Tabitha Justice1,2
F, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | Tabitha was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 23 October 1802 | Tabitha was named in her father's will on 23 October 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Tabitha Justice in the will of Thomas Justice, wife Molly..4 |
| Land cause* | 27 November 1816 | Tabitha was named in a land cause on 27 November 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Polly, Anna & Tabitha Justice were shown as children of Thomas Justice, now dec'd, who was a brother of the whole blood to the said Ralph Justice..2 |
| Will - GrMoth's* | 25 June 1818 | Tabitha was named in her grandmother's will on 25 June 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Tabitha Justice in the will of Rachel Miles, widow of Roger Miles..5,6 |
| Land sold* | 25 February 1822 | She sold land on 25 February 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. Rachel Miles (widow), Major Only and Ann his wife, Polly Justice and Tabitha Justice, all of Accomack County sold to Britcher Broadwater of Accomack County for $150 a tract of land in Accomack Parish containing 27 acres more or less bounded on the North by the land of Richard Bloxom, on the East by the land of the aforesaid Rachel Miles, on the South by the land of Polly Savage (widow of Robt) and on the West by the land of the aforesaid Britcher Broadwater together with all trees, woods, underwood ways, watercourses, profits, commodities, advantages and ----- and ----- whatsoever to the said tract of land . . . They all signed with their 'X' mark. Witt: Thomas J. White, Richard Hickman & Samuel A. Justice. (NOTE: The buyer was sometimes shown as Bricher Brodwater and sometimes as Britcher Broadwater.)7 |
| Marriage* | 10 March 1828 | She married Nathaniel W. Byrd, son of Major Byrd Sr. and Anne 'Nancy' (of Benj T.) Watson, on 10 March 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.8 |
| Married Name | 10 March 1828 | As of 10 March 1828,her married name was Byrd. |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 299 (will of Thomas Justice, wife Molly) & p. 382 (will of Rachel Miles, widow of Roger Miles).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 112 (William Justice, Jr., Samuel Justice, William White & Nancy, his wife, Rachel Miles, Obed Adams & Anna, his wife, Robert P. Broadwater & Sally, his wife: Amey Rowley and Richard Nock vs. Polly, Anna & Tabitha Justice, infants in a Partition Suit).
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 299 (will of Thomas Justice, wife Molly).
- [S555] J. Orton Buck and Timothy Field Beard, Pedigrees of some of the Emperor Charlemagne's Descendants, Volume III.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 382 (will of Rachel Miles, widow of Roger Miles).
- [S613] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 020, 1822-1824, p. 42 (Justice sisters sell land to Britcher Broadwater).
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
Nathaniel W. Byrd
M, b. circa 1807, d. 29 November 1877
| Biography* | | In 1860, Nathaniel Byrd, age 53, with a wife Tabitha Byrd, age 60, was the head of Acc Parish HH#679, which appeared to be a poor house due to the large number of persons and their ages. Bennet M. Bird was the security on the 1828 Acc Co M.L.B. of Nathaniel Bird and Tabitha Justice of Tho. His 1869 Acc Co marriage record listed him as aged 60, widowed and a shoemaker. |
| Birth* | circa 1807 | Nathaniel was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 10 March 1828 | He married Tabitha Justice, daughter of Capt. Thomas Justice and (-----) (-----), on 10 March 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 10 January 1869 | He married Sarah 'Sally' Fitchett, daughter of William (of Jacob) Fitchett and Rosa 'Rosey' (-----), on 10 January 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Nathaniel W. Byrd, a 60 year old widowed shoemaker, the son of Major & Nancy Byrd and she was shown as Sally Rayfield, a 62 year old widow, the daughter of Wm. & Rosa Fitchett. They were married by D.A. Woodson..3 |
| Death* | 29 November 1877 | Nathaniel died on 29 November 1877 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S602] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register(s), 1853-1896.
Elizabeth Powell1
F, b. 1794, d. before 20 May 1834
| Will - Father's* | 22 September 1793 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 22 September 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as an unborn child in the will of Peter Powell, wife Amey..2 |
| Birth* | 1794 | Elizabeth was born in 1794 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 21 March 1814 | She married Samuel A. Justice, son of Richard Justice and Rachel Wimbrough, on 21 March 1814 at Accomack Co, VA. Levin Crowson was the security on the M.L.B. of Samuel A. Justice and Elizabeth Powell..3 |
| Married Name | 21 March 1814 | As of 21 March 1814,her married name was Justice. |
| Heir - named as* | 31 January 1831 | Elizabeth was named as an heir on 31 January 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Justice, wife of Samuel A. Justice, formerly Elizabeth Powell, one of the heirs of James Powell dec'd. (Accomack Co, VA Deed Book 25, 1830-32, p. 68).4 |
| Death* | before 20 May 1834 | Elizabeth died before 20 May 1834. It was on this date that her husband Samuel A. Justice married Rose Ann Bloxom..5 |
Citations
- [S515] , p. 68.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 400 (will of Peter Powell, wife Amey).
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S515]
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Priscilla Hornsby1
F, b. circa 1796
| Birth* | circa 1796 | Priscilla was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 December 1799 | Priscilla was named in her father's will on 2 December 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Priscilla in the will of Eli Hornsbly..1 |
| Marriage* | 26 April 1815 | She married George West on 26 April 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as George West and she as Priscilla Hornsway. No other information was given..3 |
| Married Name | 26 April 1815 | As of 26 April 1815,her married name was West. |
| Marriage* | 1 September 1825 | She married Samuel R. (of R.) Justice, son of Richard Justice and Tabitha (-----), on 1 September 1825 at Accomack Co, VA. Richard Justice of Robert and James Justice were the securities on the M.L.B. of Samuel Justice of Richard and Priscilla West, widow of George..4 |
| Married Name | 1 September 1825 | As of 1 September 1825,her married name was Justice. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Priscilla was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Prisilla Justice, age 48 in HH#493 headed by Samuel Justice, a 46 year old farmer..2 |
| Census w/husband | 1860 | Priscilla was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Priscilla Justice, age 62 in HH#2 headed by Sam'l Justice, a 62 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,500 and personal property valued at $150..5 |
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George West b. c 1790 |
| Marriage* | 26 April 1815 | She married George West on 26 April 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as George West and she as Priscilla Hornsway. No other information was given..3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 275 (will of Eli Hornsby).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
George West
M, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | George was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 26 April 1815 | He married Priscilla Hornsby, daughter of Eli Hornsby Sr. and Priscilla Hall, on 26 April 1815 at Worcester Co, MD. He was shown as George West and she as Priscilla Hornsway. No other information was given..1 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
Hetty Adams1
F, b. circa 1805
| Birth* | circa 1805 | Hetty was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 20 February 1826 | She married James (of Caty) Justice, son of Caty Justice, on 20 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. Obed Adams and Edmund Baker were the securities on the M.L.B. of James Justice of Caty and Hetty Adams of Obed..1 |
| Married Name | 20 February 1826 | As of 20 February 1826,her married name was Justice. |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
James (of Caty) Justice1
M, b. circa 1803, d. before 29 April 1850
| Birth* | circa 1803 | James was born circa 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1840 census puts his birth between 1800 & 1810..2 |
| Marriage* | 20 February 1826 | He married Hetty Adams, daughter of Obediah 'Obed' Adams and Anna Nock, on 20 February 1826 at Accomack Co, VA. Obed Adams and Edmund Baker were the securities on the M.L.B. of James Justice of Caty and Hetty Adams of Obed..3 |
| Census head | 1830 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Justice a head of household aged 20-30 (b.c. 1800-1810). Listed with him was another male age 20-30 (half brother John Prescott), 2 females age 0-5 (Mary & Emeline), 1 female age 20-30 (wife Hetty) & no slaves..4 |
| Census head* | 1840 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Justice, a head of house hold, aged 30-40 (b.c. 1800-1810). Listed with him were 1 male aged 0-5; 1 male aged 5-10; 1 female aged 0-5; 3 females aged 10-15; and 1 female aged 30-40 (b.c. 1800-1810). He had no slaves..2 |
| Will* | 2 January 1850 | He made a will on 2 January 1850 at Hunting Creek, Acc Co, VA. To son James Justice the house & lot on Hunting Creek where I now reside, but if dies before age 21, then to my son William Justice, by him paying my 3 daughters Mary Justice, Emeline Justice & Sally Justice $100 each. The residue to my 4 children Mary Justice, Emeline Justice, Sally Justice & William Justice. John R. Drummond Extr. Witt: Edward Gunter, Elizabeth S. Thomas & James Thomas..5 |
| Death* | before 29 April 1850 | James died before 29 April 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Louis D. Drummond & William H. Dix securities..5 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S581] Jody Powell, 1840 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 297 (will of James Justice of Hunting Creek).
George (of Wm) Miles1,2
M, b. circa 1800
| Birth* | circa 1800 | George was born circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 21 July 1830 | He married Nancy Smith, daughter of Elisha Smith and Nancy Wheatley, on 21 July 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. William J. Matthews was the security on the M.L.B. of George Miles of Wm. and Nancy Smith of Elisha..1,2 |
Citations
- [S51] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #1, 1805-1850.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
William Miles (VI)1
M, b. circa 1795, d. before 1850
| Birth* | circa 1795 | William was born circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 April 1820 | He married Sally Bloxom, daughter of Custis Bloxom and Agnes Bell (Bell?), on 19 April 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. William R. Bunting was the security on the M.L.B. of William Miles of Geo. and Sally Bloxom of Custis..3 |
| Death* | before 1850 | William died before 1850. He was not listed in HH#593 with his wife Sally Miles, age 45 and their daughter Drucilla Miles, age 18..4 |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [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.
Sally Bloxom1
F, b. circa 1805
| Birth* | circa 1805 | Sally was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 19 April 1820 | She married William Miles (VI), son of George (of Parker I) Miles and Comfort Taylor, on 19 April 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. William R. Bunting was the security on the M.L.B. of William Miles of Geo. and Sally Bloxom of Custis..1 |
| Married Name | 19 April 1820 | As of 19 April 1820,her married name was Miles. |
| Census head* | 1850 | Sally was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Miles the head of HH#593, age 45. Listed with her was Drusilla Miles, age 18..2 |
| Census w/daughter* | 1860 | She was listed with her daughter in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sally Miles, age 50 with personal property valued at $40 in HH#1202, headed by G.T. Bundick, age 39 and a farmer, and his wife Drucilla, age 27, who was evidently Sally's daughter.3 |
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.
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Custis Bloxom1
M, b. 1771, d. before 31 December 1805
| Birth* | 1771 | Custis was born in 1771 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 1790 | He married Agnes Bell (Bell?) in 1790.4 |
| Will - Mother's* | 23 March 1798 | Custis was named in his mother's will on 23 March 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Ann Blocksom named children Southey Blocksom, Nancy Bradford and Custis Blocksom.2 |
| Will* | 29 January 1805 | Custis made a will on 29 January 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. My Negro woman Hannah to be sold to pay debts. To daughter Sally Negro girl Leah. To daughter Polly Negro boy George. To son William Negro boy Edmund. The use of those Negroes given away to my wife during her life or widowhood. All my estate to my wife during her life or widowhood to bring up my children. To son William … To Zadock Poulson … Friend James Poulson Extr. Witt: Edward Kellam & James Belote.5 |
| Death* | before 31 December 1805 | Custis died before 31 December 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. Charles Snead & John S. Ker securities..5 |
Citations
- [S49] Gordon Warren Godwin Chesser, Godwin Ancestry.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 69 (will of Ann Bloxom).
- [S1968] New Church, VA Mary Frances Carey, Bloxom Family of Accomack Co, VA.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 50 (Agnes Bloxom, widow of Custis, marriage to Wm. Burnting).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 70 (will of Custis Bloxom).
James White1
M, b. circa 1768, d. before 29 October 1827
| Birth* | circa 1768 | James was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 24 March 1792 | James was named in his father's will on 24 March 1792 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James White, one of 5 sons, in the will of William White, son Arthur..1 |
| Marriage* | 5 August 1801 | He married Lacy Laws, daughter of William Laws (II), on 5 August 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James White and Lacy Laws..2,3 |
| Marriage* | 30 December 1805 | He married Matilda S. 'Tinny' Justice, daughter of William (of Ralph) Justice Senr. and Sarah Shepherd, on 30 December 1805 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown as James White and Tenney Justice on their marriage license. According to Whitelaw, Tinny, daughter of William Justice, was the wife of James White, and she and her sisters Polly, wife of Henry Fletcher, and Joice Laylor inherited part of tract A125, which is just south of the Bloxom & Guilford..4,5,6 |
| Security on Admin* | 27 March 1820 | James was security on the administration of an estate on 27 March 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Elizabeth Baker was granted to William Justice Sr. with William Young (Guildford) and James White (Metompkin) securities..7 |
| Death* | before 29 October 1827 | James died before 29 October 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James White was granted to Timothy (Tinny?) White. Jacob Warner, Thomas Mears and John Savage (of Richard) securities..8 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 407 (will of William White, son Arthur).
