Margaret (-----)
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Margaret was born circa 1775. |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married John Johnson circa 1800. |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Johnson. |
James Mears
M, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | James was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | James was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as James Mears, age 15 in HH#1016 headed by John L. Ward, a 32 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Abel T. Mears1
M, b. 1 November 1889, d. 13 November 1889
| Birth* | 1 November 1889 | Abel was born on 1 November 1889 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 13 November 1889 | Abel died on 13 November 1889 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Abel T. Mears, who died of fits at the age of 12 days, the son of Alfred & Cordie Mears. His father gave the information..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Robert J. Mears1
M, b. circa 1842
| Birth* | circa 1842 | Robert was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1860 | Robert was listed with his mother in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Robt. J. Mears in HH#1036 headed by David Melson, age 18. Also listed was Marg't Mears, age 35, who was evidently his mother..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Margaret Mears widow?
F, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Margaret was born circa 1825 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Margaret was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't. Mears, age 35 & born in N'hamp Co, VA, in HH#1036 headed by David Melson, a 35 year old farmer. Also listed was Robt. J. Mears, age 18 who was evidently her son..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Elizabeth Mears widow?
F, b. circa 1796
| Birth* | circa 1796 | Elizabeth was born circa 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Mears, age 64 with personal property valued at $1,000 in HH#1206 headed by Edward Ames, a 53 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Elizabeth Mears
F, b. circa 1845
| Birth* | circa 1845 | Elizabeth was born circa 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Pungoteague PO, St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Mears, age 15 with personal property valued at $300, in HH#1209 headed by George P. Cutler, a 55 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Charles Mears1
M, b. circa 1875
| Birth* | circa 1875 | Charles was born circa 1875 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Reported death* | 9 January 1896 | Charles reported a death on 9 January 1896 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Chas. Mears reported the death of his father, Calvin T. Mears, who died of dropsy at the age of 55 years..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Corinna E. 'Carrie' Richardson1,2
F, b. 17 June 1857, d. 1 April 1895
| Birth* | 17 June 1857 | Corinna was born on 17 June 1857 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Corinna was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Locustville P.O., St.George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Corinna E. Richardson, age 3 in HH#504 headed by John Richardson, a 29 year old carpenter..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1890 | She married John H. Mears, son of Abel Mears and Elizabeth S. Lingo, circa 1890.4 |
| Married Name | circa 1890 | As of circa 1890,her married name was Mears. |
| Death* | 1 April 1895 | Corinna died on 1 April 1895 at District 1, Acc Co, VA, at age 37. She was shown as Carrie Mears, who died of childbirth at the age of 37 years. She was the daughter of John T. & Marg. Richardson and wife of John H. Mears, who gave the information..3,4 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Edgehill Cem, Accomac, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Carrie A. Mears, 1857 - 1895..5 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 6 Apr 1895 & P.E. 4 May 1895 issues.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Minnie E. Mears1
F, b. circa 1881
| Birth* | circa 1881 | Minnie was born circa 1881 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Minnie was listed with her parents in the census of 1900 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Minnie E. Mears, a 19 year old daughter in HH#102 headed by Alex W. Mears, a 41 year old farmer. She was born Jun 1881..1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Acc Co, VA Census.
Dorsie L. Mears1
M, b. circa 1882
| Birth* | circa 1882 | Dorsie was born circa 1882 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Dorsie was listed with his parents in the census of 1900 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Dorsie L. Mears, a 17 year old son in HH#102 headed by Alex W. Mears, a 41 year old farmer. He was born Oct 1882..1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Acc Co, VA Census.
Nettie Tarr
F, b. circa 1866
| Birth* | circa 1866 | Nettie was born circa 1866. |
| Marriage* | 12 December 1888 | She married Albert F. Mears, son of Julius C. Mears and Susan Jane Young, on 12 December 1888 at Worcester Co, MD. They were shown only as Albert F. Mears, age 34 and Nettie Tarr, age 22..1 |
| Married Name | 12 December 1888 | As of 12 December 1888,her married name was Mears. |
Citations
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Elisha A. Mears1
M, b. 12 November 1838, d. 29 September 1840
| Birth* | 12 November 1838 | Elisha was born on 12 November 1838 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 29 September 1840 | Elisha died on 29 September 1840 at age 1. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at The Glebe Cem, Davis Wharf, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Elisha A. Mears, son of Elisha W. & Nancy Mears, who died 29 Sep 1840 at the age of 1 year, 10 months and 17 days.. |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Jefferson D.H. Mears1
M, b. 25 October 1861, d. 26 June 1897
| Birth* | 25 October 1861 | Jefferson was born on 25 October 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 26 June 1897 | Jefferson died on 26 June 1897 at age 35. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at St. George Ep Ch Cem, Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Jefferson D.H. Mears, son of Jno. W.A. & Hester Mears, 25 Oct 1861 - 26 Jun 1897.. |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
John B.S. Mears
M, b. 2 February 1807, d. 23 February 1817
| Birth* | 2 February 1807 | John was born on 2 February 1807 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 23 February 1817 | John died on 23 February 1817 at age 10. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Wachapreague Burial Gr, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John B.S. Mears, who died 23 Feb 1817 at the age of 10 years, 0 months & 21 days..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
John W. Mears1
M, b. 3 February 1872, d. 14 July 1872
| Birth* | 3 February 1872 | John was born on 3 February 1872 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 14 July 1872 | John died on 14 July 1872. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Budd Cem, Tasley, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John W. Mears, son of Joseph T. & Ellen J. Mears, 3 Feb - 14 Jul 1872.. |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Matilda A. Walter1
F, b. 19 June 1853, d. 21 November 1938
| Birth* | 19 June 1853 | Matilda was born on 19 June 1853 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 1 October 1891 | She married George Washington Jacob, son of William Edward Jacob and Charlotte Anne Bayly Mears, on 1 October 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. Bible records show them as George W. Jacob and Matilda A. Tawes..2 |
| Married Name | 1 October 1891 | As of 1 October 1891,her married name was Jacob. |
| Death* | 21 November 1938 | Matilda died on 21 November 1938 at age 85.1,2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Jacob Bur Gr, Shields, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Matilda A. Jacob, wife of Geo. Wash. Jacob and daughter of Jno. W. & Ann Walter, 19 Jun 1853 - 21 Nov 1938..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 3, p. 19-20 (Thomas H. Jacob Bible).
Emma J. Mears1
F, b. 11 June 1856, d. 30 June 1890
| Birth* | 11 June 1856 | Emma was born on 11 June 1856 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1874 | She married George Washington Jacob, son of William Edward Jacob and Charlotte Anne Bayly Mears, on 3 December 1874 at Accomack Co, VA. George W. Jacob of Accomack County and Emma Mears of Accomack County were united in Holy Matrimoney on the 3 day of December 1874 in the presence of David R. Mister and Sadie Baugher, by Rev. Jos. P. Wilson..3 |
| Married Name | 3 December 1874 | As of 3 December 1874,her married name was Jacob. |
| Death* | 30 June 1890 | Emma died on 30 June 1890 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA, at age 34. The Acc Co Death Register shows her as Erma V. Jacob, who died of paralysis at the age of 36 years. She was the daughter of Wm. T. & Emeline Mears, born in Acc Co & the wife of Geo. W. Jacob, who gave the information..2,1,3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Jacob Bur Gr, Shields, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Emma J. Jacob, wife of Geo. W. Jacob, 11 Jun 1856 - 30 Jun 1890..2 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 3, p. 19-20 (Thomas H. Jacob Bible).
Leonard Cecil Mears Jr.1
M, b. 20 December 1884, d. 5 September 1928
| Birth* | 20 December 1884 | Leonard was born on 20 December 1884 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 5 September 1928 | Leonard died on 5 September 1928 at age 43. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mears Bur Gr, Keller, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Leonard Cecil Mears Jr., 20 Dec 1884 - 5 Sep 1928.. |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Nathan Mears
M, b. 1861, d. 1926
| Birth* | 1861 | Nathan was born in 1861 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Nathan was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Capeville District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#118 was headed by Littleton Mears, a 48 year old farmer. Listed with him were Edna Mears, age 33; Wm. Mears, age 13; Nathan Mears, age 9; Anna Mears, age 6; Ada Mears, age 3; and Bridgett Fitchett, an 18 year old black domestic servant.1 |
| Census w/parents | 1880 | Nathan was listed with his parents in the census of 1880 at Capeville/Bay View District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#139 was headed by Littleton Mears, a 53 year old farmer. Listed with him were Mary E. Mears, a 41 year old wife; Nathan Mears, an 18 year old son; Annie Mears, a 16 year old daughter; Adelaide Mears, a 14 year old daughter; and Bridget Fitchett, a 30 year old black servant.2 |
| Marriage* | 12 November 1883 | He married Amanda 'Nannie D.' Harrison, daughter of James Harrison and Mary Esther Smith, on 12 November 1883 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Nathan Mears, a 21 year old fisherman, born & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Littleton & Esther Mears and she was shown as Amanda Harrison, age 18, born & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of James & Esther Harrison..3 |
| Death* | 1926 | Nathan died in 1926.4 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Nathan Mears, buried next to Nannie D. Mears, 1861 - 1926..4 |
Citations
- [S710] Frances Bibbins Latimer & Doris Adler, 1870 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S2704] Allen B. Hamilton, Northampton County, Virginia 1880 Census.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Edward Norman Savage & Nannie Bet Mears in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
Amanda 'Nannie D.' Harrison1
F, b. 1865, d. 1948
| Birth* | 1865 | Amanda was born in 1865 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/uncle* | 1870 | Amanda was listed with her uncle in the census of 1870 at Capeville District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#35 was headed by James Smith, a 40 year old farmer. Listed with him were Elizabeth Smith, age 31; Wm. Smith, age 5; Jas. Smith, age 3; Esther Harrison, a 23 year old seamstress; Mary Harrison, age 12; James Harrison, age 9; Amanda Harrison, age 4; and Maria Harrison, age 1.3 |
| Marriage* | 12 November 1883 | She married Nathan Mears, son of Littleton L. Mears and Mary Edna Garrett, on 12 November 1883 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Nathan Mears, a 21 year old fisherman, born & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Littleton & Esther Mears and she was shown as Amanda Harrison, age 18, born & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of James & Esther Harrison..1 |
| Married Name | 12 November 1883 | As of 12 November 1883,her married name was Mears. |
| Death* | 1948 | Amanda died in 1948.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Fairview Lawn Cem, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Nannie D. Mears, buried next to Nathan Mears, 1865 - 1948..2 |
Citations
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S710] Frances Bibbins Latimer & Doris Adler, 1870 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Edward Norman Savage & Nannie Bet Mears in the Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940.
William Wallace1
M, b. circa 1858
| Birth* | circa 1858 | William was born circa 1858 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 26 March 1879 | He married Arinthia S. Mears, daughter of Abel Mears and Elizabeth S. Lingo, on 26 March 1879 at Pungoteague, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William Wallace, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Benj. & Eliz'th Wallace and she was shown as Arinthia S. Mears, age 21, the daughter of Abel & Eliz'th Mears. They were married by C.C. Wertenbaker..1 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Benjamin Wallace
M, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Benjamin was born circa 1825. |
| Marriage* | circa 1850 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1850. |
Elizabeth (-----)
F, b. circa 1825
| Birth* | circa 1825 | Elizabeth was born circa 1825. |
| Marriage* | circa 1850 | She married Benjamin Wallace circa 1850. |
| Married Name | circa 1850 | As of circa 1850,her married name was Wallace. |
James F. Hargis1
M, b. 21 September 1844, d. 9 July 1916
| Birth* | 21 September 1844 | James was born on 21 September 1844 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 23 December 1867 | He married Missouri F. Mears, daughter of James (of Art) Mears and Mary 'Molly' Belote, on 23 December 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as James F. Hargis, a 23 year old farmer, the son of Geo. & Annie Hargis and she was shown as Missouri Mears, age 18, the daughter of Jas. & Mollie Mears. They were married by L.K. LeCato..1 |
| Will - Father's* | 18 June 1890 | James was named in his father's will on 18 June 1890 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will George Hargis directed his executor to sell all of my real estate and all of my personal estate. Out of the proceeds I direct my executor to have the graveyard on the land I sold George W. Coard (where my last wife is buried and where I direct him to have me buried) put in a state of thorough repair. To daughter Sally Watkinson $600. Balance to my said daughter Sally Watkinson, my sons George P. and James F. Hargis, and my granddaughter Polly, equally. Exec. Samuel T. Ross. Wit: E. Lee Hickman, E. T. Koenig, S. T. Ross. Proved 29 Jun 1891. Sureties L. Floyd Nock, Alfred J. Lilliston, William H. Parker.3 |
| Death* | 9 July 1916 | He died on 9 July 1916 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 71.2 |
| Burial* | | James was buried at Edgehill Cemetery, Accomac, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S839] Elizabeth Smith, Accomack Co, VA, Wills, 1861-1901, p. 62 (will of George Hargis).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Neely Upsher Hargis in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
Henry T. Mears1
M, b. 7 November 1854, d. 16 April 1859
| Birth* | 7 November 1854 | Henry was born on 7 November 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 16 April 1859 | Henry died on 16 April 1859 at age 4. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Byrd Cem, Mearsville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone showed him as Henry T. Mears, son of Julius C. & Susan J. Mears, 7 Nov 1854 - 16 Apr 1859. Carey could not verify this information.. |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
John W. Mears1
M, b. 26 April 1855, d. 2 January 1858
| Birth* | 26 April 1855 | John was born on 26 April 1855 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 2 January 1858 | John died on 2 January 1858 at age 2. |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Byrd Cem, Dividing Rd, Mearsville, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John W. Mears, 26 Apr 1855 - 2 Jan 1858. The only other Mears buried here is Virginia A.C. Mears, 1828 - 1900, who was evidently his mother.. |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
John Addison IV (Sheriff)1
M, b. circa 1775, d. before 12 June 1837
| Birth* | circa 1775 | John was born circa 1775 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's | 21 January 1782 | John was named in his father's will on 21 January 1782 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Addison Sr. gave to loving wife Margaret whole estate during her widowhood to bring up my two youngest children. To my son John the 150 A. plantation whereon I now live, n. boy Dick and £30. To my dau. Sarah Addison n. wench Grace and £30. To my granddau. Comfort Addison £5. To my son Jonathan £30. To my grandchildren Arthur and Margaret Addison £10 each. At widow's death or marriage remaining estate to be div. by my three children and my grandchildren Arthur and Margaret Addison. Wife and Isaac Avery extrs. Witt: Isaac Avery, Robert Savabe(sic), Susanna Core, Zorobabel Core.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 December 1802 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' White, daughter of Joseph White and Peggy Jacob, on 27 December 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. P. Harmanson was security on the M.L.B. of John Addison and Peggy White.3 |
