17 September 1850 | She married Lorenzo D. Bell, son of Geodiah (88) Bell, on 17 September 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Lorenzo D. Bell and Margaret Mapp. No other information was given..4,5 |
| Married Name | 17 September 1850 | As of 17 September 1850,her married name was Bell. |
| Will - Father's* | 26 August 1865 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 26 August 1865 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Margaret T. Bell wife of Lorenzo D. Bell in the will of Robins H. Mapp..4 |
| Census w/husband* | 1870 | Margaret was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't T. Bell, a 58 year old house keeper in HH#2 headed by Lorenzo D. Bell, a 61 year old retail merchant.6 |
| Death* | 20 April 1900 | Margaret died on 20 April 1900 at age 89.3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mapp Bur Gr, Old Tower, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone is recorded in Mihalyka's tombstone book in 2 locations. Page 21 shows her as Margaret Bell, wife of Lorenzo D. Bell & daughter of R.H. & A.B. Mapp, 28 Sep 1810 - 20 Apr 1900. Page 172 shows her as Margaret T. Bell, daughter of R.H. & A.B. Mapp, 28 Sep 1810 - 24 Apr 1900..3 |
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Lorenzo D. Bell b. c 1808 |
| Marriage* | 17 September 1850 | She married Lorenzo D. Bell, son of Geodiah (88) Bell, on 17 September 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as Lorenzo D. Bell and Margaret Mapp. No other information was given..4,5 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S58] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, in the will of Robins H. Mapp.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S58] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, will of Robins H. Mapp.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