- [S10] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1774-1806.
- [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. 626 (will of Lucretia Wright).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1189 (tract A125).
- [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. 24 (adm of Elizabeth Baker).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 604 (adm of James White).
Lacy Laws1
F, b. circa 1780, d. before 30 December 1805
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Lacy was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 April 1796 | Lacy was named in her father's will on 2 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as daughter Lacy in the will of William Laws..1 |
| Marriage* | 5 August 1801 | She married James White, son of William White (V), on 5 August 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as James White and Lacy Laws..2,3 |
| Married Name | 5 August 1801 | As of 5 August 1801,her married name was White. |
| Death* | before 30 December 1805 | Lacy died before 30 December 1805. It was on this date that James White and Tenney Justice obtained a marriage license in Worcester Co, MD..3 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 321 (will of William Laws).
- [S10] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1774-1806.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
William R. Marshall1
M, b. 1 December 1883, d. 14 August 1885
| Biography* | | The one year old child of Geo. W. and Elizabeth Marshall of Sykes' Island died on 14 Aug 1885 of Cholera Infantum (Pen. Ent., 22 Aug 1885). |
| Birth* | 1 December 1883 | William was born on 1 December 1883 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 14 August 1885 | William died on 14 August 1885 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 1.2 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise.
Peter Crockett1
M, b. 1816, d. 23 February 1882
| Birth* | 1816 | Peter was born in 1816 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 9 January 1834 | He married Mary Jane Abbott, daughter of Lilly Abbott (widow?), on 9 January 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thomas, William R. Custis & Levin Core were the securities on the M.L.B. of Peter Crockett and Mary Abbott of Lilly..3 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 March 1839 | Peter was named in his father's will on 12 March 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Peter Crockett in the will of Zachariah Crockett..1 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Peter Crockett the head of HH#274, a 30 year old sailor. Listed with him were the following Crocketts: Jane, age 25; Margaret, age 12; Louis, age 9; and Sarah E., age 2/12. Also listed was Lilly Abbott, age 60..4 |
| Census head | 1860 | Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of 1860 at Tangier Island, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1342 was headed by Peter Crockett, a 48 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $600 and personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were Mary Crockett, age 44, born in MD; Mary E. Evans, age 20; Eliza Crockett, age 17; Matilda Crockett, age 15; Margt. Crockett, age 13; Julia Crockett, age 11; Rachel Crockett, age 9; Sarah Crockett, age 6; Zippora Crockett, age 4; and Wm. Crockett, age 22.5 |
| Census head | 1870 | Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Tangier Island, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1699 was headed by Peter Crocket, a 55 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Crockets: Mary, age 55; Sarah, age 18; and Zeppie, age 16. Also listed was Fanny Carrole, a 14 year old black servant.6 |
| Census head | 1880 | Peter was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Peter Crockett, age 64, born in VA as were both of his parents. Listed with him were Mary Crockett, a 63 year old wife, born in MD as were both of her parents; Zipporah Kin, a 22 year old daughter, and Addison King, a 27 year old son-in-law.7 |
| Death* | 23 February 1882 | Peter died on 23 February 1882 at Tangier Island, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Canton Ridge, Tangier Island, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 144 (will of Zachariah Crockett).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Mary Jane Abbott1,2
F, b. 12 February 1815, d. 17 July 1894
| Birth* | 12 February 1815 | Mary was born on 12 February 1815 at Somerset Co, MD.3 |
| Marriage* | 9 January 1834 | She married Peter Crockett, son of Zachariah Crockett and Mary 'Polly' Evans, on 9 January 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. John Thomas, William R. Custis & Levin Core were the securities on the M.L.B. of Peter Crockett and Mary Abbott of Lilly..4 |
| Married Name | 9 January 1834 | As of 9 January 1834,her married name was Crockett. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Jane Crockett, age 25 in HH#274 headed by Peter Crockett, a 30 year old sailor. Also listed was Lilly Abbott, age 60, who was evidently her mother..1 |
| Census w/husband | 1860 | Mary was listed with her husband in the census of 1860 at Tangier Island, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1342 was headed by Peter Crockett, a 48 year old oysterman, with real estate valued at $600 and personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were Mary Crockett, age 44, born in MD; Mary E. Evans, age 20; Eliza Crockett, age 17; Matilda Crockett, age 15; Margt. Crockett, age 13; Julia Crockett, age 11; Rachel Crockett, age 9; Sarah Crockett, age 6; Zippora Crockett, age 4; and Wm. Crockett, age 22.5 |
| Census w/husband | 1870 | Mary was listed with her husband in the census of 1870 at Tangier Island, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1699 was headed by Peter Crocket, a 55 year old oysterman. Listed with him were the following Crockets: Mary, age 55; Sarah, age 18; and Zeppie, age 16. Also listed was Fanny Carrole, a 14 year old black servant.6 |
| Census w/husband* | 1880 | Mary was listed with her husband in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Peter Crockett, age 64, born in VA as were both of his parents. Listed with him were Mary Crockett, a 63 year old wife, born in MD as were both of her parents; Zipporah Kin, a 22 year old daughter, and Addison King, a 27 year old son-in-law.7 |
| Death* | 17 July 1894 | Mary died on 17 July 1894 at District 2, Acc Co, VA, at age 79. She was shown as Mary Crockett, who died of old age at the age of 80 years. She was the daughter of Lillie Abbott, born in Acc Co and a widow. Her daughter Zipporah King gave the information..2 |
| Burial* | | Mary was buried at Canton Ridge, Tangier Island, Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone book shows her as Mary A. Crockett, 12 Feb 1815 - 17 Jul 1894.3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
(s|o Wm. F.) Marshall1
M, b. circa 1885, d. 26 April 1888
| Biography* | | The son of William and Ellen Marshall died at Syke's Island, Thursday, 26 Apr 1888, of measles, aged 3 years (Pen. Ent., 9 May 1963 - 75 years ago). |
| Birth* | circa 1885 | (s|o was born circa 1885 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 26 April 1888 | (s|o died on 26 April 1888 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Obituary.
Stephen (of Woodman Sr.) Bloxom I1
M, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Stephen was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1752 | He married Kaziah (-----) circa 1752.2 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 1 May 1770 | Stephen witnessed a will on 1 May 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Stephen Bloxom and Woodman Bloxom witnessed the will of John Bloxom, wife Tabitha.3 |
| Will - Bro-in-law* | 14 March 1776 | Stephen was named in his brother-in-law's will on 14 March 1776 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Moses Bloxom, wife Rachel, named Stephen Bloxom Sr., wife & son Stephen Bloxom Extrs. (NOTE: It is assumed that Stephen Bloxom Sr. was his wife's brother.)4 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 March 1778 | Stephen was named in his father's will on 13 March 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 330 (will of Woodman Bloxom).
- [S1968] New Church, VA Mary Frances Carey, Bloxom Family of Accomack Co, VA.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 252 (will of John Bloxom, wife Tabitha).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 332 (will of Moses Bloxom, wife Rachel).
William Russell Sr.1,2
M, b. circa 1804, d. April 1873
| Birth* | circa 1804 | William was born circa 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1820, the 1860 census puts it at 1805, the 1870 census puts it at 1804 and his 1873 death record puts it at 1816..3,4,5,6 |
| Marriage* | 27 August 1827 | He married Tabitha Ewell, daughter of James (of Geo Hope) Ewell and Tabitha Parks, on 27 August 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Russell of Benj. and Tabitha Ewell of Jms..1 |
| Marriage | 5 January 1842 | He married Polly Justice, daughter of William (Back Creek) Justice and Comfort Barnes, on 5 January 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown only as William Russell, widower, and she as Polly Russell, widow..1 |
| Marriage* | 24 January 1849 | He married Susan Simpson, daughter of Revell Simpson and Rebecca Chesser, on 24 January 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Gilbert Marshall and Richard S. Taylor were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Russell, widower, and Susan Drury, widow of Drury..1 |
| Biography* | | William Russell was living on Saxis with Gilly and Henny Marshall in the 1850, 1860 and 1870 Census. In 1850 his step children by his second wife, Susan (Simpson) Drewer, John and Rebecca Drewer, were also with him, as well as his son, William Jr. In 1870 his grandsons William, Jesse and Edward Martin were with him. They were the children of his daughter Elizabeth, who had married George Martin. Evidently both Elizabeth and George had died by 1870. |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Saxis Island, Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Russell, a 30 year old laborer in HH#793 headed by Gillet Marshall, a 47 year old farmer. Also listed were Wm. Russell Jr., age 15, evidently his son; Rebecca Drewer, age 13, evidently his step-daughter; and John Drewer, age 9, evidently his step-son. This was at Saxis Island..3 |
| Marriage* | 20 January 1855 | He married Nancy Bayly, daughter of Zadock Bayly Jr., on 20 January 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, a 40 year old widowed farmer & oysterman, born in Acc Co, the son of Benjamin & Rachel Russell. She was shown as Nancy Bayly age 23, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Zadock Bayly. They were married by George H. Ewell. Robert Russell of R. said they both were over age 21..2 |
| Census w/another | 1860 | William was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Saxis Island, Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, age 45 and farming in HH#372 headed by Gillett Marshall, a 58 year old farmer. There were no other Russells in the household. This was at Saxis Island..4 |
| Census w/another | 1870 | William was listed with another family in the census of in 1870 at Saxis Island, Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, age 66 and retired from laborer in HH#AT386 headed by Gilly Marshall, a 68 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Edward Martin, age 12 and oystering; William Martin, age 18 and oystering; and Jessy Martin, age 8. They were his grandsons, the children of his daughter Elizabeth who married George Martin in 1849..5 |
| Death* | April 1873 | William died in April 1873 at First District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Russel, who died of dropsy at the age of 57 years. He was born in Atlantic District. A friend Gilly Marshall gave the information..6 |
Family 2
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Susan Simpson b. c 1810, d. a 1849 |
| Marriage* | 24 January 1849 | He married Susan Simpson, daughter of Revell Simpson and Rebecca Chesser, on 24 January 1849 at Accomack Co, VA. Gilbert Marshall and Richard S. Taylor were the securities on the M.L.B. of William Russell, widower, and Susan Drury, widow of Drury..1 |
Family 3
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Nancy Bayly b. c 1832 |
| Marriage* | 20 January 1855 | He married Nancy Bayly, daughter of Zadock Bayly Jr., on 20 January 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, a 40 year old widowed farmer & oysterman, born in Acc Co, the son of Benjamin & Rachel Russell. She was shown as Nancy Bayly age 23, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Zadock Bayly. They were married by George H. Ewell. Robert Russell of R. said they both were over age 21..2 |
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.
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Tabitha Ewell1
F, b. circa 1807, d. before 1842
| Birth* | circa 1807 | Tabitha was born circa 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 27 August 1827 | She married William Russell Sr., son of Benjamin Russell and Rachel (-----), on 27 August 1827 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Russell was the security on the M.L.B. of Wm. Russell of Benj. and Tabitha Ewell of Jms..2 |
| Married Name | 27 August 1827 | As of 27 August 1827,her married name was Russell. |
| Death* | before 1842 | Tabitha died before 1842. |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Benjamin Russell
M, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Benjamin was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Rachel (-----) circa 1795.1 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 284 (marriage of William Russell to Nancy Bayly showed him as the son of Benjamin & Rachel Russell).
James (of Geo Hope) Ewell1
M, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | James was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 October 1793 | James was named in his father's will on 7 October 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James in the will of George H. Ewell. He and his brother George were given that part of my land where I now live & 1/2 my marsh on Shores Island..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Tabitha Parks circa 1795.2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 416 (will of George H. Ewell).
- [S1700] Husband's deed to brother.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896, death of Symour Matthews.