| Land Exchanged* | 1810 | John Addison IV (Sheriff) exchanged land in 1810 at tract N95E, south of Exmore, Northampton Co, VA. Matthew Floyd & his wife Sarah Robins exchanged their home of 56 acres with John Addison for his home place of 20 acres, the latter being the south part of his inherited land from N94, and Addison now moved to his new home site. In 1811 the administrator for the Joshua Robins estate sold 50 acres to John Addison, this perhaps being the land Robins had left to his wife Sarah for life. In 1837 John Addison (wife Peggy) left a home plantation of 500 acres to his son John. Then in 1869 this John and his wife Anne Addison deeded to Elizabeth A. Turner, in trust for Mary E. Turner, and five years later a commissioner deeded the 500 acres to the latter in fee simple, and she married John T. Wilkins Jr. The house was known as "End View." A picture and detailed description of "End View" is in Whitelaw, pages 487 & 488. It was noted that some of the old box bushes were sold in 1935 and used in the landscaping of the Supreme Court Building in Washington, DC.4 |
| Will - Sister-in-law | 31 May 1813 | John was named in his sister-in-law's will on 31 May 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Sally Jacob gave to son William Teackle Jacob my Negro Boy Ben, provided he arrives to the age of twenty one years or marries, if he dies before either of those events happen, I give and bequeath the said boy Ben to my son Joseph W. Jacob. My will and desire is that my land left me by my father be sold at the discretion of my executor & the money arising from the sale thereof I give & bequeath to my sons Joseph W. Jacob and William Teackle Jacob equally to be divided between them provided they arrive to the age of twenty or marry then my will & desire is that my daughter Margaret Jacob have all the property before given to my sons. If all my children die before they arrive to the age of twenty one or marry then & in that case my will & desire is that all my property be equally divided between my sister Polly White & John Addison to them & their heirs forever. I hereby nominate & appoint John Addison executor. Signed, Sally Jacob. Witnesses: Sally (her mark) James, Betsey (her mark) Garrett and Sally (her mark)Gelding.5 |
| Est Settm't F-in-law | 13 December 1813 | He was named in the settlement of his father-in-law's estate on 13 December 1813 at Northampton Co, VA. Estate Settlement of Joseph White - Administrator John Addison. Appraisers: James Sandford, Golden Ward, William D. James and Thomas Parramore Senr. Division of Slaves. Heirs: Jno Addison and Peggy his wife, Wm M. Upshur and Elizabeth his wife, Isaac Dunton and Hannah his wife, Sally Jacob, William White and Polly White. Inventory and Appraisement taken on 1 Feb 1813. Audit and Settlement with John Addison executor.6 |
| Will - Extr* | 19 May 1815 | He was named as the executor of a will on 19 May 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Sally Fisher gave to daughter Sally Fisher one spinning wheel which she calls hers. I give & bequeath to my son Thomas Fisher. The balance of my estate should be sold at the discretion of my executor. I do hereby constitute and appoint John Addison executor. Signed, Sally Fisher. Witnesses: Abel Abdell and Henry (his mark) Smaw.7 |
| Administrator* | 12 June 1821 | John was named as administrator of an estate on 12 June 1821 at Northampton Co, VA. The estate of John Mingo/Minger, free black, was turned over to the sheriff. Audit & Settlement with John Addison, sheriff.8 |
| Marriage Named in* | 5 July 1826 | He was named as a parent in a marriage record on 5 July 1826 at Northampton Co, VA. Jno. R. Wise was security on the M.L.B. of John W. Custis and Margaret W. Addison, daughter of J. Addison who gave consent. Jno. W. Leatherbury was a witness. They were married on 12 July 1826.3 |
| Will* | 1 February 1837 | He made a will on 1 February 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Addison gave to son Edward W. Addison all accounts of every description that may be found standing on my ledger against him at this time and having heretofore made considerable advances and releases to him amounting to his full portion of my estate & perhaps more, I hope he will be content and should he find upon a final settlement of my estate that he has received more than his equal portion I leave it to his discretion to remunerate each of my surviving children in such sums as he may think equitable and right. To my wife Peggy W. Addison one third part of my estate. To my daughter Sally Fisher the plantation whereon she and her husband Thos B. Fisher now live containing four hundred and seventy acres. To my daughter Louisa W. Addison three hundred and fifty acres of land to be laid off next to the seaside road from the house in which I live so as to include the houses on the Mathews and Westcot lands crossing my plantation from the line between J. T. Wilson and myself and running northerly to the line between Dr. Tankard's heirs and myself. To my son Jno Addison the balance of my land extending to the bayside road and including the plantation whereon I now reside. I hereby nominate & appoint my son Edward W. Addison, Thos B. Fisher and Teackle W. Jacob executors. Signed, J. Addison..9 |
| Death* | before 12 June 1837 | John died before 12 June 1837 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..9 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 460 (will of John Addison Sr., wife Margaret).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 477 (tract N94).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 486 & 487 (tract N95).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 78 (will of Sally Jacob).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 74 (will of Joseph White).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 117 (will of Sally Fisher).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 117 (estate settlement of John Mingo/Minger, free black).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 180 (will of John Addison).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 180 (will of John Addison, wife Peggy W. Addison).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
William Fisher
M, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | William was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 3 November 1774 | He married Elizabeth Rogers (widow) on 3 November 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. John Finney was the security on the M.L.B. of William Fischer and Elizabeth Rodgers, widow..1 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Elizabeth Rogers (widow)
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Elizabeth was born circa 1740. |
| Marriage* | 3 November 1774 | She married William Fisher on 3 November 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. John Finney was the security on the M.L.B. of William Fischer and Elizabeth Rodgers, widow..1 |
| Married Name | 3 November 1774 | As of 3 November 1774,her married name was Fisher. |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Dr. William T. Fisher1,2
M, b. 12 August 1832
| Birth* | 12 August 1832 | William was born on 12 August 1832 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 2 December 1857 | He married Mary E. Downing, daughter of Dr. Arthur Wainhouse Downing and Mary G. Parramore Bayly, on 2 December 1857 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Fisher, a 25 year old physician, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Thomas & Sally Fisher and she was shown as Mary E. Downing, age 19, the daughter of Arthur W. & Mary Downing. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..1 |
Citations
- [S626] Dee Ann Buck, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Old Fisher Papers, found among old papers owned by Margaret Hanby Collins, Cheriton, VA, copied by Jean Mihalyka 4 Apr 1974.
- [S922] Mr. Bill Wilkins, postings on the Genealogy & History of The Eastern Shore (GHOTES) Web Page & Email exchanges.
Mary E. Downing1
F, b. 7 January 1839, d. 24 August 1866
| Birth* | 7 January 1839 | Mary was born on 7 January 1839 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#596 was headed by Arthur W. Downing, a 34 year old physican with real estate valued at $15,000. Listed with him were Mary Downing, age 32 & born in Acc Co; Mary Downing, age 11; Ann Downing, age 7; Sarah Downing, age 5; Emory Downing, age 3; Helen Downing, age 1/12; William Brickhouse, a 25 year old medical student; and Mary J. Upshur, age 10.3 |
| Marriage* | 2 December 1857 | She married Dr. William T. Fisher, son of Thomas B. Fisher and Sallie Addison, on 2 December 1857 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Fisher, a 25 year old physician, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Thomas & Sally Fisher and she was shown as Mary E. Downing, age 19, the daughter of Arthur W. & Mary Downing. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..1 |
| Married Name | 2 December 1857 | As of 2 December 1857,her married name was Fisher. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#358 was headed by Arthur W. Downing, a 44 year old physcian. Listed with him were the following Downings: Mary P., age 40; Mary E., age 21; Ann, age 17; Emery, age 12; Helen, age 10; Alice, age 7; Sarah, age 3; and Harriett, age 1. Also listed were Mary J. Upshur, age 18 and Abel P. Upshur, age 17.4 |
| Death* | 24 August 1866 | She died on 24 August 1866 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 27.2 |
| Burial* | | Mary was buried at Old Downing Graveyard, Willis Wharf, Northampton Co, VA.2 |
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Dr. William T. Fisher b. 12 Aug 1832 |
| Marriage* | 2 December 1857 | She married Dr. William T. Fisher, son of Thomas B. Fisher and Sallie Addison, on 2 December 1857 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William T. Fisher, a 25 year old physician, born in Acc Co & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Thomas & Sally Fisher and she was shown as Mary E. Downing, age 19, the daughter of Arthur W. & Mary Downing. They were married by Montcalm Oldham..1 |
Citations
- [S626] Dee Ann Buck, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/60595435/mary-e-fisher
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S587] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1860 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
John Evans1
M, b. circa 1850
| Birth* | circa 1850 | John was born circa 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Evans, age 10 in HH#1209 headed by Denard Evans, a 26 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Margaret Evans1
F, b. circa 1854
| Birth* | circa 1854 | Margaret was born circa 1854 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Margaret was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Marg't Evans, age 6 in HH#1209 headed by Denard Evans, a 26 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Denard Evans1
M, b. circa 1857
| Birth* | circa 1857 | Denard was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Denard was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Denard Evans, age 3 in HH#1209 headed by Denard Evans, a 26 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Sophia 'Sophy' Evans1
F, b. circa 1860
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Sophia was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sophy Evans, age 2/12 in HH#1209 headed by Denard Evans, a 26 year old sailor..1 |
| Birth* | circa 1860 | Sophia was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Martha E. Evans1
F, b. circa 1867, d. 1944
| Birth* | circa 1867 | Martha was born circa 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 10 June 1885 | She married John M. Spence, son of Lemos J. Spence and Elizabeth 'Betsey' or 'Lizzie' B. (of Jno) Palmer, on 10 June 1885 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John M. Spense, a 22 year old sailor, the son of Lewes & Eliz'th Spense and she was shown as Martha E. Evins, age 17; the daughter of Dennard & Sarah Evins. They were married by C.A. Grice..1 |
| Married Name | 10 June 1885 | As of 10 June 1885,her married name was Spence. |
| Death* | 1944 | Martha died in 1944.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Mt. Holly Cemetery, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Martha E. Spence, buried next to John M. Spence, 1876 - 1944. (NOTE: The birth date may be in error as they were married in 1885 when her age was shown as 17 years..2 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
John M. Spence1,2
M, b. 1862, d. 12 March 1933
| Birth* | 1862 | John was born in 1862 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John Spence, age 7 in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..2 |
| Census w/parents | 7 June 1880 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).4 |
| Marriage* | 10 June 1885 | He married Martha E. Evans, daughter of Denard Evans and Sarah 'Sally' Parramore, on 10 June 1885 at Onancock, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as John M. Spense, a 22 year old sailor, the son of Lewes & Eliz'th Spense and she was shown as Martha E. Evins, age 17; the daughter of Dennard & Sarah Evins. They were married by C.A. Grice..1 |
| Death* | 12 March 1933 | John died on 12 March 1933 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John M. Spence, a residence of "RD" 2, Onancock, VA, age about 69, the husband of Martha Spence, a farmer, and the son of Lemos Spence (born Acco Co) and Betsie Parramore (born Acco Co). He died 12 March 1933 and was buried in Mt. Holly Cemetery on 13 Mar 1933. The information was give by Mrs. J.M. Spence..5 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Mt. Holly Cemetery - South, Onancock, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as John M. Spence, buried next to Martha E. Spence, 1862-1933..3 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 for John M Spence.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
Lemos J. Spence1,2
M, b. circa 1829, d. before 22 December 1909
| Birth* | circa 1829 | Lemos was born circa 1829 at Maryland. The 1900 census shows he was born May 1826 in MD, but the 1860, 1870 & 1880 census all show he was born in 1829..3 |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1850 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' or 'Lizzie' B. (of Jno) Palmer, daughter of John Parramore (Palmer) and Jemimah 'Mimay' Spence, on 1 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman shows John Palmer was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Spence and Betsey Palmer of John. Ancestry.com's marriage records shows Lamos & Lenios Spence married Betsy Palmar on 1 Jan 1850..4,5 |
| Reported death* | 8 October 1853 | Lemos reported a death on 8 October 1853 at Chesconessex, Acc Co, VA. It was on this date that Lummos Spence reported the death of his daughter Mary, who died of croup at the age of 2 years..6 |
| Census head* | 1860 | Lemos was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Limus Spencer the head of HH#571, a 31 year old sailor with personal property valued at $500. Listed with him were the following Spencers: Elizabeth, age 30; Griffin, age 8; Limus, age 4; Elizabeth, age 3; and William L., age 2/12. Also listed was Sally Parramore, age 50..7 |
| Census head* | July 1870 | Lemos was listed as a head of household in the census of July 1870 at Locust Mount P.O., St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#959 was headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer with personal property valued at $150. Listed with him were the following Spences: Eliza, a 41 year old housekeeper; Griffin, a 17 year old farm laborer; Limmus D., a 15 year old farm laborer; Susan, age 11; Thomas, age 9; John, age 7; Sophia J., age 3; and Rich'd J., age 5 months, born in February. Also listed was Lucinda Mathews, age 40 and black.8 |
| Census head | 7 June 1880 | Lemos was listed as a head of household in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).9 |
| Marriage Named in* | 19 March 1890 | He was named as a parent in a marriage record on 19 March 1890 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Northam, a 24 year old oysterman, the son of John W. Northam married Mary Spence, age 17, the daughter of Lemos J. & Lizzie B. Spence.2 |
| Census head | 20 June 1900 | Lemos was listed as a head of household in the census of 20 June 1900 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#274 was headed by Lummers J. Spence, a 74 year old farmer, born May 1826 in MD as were both of his parents. Listed with him were the following Spences: Elizabeth, a 74 year old wife, born 1826 in MD as were both of her parents; Griffin, a 45 year old single son & farmer, born 1855 in VA; Lummers J., a 43 single son & farmer, born in 1857 in VA; Thomas, a 40 year old single son & farmer, born in 1860 in VA; and Daisy, a 6 year old granddaughter, born 1894 in VA, whose implied father's name was Thomas.3 |
| Death* | before 22 December 1909 | He died before 22 December 1909 at Accomack Co, VA.10 |
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Elizabeth 'Betsey' or 'Lizzie' B. (of Jno) Palmer b. c 1830, d. 22 Dec 1909 |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1850 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' or 'Lizzie' B. (of Jno) Palmer, daughter of John Parramore (Palmer) and Jemimah 'Mimay' Spence, on 1 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman shows John Palmer was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Spence and Betsey Palmer of John. Ancestry.com's marriage records shows Lamos & Lenios Spence married Betsy Palmar on 1 Jan 1850..4,5 |
| Children | 1. | Mary Spence b. c 1851, d. 8 Oct 1853 |
| | 2. | Griffin Spence b. c 1852 |
| | 3. | Lemos J. Spence b. c 1856 |
| | 4. | Elizabeth Spence b. c 1857 |
| | 5. | Susan Elizabeth Spence+ b. c 1859, d. 30 Jul 1937 |
| | 6. | William L. Spence b. c 1860 |
| | 7. | Thomas Spence b. c 1861, d. a 1930 |
| | 8. | John M. Spence+ b. 1862, d. 12 Mar 1933 |
| | 9. | Richard J. Spence+ b. 10 May 1867, d. 21 Sep 1952 |
| | 10. | Sophia J. Spence b. c 1867 |
| | 11. | Mary Willis Spence9 b. c 1875 |
Citations
- [S923] Gail M. Walczyk, Parkes of the Chesapeake Bay.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 252 (marriage of John W. Northam & Mary Spence, daughter of Lemos J. & Lizzie B. Spence).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Lamos Spence & Betsy Palmer in the Virginia, U.S., Compiled Marriages, 1740-1850.
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
- [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.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 9 Jan 1910 issue, death of Elizabeth Spence.
Elizabeth 'Betsey' or 'Lizzie' B. (of Jno) Palmer1,2
F, b. circa 1830, d. 22 December 1909
| Birth* | circa 1830 | Elizabeth was born circa 1830 at Maryland. The 1900 census shows she was born 1826 in MD, but other census show her born circa 1830..3,4 |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1850 | She married Lemos J. Spence, son of Elijah Spence Sr. and Elizabeth S. 'Betsy' Evans, on 1 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman shows John Palmer was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Spence and Betsey Palmer of John. Ancestry.com's marriage records shows Lamos & Lenios Spence married Betsy Palmar on 1 Jan 1850..1,5 |
| Married Name | 1 January 1850 | As of 1 January 1850,her married name was Spence. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Spencer, age 30 in HH#571 headed by Limus Spencer, age 31 year old sailor..6 |
| Census w/husband | 1870 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Eliza. Spence, a 41 year old housekeeper in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..7 |
| Census w/husband | 7 June 1880 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).3 |
| Marriage Named in* | 19 March 1890 | She was named as a parent in a marriage record on 19 March 1890 at Accomack Co, VA. John W. Northam, a 24 year old oysterman, the son of John W. Northam married Mary Spence, age 17, the daughter of Lemos J. & Lizzie B. Spence.2 |
| Census w/husband | 20 June 1900 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of 20 June 1900 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#274 was headed by Lummers J. Spence, a 74 year old farmer, born May 1826 in MD as were both of his parents. Listed with him were the following Spences: Elizabeth, a 74 year old wife, born 1826 in MD as were both of her parents; Griffin, a 45 year old single son & farmer, born 1855 in VA; Lummers J., a 43 single son & farmer, born in 1857 in VA; Thomas, a 40 year old single son & farmer, born in 1860 in VA; and Daisy, a 6 year old granddaughter, born 1894 in VA, whose implied father's name was Thomas. (NOTE: She had given birth to 9 children and 6 were living.)4 |
| Death* | 22 December 1909 | She died on 22 December 1909 at Accomack Co, VA.8 |
| Obituary* | 9 January 1910 | Her obituary was published on 9 January 1910 at Accomack Co, VA. Mrs. Elizabeth Spence died 22 Dec 1910, aged 92, the widow of Lemos Spence. She died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Wallace Evans. She was survived by 6 sons and 3 daughters. (Source: Chesconnessex News, PE 8 Jan 1910) (NOTE: Since the obituary was dated 8 Jan 1910, she evidently died 22 Dec 1909, not 1910.)9 |
| Death Cert Named Pat* | 12 March 1933 | She was named in a death certificate as a parent on 12 March 1933 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. When her son John M. Spence died, his wife Mrs. J.M. Spence, reported that the maiden name of his mother was Betsie Parramore, born in Acco Co, VA.10 |
| Death Cert Named Pat | 21 September 1952 | She was named in a death certificate as a parent on 21 September 1952 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. Her son Richard Spence was shown as an 85 year old farmer, born 10 May 1867 at Onancock, VA & died 21 Sep 1952 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA, the son of Lemus Spence and Betsy Farmer and the husband of Arinthia Spence. The information was given by Willie Spence.11 |
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Lemos J. Spence b. c 1829, d. b 22 Dec 1909 |
| Marriage* | 1 January 1850 | She married Lemos J. Spence, son of Elijah Spence Sr. and Elizabeth S. 'Betsy' Evans, on 1 January 1850 at Accomack Co, VA. Turman shows John Palmer was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Spence and Betsey Palmer of John. Ancestry.com's marriage records shows Lamos & Lenios Spence married Betsy Palmar on 1 Jan 1850..1,5 |
| Children | 1. | Mary Spence b. c 1851, d. 8 Oct 1853 |
| | 2. | Griffin Spence b. c 1852 |
| | 3. | Lemos J. Spence b. c 1856 |
| | 4. | Elizabeth Spence b. c 1857 |
| | 5. | Susan Elizabeth Spence+ b. c 1859, d. 30 Jul 1937 |
| | 6. | William L. Spence b. c 1860 |
| | 7. | Thomas Spence b. c 1861, d. a 1930 |
| | 8. | John M. Spence+ b. 1862, d. 12 Mar 1933 |
| | 9. | Richard J. Spence+ b. 10 May 1867, d. 21 Sep 1952 |
| | 10. | Sophia J. Spence b. c 1867 |
| | 11. | Mary Willis Spence3 b. c 1875 |
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), p. 252 (marriage of John W. Northam & Mary Spence, daughter of Lemos J. & Lizzie B. Spence).
- [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.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Lamos Spence & Betsy Palmer in the Virginia, U.S., Compiled Marriages, 1740-1850.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 9 Jan 1910 issue, death of Elizabeth Spence.
- [S772] Dr. Brooks Miles Barnes & Barry Wayne Miles, Deaths from Eastern Shore Virginia Newspapers, 1881-1912, P.E. 8 Jan 1910 issue, death of Elizabeth Spence.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 for John M Spence.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 for Richard Spence.
Mary Spence1
F, b. circa 1851, d. 8 October 1853
| Birth* | circa 1851 | Mary was born circa 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 8 October 1853 | Mary died on 8 October 1853 at Chesconessex, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Spence, who died of croup at the age of 2 years. She was the daughter of Lummos & Eliz. Spence..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Griffin Spence1
M, b. circa 1852
| Birth* | circa 1852 | Griffin was born circa 1852 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Griffin was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Griffin Spencer, age 8 in HH#571 headed by Limus Spencer, age 31 year old sailor..1 |
| Census w/parents | 1870 | Griffin was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Griffin Spence, a 17 year old farm laborer in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..2 |
| Census w/parents | 7 June 1880 | Griffin was listed with his parents in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).3 |
| Census w/parents | 20 June 1900 | Griffin was listed with his parents in the census of 20 June 1900 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#274 was headed by Lummers J. Spence, a 74 year old farmer, born May 1826 in MD as were both of his parents. Listed with him were the following Spences: Elizabeth, a 74 year old wife, born 1826 in MD as were both of her parents; Griffin, a 45 year old single son & farmer, born 1855 in VA; Lummers J., a 43 single son & farmer, born in 1857 in VA; Thomas, a 40 year old single son & farmer, born in 1860 in VA; and Daisy, a 6 year old granddaughter, born 1894 in VA, whose implied father's name was Thomas.4 |
Citations
- [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.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Elizabeth Spence1
F, b. circa 1857
| Birth* | circa 1857 | Elizabeth was born circa 1857 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Elizabeth Spencer, age 3 in HH#571 headed by Limus Spencer, age 31 year old sailor..1 |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
William L. Spence1
M, b. circa 1860
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | William was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Onancock P.O., St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as William L. Spence, age 2/12 in HH#571 headed by Limus Spencer, age 31 year old sailor..1 |
| Birth* | circa 1860 | William was born circa 1860 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Susan Elizabeth Spence1
F, b. circa 1859, d. 30 July 1937
| Birth* | circa 1859 | Susan was born circa 1859 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Susan was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Spence, age 11 in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..2 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1878 | She married William Johnson, son of Joshua T. Johnson and Rachel (-----), on 30 January 1878 at Chesconessex, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Johnson, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Joshua & Rachel Johnson and she was shown as Susan J. Spence, age 18, the daughter of Lewis & Eliz'th Spence.3 |
| Married Name | 30 January 1878 | As of 30 January 1878,her married name was Johnson. |
| Marriage | 20 December 1894 | Susan Elizabeth Spence married Wallace W. Evans, son of William Sorin Evans and Mary C. Garner, on 20 December 1894 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wallace W. Evans, a 24 year old waterman, the son of Soran & Mary C. Evans and she was shown as Susan Johnson, a 32 year old widow, the daughter of Lewis J. & Betsy Spence.3 |
| Married Name | 20 December 1894 | As of 20 December 1894,her married name was Evans. |
| Death* | 30 July 1937 | Susan Elizabeth Spence died on 30 July 1937 at Chesconnessex, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susan Elizabeth Evans, a resident of Chesconnessex, VA, who died 30 July 1937. She was born 30 May 1867, at Chesconnessex, the widow of Wallace Evans and the daughter of Lemus Spence (born Chesconnessex) and Betsy Spence (born Chesconnessex). Mrs. T.H. Williams of Chesconnessex gave the information. She was buried in Mt. Holly Cemetery on 1 Aug 1937.1 |
| Burial* | | Susan was buried at Mt. Holly Cemetery, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
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William Johnson b. c 1858, d. b 20 Dec 1894 |
| Marriage* | 30 January 1878 | She married William Johnson, son of Joshua T. Johnson and Rachel (-----), on 30 January 1878 at Chesconessex, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as William Johnson, a 21 year old farmer, the son of Joshua & Rachel Johnson and she was shown as Susan J. Spence, age 18, the daughter of Lewis & Eliz'th Spence.3 |
| Child | 1. | Mary Evelyn Johnson4 b. 1 Aug 1892, d. 12 Aug 1962 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 for Susan Elizabeth Evans.
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Mary Evelyn Williams in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.
Thomas Spence1
M, b. circa 1861, d. after 1930
| Birth* | circa 1861 | Thomas was born circa 1861 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas Spence, age 9 in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents | 7 June 1880 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).2 |
| Census w/parents | 20 June 1900 | Thomas was listed with his parents in the census of 20 June 1900 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#274 was headed by Lummers J. Spence, a 74 year old farmer, born May 1826 in MD as were both of his parents. Listed with him were the following Spences: Elizabeth, a 74 year old wife, born 1826 in MD as were both of her parents; Griffin, a 45 year old single son & farmer, born 1855 in VA; Lummers J., a 43 single son & farmer, born in 1857 in VA; Thomas, a 40 year old single son & farmer, born in 1860 in VA; and Daisy, a 6 year old granddaughter, born 1894 in VA, whose implied father's name was Thomas.3 |
| Census w/brother | 1910 | Thomas was listed with his brother in the census of 1910 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The household was headed by Richard Spence, age 43. Listed with him were Rintha Spence, a 24 year old wife; Elizabeth Spence, a 10/12 year old daughter; Lamus Spence, a 55 year old brother; and Thomas Spence, a 50 year old brother.4 |
| Census w/brother* | 1930 | Thomas was listed with his brother in the census of 1930 at Southside Chesonnessex, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The head of HH#388 was shown as Richard Spence, a 60 year old farmer. Listed with him were Arinthai C. Spence, a 43 year old wife; Dewey Spence, a 20 year old son; Nellie Spence, an 18 year old daughter; Myrtle Spence, a 15 year old daughter; Richard T. Spence, a 12 year old son; Rose V. Spence, a 7 year old daughter; Gertrude V. Spence, a 4 & 7/12 year old daughter; and Thomas Spence, a 70 year old brother.5 |
| Death* | after 1930 | He died after 1930 at Accomack Co, VA.5 |
Citations
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
Sophia J. Spence1
F, b. circa 1867
| Birth* | circa 1867 | Sophia was born circa 1867 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Sophia was listed with her parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Sophia J. Spence, age 3 in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents | 7 June 1880 | Sophia was listed with her parents in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).2 |
| Married Name | 3 July 1895 | As of 3 July 1895,her married name was Runge.3 |
| Marriage* | 3 July 1895 | She married Frederick E. Runge, son of Adolph Runge and Augusta (-----), on 3 July 1895 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Frederick E. Runge, a 25 year old salesman, born in Hamburg, Germany & living in Acc Co, VA, the son of Adolph & Augusta Runge and she was shown as Sophia J. Spence, age 26, the daughter of Lewis L. & Elizabeth L. Spence.3 |
Citations
- [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.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Richard J. Spence1
M, b. 10 May 1867, d. 21 September 1952
| Birth* | 10 May 1867 | Richard was born on 10 May 1867 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1870 | Richard was listed with his parents in the census of 1870 at Locust Mount PO, St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. He was shown as Rich'd J. Spence, age 5 months, born in February in HH#LM959 headed by Limmus Spence, a 41 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/parents* | 7 June 1880 | Richard was listed with his parents in the census of 7 June 1880 at Onancock & Tangier Island, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The HH was headed by Lemor Spence, a 50 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Betsy, a 48 year old wife; Griffin, a 25 year old son and farm hand; Lewis, a 23 year old son and farm hand; Thomas, an 18 year old son and farm hand; John, a 16 year old son and farm hand; Sophia, a 12 year old daughter and farm hand; Richard, an 8 year old son; and Mary, a 5 year old daughter. Also listed were Mary Carmine, a 25 year old cook; John Palmer, age 80, (head of HH's wife's father) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's father-in-law) who works about; and Mimy Palmer, age 72 (head of HH's wife's mother) (transcriped by Ancestry.com as head of HH's mother-in-law).3 |
| Marriage* | 26 January 1891 | He married Annie Williams, daughter of Robert Williams, on 26 January 1891 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Spence, a 19 year old farmer, son of Lewis J. & Eliz'th Spence and she was shown as Annie Williams, age 16, the daughter of Robert Williams.4 |
| Census head | 21 June 1900 | Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 21 June 1900 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#296 was headed by Richard Spence, a 27 year old farmer. Listed with him were the following Spences: Annie, a 26 year old wife; Willie, a 6 year old son; Lottie, a 4 year old daughter; Dewey, a 1 year old son; and Allie Johnson, a 15 year old nephew & farm laborer.5 |
| Marriage* | 23 May 1904 | He married Arinthia C. Mears, daughter of George W. Mears and Elizabeth 'Betsy' Lewis, on 23 May 1904 at Somerset Co, MD. They were shown as Richard Spence, a 35 year old widower and she was shown as Arintha Mears, age 18.6 |
| Census head | 1910 | Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1910 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The household was headed by Richard Spence, age 43. Listed with him were Rintha Spence, a 24 year old wife; Elizabeth Spence, a 10/12 year old daughter; Lamus Spence, a 55 year old brother; and Thomas Spence, a 50 year old brother.7 |
| Census head* | 1930 | Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1930 at Southside Chesonnessex, Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. The head of HH#388 was shown as Richard Spence, a 60 year old farmer. Listed with him were Arinthia C. Spence, a 43 year old wife; Dewey Spence, a 20 year old son; Nellie Spence, an 18 year old daughter; Myrtle Spence, a 15 year old daughter; Richard T. Spence, a 12 year old son; Rose V. Spence, a 7 year old daughter; Gertrude V. Spence, a 4 & 7/12 year old daughter; and Thomas Spence, a 70 year old brother.8 |
| Census head | 1940 | Richard was listed as a head of household in the census of 1940 at Lee District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#146 was headed by Richard Spence, age 73. Listed with him was Rinthia Spence, a 50 year old wife; Jack Spence, a 22 year old son; Vivian Spence, a 15 year old daughter; Weldon Johnson, a 30 year old son-in-law; Rose Watson, a 17 year old daughter; & Loranie Watson, a 1 year old granddaughter.9 |
| Death* | 21 September 1952 | He died on 21 September 1952 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 85. He was shown as Richard Spence, an 85 year old farmer, born 10 May 1867 at Onancock, VA & died 21 Sep 1952 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA, the son of Lemus Spence and Betsy Farmer and the husband of Arinthia Spence. The information was given by Willie Spence (his son).2 |
| Burial* | | Richard was buried at Mt. Holly South Cemetery, Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as Richard Spence, 1867 - 1952.10 |
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Annie Williams b. c 1875 |
| Marriage* | 26 January 1891 | He married Annie Williams, daughter of Robert Williams, on 26 January 1891 at Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Richard Spence, a 19 year old farmer, son of Lewis J. & Eliz'th Spence and she was shown as Annie Williams, age 16, the daughter of Robert Williams.4 |
| Children | 1. | Willie (of Rich J) Spence+10 b. 2 Aug 1893, d. 22 Aug 1968 |
| | 2. | Lottie B. (of Rich J) Spence5 b. 28 Feb 1896, d. 21 Mar 1938 |
| | 3. | John Dewey (of Rich J) Spence8 b. 15 Jun 1900, d. 17 Aug 1970 |
| | 4. | Octavious 'Tavie' (of Rich J) Spence11 b. 10 Oct 1901, d. 27 Jul 1968 |
Citations
- [S687] Gail Walczyk, 1870 Accomack Co, VA, Census, Part 2, St. George's Parish.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014 for Richard Spence.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Octavious Spence in the Virginia, U.S., Death Records, 1912-2014.