William J. Russell Jr.1
M, b. circa 1835, d. 6 February 1911
| Birth* | circa 1835 | William was born circa 1835 at Accomack Co, VA. The 1850 census puts his birth at 1835, his 1867 marriage to Catharine Custis puts it at 1842, the 1870 census puts it at 1835, and his tombstone puts it at 1825..1,2,3 |
| Census w/father* | 1850 | William was listed with his father in the census of in 1850 at Saxis Island, Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Russell Jr., a 15 year old laborer in HH#793 headed by Gillet Marshall, a 47 year old farmer. Also listed was Wm. Russell, a 30 year old laborer, who is assumed to be his father..1 |
| Marriage* | 31 December 1855 | He married Fanny Dix, daughter of Samuel H. Dix and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Simpson, on 31 December 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell and she as Fanny Dix. Isaac Russell said both were over age 21..4,2 |
| Census head | 1860 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Russel the head of HH#560, a 30 year old day laborer with personal property valued at $20. Listed with him was Fammie Russel, age 26..5 |
| Civil War* | 1861 | He was a soldier in the Civil War in 1861. William Russell enlisted 10 Sep 1861 at Guilford, VA in the 39th VA Infantry Co. G as a private. Present on all rolls. Present at Gloucester Point on 17 Nov 1861. William Russell of Wm. on 7 July 1900 applied for a pension, aged 74. He is now a resident of Guilford, VA, a member of 26 VA Regiment Wise Brigade and Co. B. He received a pension of $30.00 on 1 Apr 1901.6 |
| Marriage* | 3 January 1867 | He married Catherine A. Custis, daughter of John H. Custis and Sally C. Savage, on 3 January 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, a 25 year old widowed oysterman, the son of William and she was shown as Catharine Custis, age 25 and single, the daughter of Jno. H. & Sally Cusits. They were married by J.E. Bundick..2 |
| Census head* | 1870 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1870 at Metompkin District, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Russel the head of HH#MT396, a 35 year old oysterman. Listed with him were Catherine Russel, age 26 and keeping house; Frank Russel, age 1; Sally Custis, age 22 and keeping house; and Thomas Custis, a 40 year old farm laborer..3 |
| Census head* | 1880 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William of W. Russel a head of household, a 49 year old farmer. Listed with him were Catharine A. Russel, a 47 year old wife; Thomas F.F.L. Russel, an 11 year old son; William T. Russel, a 9 year old son; Mary C. Russel, age 3 year old daguther; Annie C. Russel, a 2 year old daughter; and Thomas Custis, a 50 year old brother-in-law.7 |
| Census head | 1900 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of 1900 at Metompkin District, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William W. Russell, a 70 year old head of household. Listed with him was Catharine A. Russell, a 58 year old wife and Emira Russell, an 18 year old daughter, born Aug 1881.8 |
| Death* | 6 February 1911 | William died on 6 February 1911 at Accomack Co, VA. William Russell died last Monday and services held at Thomas' Church on Wednesday. He was survived by wife and 3 children - Parksley - AN 11 Feb 1911. William Russell died Monday, aged 87. He was an aged Confederate soldier - Interment in Liberty Cemetery - Survived by widow, 2 sons, T. Frank and W. J. Russell, and 1 daughter, Mrs. Fisher - Death Of An Old Confederate - ESH 17 Feb 1911..9 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Liberty Cem, Parksley, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William J. Russell, the husband of Catherine A., 1825 - 6 Feb 1911..9 |
Family 2
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Catherine A. Custis b. 27 Jun 1841, d. 7 Feb 1924 |
| Marriage* | 3 January 1867 | He married Catherine A. Custis, daughter of John H. Custis and Sally C. Savage, on 3 January 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Russell, a 25 year old widowed oysterman, the son of William and she was shown as Catharine Custis, age 25 and single, the daughter of Jno. H. & Sally Cusits. They were married by J.E. Bundick..2 |
| Children | 1. | Thomas Frank Russell b. c 1869 |
| | 2. | William Jackson Russell+ b. 17 Nov 1870, d. 2 Oct 1954 |
| | 3. | James Russell11 b. c 1872, d. 24 Dec 1875 |
| | 4. | William Russell12 b. 25 Sep 1873 |
| | 5. | Samuel J. Russell11 b. c 1874, d. 1 Feb 1876 |
| | 6. | Mary 'Manie' C. Russell7 b. 20 Nov 1876, d. 1959 |
| | 7. | Annie C. Russell7 b. 7 Dec 1877, d. 19 Oct 1894 |
| | 8. | Emma G. Russell12 b. 20 Feb 1880 |
| | 9. | Emira Russell8 b. Aug 1881 |
| | 10. | Samuel G. Russell12 b. 30 Sep 1883 |
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).
- [S675] Gail M. Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 1, Accomack Parish.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S1039] Compilers Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Civil War Soldiers & Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, Union & Confederate, p. 133 (William Russell).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S2239] Willard T. Russell, Information on the family of George T. Russell (1865-1939).
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S779] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume II, 1877-1886.
Sarah J. Miles1
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 Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah J. Miles, age 2 in HH#807 headed by John Miles, a 35 year old laborer..2 |
| Census w/parents | 1860 | Sarah was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sarah J. Miles, age 11 in HH#189 headed by John H. Miles, a 40 year old farmer..3 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309, p50/f807.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
John (of Joseph) Crockett Sr.1
M, b. 11 August 1763, d. 17 November 1834
| Birth* | 11 August 1763 | John was born on 11 August 1763 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1798 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Evans, daughter of Richard 'old Dicky' Evans and Mary 'Molly' Crockett, circa 1798.3,4 |
| Biography* | | John Crockett was mentioned in the will of John West, written 1 Feb 1799 and probated 29 Oct 1799. John West left his son Anthony West all his right to Tangier Island and Anthony was to give 100 acres to John Crockett, and should he refuse he left the whole of the Island to be sold (Acc Co Wills, 1798-1800, p. 258). In August 1807, John Crockett and Joshua Thomas where out fishing together, when a group of three vessels, each crowded with people, engaged them to pilot them into Pungoteague Creek to attend a camp meeting (Parsons of the Island, p. 75). |
| Census* | 1800 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 July 1805 | John was named in his father's will on 18 July 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son John Crockett in the will of Joseph Crockett and was given $100..6 |
| Census | 1820 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1820 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Will* | 19 January 1833 | He made a will on 19 January 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Betsy all my lands & other property during her lifetime or widowhood. To son William the field called the long Hammock, only the small piece of ground where the water hole is & that is for the benefit of any person who lives on the Manor Place. To son Annanias' heirs, Geley & Anaias, $100 each when they come to age. To my 3 granddaughters of Annanias: Zipporah, Rose & Sally Ann, $50 each when they come to age. To my son George, all my land on Sexes Island by him paying $200 to my son Annanias' heirs when they come of age. To son Thomas the half of Foxes Island. To son Severn my land where the houses stand up to the well. To son Lewis the balance of my land & the run which stands on Severn's land & $200. Remainder to my 3 daughters Triffy, Polly & Ann, but Polly & Ann $70 each at my death. Friend Henry Crockett & John Thomas Extrs. Witt: Henry Crockett, John Thomas & William Crockett..7 |
| Death* | 17 November 1834 | John died on 17 November 1834 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA, at age 71. His tombstone shows him as John Crockett, who died on 17 Nov 1837, aged 71 years, 3 months, 6 days. However, since his will was probated on 24 Nov 1834, he must have died on 17 Nov 1834..2 |
| Probate | 24 November 1834 | John's will was probated on 24 November 1834 at Accomack Co, VA. James Poulson, William D. Seymour, Robert W. Williams & Edward S. Snead securities..7 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Main Ridge, Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 143 (will of Jospeh Crockett).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S819] Mark C. Lewis, Mark C. Lewis Genealogy Research Files.
- [S1681] Child's Obituary.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 143 (will of John Crockett).
William Lewis
M, b. circa 1815
| Birth* | circa 1815 | William was born circa 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 5 June 1847 | He married Mary J. Richardson, daughter of (-----) Richardson and Mary (-----), on 5 June 1847 at Worcester Co, MD.2 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Was Living | 1860 | William was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3,4 |
| Census | 1870 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366;.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
Mary J. Richardson1,2
F, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Mary was born circa 1825 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 5 June 1847 | She married William Lewis on 5 June 1847 at Worcester Co, MD.3 |
| Married Name | 5 June 1847 | As of 5 June 1847,her married name was Lewis. |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Mary was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census | 1870 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S15] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865, p76 &.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
William Lewis1
M, b. circa 1848
| Birth* | circa 1848 | William was born circa 1848 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Was Living | 1860 | William was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census | 1870 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366;.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
George R. Lewis1
M, b. circa 1851
| Birth* | circa 1851 | George was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Was Living | 1860 | George was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census | 1870 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366;.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
Priscilla Lewis1
F, b. circa 1851
| Birth* | circa 1851 | Priscilla was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Priscilla was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3,4 |
| Census | 1870 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.4 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f399.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f399;.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
Raymond Whitefield Lewis1
M, b. 30 October 1857
| Birth* | 30 October 1857 | Raymond was born on 30 October 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Christening | 22 June 1858 | He was christened on 22 June 1858.1 |
| Census* | 1860 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census | 1870 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S196] Downing's Church Records, 1857-1899, Infant Baptisms.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
Martha C. Lewis1
F, b. 11 October 1860
| Birth* | 11 October 1860 | Martha was born on 11 October 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Christening | 20 February 1861 | She was christened on 20 February 1861.2 |
| Census* | 1870 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
- [S196] Downing's Church Records, 1857-1899, Infant Baptisms.
Laura Lewis1
F, b. circa 1863
| Birth* | circa 1863 | Laura was born circa 1863 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1870 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Was Living | 1870 | Laura was living in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
Mary (-----)
F, b. circa 1790, d. after 1870
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Mary was born circa 1790 at Maryland.1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | She married (-----) Richardson circa 1820.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1820 | As of circa 1820,her married name was Richardson. |
| Census* | 1860 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Was Living | 1860 | Mary was living in 1860 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1,2 |
| Census | 1870 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Death* | after 1870 | Mary died after 1870. |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366;.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p51/f390.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p47/f366.
(-----) Richardson
M, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | (-----) was born circa 1790. |
| Marriage* | circa 1820 | He married Mary (-----) circa 1820.1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
William Henry Pruitt Sr.1,2
M, b. 22 February 1832, d. 25 June 1909
| Birth* | 22 February 1832 | William was born on 22 February 1832 at Lancaster Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | William was listed with another family in the census of in 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Pruitt, an 18 year old carpenter in HH#205 headed by Lenox Ailworth, a 44 year old carpenter..3 |
| Marriage* | 5 May 1858 | He married Henrietta Mills 'Hennie' Feddeman, daughter of John William Feddeman and Elizabeth Dickerson White, on 5 May 1858 at Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. Henry Pruitt (Prewit on the license), a 26 year old carpenter, born in Gloucester Co, VA and living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Henry & Patsey Pruitt and she was shown as Henrietta Mills Feddeman, age 23, born and living in Acc Co, VA, the daughter of Jno. Wm. & Eliz'th D. Feddeman. They were married by J.F. Chaplain. Wm. S. Byrd said both were over age 21. According to the Pruitt Family Bible he was born in Lancaster Co, VA and moved to Accomack Co in 1847 and settled near Temperanceville. He was converted & united with the M.E. Church South & continued a consistant member of the same till his death on 25 Jun 1909. He was a Stuard at one time and a charter member of the Masonic Order of this place..4,1,2 |
| Census* | 1870 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1870 at Atlantic Dist, Acc Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 25 June 1909 | William died on 25 June 1909 at age 77.6,7 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Wm. H. Pruitt Sr., 22 Feb 1832 - 25 Jun 1909..6 |
Citations
- [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. 13, p. 114 (William H. Pruitt Bible).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S197] Downing's Church Records, 1857-1899, Marriages.
- [S30] 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 13, p. 115 (William H. Pruitt Bible).
Netty M. Evans1
F, b. before 5 November 1893, d. 15 September 1896
| Birth* | before 5 November 1893 | Netty was born before 5 November 1893 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Christening | 5 November 1893 | She was christened on 5 November 1893 at Accomack Co, VA. George and Elizabeth Crockett were present at Netty M. Evans' christening on 05 Nov 1893 in Accomack Co, VA..1 |
| Death* | 15 September 1896 | Netty died on 15 September 1896 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. An infant child (assumed to be Netty M. Evans) of George O. and Eliza Evans died on 15 Sep 1896 on Sykes (Pen. Ent., 26 Sep 1896)..2 |
Citations
- [S196] Downing's Church Records, 1857-1899, Infant Baptisms.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise.