(d|o_Jno.M.) Spence1
F, b. July 1891, d. 30 December 1891
| Birth* | July 1891 | (d|o_Jno.M.) was born in July 1891 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | 30 December 1891 | (d|o_Jno.M.) died on 30 December 1891 at St. George Parish, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as has an unnamed daughter of John M. & Martha Spence, who died of whooping cough at the age of 5 months. Her father gave in the information..1 |
Citations
- [S569] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Death Register, 1853-1896.
Rachel Spence1
F, b. circa 1842
| Birth* | circa 1842 | Rachel was born circa 1842 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Census w/another* | 1860 | Rachel was listed with another family in the census of in 1860 at Tangier Island, Acc Co, VA. She was shown as Rachel Spence, age 18 in HH#1174 headed by Thos. Crocket, a 27 year old oysterman..2 |
Citations
- [S923] Gail M. Walczyk, Parkes of the Chesapeake Bay.
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
David Bagwell
M, b. circa 1550
| Birth* | circa 1550 | David was born circa 1550 at St. Petrock, Exeter, Devonshire, England.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1587 | He married Joanna Chappell, daughter of Thomas Chappell (merchant) and Thomazine Chamberlaine, circa 1587.1 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 22 August 1589 | David was named in his father-in-law's will on 22 August 1589 at Exeter, Devon, England. In his will Thomas Chappell, Mayor, of the City of Exeter, Merchant, gave to son John Chappell my best Salt, two little boles of silver gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To William Chappell, my son, one Silver tankard gilded, Two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Richard Chappell, my son, one silver tankard gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To son Thomas Chappell one silver tankard gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To George Chappell, my son, a goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Nicholas Chappell, my son, one goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Ambrose Chappell, my son, one goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Christopher Chappell, my son, one silver tankard parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Elizabeth Chappell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded and two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Katheryn Chappell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Johan Bagwell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded and two silver spoons.
All said sums of money and plates before by me given to be delivered them or any of them when they shall come to the age of 24 years or before at the discretion of their mother and my Overseers in full contemplation of all and every of their legacies and bequests. Child's part and portion of my goods to them or any of them appertaining or belonging by reason or force of the custom of the foresaid City of Exeter and if it happen that any of my children to dye before they shall accomplish the age of 24 years or before any of this my bequest be delivered unto them that then my will and mind is that the part and portion of every or any of them so deceasing shall be and remain to and among residue of my children that shall be then living by equal portion to be divided.
To David Bagwell, my son-in-law 20 pounds of lawful money of England which he owes me. To said David Bagwell 30 pounds of lawful money of England. To David Bagwell's children called William Bagwell and Priscilla Bagwell and to every of them the sum of 3 pounds 6 shillings and 8 pence a piece of lawful money of England. To every one of my servants that shall be with me at the hour of my death, 10 shillings a piece of good and lawful money of England. To Rober Chappell, my brother Anthony's son, 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To my cousin Johan Chappell my maid five marks of lawful money of England. To Edward Chappell, my brother Anthony Chappell's son, 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To Humphry Chappell, son of Edward Chappell, when he shall come to the age of 21 years, the sum of 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To William Brewer 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To my brother George Chappell 4 pounds of lawful money of England. To my brother George Chappell's two sons 20 shillings a piece of lawful money of England. To Anthony Chappell, the son of Thomas Chappell, the sum of 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To every of my god children 2 shillings a piece. To the poor people of Alphington 20 shillings of lawful money of England. Also my will is that Thomasyne my wife shall during her natural life have, hold and enjoy all that garden of mine lying near the high street of the foresaid City of Exeter which I lately purchased of one Henry Paramore deceased. The residue of all my goods and chattels, moveable and unmovable, I freely give to Thomasine, my wife, whom I make Executrix of my will. And for my overseers I make and ordain Mr John Davye, Mr Nicholas Spycer, my cousin John Chappell and my cousin Thomas Chappell and I give to every of my overseers for their pains taking therein the sum of 20 shillings a piece of lawful money of England. In witness whereof, I, the said Thomas Chappell, have here unto subscribed my hand and set to my seal the day and year above written in the presence of those whose names are here under written: Thomas Chappell, John Chappell the elder, and Thomasin Chappell.
Memorandum dated 6 September 1589 - Whereas I have devised to my son John Chappell 150 pounds amongst other things as aforesaid for as much as I have now lately paid to the said John Chappell, my son, 100 pounds and 20 pounds of lawful English money, my will is that the residue thereof being 30 pounds shall be only paid to my said son John and no more.
On 9 January 1590 - my will is that my Executrix shall give unto 16 poor people, each of them, one black gown of cotton.2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 90 (Bagwell Family).
- [S3093] Provided by David Dixon <, e-mail address>, & < and e-mail address>, Wills of Thomas Chappell & his wife Thomazine (Chamberlain) Chappell, citing - https://www.shade.id.au/Chapple/Chapple4.htm
- [S2995] Maggie Rice < and e-mail address>, Chappell & Bagwell Families of Exeter, Devonshire, England.
Joanna Chappell
F, b. before 16 October 1568
| Birth* | before 16 October 1568 | Joanna was born before 16 October 1568 at St. Petrock, Exeter, Devonshire, England.1 |
| Baptism | 16 October 1568 | She was baptized on 16 October 1568 at St. Petrock, Exeter, Devonshire, England. She was shown as Joane, daughter of Thos Chappell, Baptised 16 Oct 1568.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1587 | As of circa 1587,her married name was Bagwell. |
| Marriage* | circa 1587 | She married David Bagwell circa 1587.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 22 August 1589 | Joanna was named in her father's will on 22 August 1589 at Exeter, Devon, England. In his will Thomas Chappell, Mayor, of the City of Exeter, Merchant, gave to son John Chappell my best Salt, two little boles of silver gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To William Chappell, my son, one Silver tankard gilded, Two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Richard Chappell, my son, one silver tankard gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To son Thomas Chappell one silver tankard gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To George Chappell, my son, a goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Nicholas Chappell, my son, one goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Ambrose Chappell, my son, one goblet of silver parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Christopher Chappell, my son, one silver tankard parcel gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Elizabeth Chappell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded and two silver spoons and 150 pounds of lawful money of England. To Katheryn Chappell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded, two silver spoons and 150 pounds lawful money of England. To Johan Bagwell, my daughter, one silver bowl gilded and two silver spoons.
All said sums of money and plates before by me given to be delivered them or any of them when they shall come to the age of 24 years or before at the discretion of their mother and my Overseers in full contemplation of all and every of their legacies and bequests. Child's part and portion of my goods to them or any of them appertaining or belonging by reason or force of the custom of the foresaid City of Exeter and if it happen that any of my children to dye before they shall accomplish the age of 24 years or before any of this my bequest be delivered unto them that then my will and mind is that the part and portion of every or any of them so deceasing shall be and remain to and among residue of my children that shall be then living by equal portion to be divided.
To David Bagwell, my son-in-law 20 pounds of lawful money of England which he owes me. To said David Bagwell 30 pounds of lawful money of England. To David Bagwell's children called William Bagwell and Priscilla Bagwell and to every of them the sum of 3 pounds 6 shillings and 8 pence a piece of lawful money of England. To every one of my servants that shall be with me at the hour of my death, 10 shillings a piece of good and lawful money of England. To Rober Chappell, my brother Anthony's son, 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To my cousin Johan Chappell my maid five marks of lawful money of England. To Edward Chappell, my brother Anthony Chappell's son, 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To Humphry Chappell, son of Edward Chappell, when he shall come to the age of 21 years, the sum of 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To William Brewer 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To my brother George Chappell 4 pounds of lawful money of England. To my brother George Chappell's two sons 20 shillings a piece of lawful money of England. To Anthony Chappell, the son of Thomas Chappell, the sum of 20 shillings of lawful money of England. To every of my god children 2 shillings a piece. To the poor people of Alphington 20 shillings of lawful money of England. Also my will is that Thomasyne my wife shall during her natural life have, hold and enjoy all that garden of mine lying near the high street of the foresaid City of Exeter which I lately purchased of one Henry Paramore deceased. The residue of all my goods and chattels, moveable and unmovable, I freely give to Thomasine, my wife, whom I make Executrix of my will. And for my overseers I make and ordain Mr John Davye, Mr Nicholas Spycer, my cousin John Chappell and my cousin Thomas Chappell and I give to every of my overseers for their pains taking therein the sum of 20 shillings a piece of lawful money of England. In witness whereof, I, the said Thomas Chappell, have here unto subscribed my hand and set to my seal the day and year above written in the presence of those whose names are here under written: Thomas Chappell, John Chappell the elder, and Thomasin Chappell.
Memorandum dated 6 September 1589 - Whereas I have devised to my son John Chappell 150 pounds amongst other things as aforesaid for as much as I have now lately paid to the said John Chappell, my son, 100 pounds and 20 pounds of lawful English money, my will is that the residue thereof being 30 pounds shall be only paid to my said son John and no more.
On 9 January 1590 - my will is that my Executrix shall give unto 16 poor people, each of them, one black gown of cotton.3 |
Citations
- [S2994] Maggie Rice < and e-mail address>, Chappell Family Baptisms of St. Petrock Parish, Exeter, Devonshire, England, transcribed by Rev Nesbitt, with Devon & Cornwall Record Socitey (DCRS) at South West Heritage Centre (SWHT) (with permission from SWHT).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 90 (Bagwell Family).
- [S3093] Provided by David Dixon <, e-mail address>, & < and e-mail address>, Wills of Thomas Chappell & his wife Thomazine (Chamberlain) Chappell, citing - https://www.shade.id.au/Chapple/Chapple4.htm
- [S2995] Maggie Rice < and e-mail address>, Chappell & Bagwell Families of Exeter, Devonshire, England.
William Hawkins
M, b. circa 1585, d. before 28 April 1646
| Birth* | circa 1585 | William was born circa 1585. |
| Marriage* | circa 1605 | He married Ann (-----) circa 1605.1 |
| Death* | before 28 April 1646 | William Hawkins died before 28 April 1646 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Hookings was granted to Nicholas Hall as major creditor, the widow Anne having relinquished the estate. John Dennis, Henry Bagwell & John Harloe were named appraisers. (NOTE: Anne retained the administration following the death of Nicholas Hall.)2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 91 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 18 (adm of William Hookings, to Nicholas Hall).
Ann (-----)
F, b. circa 1580, d. before 11 November 1646
| Birth* | circa 1580 | Ann was born circa 1580. |
| Married Name | circa 1605 | As of circa 1605,her married name was Hawkins. |
| Marriage* | circa 1605 | She married William Hawkins circa 1605.1 |
| Administrator* | 28 April 1646 | Ann was named as administrator of an estate on 28 April 1646 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Hookings was granted to Nicholas Hall as major creditor, the widow Anne having relinquished the estate. John Dennis, Henry Bagwell & John Harloe were named appraisers. (NOTE: Anne retained the administration following the death of Nicholas Hall.)2 |
| Will* | 8 November 1646 | She made a will on 8 November 1646 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Ann Howkins, widow, gave to Richard Smyth for his payne in my sickness my flockbedd and a pillow. To Thomas Stratton my plantation for four years betwixt the said Smyth and Stratton. To Francis Harvey the debt that Mr. Scarborough owes. To my godchild Elizabeth West one cow calf. To my godchild John Russell one cow calf. To Goodman Harlowe two barrels of corne, and a carpet to Charles Russell. To Margery Williams the wife of Henry Williams my stuffe gown and braner hatt. To Mary Buckland. To my kinsman William Gower a shoate which is with John Dandye. To Alice Bagwell the rest of my estate. To John Bagwell. To Thomas Bagwell. To Rebecca Bagwell one stuffe petticote. To John Dandy two bushels of meale in the hands of Mr. Robins, and the great iron kettle which was payed out of the estate of William Howkins. Henry Bagwell extr. Witt: John (X) Dandy, Thomas Stratton. (Note: On her deathbed Mrs. Hookins directed that a 16 gal. kettle be returned to its owner John Danby.)1,3 |
| Death* | before 11 November 1646 | Ann died before 11 November 1646 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..1,3 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 91 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 18 (adm of William Hookings, to Nicholas Hall).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 21 (will of Ann Howkins).
Ann (-----)
F, b. 1646
| Birth* | 1646 | Ann was born in 1646 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1664 | She married John (2) Bagwell, son of Henry (1) Bagwell and Alice Hawkins (Hawkins?), circa 1664.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1664 | As of circa 1664,her married name was Bagwell. |
| Age was stated* | March 1665/66 | Her age was stated in March 1665/66 at Accomack Co, VA. Ann Bagwell deposed on 22 Mar 1665/6 that she was age 19 and on 5 Aug 1684 she deposed that she was age 38.2,1 |
| Will - Husb's* | 18 September 1685 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 18 September 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Bagwell gave to son Henry (under 18) 1/2 of the plantation where I now live & his equal share of my 3rd part of an Island purchased by Thomas Bagwell, Isaac Medcalfe & myself. To son Alexander the other 1/2 of my plantation & his part of said Island. (Alexander under 18) Daughter Rebecca (under 17). The profits of my water mill to be used for the maintenance of my wife & children. Wife to enjoy whole estate until children come to age. Wife Ann Exec. Brother Thomas Bagwell & William Burton Ex'rs. in trust. Witt: William Parker, Isaac Metcalf, Robert Watson.3 |
| Marriage* | before 29 December 1687 | She married Edmund Allen, son of John Allen and Margaret (-----), before 29 December 1687 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | before 29 December 1687 | As of before 29 December 1687,her married name was Allen. |
| Court - name in stat* | 31 January 1687/88 | Ann (-----) was named in a statement that was recorded in court records on 31 January 1687/88 at Northampton Co, VA. The difference depending upon reference between Col. John Stringer plantif and Edmond Allen as marrying Ann the relick and Extr of John Bagwell dec'd defendent as the said Bagwell was oblidged by bond with one Thomas Holt in the sum of 10 pounds 13 shillings for the payment of 5 pounds 6 shillings and 6 pense by bill of exchange passed by the said Holt on which no protest appearing of the non payment thereof the said suit is therefore dismissed with costs.4 |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 2 October 1688 | Ann was mentioned in a will on 2 October 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Richard Watson named Edmund Allen & Ann Allen his wife, to be overseers of his goddaughter Ann (under age) the daughter of Mary Scale, which is now wife to Thomas Iremonger.5 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 91 (Bagwell Family).
- [S623] William R.M. Houston M.D. & Jean M. Mihalyka, Colonial Residents of Virginia's Eastern Shore (Whose Ages Were Proved Before Court Officials of Accomack and Northampton Counties), p. 4&5.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 14 (will of John Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S2141] Frank V. Walcyzk, Northampton Co, VA, Bk 12, Orders & Wills, 1683-1689, Vol 2 (1686-1689), p. 89.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 17 (will of Richard Watson, no wife or children).
John (5) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1665, d. before 19 May 1681
| Birth* | circa 1665 | John was born circa 1665 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 19 May 1681 | John died before 19 May 1681. John died before 19 May 1681, being drawn between the cogwheel and trundlehead of the mill belonging to his father..1 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 91 (Bagwell Family).
(sister_of_Thos) Crippen1
F, b. circa 1680
| Birth* | circa 1680 | (sister_of_Thos) was born circa 1680. |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | She married Henry (6) Bagwell, son of John (2) Bagwell and Ann (-----), circa 1700. She may have been a sister of Thomas Crippen the Elder whose son Thomas in his will dated 27 Dec 1727-5 Mar 1727/8 in Acc Co, named an uncle Henry Bagwell..1 |
| Married Name | circa 1700 | As of circa 1700,her married name was Bagwell. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
Alexander (7) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1670, d. before 8 January 1722/23
| Birth* | circa 1670 | Alexander was born circa 1670 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 September 1685 | Alexander was named in his father's will on 18 September 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Bagwell gave to son Henry (under 18) 1/2 of the plantation where I now live & his equal share of my 3rd part of an Island purchased by Thomas Bagwell, Isaac Medcalfe & myself. To son Alexander the other 1/2 of my plantation & his part of said Island. (Alexander under 18) Daughter Rebecca (under 17). The profits of my water mill to be used for the maintenance of my wife & children. Wife to enjoy whole estate until children come to age. Wife Ann Exec. Brother Thomas Bagwell & William Burton Ex'rs. in trust. Witt: William Parker, Isaac Metcalf, Robert Watson.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1700.3 |
| Marriage | circa 1705 | He married Naomy (of Thos of Alex I) Maddox, daughter of Thomas (of Alex I) Maddox and Elizabeth (wid of Wm Smith) Whitmarsh, circa 1705.3 |
| Court - nam in petit* | 19 January 1713/14 | Alexander (7) Bagwell was named in a petition that was recorded in court records on 19 January 1713/14 at Northampton Co, VA. Upon the petition of Mrs. Rebecca Maddux the court ordered that Mesrs Alexander Bagwell and Benjamin Johnson, as marrieing the daughters of Mr. Thomas Maddux dec'd, enter into bond with good security for that part of Mr. Thomas Maddux estate that belonged to their children between this and the next court.4 |
| Court - named in ord* | 19 April 1715 | He was named in a court order on 19 April 1715 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas James requested the 3 discharges from Thomas Maddux estate: one of Benjamin Johnson for his children's part of the said Maddux estate, the second of Alexander Bagwell for his children's part of the said Maddux estate, and the third is John Powell for Thomas Maddux's part of his father's estate was ordered to be recorded.5 |
| Administrator* | 19 March 1716/17 | Alexander was named as administrator of an estate on 19 March 1716/17 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Maddux was granted to Alexander Baggwell on behalf of the children of the dec'd. Appraisers: Edmund Johnson, William Nichloson, Jacob Dewey and Joseph Dent.6 |
| Will* | 27 October 1722 | He made a will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson..3,7 |
| Death* | before 8 January 1722/23 | He died before 8 January 1722/23 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3,7,8 |
| Est settm't* | 4 June 1723 | His estate was settled on 4 June 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. Mr. Henry Bagwell presented a bond made to him and Naomie Bagwell (executors of Alexander Bagwell, deceased) by John Jacob, Edwd. Turner, Thomas Marshall and William Major. It was proved by the oaths of Thomas Johnson and Daniel Roger.9 |
| Est settm't | 5 August 1725 | His estate was settled on 5 August 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. Mr. Henry Bagwell (one of the executors of the will of Alexander Bagwell, deceased, of Northampton County) moved that there was part of Bagwell's estate in this county. It had belonged to Bagwell's widow Mary, who had recently married Jacob Stockly. Ordered that Capt Jno: Bagwell, Jno: Metcalfe, Edwd: Custis and Hen: Satchell (or any three of them) divide the estate.10 |
| Land cause* | 26 March 1765 | He was named in a land cause on 26 March 1765 at tract A69, S-E of Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. Robinson Smith, who claimed under Alexander Bagwell, late of the said County, dec., and the said Spencer & Charles, descendants of Henry Bagwell, late also of the said county, dec., together and undivided hold a certain tract of land containing 500 acres to be divided one moiety thereof to the said Elizabeth Smith and the other moiety to the said Spencer & Charles &c.11 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 14 (will of John Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 129 (19 Jan 1713/14 Court).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 169 (19 Apr 1715 Court).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 217 (adm of Thomas Maddux to Alexander Baggwell).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S2871] Northampton Co, VA, Order Bk 18, 1722-1929, p. 42 (8 Jan 1722/23 Court).
- [S829] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1719-1724, Volume 14, p. 140 (4 Jun 1723 Court).
- [S972] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1724-1731, Volume 15, p. 69 (5 Aug 1725 Court).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 23 (Elizabeth Smith, infant, by Fairfaix Smith her next friend (guardian) vs. Spencer Bagwell & Charles Bagwell).
Rebecca (8) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1672
| Birth* | circa 1672 | Rebecca was born circa 1672 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 September 1685 | Rebecca was named in her father's will on 18 September 1685 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Bagwell gave to son Henry (under 18) 1/2 of the plantation where I now live & his equal share of my 3rd part of an Island purchased by Thomas Bagwell, Isaac Medcalfe & myself. To son Alexander the other 1/2 of my plantation & his part of said Island. (Alexander under 18) Daughter Rebecca (under 17). The profits of my water mill to be used for the maintenance of my wife & children. Wife to enjoy whole estate until children come to age. Wife Ann Exec. Brother Thomas Bagwell & William Burton Ex'rs. in trust. Witt: William Parker, Isaac Metcalf, Robert Watson.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1690 | She married Thomas Mills, son of (father of Thos & Ed) Mills, circa 1690.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1690 | As of circa 1690,her married name was Mills. |
| Will - Husb's* | 17 February 1709 | Rebecca was named in her husband's will on 17 February 1709 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage | circa 1710 | She married Charles (of John) Stockley (Yeoman), son of John Stockley and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1710.3,4 |
| Married Name | circa 1710 | As of circa 1710,her married name was Stockley. |
| Will - Husb's | 6 May 1718 | Rebecca was named in her husband's will on 6 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Rebecca in the will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman. He also named a son-in-law (meaning step-son) William Mills and gave him personal property which was his mothers..4 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 14 (will of John Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 60 (will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman, wife Rebecca).
Thomas (9) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1675, d. before 6 January 1712/13
| Birth* | circa 1675 | Thomas was born circa 1675 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison..1,2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1696 | He married Elizabeth Eyre, daughter of John Eyre and Elizabeth Tilney, circa 1696.3 |
| Land sold* | 1 April 1701 | Thomas (9) Bagwell sold land on 1 April 1701 at tract A64, between Onley & Melfa, east of Rt 13, Accomack Co, VA. Thomas & Elizabeth Bagwell sold the east half to William Phillips and five years later, the west half to Peter Burnley.4,5 |
| Anecdote* | 1704 | He owned 465 acres in Accomack County in 1704.3 |
| Will - Bro-in-law* | 19 February 1708/9 | Thomas was named in his brother-in-law's will on 19 February 1708/9 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as brother (meaning brother-in-law) Thomas Bagwell in the will of Perry Leatherbury, wife Comfort.6 |
| Will* | 15 August 1712 | He made a will on 15 August 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell gave son Thomas plantation where I now live containing 165 acres. To son John my part of Cedar Island. Wife & 5 daughters Elizabeth, Susanna, Ann, Comfort & Sara residual legatees. Sons under 18 - Daus. under 16 - Wife (no name) Exec. Brother John Bagwell & cousin Henry Bagwell trustees. Witt: Sarah Metcalf, John Metcalf, James Davis..3,7 |
| Death* | before 6 January 1712/13 | Thomas died before 6 January 1712/13 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..3,7 |
| Land left* | 1713 | He left land in 1713 at tract A66, east of Locustville, Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Bagwell (his wife was living but not named in the will) left his home plantation to his son Thomas, who (wife Elizabeth) died intestate in 1740 and was succeeded by a son William. In 1753 he also died intestate and is belived to have been followed by a son Isaiah, who (wife Sarah) left a will in 1764, but made no mention of his lands, so after that date there is a good deal of uncertainty about the title. In 1783 processioning returns showed a Stephen Bagwell and a John Kellam to have been the landowners in this vicinity.8 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 94 (Bagwell Family).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 849 (tract A64).
- [S704] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1697-1703, Volume 9, p. 114 (1 Apr 1701 court).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 43 (will of Perry Leatherbury, wife Comfort).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 48 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife no name).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 878 (tract A64).
Comfort (11) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1672, d. circa 1731
| Birth* | circa 1672 | Comfort was born circa 1672 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1690 | As of circa 1690,her married name was Leatherbury. |
| Marriage* | circa 1690 | She married Perry Leatherbury I, son of Thomas Leatherbury (Leatherbarrow) and Eleanor Perry (Perry?), circa 1690.3,2 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Comfort was named in her father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison..4,2 |
| Will - Husb's* | 19 February 1709 | Comfort was named in her husband's will on 19 February 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as wife Comfort and named Extr in the will of Perry Leatherbury..3,5 |
| Marriage | circa 1710 | She married Robert (Spencer) Burton I circa 1710.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1710 | As of circa 1710,her married name was Burton. |
| Will - Husb's | 16 September 1724 | Comfort was named in her husband's will on 16 September 1724 at Sussex Co, DE. She was shown as wife Comfort in the will of Robert Burton..3,6 |
| Death* | circa 1731 | She died circa 1731 at Accomack Co, VA.7 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 91 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 94 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 43 (will of Perry Leatherbury, wife Comfort).
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 35 (will of Robert Burton, wife Comfort).
- [S2456] W.F. (Bill) Leatherbury,.
Elizabeth (12) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1666
| Birth* | circa 1666 | Elizabeth was born circa 1666 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1685 | She married William Tilney, son of Col. John Tilney I and Anne Smith, circa 1685.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1685 | As of circa 1685,her married name was Tilney. |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison..1,3 |
| Anecdote* | 1704 | As a widow Elizabeth Tilney held 200 acres in Accomack County in 1704.2 |
| Marriage* | 4 February 1707 | She married James Davis I on 4 February 1707 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | 4 February 1707 | As of 4 February 1707,her married name was Davis. |
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James Davis I b. c 1660, d. b 2 Jun 1713 |
| Marriage* | 4 February 1707 | She married James Davis I on 4 February 1707 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 95 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
Francis (13) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1668, d. 23 March 1720/21
| Birth* | circa 1668 | Francis was born circa 1668 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Francis was named in his father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison. (NOTE: He released his interest the land at the Horekill in Sussex Co, PA to William on 1 Aug 1710.)2,3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | He married Catherine (of Robt I) Burton, daughter of Robert (Spencer) Burton I and Catherine Cotton (Cotton?), circa 1700.2 |
| Constable appointed* | 6 May 1707 | Francis (13) Bagwell was appointed Constable on 6 May 1707 at Indian River Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. He was shown as Francis Bagwell.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1710 | He married Susannah (-----) circa 1710.2 |
| Land quitclaim named* | 1 August 1710 | Francis (13) Bagwell was named in a quit claim deed on 1 August 1710 at Long Neck, Indian River Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. Francis Bagwell, son of Thomas Bagwell, yeoman, dec'd, of Accomack Co, VA, quit claim to his brother William Bagwell 250 acres situated in Long Neck in Indian River Hundred bounded by Rehoboth Bay and land where William Bagwell is now seated. The 250 acres is 1/2 of a larger tract which Thomas Bagwell purchased of William Burton, yeoman, dec'd, of Accomack Co, VA.5 |
| Land acknowledged de* | 4 November 1712 | He acknowledged deed on 4 November 1712 at Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Hundred, Sussex Co, DE. Francis Bagwell acknowledged a tract of land and marsh near Rehoboth Bay called Bluff Point and Windmill Island unto Robert Burton of Sussex Co. At the same court Robert Burton Senr, by deed of gift acknowledged unto Thomas Bagwell, son of Francis Bagwell and Catherine his wife, a tract of land and marsh.6 |
| Will* | 12 March 1720/21 | He made a will on 12 March 1720/21 at Sussex Co, DE. In his will Francis Bagwell, Yeoman, named heirs: son Thomas & Ann Drake. Extrs: friends Jno. Russell & Job Barker. Witt: Woolsey Burton, Thomas Gear & George Mariner..2,7 |
| Death* | 23 March 1720/21 | Francis died on 23 March 1720/21 at Sussex Co, DE. It was on this date that his will was proved..2,7 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 96 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S2216] F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of Delaware, Vol. 3, p. 6 (Bagwell Family).
- [S2216] F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of Delaware, Vol. 3, p. 5 (Bagwell Family).
- [S2216] F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of Delaware, Vol. 3, p. 6 (Bagwell Family) citing SUDELR A:292.
- [S2194] State Archivist Leon deValinger Jr, Calendar of Sussex County, Delaware Probate Records, 1680-1800, p. 29 (will of Francis Bagwell, Yeoman).
Vallance (15) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1684
| Birth* | circa 1684 | Vallance was born circa 1684 at Accomack Co, VA. Vallance Bagwell was under age 14 in Jun 1697, so she was born sometime after 1683..2 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Vallance was named in her father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison..1,3 |
| Married Name | circa 1700 | As of circa 1700,her married name was Leatherbury. |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | She married Charles Leatherbury cordwainer, son of Charles Leatherbury and Elizabeth Waltham, circa 1700. Vallance Bagwell married Charles Leatherbury, a cordwainer, who held 1,100 acres in Accomack Co, in 1704..2,4 |
| Will - Husb's* | 2 March 1721 | Vallance was named in her husband's will on 2 March 1721 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Charles Leatherbury, wife no name, named sons Thomas, John, Perry and daughters Elizabeth and Ann Leatherbury..2,5 |
| Land Division of* | 30 August 1748 | She was named in a division of land on 30 August 1748 at tract A114, Parksley, Accomack Co, VA. Between Issac Dix Sr. of Accomack Co. and Bridget his wife and William Savage. Thomas Bagwell late of Acc. Co. sized in fee 225 Acres on Road between Guilford and Middle Church by Will devised to 2 Daughters Anne and Vallance who inter married to Charles Leatherbury who together with Vallance conveyed her moiety of the 225 acres to Griffith Savage who by his last will devised to the aforesaid William Savage. Anne married the aforesaid Griffith Savage and had one daughter Bridget and died. Bridget married with the aforesaid Isaac Dix. Isaac Dix and Bridget his wife and William Savage agreed to partition the 225 acres in equal parts of 112 & a half acres each with Isaac Dix & Bridget his wife getting the south side of tract and William Savage getting the north end of the 225 acres. Signed: Isaac (his X mark) Dix, Bridget (her X mark) Dix and William Savage. Acknowledged in court 30 Aug 1748 and admitted to record.6,7 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 97 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 118 (tract A114).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 66 (will of Charles Leatherbury, wife no name).
- [S833] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 002, 1746-1757, Part 1, p. 168 (division of land between Isaac Dix Sr., Bridget his wife and William Savage).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1118 (tract A114).