Sarah Ann Hoffman1
F, b. circa 1810
| Birth* | circa 1810 | Sarah was born circa 1810 at Smith Island, Somerset Co, MD. |
| Marriage* | 11 May 1830 | She married Gilbert 'Gillet' Marshall, son of John A. Marshall and Hester 'Hessy' Parks, on 11 May 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. Zachariah Marshall was the security on the M.L.B. of Gilbert Marshall and Sarah Ann Hoffman of James..1,2 |
| Married Name | 11 May 1830 | As of 11 May 1830,her married name was Marshall. |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
James Harvey Hoffman1
M, b. circa 1804, d. before 29 August 1881
| Birth* | circa 1804 | James was born circa 1804 at Smith Island, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 28 January 1826 | He married Sinah Evans, daughter of Richard 'young Dicky' Evans and Rachel 'Betanna' Evans, on 28 January 1826 at Baltimore Co, MD. They were shown as James Hoffman & Sina Evans..3 |
| Census head* | 1850 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Dames Qtr Distrist, Somerset Co, MD. HH#1622 was headed by James Harvey, a 36 year old mariner. Listed with him were the following Harveys: Ciner, age 35; Griffen, age 22; Sally, age 22; Betsey, age 20; John, age 18; Jane, age 16; Nancy, age 13; James, age 11; William, age 9; Laura, age 7; and infant, age 6/12. (Note: It is not clear why he was listed using his middle name, instead of his surname of Hoffman.)4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Shanks, below Smith Island, Acc Co, VA. HH#1287 was headed by Jams. Harvey, a 40 year old sailor, born in VA, with real estate valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Harveys: Siner, age 35; Jno., a 19 year old sailor; Griffin, a 25 year old sailor; and Polly, age 22. This was probably the southern tip of Smith Island which was in Virginia. (Note: It is not clear why he was listed using his middle name, instead of his surname of Hoffman.)5 |
| Biography* | 1856 | According to James E. Mears in his book Hacks Neck & Its People, James Harvey Hoffman (son of Hejay (?) Hoffman, whose parents came from Germany and settled in Trenton, NJ) came to Hacks Neck from Smith Island, MD, and in 1856 purchased from George S. Rogers a tract of 127 acres, comprising all of the land between the east side of the present main road through Harborton and the western boundary of the "Poplar Grove" farm, now owned by the estate of L. Floyd Nock, dec'd, from the south bank of Pungoteague Creek to and slightly beyond the Hacks Neck - Pungoteague highway. This parcel comprised the two tracts that in 1825 commissioners dividing the estate of Levi Hutchinson assigned to his daughters Dorenda (Coleburn) and Elizabeth (Dunn). James Harvey Hoffman, who was the community's first postmaster, his father, his wife, and several of their children died at Harborton. (NOTE: Gail Waczyk, an expert on the families of Smith Island, MD and the bayside of Accomack Co, VA, found his Hoffman ancestors were actually in Accomack County since the late 1700s and their name was sometimes spelled Hopman.)6 |
| Census head | 1860 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#1283 was headed by James Hoofman, a 52 year old farmer, born in VA with real estate valued at $1,000 and personal property valued at $200. Listed with him were the following Hoofmans all born in MD: Lena or Sina, age 47; James W., an 18 year old farm laborer; Julia A.M., age 14; and Noah S., age 12. Also listed was Winfield Scott, a 17 year old farm labor. (Note: James Hoofman, age 82, was living next door, who was evidently his father.)7 |
| Census head | 1870 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount P.O., St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#504 was headed by J.H. Hoffman, a 63 year old farmer with real estate valued at $1,400 and personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were Siner Hoffman, age 56; Malinda Hoffman, age 24; M.J. Hoffman, a 3 year old female; and Harry Reed, a 14 year old black farm laborer.8 |
| Census head | 1880 | James was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. HH#227 was headed by James H. Hoffman, a 72 year old farmer. Listed with him were Siner Hoffman, a 68 year old wife and Melindey Evans, a 12 year old granddaughter.9 |
| Will* | 29 June 1881 | James made a will on 29 June 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will James H. Hoffman of Hack's Neck gave to son William G. Hoffman 16 acres of land being the north end of my farm, embracing the dwelling house and out houses where I now live and then to the Wharf Road on condition that he pay to my dau. Sally Evans $100 and to my dau. Jane Sparrer (Sparrow) $100. To son Westly Hoffman Hoffman 6 acres of land off the south end of my field, embracing the house where Thos. Bonwell and Arthur Killman now live, on condition that he pay to the children of Labin Evans $50 between them and to my son John Hoffman $50. To son N. S. Hoffman 6 acres of land between W. G. Hoffman's part and Westly Hoffman's part and at his death to his daughter Sinah Hoffman and her heirs, on condition that he pay to my 2 granddaughters, Melinda Evans and Anna Ward, $50 each. All of my woodland north of the main neck road to son William G. Hoffman, and all my woodland south of the said road to be equally divided between sons Westly and N. S. Hoffman. All personal property to be equally divided between my 3 daughters, Sally Evans, Jane Sparrer, Malinda Scott and my 2 sons Westly Hoffman and N. S. Hoffman. To dau. Malinda Scott, 1 acre of land where she now lives ½ of the lease I give to W. G. Hoffman and the other to West and Snead. Son W. G. Hoffman Exec. 29 Jun 1881. Wit: Raymond R. Hutchinson, Benjamin J. Kellam, S. T. Kellam. Proved 29 Aug 1881. Sureties Leonard H. Ames and Raymond R. Hutchinson.10 |
| Death* | before 29 August 1881 | He died before 29 August 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.10 |
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Sinah Evans b. c 1811 |
| Marriage* | 28 January 1826 | He married Sinah Evans, daughter of Richard 'young Dicky' Evans and Rachel 'Betanna' Evans, on 28 January 1826 at Baltimore Co, MD. They were shown as James Hoffman & Sina Evans..3 |
| Children | 1. | William Griffin (of Jms H) Hoffman+11 b. 1827, d. 1916 |
| | 2. | Sally (of Jms H) Hoffman+ b. c 1828, d. 1909 |
| | 3. | Elizabeth 'Betsey' C. (of Jms H) Hoffman2 b. 17 Mar 1831, d. 5 Apr 1874 |
| | 4. | John W. (of Jms H) Hoffman b. c 1831, d. 1915 |
| | 5. | Mary Jane (of Jms H) Hoffman+12 b. c 1834, d. 1912 |
| | 6. | Rhoda (of Jms H) Hoffman2 b. 1836, d. 1836 |
| | 7. | Nancy A. (of Jms H) Hoffman+4 b. c 1837 |
| | 8. | James Wesley (of Jms H) Hoffman Sr.+4 b. c 1839, d. 1907 |
| | 9. | William (of Jms H) Hoffman2 b. c 1841 |
| | 10. | Laura (of Jms H) Hoffman4 b. c 1843 |
| | 11. | Melinda Jackson (of Jms H) Hoffman+2 b. 18 Mar 1844, d. 28 Jan 1931 |
| | 12. | Julia A.M. (of Jms H) Hoffman7 b. c 1846 |
| | 13. | Noah Snead (of Jms H) Hoffman+7 b. c 1848 |
| | 14. | Infant (of Jms H) Hoffman4 b. c 1850 |
Citations
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present.
- [S2215] Gail Marie Walczyk, Genealogical Navi-Bauble Database. Eastern Shore Heritage. <http://easternshoreheritage.com>.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, James Hoffman & Sina Evans in the Maryland, U.S., Compiled Marriages, 1655-1850.
- [S584] Ruth T. Dryden, 1850 Somerset County, Maryland, Census.
- [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. 146 (Hoffman Family).
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S839] Elizabeth Smith, Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1861-1901, p. 40 (will of James H. Hoffman).
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present, p. 147 (Hoffman Family).
- [S319] James Egbert Mears, Hacks Neck and Its People, Past and Present, p. 199 (Sparrow Family).
Robert Young Sr.1
M, b. circa 1778, d. before 28 November 1848
| Birth* | circa 1778 | Robert was born circa 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 22 January 1800 | He married Rachel (of Woney II) Rew, daughter of Woney Rew II and Hester Hickman, on 22 January 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. Woney Rew was the security on the M.L.B. of Robert Young and Rachel Rew..3,4 |
| Will - Father's* | 26 February 1802 | Robert was named in his father's will on 26 February 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Robert Young in the will of William Young Sr..1 |
| Anecdote* | 11 February 1809 | On 11 February 1809, several of his siblings joined and sold land to their brother, Robert Young, 3¼ acres for $158.25, "late the property of Major William Young, deceased, near Guilford warehouse" (Acc Co Deeds 1810 - 1812, p. 80). On 5 March 1810 his brother Isaac sold Robert Young his rights to the same property for 32 pounds 4 shilling (Acc Co Deeds 1810 - 1812, p. 152). |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Back Cem, Guilford Cr, Acc Co, VA. Mason Annis and George M. Moore Jr. report that Robert Young and his wife Rachel Rew Young are buried in unmarked graves in what they refer to as the "back cemetery" which is about 300 ft north of the Taylor Cemetery on Guildford Creek. They are buried in brick vaults on the southwest corner of the cemetery. The cemetery measures approximately 20 ft by 35 ft and has a 16 inch black walnut tree growing in the center of the cemetery..5 |
| Will* | 22 September 1848 | Robert made a will on 22 September 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. My land whereon I now live to my 3 children Betsy Young, Peggy Lankford & Samuel Young. The remainder of Robins Hole land & all the residue of my land to my 3 children Betsy Young, Peggy Lankford & Samuel Young as well as my personal estate. My daughter Betsy to have her choice of lots after the division. Littleton A. Hinman Extr. Witt: Erastus Poulson, James S. Annis & John R. Bowdoin.6 |
| Death* | before 28 November 1848 | Robert died before 28 November 1848 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John B. Ailworth & George H. Ewell securities. (Note: James S. Annis was shown as a witness, but James B. Andrews proved the will.)6 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 632 (will of William Young Sr.).
- [S388] Mary Frances Carey, Youngs of Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S10] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1774-1806.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S838] George M. Moore Jr. to Mason Annis, Mason Annis papers & recollections.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 630 (will of Robert Young).
Isaac Wessells1
M, b. circa 1785, d. before 27 July 1840
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Isaac was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1805 | He married Nancy Onions, daughter of Rev. William Selby Onions, circa 1805.3 |
| Biography* | 1810 | Isaac Wessells is first listed in the 1810 Census as a head of household, age 16-26 (bc 1785-95), with a wife(?) age 26-45 (bc 1765-85), 2 other females under 10 (bc 1800-10) and one slave. In 1820 he is listed as 26-45 (bc 1775-95), with a wife of the same age, and 4 other females, 2 under 10 (bc 1810-20), and 2 10-16 (bc 1805-10) and 1 slave. In 1830 he is listed as 40-50 (bc 1780-90), with a wife of the same age, 3 other females, 1 10-15 (bc 1815-20), 1 15-20 (bc 1810-15) and 1 20-30 (bc 1800-10) and 4 slaves. In 1840 he is listed as Isaac Junior age 50-60 (bc 1780-90) and a wife of the same age with no children and 3 slaves. |
| Census* | 1810 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census | 1820 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Will* | 10 June 1840 | Isaac made a will on 10 June 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. To my wife Nancy Wessells my black girl Harriet... To my children Amy Wessells, wife of Arthur F. Wessells; Polly Wessells, the wife of Richard Wessells; Ann Bundick, wife of George Bundick of William; & Sally Young, wife of Samuel Young, my 4 Negroes Harriet, John, Ned & Henry. To my children Amy Wessells, Polly Wessells, Ann Bundick & Sally Young all my lands (except the graveyard which is about 20 yards square for the use of all my children) & the remainder. I am security to sundry persons in Bonds for my son-in-law George Bundick & also a Bond dated 15 Jun 1838 for $80.50 with interest which I paid John D. Parks for George Bundick. I hereby revoke the devise aforesaid to his wife if my estate have that money to pay ... Wife Nancy Wessells to have the same portion as if she had been named in my will. Son-in-law Arthur F. Wessells Extr. Witt: John A. Bundick, Thomas Wessells of James & George Russell of George. Prob: William Taylor (of Major), Richard Wessells & Ephraim Wessells (of A.) securities.4 |
| Death* | before 27 July 1840 | Isaac died before 27 July 1840 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..4 |
Citations
- [S152] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1812-14, p. 348.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 403 (will of William Onions Sr.).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 582 (will of Isaac Wessells, wife Nancy).