Ann (16) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1682
| Birth* | circa 1682 | Ann was born circa 1682 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1690 | Ann was named in her father's will on 15 April 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell named a wife Ann Exec. To sons William & Francis all my land at the Horekill in Sussix County in the teretory or Penselvaina. To son John plantation where I now live. To son Thomas all the rest of my divident of land here (John & Thomas under 18) My part of Cedar Island to be divided between my sons Thomas & John. Daughters Ann & Valeance 225 acres adjcent John Abbott. To son Thomas 200 acres adjcent William Burton's Branch. Daughter Elizabeth Tilney. Daughter Comfort Leatherbury. Grandchildren Comfort & Ann Tilney & Patience Leatherbury. Wife & children residual legatees. Sons to be at age at 18, daughters at 16. Capt. William Burton & William Parker overseers of my children. Not witnessed - Proved by Jane Nicholson & William Dennison..1,2 |
| Guardian - chose* | 8 January 1697 | Ann chose a guardian on on 8 January 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Ann Bagwell chose her brother-in-law Perry Leatherbury as her guardian. She would have to have been age 14 to chose a guardian, implying she was born before 1683..3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | She married Griffith Savage II, son of Griffin Savage I (A125) and Bridget Michael (Michael or Mikell?), circa 1700.3,4 |
| Married Name | circa 1700 | As of circa 1700,her married name was Savage. |
| Land Division of* | 30 August 1748 | Ann (16) Bagwell was named in a division of land on 30 August 1748 at tract A114, Parksley, Accomack Co, VA. Between Issac Dix Sr. of Accomack Co. and Bridget his wife and William Savage. Thomas Bagwell late of Acc. Co. sized in fee 225 Acres on Road between Guilford and Middle Church by Will devised to 2 Daughters Anne and Vallance who inter married to Charles Leatherbury who together with Vallance conveyed her moiety of the 225 acres to Griffith Savage who by his last will devised to the aforesaid William Savage. Anne married the aforesaid Griffith Savage and had one daughter Bridget and died. Bridget married with the aforesaid Isaac Dix. Isaac Dix and Bridget his wife and William Savage agreed to partition the 225 acres in equal parts of 112 & a half acres each with Isaac Dix & Bridget his wife getting the south side of tract and William Savage getting the north end of the 225 acres. Signed: Isaac (his X mark) Dix, Bridget (her X mark) Dix and William Savage. Acknowledged in court 30 Aug 1748 and admitted to record.5,6 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 92 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 18 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife Ann).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 97 (Bagwell Family).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 118 (tract A114).
- [S833] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 002, 1746-1757, Part 1, p. 168 (division of land between Isaac Dix Sr., Bridget his wife and William Savage).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1118 (tract A114).
Henry (17) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1702, d. before 3 June 1735
| Birth* | circa 1702 | Henry was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1725 | He married (-----) Custis (d/o Edward), daughter of Edward Custis and Ann (-----), circa 1725.2,3 |
| Marriage | circa 1730 | He married Sabra Milby, daughter of Peter Milby and Mary Sullivan, circa 1730.2 |
| Will* | 1 March 1735 | He made a will on 1 March 1735 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Heli Bagwell plantation where I now live containing 50 acres devised me by my father Henry Bagwell, also that part of Marsh & Hammock lying on the South side of a gut running out of the Bay into France Creek, being 100 acres devised me by my said father. To son Spencer Bagwell after the deceased of my mother in law Margaret Bagwell, 150 acres devised my said mother in law for life, the reversion to me, also the water mill bequested me at the death of my mother in law. Wife Sabra residual legatee, she to have the tuition of my 2 sons until they arrive at lawful age. Wife Exec. Witt: John Allen, Thomas Bagwell, John Snead..2,4 |
| Death* | before 3 June 1735 | Henry died before 3 June 1735. It was on this date that his will was probated..5,4 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 97 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 120 (will of Edward Custis, wife no name, Stephen Allen & Thomas Bagwell witnesses).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 104 (will of Henry Bagwell, wife Sabra).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5.
John (18) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1704, d. December 1729
| Birth* | circa 1704 | John was born circa 1704 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1725 | He married Kesiah Fairfax (Fairfax?) circa 1725.2 |
| Death* | December 1729 | John died in December 1729.3 |
| Admin of estate* | 7 January 1730 | Administration of John's estate was filed on 7 January 1730 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 98 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 97 (Bagwell Family).
Elizabeth (19) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1706
| Birth* | circa 1706 | Elizabeth was born circa 1706 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1732 | She married Isaac (of Peter I) Rogers, son of William (of Jno I) Rogers Jr. and Bridget Byrd, circa 1732.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1732 | As of circa 1732,her married name was Rogers. |
| Deed - Acknowledged* | 3 August 1736 | Elizabeth (19) Bagwell acknowledged a deed in court on 3 August 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Rogers acknowledged his deed for land to Parker Savage. Elizabeth Rogers (wife of Isaac) relinquished her right of dower.2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S973] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1731-1736, Volume 16, p. 314 (3 Aug 1736 Court).
Isaac (of Peter I) Rogers
M, b. circa 1712
| Birth* | circa 1712 | Isaac was born circa 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 20 October 1717 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 20 October 1717 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Peter Rogers gave to son John Rogers plantation where I now live, being the 100 acres which was my father's. To son Peter land purchased of Richard Hufington. Daughter Cazia Rogers. Son Jacob. Son Solomon. Daughter Tabitha. Sons Lazarus, Isaac & Gilbert. Sons under 18 - daughters under 16 - Wife Sisela Rogers & son John Exrs. Friends Philip Parker, John Lecatt, Morris Shepherd & Arthur Laylor to divide estate. Witt: Philip Parker, John Lecatt, Richard Rogers, Jr., David Wattson.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1732 | He married Elizabeth (19) Bagwell, daughter of Henry (6) Bagwell and (sister_of_Thos) Crippen, circa 1732.3 |
| Deed - Acknowledged* | 3 August 1736 | Isaac (of Peter I) Rogers acknowledged a deed in court on 3 August 1736 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Rogers acknowledged his deed for land to Parker Savage. Elizabeth Rogers (wife of Isaac) relinquished her right of dower.4 |
Citations
- [S2203] Vernon L. Skinner Jr. & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 20, p. 215 (Rodgers/Rogers Family-1).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 59 (will of Peter Rogers, wife Sisela).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S973] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1731-1736, Volume 16, p. 314 (3 Aug 1736 Court).
William (20) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1712, d. before 1734
| Birth* | circa 1712 | William was born circa 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Uncle's* | 27 October 1722 | William was named in his uncle's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.2 |
| Death* | before 1734 | William died before 1734.1 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
Thomas (21) Bagwell1
M, b. circa 1714, d. before 28 June 1764
| Birth* | circa 1714 | Thomas was born circa 1714 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Uncle's* | 27 October 1722 | Thomas was named in his uncle's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 August 1734 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 12 August 1734 at Accomack Co, VA. He was named a son Thomas Bagwell in the will of Henry Bagwell and given land in Old Plantation Neck..3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 23 September 1738 | Thomas was named in his brother's will on 23 September 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Thomas Bagwell in the will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell..4 |
| Will - Sister's* | 2 October 1744 | Thomas was named in his sister's will on 2 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my brother Thomas Bagwell in the will of Patience Custis, who named Allen and Bagwell siblings..5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1756 | He married Patience (119) Nock, daughter of Benjamin Nock and Rose (67) Armey Trader, circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will* | before 28 June 1764 | Thomas made a will before 28 June 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. In his undated will Thomas Bagwell gave to eldest son Stephen Bagwell plantation were I live. To 2 youngest children John & Rose my silver & gold. Wife Patience. Friend Isaiah Bagwell Extr. Witt: John Wharton, Sarah Bagwell & Mark Metcalf.6 |
| Death* | before 28 June 1764 | Thomas died before 28 June 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..3,6 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 98 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 160 (will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Patience Custis naming Allen and Bagwell siblings).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 220 (will of Thomas Bagwell).
Tabitha (22) Bagwell1,2
F, b. circa 1716, d. before 10 November 1766
| Birth* | circa 1716 | Tabitha was born circa 1716 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Brother's* | 23 September 1738 | Tabitha was named in her brother's will on 23 September 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Tabitha Bagwell in the will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell..2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married William (of Edward) Custis, son of Edward Custis and Ann (-----), circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. William Custis of Edw'd and Tabitha Bagwell of Henry were married between 23 Sep 1738 and 2 Oct 1744..3 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Custis. |
| Will - Sister's* | 2 October 1744 | Tabitha was named in her sister's will on 2 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Tabitha Custis in the will of Patience Custis, who named Allen and Bagwell siblings..4 |
| Death* | before 10 November 1766 | She died before 10 November 1766 at Accomack Co, VA. She was evidently dec'd by this date as she was not named in her husband William Custis' will.5 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 160 (will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 98 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Patience Custis naming Allen and Bagwell siblings).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 229 (will of William Custis).
Ann (23) Bagwell1,2
F, b. circa 1718, d. before 2 December 1762
| Birth* | circa 1718 | Ann was born circa 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Brother's* | 23 September 1738 | Ann was named in her brother's will on 23 September 1738 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a sister Ann Bagwell in the will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell..2 |
| Will - Sister's* | 2 October 1744 | Ann was named in her sister's will on 2 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Ann Bagwell in the will of Patience Custis, who named Allen and Bagwell siblings..3 |
| Marriage | after 2 October 1744 | She married Solomon (of John) Chandler, son of John Chandler I and Margaret Fettaplace (Fettaplace?), after 2 October 1744 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Married Name | after 2 October 1744 | As of after 2 October 1744,her married name was Chandler. |
| Will - Husb's* | 30 September 1756 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 30 September 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Solomon Chandler gave Bridget Fitzgerrald, my daughter now the wife of David Fitzgerrald. To daughter Anne Chandler "the sum of Twenty Shillings which I justly owe her, it being a Legacy left her by my son Jacob Chandler" To son George. Daughter Comfort. Bal. of estate to my present wife Anne Chandler & my daughters Susannah, Anne, Comfort, Betty & Mary & sons William & George, to share equally. Son William & Present wife Anne Exrs. Witt: Samuel Midcalf, Jacob Phillips, Benjamin Phillips.5 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 24 December 1756 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 24 December 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. The will of Solomon Chandler was proved by Samuel Metcalf and Jacob Phillips. Executors: William Chandler and Ann Chandler (security: Joseph Winbrough and John Chandler). Appraisers: John Wharton, Ebon (sic) Bird, William Custis and Hathan Chandler (or three of them).6 |
| Will* | 15 August 1757 | Ann made a will on 15 August 1757 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Anne Chandler gave to Bridget Fitzgarald. To Susannah Fitsgarald. To Mary Kellam. To William Chandler. To Elizabeth Haly. To daughter Anne Chandler, Jr. To daughter Comfort Chandler. George, Anne & Comfort Chandler residual legatees. Son William Chandler Exr. Witt: Samuel Metcalf, Thomas Metcalf, Jacob Phillips.5 |
| Death* | before 2 December 1762 | She died before 2 December 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. The will of Anne Chandler was proved by Thomas Metcalf and Jacob Phillips. Executor William Chandler (security: Sebastian Cropper) was sworn. Appraisers: Thomas Metcalf, James Henry, William Custis and John Custis (son of William) (or any three).5,7 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 160 (will of Stephen Allen, mother Margaret Bagwell).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Patience Custis naming Allen and Bagwell siblings).
- [S2647] Mark C. Lewis, Mark Lewis Letters to James E. Mears (1937-1939).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 213 (will of Anne Chandler).
- [S2224] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1753-1763, Volume 19, p. 146 (24 Dec 1756 Court).
- [S2224] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1753-1763, Volume 19, p. 413 (2 Dec 1762 Court).
Elizabeth (-----)
F, b. circa 1670
| Birth* | circa 1670 | Elizabeth was born circa 1670. |
| Marriage* | circa 1695 | She married William Sterling circa 1695.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1695 | As of circa 1695,her married name was Sterling. |
| Marriage* | circa 1700 | She married Alexander (7) Bagwell, son of John (2) Bagwell and Ann (-----), circa 1700.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1700 | As of circa 1700,her married name was Bagwell. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
William Sterling
M, b. circa 1670, d. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1670 | William was born circa 1670. |
| Marriage* | circa 1695 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1695.1 |
| Death* | circa 1700 | William died circa 1700. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Naomy (of Thos of Alex I) Maddox1
F, b. circa 1680
| Birth* | circa 1680 | Naomy was born circa 1680 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1705 | She married Alexander (7) Bagwell, son of John (2) Bagwell and Ann (-----), circa 1705.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1705 | As of circa 1705,her married name was Bagwell. |
| Court - nam in petit* | 19 January 1713/14 | Naomy (of Thos of Alex I) Maddox was named in a petition that was recorded in court records on 19 January 1713/14 at Northampton Co, VA. Upon the petition of Mrs. Rebecca Maddux the court ordered that Mesrs Alexander Bagwell and Benjamin Johnson, as marrieing the daughters of Mr. Thomas Maddux dec'd, enter into bond with good security for that part of Mr. Thomas Maddux estate that belonged to their children between this and the next court.3 |
| Will - Husb's* | 27 October 1722 | Naomy was named in her husband's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.4 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 4 June 1723 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 4 June 1723 at Accomack Co, VA. Mr. Henry Bagwell presented a bond made to him and Naomie Bagwell (executors of Alexander Bagwell, deceased) by John Jacob, Edwd. Turner, Thomas Marshall and William Major. It was proved by the oaths of Thomas Johnson and Daniel Roger.5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1724 | She married Jacob (of Chas) Stockley, son of Charles (of John) Stockley (Yeoman) and (-----) (-----), circa 1724.1,6 |
| Married Name | circa 1724 | As of circa 1724,her married name was Stockley. |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 5 August 1725 | Naomy (of Thos of Alex I) Maddox was named in her husband's estate settlement on 5 August 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. Mr. Henry Bagwell (one of the executors of the will of Alexander Bagwell, deceased, of Northampton County) moved that there was part of Bagwell's estate in this county. It had belonged to Bagwell's widow Mary, who had recently married Jacob Stockly. Ordered that Capt Jno: Bagwell, Jno: Metcalfe, Edwd: Custis and Hen: Satchell (or any three of them) divide the estate.6 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 81 (death of William Smith, whose widow married Thomas Maddux).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 129 (19 Jan 1713/14 Court).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S829] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1719-1724, Volume 14, p. 140 (4 Jun 1723 Court).
- [S972] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1724-1731, Volume 15, p. 69 (5 Aug 1725 Court).
Rebecca (-----)
F, b. circa 1670, d. before 1716
| Birth* | circa 1670 | Rebecca was born circa 1670. |
| Married Name | after 29 March 1697 | As of after 29 March 1697,her married name was Maddox. |
| Marriage* | after 29 March 1697 | She married Thomas (of Alex I) Maddox, son of Alexander Maddox I and Elizabeth Johnson (Johnson?), after 29 March 1697 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Administrator* | 17 November 1713 | Rebecca was named as administrator of an estate on 17 November 1713 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Maddux was granted to Rebacco Maddux widow of the dec'd.2 |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 15 December 1713 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 15 December 1713 at Northampton Co, VA. At the request of Mrs. Rebecca Maddux the court appointed Mr. John & George Harmanson, Mr. R__ Andrews and Mr. William Nickholson or any two of them, sometime between now and the next court to go to the ___ of said Mrs. Maddux and divide the Negro Slaves ot Thomas Maddux dec'd into 3 equall parts as near as they can and Mrs. Rebecca Maddux, the widow, may make choice of one of the 3 parts of the said Negroes.3 |
| Est inventory submit* | 19 January 1713/14 | She submitted an inventory of an estate on 19 January 1713/14 at Northampton Co, VA. The inventory of the estate of Thomas Maddux dec'd was exhibited by the oath of his Admrx Rebacca Maddux and order to be recorded.4 |
| Court - nam in petit* | 19 January 1713/14 | She was named in a petition that was recorded in court records on 19 January 1713/14 at Northampton Co, VA. Upon the petition of Mrs. Rebecca Maddux the court ordered that Mesrs Alexander Bagwell and Benjamin Johnson, as marrieing the daughters of Mr. Thomas Maddux dec'd, enter into bond with good security for that part of Mr. Thomas Maddux estate that belonged to their children between this and the next court.5 |
| Court - namd in judg* | 18 May 1714 | She was named in a judgment on 18 May 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. Thomas Parramore proved his account against Rebecca Madux, admrx. of Thomas Madux dec'd for 896 lbs tobacco.6 |
| Marriage* | 17 November 1714 | She married Thomas James, son of David James and Joan (-----), on 17 November 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. Francis Wainhouse Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas James and Rebecca Maddux, widow of Thos Maddux. John Custis Mathews was a witness.7 |
| Married Name | 17 November 1714 | As of 17 November 1714,her married name was James. |
| Death* | before 1716 | Rebecca (-----) died before 1716 at Northampton Co, VA. |
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Thomas James b. c 1686, d. b 13 Nov 1726 |
| Marriage* | 17 November 1714 | Rebecca (-----) married Thomas James, son of David James and Joan (-----), on 17 November 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. Francis Wainhouse Jr. was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas James and Rebecca Maddux, widow of Thos Maddux. John Custis Mathews was a witness.7 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 196 (adm of Thomas Maddux to Rebacco Maddux widow of the dec'd).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 121 (15 Dec 1713 Court).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 127 (19 Jan 1713/14 Court).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 129 (19 Jan 1713/14 Court).
- [S2145] Dr. Howard Mackey & Candy McMahan Perry, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 15, 1710-1717, p. 144 (18 May 1714 Court).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Joseph (of Chas) Stockley1
M, b. circa 1686, d. before 27 December 1748
| Birth* | circa 1686 | Joseph was born circa 1686 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 6 May 1718 | Joseph was named in his father's will on 6 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Charles Stockly, Yeoman, gave to sons Joseph & Charles all my lands & plantation where I now live. To son Jacob land adjcent where I now live. Daughter Elizabeth. Wife Rebecca. Son in law William Mills personal property which was his mothers. Friend Sebastian Delastatius Ex'r. Richard Kittson & my Exr. to divide plantation Witt: Richard Kitson, Nathaniel Williams, Samuel Turner..1 |
| Court - name in stat* | 6 October 1725 | He was named in a statement that was recorded in court records on 6 October 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. Isaac Smith, who was one of the securities for the estate of Alexander Bagwell (of Northampton County, deceased), asked that Jacob Stockly give other security since the estate had moved into this county in his possession. Jacob presented Joseph Stockly (son of Cha: Stockly) and Jacob Litchfield as security, which was approved by the court. Jacob Stockly was to appear at the clerk's office to post a bond of £186 current money.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1732 | He married Rebecca (-----) circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will* | 15 October 1748 | He made a will on 15 October 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Jospeh Stockley gave to wife Rebecca Stockley 1/2 my personal estate during her life & then to her daughter Sarah Stockley. Wife to have use of my dwelling plantation during her life, & then to return to my brother Charles Stockley's first male heir, & for want of such heir to his daughter Ann Stockley. To grandaughter in law Leah Stockley. Cousin Sarah Stockley. Balance of personal estate to brother Charles Stockley. To Major Davis the plantation where he now lives. Brother Charles Stockley & Joseph Stockley, Clerk, Exrs. Witt: Samuel Burton, Joseph Stockley, Anne Mackemy. (NOTE: David Gladding-Vanderipe adds that the original will of Joseph Stockley also mentions giving a Bible, trunk and money in tobacco for is cousin (niece) Sarah Stockley to buy a foal.)3,4 |
| Death* | before 27 December 1748 | Joseph died before 27 December 1748 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Stockley heir at law to the testator cited to appear - Sheriff's return "not found within my Bailiwick".3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 60 (will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman, wife Rebecca).
- [S972] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1724-1731, Volume 15, p. 77 (6 Oct 1725 Court).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 151 (will of Joseph Stockley, wife Rebecca).
- [S3160] David Gladding-Vanderipe, The Gladding Family of Accomack Co, VA, Email to M.K. Miles dated 7 Oct 2021 adding that the will of Joseph Stockley also mentions giving a Bible, trunk and money in tobacco for is cousin (niece) Sarah Stockley to buy a foal.
Rebecca (24) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1706
| Birth* | circa 1706 | Rebecca was born circa 1706. |
| Will - Father's* | 27 October 1722 | Rebecca was named in her father's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
Sarah (25) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1708
| Birth* | circa 1708 | Sarah was born circa 1708 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 27 October 1722 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.2 |
| Guardian - chose* | 8 January 1722/23 | She chose a guardian on on 8 January 1722/23 at Northampton Co, VA. Sarah Bagwell came into court and chose Henry Turner to be her guardian. There is a line drawn thru Henry and over it is the name Eward. The next day it was recorded that there had been a mistake in the Christian name of Eward Turner in the bond given by him yesterday.3 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S2871] Northampton Co, VA, Order Bk 18, 1722-1929, p. 42 (8 Jan 1722/23 Court).
Anne (26) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1710
| Birth* | circa 1710 | Anne was born circa 1710 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 October 1722 | Anne was named in her father's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.2 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
Margaret (27) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1705
| Birth* | circa 1705 | Margaret was born circa 1705 at Accomack Co, VA. Margaret Bagwell was under 18 in 1722, implying she was born after 1704..2 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 October 1722 | Margaret was named in her father's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson.3 |
| Marriage* | 3 November 1724 | She married Arthur Roberts II, son of Arthur Roberts I and Joyce (of John, tailor) Smith, on 3 November 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Abel Upshur of Acc Co was the security on the M.L.B. of Arthur Roberts of Acc Co to Margaret Bagwell, a spinster daughter of Alex..2,4 |
| Married Name | 3 November 1724 | As of 3 November 1724,her married name was Roberts. |
| Will - Husb's* | 11 March 1747/48 | Margaret was named in her husband's will on 11 March 1747/48 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Arthur Roberts, merchant, gave to son Francis 40 A. in Accomack Co. on the westward part of my land, binding westerly on William Wyat, southerly on Francis Savage, and northerly on Argol Kellum. To my son Joachim 150 A. in Accomack on Matchopongo Creek bounded by Francis' 40 A. To my son Arthur all the remaining southernmost part of my said Accomack tract on Matchapongo Creek. To loving wife Margaret ns. Pompy and Ann, my sorrell horse "Hazard" and and black horse "Biard". To son Francis n. Tom and my shoemaker's and blacksmith's tools. To son Arthur n. boy Abram and my carpenter's, cooper's, and joiner's tools. To son Joachim £10. To my dau. Margaret Roberts n. girl Ann. To dau. Mary Roberts n. girl Jenny. To my dau. Rose Ann Roberts n. boy Will. To my dau. Ann Bagwell Roberts a chest of drawers with bears feet and £5. My friends Joachim Michael, John Roberts, Jonathan Tilney and Peter Dowty to appraise and div. estate. Wife and son Francis extrs. Witt: Joachim Michael, Levi Moor, Maddox Turner, Joseph Green, John Roberts.5 |
| Marriage | 29 December 1749 | She married Jacob Marshall, son of John Marshall and (-----) (-----), on 29 December 1749 at Northampton Co, VA. John Marshall was the security on the M.L.B. of Jacob Marshall of Worcester Co, MD and Margaret Roberts, widow..4 |
| Married Name | 29 December 1749 | As of 29 December 1749,her married name was Marshall. |
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Arthur Roberts II b. c 1696, d. b 12 Jul 1748 |
| Marriage* | 3 November 1724 | She married Arthur Roberts II, son of Arthur Roberts I and Joyce (of John, tailor) Smith, on 3 November 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Abel Upshur of Acc Co was the security on the M.L.B. of Arthur Roberts of Acc Co to Margaret Bagwell, a spinster daughter of Alex..2,4 |
| Children | 1. | Francis (79) Roberts+ b. c 1726, d. b 10 Jan 1769 |
| | 2. | Joachim (80) Roberts+ b. c 1728, d. b 28 Jun 1791 |
| | 3. | Arthur (81) Roberts III+ b. c 1730, d. b 24 Feb 1800 |
| | 4. | Margaret (82) Roberts+ b. c 1732, d. b 26 Oct 1795 |
| | 5. | Mary (83) Roberts b. c 1734 |
| | 6. | Rose Ann (84) Roberts b. c 1736 |
| | 7. | Anne Bagwell (85) Roberts b. c 1738 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 98 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 323 (will of Arthur Roberts).
Mary (28) Bagwell1
F, b. circa 1714
| Birth* | circa 1714 | Mary was born circa 1714 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 27 October 1722 | Mary was named in her father's will on 27 October 1722 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Alexander Bagwell gave to wife Neomy all her part of the estate which I possessed with her when I married her. To wife during her widowhood my plantation at Matomkin in Accomack Co., my part of the water mill in Accomack and the half of the 224 A. of marsh lying at the mouth of Guilford Creek which is now between my brother Hil(lost) Bagwell and me, and after her widowhood to my dau. Mary when 18, and for want of her heirs to my eldest grandson when 18. To wife n. woman Judy, and her child to my dau., but if my dau. Mary dies under 18 then the n. to be eq. div. by the rest of my children. To my cozen William Bagwell son of Henry my whole right to 160 A. in Old Plantation Neck bounded by (Capt.) Graves northern line, and for want of his heirs to his brother Thomas. To my son-in-law Nathaniel Maddux. To each of my three daus. Rebeccah, Sarah and Anne a silver spoon. To my dau. Mary Bagwell. Remaining estate to my wife and my daus. Margaret and Mary. To my brother Henry silver shoe buckles. Dau. Margaret to be of age at 18. Wife and my brother Henry extrs. Witt: Thomas Johnson, John Bryant, Obedience Johnson..1,2 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 5 January 1725/26 | She was named in the settlement of her father's estate on 5 January 1725/26 at Accomack Co, VA. Jacob Stockly had been ordered to post bond for the estate of Mary Bagwell, daughter of Alexander Bagwell, deceased. Mr. Henry Bagwell (one of the executors of Alexander) informed the court that Stockly had not complied. Ordered that the sheriff summon Stockly to appear at the next court to show why he had not complied.3 |
| Anecdote* | 30 September 1742 | She gave a receipt for her estate to Joseph Stockley on 30 Sep 1742 and sold land she inherited from her father by General Court deed in Oct 1742.1 |
| Land sold* | after October 1742 | She sold land after October 1742 at tract A69, Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that George Douglas sold part of this tract to John Smith it being the land he had bought from Mary Smith by a General Court deed.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1752 | She married William Robinson (135) Smith, son of Col. John (of George) Smith and Elizabeth (31) Robinson, circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.1,4 |
| Married Name | circa 1752 | As of circa 1752,her married name was Smith. |
| Land Division of* | 1765 | Mary (28) Bagwell was named in a division of land in 1765 at tract A69, S-E of Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. In 1722 Alexander (7) Bagwell (a brother of Henry (6) Bagwell), wife Neomy, left his part of this tract to his daughter Mary (28) Bagwell and in 1742 George Douglas sold this part to John Smith, saying it was the land he bought from Mary Smith. In 1753 John & Susanna Smith made a deed of gift to his brother William Robinson Smith for this land along with some from tract A70. In 1760 William R. Smith, wife Mary, left his land to his daughter Elizabeth. The widow Mary Robinson Smith married Fairfax Smith and 5 years later Fairfax as guardian for young Elizabeth, sued for division of her land from that belonging to her cousins Spencer and Charles Bagwell. The line was run the next year, beginning at the point in the middle at the end of the neck and extending westward to the west bounds of the tract, with the north half formally awareded to Elizabeth. She later married Thomas Custis.5 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 242 (will of Alexander Bagwell, wife Neomy).
- [S972] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1724-1731, Volume 15, p. 91 (5 Jan 1725/26 Court).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 887 (tract A69).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 887 (tract A69).
William Robinson (135) Smith1,2
M, b. 30 May 1730, d. 17 December 1759
| Birth* | 30 May 1730 | William was born on 30 May 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. Walczyk showed he was born 30 May 1730..3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1752 | He married Mary (28) Bagwell, daughter of Alexander (7) Bagwell and Naomy (of Thos of Alex I) Maddox, circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.4,5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1756 | He married Mary Robinson (161) Wise, daughter of Maj. John (39) Wise (III) and Scarburgh (32) Robinson, circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.4 |
| Will* | 14 December 1759 | He made a will on 14 December 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. My present wife Mary Robinson Smith to have use of my plantation, being 350 acres & personal estate to bring up my child or children. Should she marry I give my Plantation where I live to my unborn child, if a boy, & if a girl I give my said plantation to my present daughter Elizabeth Smith. To unborn child, if a girl, my house & lot in Onancock Town, if a boy my said house & lot to my daughter Elizabeth. So much money to be saved will pay for a gravestone for myself & my mother. Brother John Smith & wife Mary Exrs. Witt: John Spendelow, Susanna Wise, Sophia Bagwell..4,6 |
| Death* | 17 December 1759 | William died on 17 December 1759 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 29.4,7 |
| Burial | | William was buried at Poulson Cemetery (or Cokesbury), north of Onancock, Accomack Co, VA. The tombstone book shows him as William Robinson Smith, son of Jno & Eliz R., 30 May 1730 - 17 Dec 1759, age: 29/6/0.8 |
| Probate* | 30 January 1760 | William's will was probated on 30 January 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. John Wise was appointed guardian to Elizabeth Smith, infant heir at law to the testator..4,9 |
| Land Division of* | 1765 | He was named in a division of land in 1765 at tract A69, S-E of Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. In 1722 Alexander (7) Bagwell (a brother of Henry (6) Bagwell), wife Neomy, left his part of this tract to his daughter Mary (28) Bagwell and in 1742 George Douglas sold this part to John Smith, saying it was the land he bought from Mary Smith. In 1753 John & Susanna Smith made a deed of gift to his brother William Robinson Smith for this land along with some from tract A70. In 1760 William R. Smith, wife Mary, left his land to his daughter Elizabeth. The widow Mary Robinson Smith married Fairfax Smith and 5 years later Fairfax as guardian for young Elizabeth, sued for division of her land from that belonging to her cousins Spencer and Charles Bagwell. The line was run the next year, beginning at the point in the middle at the end of the neck and extending westward to the west bounds of the tract, with the north half formally awareded to Elizabeth. She later married Thomas Custis.10 |
| Land cause* | 26 March 1765 | He was named in a land cause on 26 March 1765 at tract A69, S-E of Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. Robinson Smith, who claimed under Alexander Bagwell, late of the said County, dec., and the said Spencer & Charles, descendants of Henry Bagwell, late also of the said county, dec., together and undivided hold a certain tract of land containing 500 acres to be divided one moiety thereof to the said Elizabeth Smith and the other moiety to the said Spencer & Charles &c.11 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 519 (Anthony West Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 73 (will of Col. Tully Robinson, wife no name).
- [S963] Gail Marie Walczyk, Genealogy Research Files, Smith family Bible record, 1677-1759, Archives and Manuscripts Room; 32809 MBRC 29; Library of Virginia.
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 887 (tract A69).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 197 (will of William Robinson Smith, wife Mary Robinson Smith).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 539 (Anthony West Family).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 197 (will of William Robinson Smith, present wife Mary).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 887 (tract A69).