James T. Mears1,2
M, b. 22 November 1858, d. 30 May 1911
| Birth* | 22 November 1858 | James was born on 22 November 1858 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | James was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James T. Mears, age 1 in HH#251 headed by Zadock Mears, age 26..2 |
| Marriage* | 1 June 1881 | He married Caroline M. 'Grayline' Lewis, daughter of Samuel Absalom Lewis and Elizabeth M. 'Elise' Lewis, on 1 June 1881 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James T. Mears, a 24 year old farmer, the son of Zadock & Julia A. Mears and she was shown as Caroline M. Lewis, age 18, the daughter of Absalom & Elizabeth Lewis. They were married by Robert B. Beadles, a Methodist minister, at the Sykes Isld Church..1 |
| Was Living | 1881 | James was living in 1881 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Death* | 30 May 1911 | James died on 30 May 1911 at age 52.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as James T. Mears, buried next to Grayline M. Mears, 22 Nov 1858 - 30 May 1911..3 |
Citations
- [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.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
Capt. Zadock S. Mears1,2
M, b. 4 March 1833, d. 21 December 1904
| Birth* | 4 March 1833 | Zadock was born on 4 March 1833 at Messongo, Acc Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Zadock was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears, a 17 year old laborer in HH#540 headed by George Mears, a 60 year old miller..4 |
| Marriage* | 12 July 1855 | He married Julia Ann Chesser, daughter of Polly Chesser, on 12 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears, a 23 year old sailor, born in Messongo, the son of George (Sen) and she was shown as Julia Ann Chesser, age 17, also born in Messongo, the daughter of Polly Chesser. They were married at the residence of Arfaxes Bayly by George H. Ewell. Jesse Dickerson said he was over age 21..5 |
| Census head* | 1860 | Zadock was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears the head of HH#251, a 26 year old waterman with real estate valued at $500 & personal estate valued at $150..6 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 April 1869 | Zadock was named in his father's will on 2 April 1869 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadoc Mears in the will of Geroge Mears Sr. and was given enough heart pine and gum timber to build another room on his house..2 |
| Census head* | 1880 | Zadock was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadoc Mears, a 47 year old head of HH. Listed with him were the following Mears: Julia A. age 41 year old wife; Jas. T., a 22 year old son; Jefferson, a 19 year old son; Zadoc, a 10 year old son; Florence, a 7 year old daughter; and Julia, a 5 year old daughter.7 |
| Death* | 21 December 1904 | Zadock died on 21 December 1904 at age 71.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Captain Zadock S. Mears, buried next to Julia A. Mears, 4 Mar 1833 - 21 Dec 1904..3 |
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Julia Ann Chesser b. c 1837, d. 11 Apr 1912 |
| Marriage* | 12 July 1855 | He married Julia Ann Chesser, daughter of Polly Chesser, on 12 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears, a 23 year old sailor, born in Messongo, the son of George (Sen) and she was shown as Julia Ann Chesser, age 17, also born in Messongo, the daughter of Polly Chesser. They were married at the residence of Arfaxes Bayly by George H. Ewell. Jesse Dickerson said he was over age 21..5 |
| Children | 1. | Adaline F. Mears+ b. 1856, d. 1924 |
| | 2. | James T. Mears+ b. 22 Nov 1858, d. 30 May 1911 |
| | 3. | Jefferson Davis 'Jeff' Mears+ b. 1861, d. 1944 |
| | 4. | Florence Rose Mears+ b. c 1865 |
| | 5. | Zadock S. Mears Jr.+ b. 12 Mar 1870, d. 7 Jun 1946 |
| | 6. | Julia Ann Mears+ b. 15 Oct 1875, d. 18 Apr 1926 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S891] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1846-1882, p. 438 (will of George Mears Sr. in Guilford Neck).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [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.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Julia Ann Chesser1,2
F, b. circa 1837, d. 11 April 1912
| Birth* | circa 1837 | Julia was born circa 1837 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1850 | Julia was listed with her mother in the census of in 1850 at Sanford, Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as 'Julianna Bayly' age 13 in HH#1000 headed by Fairfax Bayly, age 50. Also in this household was her mother Polly Chesser, age 46. Polly Chesser and Fairfax Bayly were apparently not married, as they had different surnames. Evidently Julianna should have been shown as a Chesser, not Bayly..1 |
| Marriage* | 12 July 1855 | She married Capt. Zadock S. Mears, son of George (of Shad) Mears (miller) and Nancy Shay, on 12 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears, a 23 year old sailor, born in Messongo, the son of George (Sen) and she was shown as Julia Ann Chesser, age 17, also born in Messongo, the daughter of Polly Chesser. They were married at the residence of Arfaxes Bayly by George H. Ewell. Jesse Dickerson said he was over age 21..2 |
| Married Name | 12 July 1855 | As of 12 July 1855,her married name was Mears. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Julia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Julia A. Mears, age 21, in HH#251 headed by Zadock Mears, age 26..3 |
| Death* | 11 April 1912 | Julia died on 11 April 1912.4 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her age at death as 73. If this was correct, she would have been only age 16 at the time of her marriage. According to the 1850 census, she was then age 13 and would have been age 18 when she was married in 1855..4 |
| Obituary - Sister's* | 9 December 1922 | She was named in her sister's obituary on 9 December 1922 at Sanford, Accomack Co, VA. Mr. Constantine Drummond of Sanford died at 1 p.m., 9 Dec 1922, aged 88 years and a retired oysterman. His wife, before marriage Miss Susan Bailey, died the same day at 6 p.m., aged 77 years. They both died of pneumonia. Her VA Death Certificate shows her as Susan Drummond, who died in the Eastville District of N'hamp Co, VA, the widow of Caston Tine Drummond, age 78, born in 1844. Her father was shown as "Don't Know" and her mother was shown as (-----) Bailey, born in Accomac Co, VA. She was buried at Mulbery Cemetery on 11 Dec 1922 by C.C. Godwin, an undertaker of Sanford, VA.5 |
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Capt. Zadock S. Mears b. 4 Mar 1833, d. 21 Dec 1904 |
| Marriage* | 12 July 1855 | She married Capt. Zadock S. Mears, son of George (of Shad) Mears (miller) and Nancy Shay, on 12 July 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Zadock Mears, a 23 year old sailor, born in Messongo, the son of George (Sen) and she was shown as Julia Ann Chesser, age 17, also born in Messongo, the daughter of Polly Chesser. They were married at the residence of Arfaxes Bayly by George H. Ewell. Jesse Dickerson said he was over age 21..2 |
| Children | 1. | Adaline F. Mears+ b. 1856, d. 1924 |
| | 2. | James T. Mears+ b. 22 Nov 1858, d. 30 May 1911 |
| | 3. | Jefferson Davis 'Jeff' Mears+ b. 1861, d. 1944 |
| | 4. | Florence Rose Mears+ b. c 1865 |
| | 5. | Zadock S. Mears Jr.+ b. 12 Mar 1870, d. 7 Jun 1946 |
| | 6. | Julia Ann Mears+ b. 15 Oct 1875, d. 18 Apr 1926 |
Citations
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S586] E. Thomas Crowson & Susan Crowson Hite, 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S360] Accomack News, 22 Dec 1922 issue.
Thomas Wessells1
M, b. circa 1785, d. January 1832
| Biography* | | Thomas Wessells, age 40-50 (bc 1780-90), was listed as a head of an 1830 household with a wife, age 30-40 (Nancy, 37), one female 15-20 (Sally, 15), 2 females 5-10 (Laura, 5 and Caty, 4), and 5 slaves. In his will of 19 Jan 1832 Thomas Wessels named: a wife Nancy Wessels; daughters (2 eldest) Elizabeth Ewell and Sally Wessels, (2 youngest) Caty and Lovey Wessels; and executors wife and son-in-law Parker Ewell. Witnesses were Isaac Wessels, Arthur F. Wessels and Richard Wessels. At probate the named executors refused to qualify and George P. Ewell and Arthur F. Wessels gave bond with Isaac Wessels, Gillett Young, Thomas N. Blackston, Smith Melson and Henry B. White as securities (Acc Wills 1828-1846, p. 105). Thomas Wessells' estate was administered to George P. Ewell, on 27 Feb 1832, with Thomas W. Blackston, David C. Taylor, Smith Melson, and Henry B. White securities (Acc Orders 1829-1832, p. 437). |
| Birth* | circa 1785 | Thomas was born circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 10 December 1811 | He married Nancy Wessells, daughter of Arthur Wessells Jr. and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Bundick, on 10 December 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. Arthur Wessells was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Wessells and Nancy Wessells of Art. The M.L.B. was dated 10 Dec and the marriage may have taken place on 30 Dec..3,4 |
| Census* | 1830 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Death* | January 1832 | Thomas died in January 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.5 |
| Probate* | 30 January 1832 | Thomas's will was probated on 30 January 1832 at Accomack Co, VA.5 |
Citations
- [S152] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1812-14, p. 348.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S174] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1828-46, p. 105.
James Wesley Spence
M, b. circa 1825
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
George Franklin Byrd1
M, b. 13 August 1868, d. 27 September 1943
| Birth* | 13 August 1868 | George was born on 13 August 1868 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1890 | He married Julia Ann Mears, daughter of Capt. Zadock S. Mears and Julia Ann Chesser, on 25 December 1890 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George F. Byrd, a 23 year old sailor, the son of George W. & Eliz'th Byrd and she was shown as Jullia A. Mears, age 16, the daughter of Zadock S. & Julia Mears..3 |
| Anecdote* | 1892 | Mr. Frank Byrd was in business at the Hammocks, near Sanford, VA, in 1892. He moved to Sanford in 1904. His first child born in Sanford was Cornelius Z. Byrd. |
| Was Living | 1915 | George was living in 1915 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Census* | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 27 September 1943 | George died on 27 September 1943 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA, at age 75. Mr. G. Frank Byrd, a Sanford merchant, age 76 years, died on 27 Sep 1943 of a heart attack. He was reared at Winterville and was in the merchantile business between Sanford and Saxis. He moved to Sanford 35 years ago. He was living with his daughter and son-in-law, Donald Corbin. His deceased wife was Julia Mears Byrd. Mr. Byrd had a son in the service in World War I and 3 sons in World War II, Col. Orville Byrd, Lt. Col. Cornelius Byrd now a P.O.W. in a Japan prison, and Chief Petty Officer Frank Byrd on the US Carrier Ranger. Mr. Byrd wanted to live to see the return of P.O.W. son. He was a member of the Sanford Methodist Church. Services were on Wednesday by Revs. Bryan, Forrest, and Ditto, with interment in the family ground at Jenkins Bridge. Survivors were listed (E.S. News, 1 Oct 1943)..6 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as G. Frank Byrd, 1868 - 1943..7 |
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Julia Ann Mears b. 15 Oct 1875, d. 18 Apr 1926 |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1890 | He married Julia Ann Mears, daughter of Capt. Zadock S. Mears and Julia Ann Chesser, on 25 December 1890 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George F. Byrd, a 23 year old sailor, the son of George W. & Eliz'th Byrd and she was shown as Jullia A. Mears, age 16, the daughter of Zadock S. & Julia Mears..3 |
| Children | 1. | Orville F. Byrd+ b. 26 Mar 1892, d. 29 Apr 1971 |
| | 2. | William Roland Byrd Sr.+ b. 10 Feb 1894, d. 25 Jan 1976 |
| | 3. | Hilda F. Byrd b. 11 Jan 1896, d. 26 Dec 1988 |
| | 4. | (unnamed s|o George) Byrd b. 22 Jul 1897, d. 16 Sep 1897 |
| | 5. | George W. Byrd+ b. 22 Jan 1899, d. 28 Jan 1971 |
| | 6. | Alma Ray Byrd b. 22 Jul 1901, d. 29 Jul 1903 |
| | 7. | Lt. Col. Cornelius Zane 'Neal' Byrd Sr.+ b. 4 Dec 1904, d. 7 Feb 1945 |
| | 8. | Alma A. Byrd+ b. 30 Oct 1906, d. 22 May 2002 |
| | 9. | Helen Elizabeth Byrd+ b. 16 Dec 1910, d. 20 Dec 1994 |
| | 10. | Laura J. Byrd+ b. 26 Jan 1913, d. 16 Jun 1996 |
| | 11. | Frank Mears Byrd b. 27 Feb 1915, d. 14 Jun 1963 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1418] Lester 'Leslie' Martin Jr. Obituray.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, Obituary.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Julia Ann Mears1
F, b. 15 October 1875, d. 18 April 1926
| Birth* | 15 October 1875 | Julia was born on 15 October 1875 at Accomack Co, VA. Her Acc Co birth record shows her as Julia A. Mears, born 6 Oct 1875, in Acc Parish, the daughter of Zadock S. Mears, a sailor living in Acc Co and his wife Julia A. Mears, who gave the information..2,3 |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1890 | She married George Franklin Byrd, son of George W. Byrd and Elizabeth C. Wessells, on 25 December 1890 at Mappsville, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as George F. Byrd, a 23 year old sailor, the son of George W. & Eliz'th Byrd and she was shown as Jullia A. Mears, age 16, the daughter of Zadock S. & Julia Mears..4 |
| Married Name | 25 December 1890 | As of 25 December 1890,her married name was Byrd. |
| Census* | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | 18 April 1926 | Julia died on 18 April 1926 at age 50. Mrs. Julia (Mears) Byrd, wife of G. Frank Byrd of Sanford, aged 50 years, died on 18 Apr 1926, burial at Jenkins Bridge, survivors were listed (E.S. News, 23 Apr 1926)..6 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Julia A. Byrd, 1875 - 1925..7 |
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George Franklin Byrd b. 13 Aug 1868, d. 27 Sep 1943 |
| Children | 1. | Orville F. Byrd+ b. 26 Mar 1892, d. 29 Apr 1971 |
| | 2. | William Roland Byrd Sr.+ b. 10 Feb 1894, d. 25 Jan 1976 |
| | 3. | Hilda F. Byrd b. 11 Jan 1896, d. 26 Dec 1988 |
| | 4. | (unnamed s|o George) Byrd b. 22 Jul 1897, d. 16 Sep 1897 |
| | 5. | George W. Byrd+ b. 22 Jan 1899, d. 28 Jan 1971 |
| | 6. | Alma Ray Byrd b. 22 Jul 1901, d. 29 Jul 1903 |
| | 7. | Lt. Col. Cornelius Zane 'Neal' Byrd Sr.+ b. 4 Dec 1904, d. 7 Feb 1945 |
| | 8. | Alma A. Byrd+ b. 30 Oct 1906, d. 22 May 2002 |
| | 9. | Helen Elizabeth Byrd+ b. 16 Dec 1910, d. 20 Dec 1994 |
| | 10. | Laura J. Byrd+ b. 26 Jan 1913, d. 16 Jun 1996 |
| | 11. | Frank Mears Byrd b. 27 Feb 1915, d. 14 Jun 1963 |
Citations
- [S17] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #3, 1853-1896.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S728] Gial M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume I, 1852-1876.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, Obituary.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Frank Mears Byrd1
M, b. 27 February 1915, d. 14 June 1963
| Birth* | 27 February 1915 | Frank was born on 27 February 1915 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Anecdote* | | Frank retired from the US Navy as a chief Quartermaster. |
| Death* | 14 June 1963 | Frank died on 14 June 1963 at age 48.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Helen Elizabeth Byrd1
F, b. 16 December 1910, d. 20 December 1994
| Birth* | 16 December 1910 | Helen was born on 16 December 1910 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Census* | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1927 | She married Warner Franklin Young Sr., son of Frank Pierce Young and Vicie Jester, on 25 December 1927 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 25 December 1927 | As of 25 December 1927,her married name was Young. |
| Marriage* | 15 March 1940 | She married Donald Maxwell Corbin, son of James Covington 'Cubby' Corbin and Nellie Florence Middleton, on 15 March 1940 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA.4 |
| Married Name | 15 March 1940 | As of 15 March 1940,her married name was Corbin. |
| Was Living | 27 September 1943 | Helen was living on 27 September 1943 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA. |
| Death* | 20 December 1994 | Helen died on 20 December 1994 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA, at age 84.5 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Downing's Cem, Oak Hall, Acc Co, VA.5 |
Citations
- [S52] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #5, 1926-1936.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S50] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #6, 1936-1968.
- [S717] Nancy Johnson, to Moody K. Miles.
Orville F. Byrd1
M, b. 26 March 1892, d. 29 April 1971
| Birth* | 26 March 1892 | Orville was born on 26 March 1892 at Hammocks, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | November 1915 | He married William 'Big Billie' Margaret Cosby in November 1915. Mr. Orville Byrd of the US Navy and Miss William Margaret Crosby of Portsmouth were married last week and are now spending awhile with the groom's parents, Mr. & Mrs. G.F. Byrd of Sanford (Acc News, 19 Nov 1915)..2 |
| Anecdote* | | Orville enlisted in the US Navy in 1910 and retired at the conclusion of World War II as a commander. |
| Death* | 29 April 1971 | Orville died on 29 April 1971 at age 79.3 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S360] Accomack News, Marriage.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
William 'Big Billie' Margaret Cosby
F, b. circa 1892
| Birth* | circa 1892 | William was born circa 1892. |
| Marriage* | November 1915 | She married Orville F. Byrd, son of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, in November 1915. Mr. Orville Byrd of the US Navy and Miss William Margaret Crosby of Portsmouth were married last week and are now spending awhile with the groom's parents, Mr. & Mrs. G.F. Byrd of Sanford (Acc News, 19 Nov 1915)..1 |
| Married Name | November 1915 | As of November 1915,her married name was Byrd. |
Citations
- [S360] Accomack News, Marriage.
George Corbin1
M, b. circa 1775, d. before 29 September 1823
| Birth* | circa 1775 | George was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. Based on ages in the 1800-1820 census, he would have had to have been b.c. 1775. The existance of the unnamed children listed below are based on these census data..2 |
| Marriage* | 17 September 1796 | He married Ann 'Nancy' Sterling, daughter of Littleton Sterling and Mary 'Molly' (-----), on 17 September 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown only as George Corbin & Nancy Sterling..3,4 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 January 1800 | George was named in his father's will on 27 January 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ralph Corbin Sr. age to wife Rachel whole estate during her natural life. To son Robert Corbin plantation where I now live containing 280 acres. To sons George & Coventon plantation at Mesongo containing 125 acres. To daughter Susanna Croswell. To John Pitt Corbin, reversion to my grandaughter Sally Williams Broadwater. To 4 daughters Leah, Elizabeth, Levinah & Rosannah. Bal. of estate to be divided between all my children & my grandaughter Sally William Broadwater & John Pitt Corbin. Son Robert Exr. Witt: James Benston, James Jenkins, William Williams, Jr.5 |
| Census head* | 1800 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. George Corbin appeared as a head of household in the 1800 Census age 16-26 (b.c. 1774-1784) with a wife of the same age, 2 sons under 10, 2 daughters under 10, 1 free negro and 1 slave..6 |
| Land sold* | 28 October 1800 | George sold land on 28 October 1800 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that George Corbin & wife Ann sold all their rights, title & interest in the lands of Sackes Island formerly the property of Littleton Starling dec’d to Josiah Starling for £22.4s. (NOTE: Spelled Coleburn in the beginning of the deed, Colebvin in the middle and signed as Corbin and shown as Corbin when recorded..7 |
| Census head | 1810 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. In 1810 he was age 26-45 (b.c. 1765-1785) with a wife of the same age, 1 son under 10, 2 sons 10-16, 1 daughter under 10, 1 daughter 10-16, and 1 slave..2 |
| Census head | 1820 | George was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. In 1820 he was over 45 (b. before 1775) with no wife, 1 son 10-16, 1 daughter under 10, 1 daughter 10-16, 1 daughter 16-26, and no free negros or slaves..2 |
| Death* | before 29 September 1823 | George died before 29 September 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Fletcher was appointed to administer George Corbin's estate, with Spencer Drummond and Oliver Logan securities (Acc Orders 1822-1824, p. 255).8 |
Citations
- [S231] James Bright Corbin, Corbin Family of Northampton & Accomack Co, VA.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S10] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1774-1806.
- [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. 464 (will of Ralph Corbin Sr., wife Rachel).
- [S1044] Annie Laurie Ewald, Accomack County, Virginia, 1800 Census.
- [S620] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 010, 1800-1804, p. 17.
- [S576] Comp Nora Miller Turman, Administration of Accomack County Virginia (1800-1860).
Henry Hall Sr.1
M, b. before 1754, d. April 1810
| Birth* | before 1754 | Henry was born before 1754 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Mary 'Molly' Shay, daughter of John Shay and Tabithia (-----), circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Biography* | 1787 | Henry Hall, Sr. is shown in the Acc Co, VA, Personal Property Tax 1787, List A, p82. His tithables included: 2 blacks above age 16; 7 blacks under age 16; 4 horses, mares, colts & mules; and 21 cattle. In the 1800 Census, he is shown as a head of family in Acc Parish, with the following free white males: 2 age 0-10 (b. 1790-1800), 1 age 10-16 (b. 1785-1790), and 1 age 45 and over (b. before 1755) being himself. Free white females included: 3 age 0-10 (b. 1790-1800), 3 age 16-26 (b. 1775-1785), 1 age 26-45 (b. 1755-1775) and 1 age 45 and over (b. before 1755) being his wife Molly. He had 12 slaves. If all of these were his children, he would have had 3 sons and 7 daughters living with him. According to Nottingham's Wills and Administrations, Henry Hall witnessed the will of William Drummond which was probated in 1797 and the administration of Parker West's estate was to Henry Hall in 1799. Henry Hall is mentioned in Whitelaw, p1274, in describing the ownership of tract A151, which was on the north side of Messongo Creek, near Sanford. According to Whitelaw, in 1810, Henry Hall (wife Molly) left the eastern 120 acres to his son Thomas and the western home part of 126 acres to his son Henry. |
| Census* | 1800 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Will* | 9 February 1803 | He made a will on 9 February 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. To son John Hall 1 shilling. The whole of my estate to wife Molly Hall during her widowhood & my plantation land by name of Shags, with her paying bond due Elizabeth Parker & Negro Agnes. To son Henry Hall the westward side of plantation & land where I now live on Messongo Creek containing 123 acres & Negro boy Dubling & ... To son Thomas Hall the remainder of my land where I now live joining Spencer Drummond & Negro boy David & ... To daughter Molly Hall Negro girl Grace, boy George & ... To daughter Betsy Hall Negro boy Acom, girl Leah the younger & ... To daughter Peggy Hall Negro woman Elizabeth & ... To daughter Sally Eason Negro old George. The remainder to my two sons Henry & Thomas Hall, Peggy, Molly & Betsy Hall & Sally Eason & 4 grandchildren Henry & Benjamin West & Peggy H. Filcher (Pilcher(?)) & Nancy L. Lemond (or Lamond). Witt: Thomas Fletcher, George Corbin & Covington Corbin..4 |
| Death* | April 1810 | Henry died in April 1810 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Probate* | 1 May 1810 | Henry's will was probated on 1 May 1810 at Accomack Co, VA. Mary Hall became the Admr. with George Corbin, Henry Hall & Thomas Hall securities..4 |
| Est settm't* | 30 September 1811 | Henry estate was settled on 30 September 1811 at Accomack Co, VA. The order to inventory his estate was dated Apr 1810 and was recorded on 30 Jul 1810. Negroes named were George, Elizabeth, David, Nathan, Agnes & George. Appraisers: Thomas Fletcher, Charles Drummond & John Silverthorn. The order to audit his estate was dated Mar 1811 and it was recorded on 30 Sep 1811. Mary Hall was the Extr. Appraisers: Thomas Fletcher, John Silverthorn & Charles Drummond. Named in settlement: Peggy Hall. Auditors: Thomas Fletcher & Charles Drummond..5 |
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Mary 'Molly' Shay b. b 1755, d. Jul 1817 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Mary 'Molly' Shay, daughter of John Shay and Tabithia (-----), circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Children | 1. | Sally Hall b. c 1780, d. 1850 |
| | 2. | John Shay Hall+ b. c 1781 |
| | 3. | Catherine Hall+ b. c 1781, d. b 1810 |
| | 4. | Henry Hall Jr.+ b. c 1782, d. b 30 May 1853 |
| | 5. | (2d|o_Henry) Hall+ b. c 1783, d. b 1810 |
| | 6. | (3d|o_Henry) Hall+ b. c 1784, d. b 1810 |
| | 7. | Elizabeth S. 'Betsy' Hall+ b. c 1785 |
| | 8. | Tabithia Hall b. b 1788, d. b 1810 |
| | 9. | Mary 'Molly' Hall+ b. b 1788, d. b 31 Dec 1842 |
| | 10. | Peggy Hall b. b 1788, d. Nov 1815 |
| | 11. | Thomas Spencer Hall Sr.+ b. 25 May 1791, d. 16 Dec 1874 |
| | 12. | Margaret Hall (maybe?)+ b. c 1793 |
Citations
- [S136] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1784-87, p. 115.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 246 (will of Henry Hall).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 246.
Custis (of Wm of Southy) Northam1
M, b. circa 1784, d. 1853
| Birth* | circa 1784 | Custis was born circa 1784 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 29 July 1816 | He married Ann 'Nancy' Boggs, daughter of Arthur Boggs and Susannah Crowson, on 29 July 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Boggs was the security on the M.L.B. of Custis Northam and Nancy Boggs of Arthur..3 |
| Will - Father's* | 24 July 1830 | Custis was named in his father's will on 24 July 1830 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Custis was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Custis Northam the head of HH#167, a 66 year old wheelright with real estate valued at $100. Listed with him were the following Northams: Nancy, age 54; Betsy, age 26; and Jane, age 20..5 |
| Death* | 1853 | Custis died in 1853 at Accomack Co, VA.6 |
| Admin of estate* | 28 November 1853 | Administration of Custis's estate was filed on 28 November 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his estate was administered to Robert J. Poulson. Charles B. Duffield and Tully A.T. Joynes were the securities.6 |
Citations
- [S174] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1828-46, p. 80 (father's will).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309, p88/f167.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S174] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1828-46, p. 80.
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309.
- [S576] Comp Nora Miller Turman, Administration of Accomack County Virginia (1800-1860), p. 111.
William (of E) Northam1,2
M, b. circa 1780, d. 1843
| Birth* | circa 1780 | William was born circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.3,4,5 |
| Marriage* | 10 August 1803 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Northam, daughter of John (of Thos) Northam and Rachel Fisher, on 10 August 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. John Northam was the security on the M.L.B. of William Northam and Betsy Northam. John was probably Betsy's older half-brother..6 |
| Land inherited* | 6 December 1809 | William inherited land on 6 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that he inherited 16 acres, 3 rods of his father Elijah's land at the head of Messongo Creek..2 |
| Census head* | 1810 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1810 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Northam Jun, age 26-45, with 2 males under age 10, 2 females under age 10, one female age 16-26, and 4 slaves..7 |
| Census head | 1820 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1820 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Northam of E., age 26-45, with 2 males age 10-16, 3 females under age 10, one female 16-26, one female age 26-45, and 2 slaves..8 |
| Census head | 1830 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1830 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Wlm Northam of E.J., age 40-50, with 2 males under age 5, 1 male age 5-10, one male age 20-30, 1 female under age 5, 1 female age 5-10, 2 females age 10-15, and 1 female age 40-50..4 |
| Census head | 1840 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1840 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Northam of E, age 50-60, with 1 male age 5-10, 1 male age 10-15, 1 male age 15-20, 1 female age 10-15, 1 female age 15-20, 1 female age 20-30, 1 female age 50-60, and 4 slaves..5 |
| Will* | 23 December 1842 | He made a will on 23 December 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Northam of E. in his will. To daughter Rebeker Shey my home and lot and at her death to her oldest son. To son Elijah Northam my land lying East of the county road formerly called the Hoffman land. To son Henry B. Northam my land known as Glaloping Ridge lying East of the public road. To son William C. Northam my land lying South West of the county road and one young mear by the name of Pocohuntns, bridle and saddle. To son Thomas Northam my land lying South West of the county road known as Galloping Ridge. To son John T. Northam one young negro man named George and one negro boy named Dennis to be divided equally between him and son Thomas. If either Thomas or John shall die before the arrieve to lawfull age or lawful heirs begotten or born of the body, the land and negro boy Dennis shall go to the youngest brother that is then living. To my wife (not named) the first choice of my Bas do bed stid mat & cord one sute of bed covering on Bnno an Spinning whell on chist unallison pot teako spider and one thing of all my estate so long as she do live my widow." To daughter Nancy Mearse one bed mat & cord and bed stid an the bed covering that she has now got in her possession. To daughter Rachel Northam one Bed stid mat & all the covering she has in her possession. To daughter Sally Northam the second choice of my Bed stid mat and cord, one set of bed covering. To daughter Polly Northam the third choice of my bed stid mat and cord and one suite of covering. After paying all my just debts the balance of my person estate to be equally divided between daughters Betsy Northam, Nancy Mearse, Rachell Northam, Sally Northam and Polly Northam. If there shall not be a wife pay all my just debts not to take any legecies, to sell my negro womman Rody and his child Edmond to be sold by my executor. Henry B. Northam sole Executor and guardian to my two sons Thomas and John T. Northam. Witnesses Jas Northam, William Northam of Wm, Tabitha Meares..9 |
| Death* | 1843 | William died in 1843 at Accomack Co, VA.9 |
| Probate* | 27 March 1843 | William's will was probated on 27 March 1843 at Accomack Co, VA. William E. Northam, John C. Northam and William Nock (of T.) were securities for Henry B. Northam the executor..9 |
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Elizabeth 'Betsy' Northam b. c 1784, d. 1846 |
| Marriage* | 10 August 1803 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsy' Northam, daughter of John (of Thos) Northam and Rachel Fisher, on 10 August 1803 at Accomack Co, VA. John Northam was the security on the M.L.B. of William Northam and Betsy Northam. John was probably Betsy's older half-brother..6 |
| Children | 1. | Rebecca Northam+ b. c 1804 |
| | 2. | Elijah Northam+ b. c 1807, d. Jul 1857 |
| | 3. | Henry B. Northam Sr.+ b. c 1809, d. 5 Dec 1877 |
| | 4. | Elizabeth 'Betsy' Northam+ b. c 1811 |
| | 5. | Nancy Northam+ b. c 1816, d. 28 Jan 1891 |
| | 6. | William Custis Northam+ b. c 1822 |
| | 7. | Sally Northam+ b. 1823, d. 6 Dec 1900 |
| | 8. | John T. Northam+ b. 17 Sep 1823, d. 21 Jan 1906 |
| | 9. | Thomas Northam b. c 1827 |
| | 10. | Polly Northam b. c 1827 |
| | 11. | Rachel Northam+ b. c 1829, d. Feb 1889 |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S692] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Surveyor's Record #4, p. 42 (abstracted by Mary Frances Carey).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census, pp. 83 & 142.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 68.
- [S581] Jody Powell, 1840 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 72.
- [S61] Nora Miller Turman and Mary Frances Carey, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1798-1806.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 83.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 142.
- [S174] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1828-46, p. 474.
Elijah Northam1
M, b. circa 1730, d. 1809
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Elijah was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Was Living | 26 June 1759 | Elijah was living on 26 June 1759 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Land bought* | 1773 | Elijah bought land in 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Elijah Northam bought 63 acres of Whitelaw's tract A149 from John Potter. John Potter also sold 202 acres of the same land to Southy Northam. Both of the parcels stayed in the family for 125 years..3 |
| Was Living | 21 April 1784 | Elijah was living on 21 April 1784 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elijah Northam, James Jester and Henry Fletcher witnessed the will of Southy Warrington..4 |
| Was Living | 29 September 1796 | Elijah was living on 29 September 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Elijah Northam, Elijah Pilsheard and Thomas Wheelton witnessed the will of Bayly Smith..5 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Elijah was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Elijah Northam, over 45 years old. Listed with him were 2 other males, 1 age 10-16 and 1 age 16-26 and 4 females, 1 age 0-10, 2 age 16-26, and 1 over 45 and no slaves..6 |
| Death* | 1809 | Elijah died in 1809 at Accomack Co, VA.7 |
| Admin of estate* | 30 October 1809 | Administration of Elijah's estate was filed on 30 October 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that William Northam Jr. was named to settle his estate, with William Hinman of Moses and Samuel Johnson securities. A survey showed 52 acres (a part of Whitelaw's tract A149), which were divide into five parcels. The house and 1/2 acre went to John Northam in right of his wife Easter, and 17 acres went to a William Northam, believed to have been the one to whom Southy Northam had sold 80 acres in 1795.7 |
| Land surveyed* | 6 December 1809 | Elijah's land was surveyed on 6 December 1809 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that a survey was made of Elijah Northam's land for a division among his 5 children. It was located "at the head of Messongo Creek" and contained 52 acres. Lot #1 - 11 acres, went to William Levin Lucas and Nancy his wife, in right of Nancy, a daughter of Elijah Northam. Lot #2 - 9 acres, went to Sally Northam, another daughter. Lot #3 - 16 acres 3 rods, went to William Northam, a son. Lot #4 - 14 acres 4 rods, went to Custis Northam and Elizabeth his wife, in right Elizabeth, a daughter of Elijah Northam. Lot #5 - 1/2 acre and the dwelling, went to John Northam and Esther his wife, in right of Esther, a daughter of Elijah Northam.
.8 |
Citations
- [S118] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1757-61, p. 144 (William Northam's estate settlement, abstracted by Mary Frances Carey).
- [S118] Accomack Co, VA, Wills & c., 1757-61, p. 144 (estate settlement of William Northam, abstracted by Mary Frances Carey).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1268.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 359.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 446.
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 33.
- [S576] Comp Nora Miller Turman, Administration of Accomack County Virginia (1800-1860).
- [S692] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Surveyor's Record #4, p. 42 (abstracted by Mary Frances Carey).
Ann 'Nancy' Boggs1,2
F, b. circa 1796, d. 1 November 1857
| Birth* | circa 1796 | Ann was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 July 1815 | Ann was named in her father's will on 27 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Ann Boggs in the will of Arthur Boggs, wife Susannah.4 |
| Marriage* | 29 July 1816 | She married Custis (of Wm of Southy) Northam, son of William (of Southy) Northam Senr. and Nancy (-----), on 29 July 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. Elijah Boggs was the security on the M.L.B. of Custis Northam and Nancy Boggs of Arthur..5 |
| Married Name | 29 July 1816 | As of 29 July 1816,her married name was Northam. |
| Land cause* | 1 October 1822 | Ann 'Nancy' Boggs was named in a land cause on 1 October 1822 at Slutkill Neck, Accomack Co, VA. That a certain John Boggs late of this county departed this life intestate on the ____ day of July 1822, seized in fee simple of a tract of land situate in Slutkiln Neck containing 140 acres, slaves &c., and also left the following children and grandchildren to whom the said land descended subject to the dower of Peggy Boggs, the widow of the said John Boggs, viz: your orators Elijah & James Boggs & your oratrixes Rachel, now the wife of William Rodgers & Catharine Moore, who are the only surviving children of the said John Boggs, and your oratrix Elizabeth Custis, wife of William Custis, who is the only child of William Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs, and your oratrixes Nancy Northam, wife of Custis Northam, Peggy Parker, wife of John Parker & William, Mary, Jane, Elizabeth, Lucy & Henry Boggs, all of whom are children of Arthur Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs &c.6 |
| Rev War Vet relative* | 28 March 1831 | She was shown to be related to a Rev War veteran on 28 March 1831 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Catherine Moore, Elizabeth Custis wife of William H. Custis, Rachel Rodgers wife of William W. Rodgers, Elijah Boggs and James Boggs, William C. Boggs, Nancy Northam wife of Custis Northam, Peggy Parker wife of John Parker, Peggy Mason wife of William Mason, Jane and Lucy Boggs and Henry Boggs are shown as the only heirs at law of Abel Boggs dec'd formerly in service in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment in the Rev. War.7 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 27 June 1839 | Ann was named in her uncle's will on 27 June 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Kendall Ames named Arthur Bogg's children Nancy Northam, Margaret Parker, William Boggs, Henry Boggs, Betsey Mason, Jane Moore & Lucy Moore and gave the each $5.8 |
| 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 Nancy Northam, age 54 in HH#167 headed by Custis Northam, a 66 year old wheelright with real estate valued at $100..9 |
| Death* | 1 November 1857 | Ann died on 1 November 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. She died of pleurisy at the age of 60 years. She was born in Accomack Co and did housework. She was the wife (widow?) of Custis Northam. Revel Custis, head of the family, gave the information. (He was actually her son-in-law.)10 |
Citations
- [S14] Mark C. Lewis, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage License Bonds, 1806-1835.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 74 (will of Arthur Boggs).
- [S638] Family Tree Maker's Family Archives, 1850 Virginia Census Microfilm Records, CD#309, p88/f167.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 74 (will of Arthur Boggs, wife Susannah).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 133 (Boggs vs Boggs, suit for sale & division).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 21 (heirs of Abel Boggs dec'd).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 6 (will of Kendall Ames, half-brother Elijah Boggs Extr).
- [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, p. 119.
Arthur Boggs
M, b. 16 May 1773, d. before 25 September 1815
| Birth* | 16 May 1773 | Arthur was born on 16 May 1773 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Susannah Crowson, daughter of William Crowson and (-----) (-----), circa 1795.4,5 |
| Will* | 27 July 1815 | He made a will on 27 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Susannah Boggs during her widowhood all my lands with all my estate & after her death or marriage to my 2 sons William Crowson Boggs & Henry James Boggs all my lands, but William C. Boggs to have 1st choice. If either dies, then their part to my daughters Ann, Margaret, Molly, Jane, Elizabeth & Lucy Boggs. At wife's death or marriage all my personal estate to daughters (named above). Negroes to be hired out as needed. Wife Susannah Boggs & Francis Boggs Extrs. Witt: Stephen Moore, Kendall Ames & Elijah Boggs..6 |
| Death* | before 25 September 1815 | Arthur died before 25 September 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. James Poulson & George Scarburgh were securities..6 |
| Land cause* | 1 October 1822 | He was named in a land cause on 1 October 1822 at Accomack Co, VA. That a certain John Boggs late of this county departed this life intestate on the ____ day of July 1822, seized in fee simple of a tract of land situate in Slutkiln Neck containing 140 acres, slaves &c., and also left the following children and grandchildren to whom the said land descended subject to the dower of Peggy Boggs, the widow of the said John Boggs, viz: your orators Elijah & James Boggs & your oratrixes Rachel, now the wife of William Rodgers & Catharine Moore, who are the only surviving children of the said John Boggs, and your oratrix Elizabeth Custis, wife of William Custis, who is the only child of William Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs, and your oratrixes Nancy Northam, wife of Custis Northam, Peggy Parker, wife of John Parker & William, Mary, Jane, Elizabeth, Lucy & Henry Boggs, all of whom are children of Arthur Boggs, dec., who was a son of the said John Boggs &c.7 |
| Will - Bro-Half* | 27 June 1839 | Arthur was named in his half-brother's will on 27 June 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Kendall Ames named Arthur Bogg's children Nancy Northam, Margaret Parker, William Boggs, Henry Boggs, Betsey Mason, Jane Moore & Lucy Moore and gave the each $5.8 |
Citations
- [S2232] Mary Frances Carey, William Boggs of Accomack County, VA, His Children and Grandchildren, with charts & other information, Boggs Family Bible (printed in England in 1671 - owned by Mrs. E. Franklin Gibb Jr., Machipungo, VA in 1986).
- [S2234] Louie Dean Hickman Sr., Desc. of William Boggs ( - 1718).
- [S2215] Gail Marie Walczyk, Genealogical Navi-Bauble Database. Eastern Shore Heritage. <http://easternshoreheritage.com>., Arthur Boggs (16 May 1773 - bef 25 Sep 1815).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 442 (will of William Crowson).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 74 (will of Arthur Boggs, wife Susannah, son William Crowson Boggs).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 74 (will of Arthur Boggs, wife Susannah).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 133 (Boggs vs Boggs, suit for sale & division).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 6 (will of Kendall Ames, half-brother Elijah Boggs Extr).
William Levin Lucas
M, b. circa 1755
| Birth* | circa 1755 | William was born circa 1755 at Accomack Co, VA. He was age 26-45 in 1800, over age 45 in 1810, and over age 45 in 1820..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | He married Nancy Northam, daughter of Elijah Northam, circa 1785.2 |
| Census head* | 1800 | William was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1800 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William L. Lucas, age 26-45. Listed with him were 2 males under age 10, 1 male age 10-16, 1 female age 10-16, and 1 female age 26-45..3 |
Citations
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census, p. 78.
- [S692] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Surveyor's Record #4, p. 42 (abstracted by Mary Frances Carey).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Hilda F. Byrd1
F, b. 11 January 1896, d. 26 December 1988
| Birth* | 11 January 1896 | Hilda was born on 11 January 1896 at Hammocks, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 November 1912 | She married Spencer Douglas 'Penn' Corbin, son of Covington V. 'Covey' Corbin and Annie Lee Hall, on 27 November 1912 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | 27 November 1912 | As of 27 November 1912,her married name was Corbin. |
| Biography* | | Hilda F. Byrd and her husband Spencer Douglas "Penn" Corbin raised C. Ames Byrd the son of William R. Byrd and Laura May Witham. |
| Was Living | 27 September 1943 | Hilda was living on 27 September 1943 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD. |
| Death* | 26 December 1988 | Hilda died on 26 December 1988 at P.G. Hospital, Salisbury, Wic Co, MD, at age 92.1 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Salem Meth Ch Cem, Pocomoke, Wor Co, MD.3 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S71] Eastern Shore News, Obituary.
Spencer Douglas 'Penn' Corbin1
M, b. 16 December 1889, d. 5 November 1978
| Birth* | 16 December 1889 | Spencer was born on 16 December 1889 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 November 1912 | He married Hilda F. Byrd, daughter of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, on 27 November 1912 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Biography* | | Spencer Douglas "Penn" Corbin and his wife Hilda F. Byrd raised C. Ames Byrd the son of William R. Byrd and Laura May Witham. |
| Was Living | 15 July 1944 | Spencer was living on 15 July 1944 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD. |
| Death* | 5 November 1978 | Spencer died on 5 November 1978 at age 88.3 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Salem Meth Ch Cem, Pocomoke, Wor Co, MD.4 |
Citations
- [S601] Virginia Accomack County, Birth Register(s), 1853-1896.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S231] James Bright Corbin, Corbin Family of Northampton & Accomack Co, VA.
- [S591] Ruth T. Dryden, Cemetery Records of Worcester County, Maryland.
(unnamed s|o George) Byrd1
M, b. 22 July 1897, d. 16 September 1897
| Birth* | 22 July 1897 | (unnamed was born on 22 July 1897 at Hammocks, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 16 September 1897 | (unnamed died on 16 September 1897.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
George W. Byrd
M, b. 22 January 1899, d. 28 January 1971
| Birth* | 22 January 1899 | George was born on 22 January 1899 at Hammocks, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1920 | He married Susan Garberson circa 1920.2,3 |
| Death* | 28 January 1971 | George died on 28 January 1971 at age 72.1 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p40.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
Susan Garberson
F, b. circa 1899
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p40.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
Alma Ray Byrd1
F, b. 22 July 1901, d. 29 July 1903
| Birth* | 22 July 1901 | Alma was born on 22 July 1901 at Hammocks, Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 29 July 1903 | Alma died on 29 July 1903 at age 2.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S27] Peninsula Enterprise, Obituary.
Lt. Col. Cornelius Zane 'Neal' Byrd Sr.1
M, b. 4 December 1904, d. 7 February 1945
| Birth* | 4 December 1904 | Cornelius was born on 4 December 1904 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1920 | He was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1930 | He married Luisa Helen Davis circa 1930 at Philippine Islands.3,4,5 |
| Milit-Beg* | | Cornelius was a member of the armed forces serving at World War II, Lt. Col. US Navy, Bataan, Pacific.1 |
| Death* | 7 February 1945 | Cornelius died on 7 February 1945 at Prisoner War Camp, Japan, at age 40.1 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p40.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Zane Byrd & Louisa Helen Davis in the U.S., Newspapers.com Marriage Index, 1800s-1999.
Luisa Helen Davis1,2,3
F, b. circa 1910, d. before 15 November 1998
| Birth* | circa 1910 | Luisa was born circa 1910.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1930 | She married Lt. Col. Cornelius Zane 'Neal' Byrd Sr., son of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, circa 1930 at Philippine Islands.4,5,6 |
| Married Name | circa 1930 | As of circa 1930,her married name was Byrd. |
| Married Name | 29 August 1958 | As of 29 August 1958,her married name was Railton.7 |
| Marriage* | 29 August 1958 | Luisa Helen Davis married Albert Bilton Railton on 29 August 1958 at Carson City, Nevada. They were shown as Albert B. Railton & Luisa Byrd.7 |
| Residence* | 1971 | Luisa Helen Davis and Albert Bilton Railton lived in 1971 at 454 Cedar St M, Monterey, Monterey Co, CA.8 |
| Death* | before 15 November 1998 | Luisa Helen Davis died before 15 November 1998.9 |
| Obituary - Husb's* | 20 November 1998 | She was named in her husband's obituary on 20 November 1998 at Palm Springs, CA. Albert Railton, who died 15 Nov 1998, was the son of Anderson Bilton & Maude Marie Dyer Railton. He was preceded in death by his wife, Luise.2,9 |
Family 2
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Albert Bilton Railton b. 2 Jul 1910, d. 15 Nov 1998 |
| Marriage* | 29 August 1958 | Luisa Helen Davis married Albert Bilton Railton on 29 August 1958 at Carson City, Nevada. They were shown as Albert B. Railton & Luisa Byrd.7 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Zane Byrd Jr in the Arizona, U.S., Birth Certificates, 1880-1935.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Albert Bilton Railton in the U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Albert B. Railton & Luisa Byrd in the Carson City, Nevada, U.S., Marriage Index, 1855-1985.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p40.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Zane Byrd & Louisa Helen Davis in the U.S., Newspapers.com Marriage Index, 1800s-1999.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Albert B. Railton & Luisa Byrd in the Carson City, Nevada, U.S., Marriage Index, 1855-1985.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Albert B. Railton & Luisa Railton in the U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, https://www.ancestry.com/mediaui-viewer/tree/64747991/…
Cornelius Zane Byrd Jr.1
M, b. 21 September 1931, d. 16 June 1995
| Birth* | 21 September 1931 | Cornelius was born on 21 September 1931 at Fort Huachuca, AZ.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 27 August 1967 | He married Betty Ann Griffith on 27 August 1967 at Portland, Multnomah Co, OR. They were shown as Cornelius Zane Byrd, age 35, the son of Cornelius Zame Byrd & Louisa Davis and Betty Ann Clarke, age 32, the daughter of Jessie Earl Griffith & Mae Ina McCroskey.4 |
| Divorce* | 16 September 1968 | Cornelius Zane Byrd Jr. and Betty Ann Griffith were divorced on 16 September 1968 at Multnomah Co, OR; They were shown as Cornelius Byrd & Betty Clarke.5 |
| Marriage | 22 December 1969 | Cornelius Zane Byrd Jr. married Betty Ann Griffith on 22 December 1969 at Portland, Multnomah Co, OR. He was shown as Cornelius Z. Byrd, a 39 year old steel worker and she was shown as Betty Ann Byrd, age 44. The were both living in Portland, OR. (NOTE: Since this was a marriage license and not a confirmation of a marriage, they may or may not have been married a second time.)6 |
| Death* | 16 June 1995 | Cornelius Zane Byrd Jr. died on 16 June 1995 at Springfield, Lane Co, OR, at age 63.2,3,7 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cemetery, Jenkins Bridge, Accomack Co, VA. He died of cancer and was cremated and his ashes are buried at the Mears Cemetary..2 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p41.
- [S717] Nancy Johnson, to Moody K. Miles.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Zane Byrd in the U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Zane Byrd & Betty Ann Clarke in the Oregon, U.S., State Marriages, 1906-1968.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Byrd & Betty Clarke in the Oregon, U.S., Divorce Records, 1961-1985.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Washington, U.S., Marriage Records, 1854-2013 for Cornelius Z Byrd & Betty Ann Byrd.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cornelius Z. Byrd in the U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
Alma A. Byrd1
F, b. 30 October 1906, d. 22 May 2002
| Birth* | 30 October 1906 | Alma was born on 30 October 1906 at Sanford, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Census* | 1920 | She was listed as a resident in the census report in 1920 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1926 | She married Harry Foster Smith Sr., son of Ernest W. Smith and Martha Florence Hill, circa 1926.3,4 |
| Married Name | circa 1926 | As of circa 1926,her married name was Smith. |
| Census w/husband* | 1940 | Alma was listed with her husband in the census of 1940 at Broad Street, Tamaqua, Schuylkill Co, PA. HH#270 was headed by Harry F. Smith, a 33 year old Track Super, who had completed the 4th year of college, born in Virginia. Listed with him were Alma Smith, a 33 year old wife, also born in Virginia and Harry Smith Junior, a 10 year old son, born in Virginia.5 |
| Was Living | 27 September 1943 | Alma was living on 27 September 1943 at Reading, Berks Co, PA. |
| Death* | 22 May 2002 | Alma died on 22 May 2002 at age 95.6 |
| Burial* | | Alma was buried at J.W. Taylor Cemetery, Temperanceville, Accomack Co, VA.6 |
Citations
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek.
- [S286] 1920 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p41.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Schuylkill Co, PA.
- [S2282] James Waine Carpenter Sr., From Tears To Memories II, J.W. Taylor & Downing Cemeteries.
Harry Foster Smith Sr.1
M, b. 18 September 1906, d. 14 April 1994
| Birth* | 18 September 1906 | Harry was born on 18 September 1906 at Temperanceville, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1926 | He married Alma A. Byrd, daughter of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, circa 1926.3,4 |
| Census head* | 1940 | Harry was listed as a head of household in the census of 1940 at Broad Street, Tamaqua, Schuylkill Co, PA. HH#270 was headed by Harry F. Smith, a 33 year old Track Super, who had completed the 4th year of college, born in Virginia. Listed with him were Alma Smith, a 33 year old wife, also born in Virginia and Harry Smith Junior, a 10 year old son, born in Virginia.5 |
| Death* | 14 April 1994 | Harry died on 14 April 1994 at Wilmington, New Hanover Co, NC, at age 87.6 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at J.W. Taylor Cem, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.7 |
Citations
- [S757] Jennifer Smith Satterlund, to Moody K. Miles III.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 185688072 (Harry Foster Smith) ID 171740519 on 2/7/2019.
- [S199] Mary Frances Carey, John Bird of Muddy Creek, p41.
- [S1651] Corbin and Hall Family Research by Lillian Stratton Corbin 'Jane' Bayly Kahler.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Schuylkill Co, PA.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, MEMORIAL ID 185688072 (Harry Foster Smith).
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Warner Franklin Young Sr.1
M, b. 10 July 1904, d. 13 December 1938
| Birth* | 10 July 1904 | Warner was born on 10 July 1904 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Was Living | 1927 | Warner was living in 1927 at Mears, Acc Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 25 December 1927 | He married Helen Elizabeth Byrd, daughter of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, on 25 December 1927 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | 13 December 1938 | Warner died on 13 December 1938 at age 34.2 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Cem, Jenkins Bridge, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S52] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #5, 1926-1936.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Donald Maxwell Corbin1
M, b. 12 October 1916, d. 30 June 2006
| Birth* | 12 October 1916 | Donald was born on 12 October 1916 at Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | 15 March 1940 | He married Helen Elizabeth Byrd, daughter of George Franklin Byrd and Julia Ann Mears, on 15 March 1940 at Belle Haven, Acc Co, VA.2 |
| Residence* | 1992 | He resided at, at Sanford, Acc Co, VA, in 1992. |
| Residence | 9 September 2000 | He resided at, at Quail Runn, Metompkin, Acc Co, VA, on 9 September 2000.3 |
| Death* | 30 June 2006 | Donald died on 30 June 2006 at age 89. Donald Maxwell Corbin (12 October 1916-30 June 2006), the last son of James Covington Corbin and Nellie Florence Middleton passed away at 7:28AM Friday June 30th in Accomack Co., VA. Email from Jim B. Corbin.. |
Citations
- [S231] James Bright Corbin, Corbin Family of Northampton & Accomack Co, VA.
- [S50] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #6, 1936-1968.
- [S717] Nancy Johnson, to Moody K. Miles.