- [S571] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Land Causes, 1728-1825, p. 23 (Elizabeth Smith, infant, by Fairfaix Smith her next friend (guardian) vs. Spencer Bagwell & Charles Bagwell).
Mary Robinson (161) Wise1,2
F, b. 19 February 1730/31
| Birth* | 19 February 1730/31 | Mary was born on 19 February 1730/31 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Mary Robinson Wise, daughter of John Wise and Scarburgh his wife, born 19th February, A.D. 1730. AP&P shows 19 Feb 1731..3,4,5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1756 | She married William Robinson (135) Smith, son of Col. John (of George) Smith and Elizabeth (31) Robinson, circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA.6 |
| Married Name | circa 1756 | As of circa 1756,her married name was Smith. |
| Will - Husb's | 14 December 1759 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 14 December 1759 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will William Robinson Smith, present wife Mary Robinson Smith, named my present daughter Elizabeth Smith and an unborn child & a brother John Smith.7 |
| Marriage* | circa 1760 | She married Fairfax Smith, son of John (h/o Keziah) Smith and Kesiah Fairfax (Fairfax?), circa 1760 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Land Division of* | 1765 | Mary Robinson (161) Wise was named in a division of land in 1765 at tract A69, S-E of Accomac, Accomack Co, VA. In 1722 Alexander (7) Bagwell (a brother of Henry (6) Bagwell), wife Neomy, left his part of this tract to his daughter Mary (28) Bagwell and in 1742 George Douglas sold this part to John Smith, saying it was the land he bought from Mary Smith. In 1753 John & Susanna Smith made a deed of gift to his brother William Robinson Smith for this land along with some from tract A70. In 1760 William R. Smith, wife Mary, left his land to his daughter Elizabeth. The widow Mary Robinson Smith married Fairfax Smith and 5 years later Fairfax as guardian for young Elizabeth, sued for division of her land from that belonging to her cousins Spencer and Charles Bagwell. The line was run the next year, beginning at the point in the middle at the end of the neck and extending westward to the west bounds of the tract, with the north half formally awareded to Elizabeth. She later married Thomas Custis.8 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 August 1767 | Mary was named in her father's will on 5 August 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Smith in the will of John Wise, wife Scarburgh..2 |
| Will - Husb's* | 1 December 1770 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 1 December 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Mary Robinson Smith in the will of Farifax Smith..9 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 521 (Anthony West Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 237 (will of John Wise, wife Scarburgh).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 546 (Anthony West Family).
- [S1001] Thomas Teackle Upshur, Genealogies of the Kingdom of Accomack, 5 pages of Custis, Wise & Pitts family data were found loose between pages 214 & 215 in Vol 1, Box 10 by E. Spencer Wise on 15 April 1986 and placed in his Wise family folder at the E.S.P.L.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Vol. 4, pp 96-101 (Pitts - Custis Bible, printed by Thomas Dobson at the Stone House No. 41, South Second Street, Philadelphia, 1799. Copied 1980 by Robert A. Pitts, 215 Woodland Drive, State College, PA 16801 and typed by Lila H. Schmidt for this compilation in Feb. 1981).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 197 (will of William Robinson Smith, present wife Mary Robinson Smith).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 887 (tract A69).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 255 (will of Farifax Smith, wife Mary Robinson Smith).
Thomas Mills1
M, b. circa 1662, d. March 1709
| Birth* | circa 1662 | Thomas was born circa 1662. He deposed on 30 Dec 1680 that he was age 18..2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1690 | He married Rebecca (8) Bagwell, daughter of John (2) Bagwell and Ann (-----), circa 1690.2 |
| Will* | 17 February 1709 | He made a will on 17 February 1709 at Accomack Co, VA. He named a wife, brother (brother-in-law) Alexander Bagwell and children..2 |
| Death* | March 1709 | Thomas died in March 1709.2 |
| Probate* | 5 April 1709 | Thomas's will was probated on 5 April 1709 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1118 (tract A114).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Charles (of John) Stockley (Yeoman)1,2,3
M, b. circa 1666, d. before 5 May 1719
| Birth* | circa 1666 | Charles was born circa 1666 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Anecdote* | 3 February 1671 | He would have been under age 18 on 3 Feb 1670/71 when his father John Stockly, wife Elizabeth, wrote his will.4,1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1686 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1686. |
| Land sold* | 1690 | Charles sold land in 1690 at Accomack Co, VA. It was in this year that Charles sold his share of tract A140 to his brother Francis and the next year he resold to his brother John. In 1691 Joseph sold his share of tract A140 to his brother John, and he and his wife Mary resold the whole as 728 acres to Thomas Budd. In 1698 Thomas and Joan Budd sold the south half to John Bradford and in 1705 Budd alone sold the balance to Richard Price..5 |
| Marriage* | before 16 June 1696 | He married Mary Scarburgh (Scarburgh?) before 16 June 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. On 16 Jun 1696 when Nathaniel Tunnill's will was probated, his widow Mary was the now wife of Charles Stockley..6 |
| Will - Mother's* | 17 June 1697 | Charles was named in his mother's will on 17 June 1697 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Charles Stockly in the will of Elizabeth Stratton..3 |
| Anecdote | 9 February 1699 | On 9 Feb 1698/99 Charles Stockley came and alleged that because his mother Elizabeth Stratton was blind, she was unable to attend her action and had retained Mr. Henry Custis as her attorney. Since Custis' wife was dangerously ill, he could not be present. The case was referred to next court.7 |
| Marriage* | circa 1710 | He married Rebecca (8) Bagwell, daughter of John (2) Bagwell and Ann (-----), circa 1710.8,9 |
| Will* | 6 May 1718 | He made a will on 6 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Charles Stockly, Yeoman, gave to sons Joseph & Charles all my lands & plantation where I now live. To son Jacob land adjcent where I now live. Daughter Elizabeth. Wife Rebecca. Son in law William Mills personal property which was his mothers. Friend Sebastian Delastatius Ex'r. Richard Kittson & my Exr. to divide plantation Witt: Richard Kitson, Nathaniel Williams, Samuel Turner..8,9 |
| Death* | before 5 May 1719 | Charles died before 5 May 1719 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..8,9 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1225 (tract A140).
- [S703] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1690-1697, Volume 8, p. 50.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 37 (will of Elizabeth Stratton).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 5 (will of John Stockly, wife Elizabeth).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1227 (tract A140).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 27 (will of Nathaniel Tunnill).
- [S704] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1697-1703, Volume 9, p. 50.
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 60 (will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman, wife Rebecca).
Edmond (29) Mills1
M, b. circa 1692
| Birth* | circa 1692 | Edmond was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Thomas (30) Mills1
M, b. circa 1694
| Birth* | circa 1694 | Thomas was born circa 1694 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Alexander (31) Mills1
M, b. circa 1696
| Birth* | circa 1696 | Alexander was born circa 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Elizabeth (32) Mills1
F, b. circa 1698
| Birth* | circa 1698 | Elizabeth was born circa 1698 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
Ann (33) Mills1
F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Ann was born circa 1700 at Accomack Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
William (34) Mills1
M, b. circa 1702, d. before 8 May 1750
| Birth* | circa 1702 | William was born circa 1702 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Heir - named as* | 6 May 1718 | William was named as an heir on 6 May 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son-in-law (meaning step-son) in the will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman, wife Rebecca..2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1730 | He married Ann (-----) circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage Named in* | 24 March 1749 | William (34) Mills was named as a parent in a marriage record on 24 March 1749 at Northampton Co, VA. John Flood was security on the M.L.B. of Moses Cox of Norfolk Co and Jeaca Mills daughter of Wm Mills who gave consent. Michael Nottingham & Wm Scott & Sarah Scott witnesses.4 |
| Will* | 3 April 1750 | William made a will on 3 April 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Mills gave to my son Thomas the plantation whereon I now live. To my son Edmund n. boy Immanuell. To my dau. Ieaca Cocks. To loving wife Ann the use of all my estate not before given during her widowhood and then to be div. by my three children. Wife and friend William Scott extrs. Witt: William Scott, John Wilkins, Hancock Custis. Codicil - Negro man Harry to be sold.5 |
| Death* | before 8 May 1750 | William died before 8 May 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..3,5 |
| Admin of estate* | 12 February 1755 | Administration of William estate was filed on 12 February 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of William Mills was granted to Moses Cox, the dec'd's estate having been unadministered by his Extr. Appraisers: Benjamin Scot, John Respess, Thomas Hunt & Benjamin Stratton Jr.6 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 93 (Bagwell Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 60 (will of Charles Stockly, Yeoman, wife Rebecca).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 99 (Bagwell Family).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 326 (will of William Mills, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 381 (adm of William Mills to Moses Cox).
Elizabeth Eyre1,2
F, b. circa 1675
| Birth* | circa 1675 | Elizabeth was born circa 1675 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1696 | As of circa 1696,her married name was Bagwell. |
| Marriage* | circa 1696 | She married Thomas (9) Bagwell, son of Thomas (4) Bagwell and Ann Stockley, circa 1696.1 |
| Land sold* | 1701 | Elizabeth Eyre sold land in 1701 at tract A64, between Onley & Melfa, east of Rt 13, Accomack Co, VA. Thomas & Elizabeth Bagwell sold the east half to William Phillips and five years later, the west half to Peter Burnley.3 |
| Will - Husb's* | 15 August 1712 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 15 August 1712 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Bagwell gave son Thomas plantation where I now live containing 165 acres. To son John my part of Cedar Island. Wife & 5 daughters Elizabeth, Susanna, Ann, Comfort & Sara residual legatees. Sons under 18 - Daus. under 16 - Wife (no name) Exec. Brother John Bagwell & cousin Henry Bagwell trustees. Witt: Sarah Metcalf, John Metcalf, James Davis.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1713 | She married Francis Stockley (III), son of Francis Stockley (II) and Sarah Webb (Webb?), circa 1713.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1713 | As of circa 1713,her married name was Stockley. |
| Will - Father's* | 21 April 1719 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 21 April 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Elizabeth Stoackley in the will of John Eyre, son-in-law Samuel Burton.5 |
Citations
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 94 (Bagwell Family).
- [S724] Robert Irving Upshur & Thomas Teackel Upshur IV, Upshur Family in Virginia, 2nd Edition, p. 248.
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 849 (tract A64).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 48 (will of Thomas Bagwell, wife no name).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 224 (will of John Eyre, son-in-law Samuel Burton).
John Eyre1
M, b. circa 1648, d. before 21 July 1719
| Birth* | circa 1648 | John was born circa 1648 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 November 1657 | John was named in his father's will on 18 November 1657 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as eldest son John Eires (under 18) in the will of Thomas Eires, chirnrgion, wife Susanna.2 |
| Deed of Gift - Rec'd* | 28 January 1662/63 | He received by deed of gift on 28 January 1662/63 at Northampton Co, VA. Daniel Baker gave a mare filly that my brother (meaning brother-in-law) Wm. Kendall assigned to me to John, Thomas & Daniel Eyres to go in a joint stock for them and if either of them die before age 21 the survivors to enjoy. An equal division is to be made when John Eyres comes to age 21 and I make my sister Susanna Kendall in trust and authorize Wm. Kendall as my attorney to acknowledge said gift in open court.3 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 13 April 1667 | John was named in his uncle's will on 13 April 1667 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my kinsman (meaning nephew) John Eyre in the will of Daniel Baker, brother of Susanna Kendall.4 |
| Land inherited* | 27 August 1668 | He inherited land on 27 August 1668 at Golden Quarter, N'hamp Co, VA. Whereas I, Lt. Col. William Kendall, am possessed of 1,500 acres of land at Maggity Bay in N'hamp Co, which is known as Golden Quarter, I acknowledge that my possession is only in right of John Eyre, Thomas Eyre & Daniel Eyre sons of Mr. Thomas Eyre dec'd, to whom the land belonged. I released all my rights in this land to them, except my rights as their guardian, until they attain lawful age. The eldest to have his part and the other two proportionally each of them as they attain lawfull age. Witt: William Waters, Wil: Jones, William Andrewes, Thomas Rideinge & John Michaell Senr.5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1669 | He married Elizabeth Tilney, daughter of Col. John Tilney I and Anne Smith, circa 1669.6 |
| Jury duty* | December 1670 | John Eyre served on a jury in December 1670 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Jno Eyre on a jury whose forman was Francis Pigott to judge the case of the death of Jonas Dickson, Luke Geldinge & Howell James who were killed by the weight of the earth fallen into a well.7 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 29 October 1685 | John was named in his father-in-law's will on 29 October 1685 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law (meaning step-son) John Eyre in the will of William Kendall Sr., merchant, wife Sarah.8
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| Will - Brother's | 31 December 1690 | John was named in his brother's will on 31 December 1690 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my brother John Eyre in the will of Daniel Eyre, wife Anne.9 |
| Will - Brother's* | 23 January 1714 | John was named in his brother's will on 23 January 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother John Eyre in the will of Thomas Eyre. He also named a cousin (meaning nephew) Daniell Eyre, who were to oversee..10 |
| Will* | 21 April 1719 | John made a will on 21 April 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. To my grandson John Burton my 534 A. plantation on the sea side, but my dau. Elizabeth Stoackly to have her life in it. To son in law Samuel Burton my bay side plantation during my dau. Elizabeth Stoackley's life and then to my grandson John Bagwell. To dau. Elizabeth Stoackley n. woman Anniday, n. men Sambo and Frank, my girl Sarah and n. boys Benjamin and George during her life and then to my grandson John Bagwell. To my grandson John Burton silver saltseller and silver cup with a foot to it. To my cousin Daniel Eyres all my right to 533 A. whereon his mother now lives. To my grandson John Burton n. woman Bottey, girls Grace and Ester, and boy James, and my son in law Samuel Burton to have the use of them until John is of age. The remainder of my personal estate to my dau. Elizabeth Stoackley, her husband having nothing to do with anything I have given her. My grandson John Bagwell to let his brother Thomas have n. man Daniel given him by his father, else the plantation and ns. I have given him after his mother's decease to go to his brother Thomas Bagwell. My cousin Thomas Eyre extr. Witt: Thomas Moor, Michaell Dixon, Thomas Freshwater.11 |
| Death* | before 21 July 1719 | John died before 21 July 1719 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated. The will appointed extr. being dec'd, Francis Stoackley and Elizabeth his wife, the dau. of John Eyre dec'd, qualified.
.12,11 |
Citations
- [S724] Robert Irving Upshur & Thomas Teackel Upshur IV, Upshur Family in Virginia, 2nd Edition, p. 249.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 49 (will of Thomas Eires, chirnrgion, wife Susanna).
- [S2137] Dr. Howard Mackey and Marlene A. Groves, Northampton County, Virginia, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 07, 1657-1666, p. 207.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 90 (will of Daniel Baker, brother of Susanna Kendall).
- [S2136] Dr. Howard Mackey and Marlene A. Groves, Northampton County, Virginia, Record Book, Deeds, Wills &c, Volume 06 & 7-8, 1655-1657(sic) 1668, p. 280.
- [S724] Robert Irving Upshur & Thomas Teackel Upshur IV, Upshur Family in Virginia, 2nd Edition.
- [S974] Dr. Howard Mackey & Marlene A. Groves, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Court Cases, Volume 09, 1664-1674, p. 267.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 126 (will of William Kendall Sr., merchant, wife Sarah).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 144 (will of Daniel Eyre, wife Anne).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 206 (will of Thomas Eyre).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 224 (will of John Eyre, son-in-law Samuel Burton).
- [S724] Robert Irving Upshur & Thomas Teackel Upshur IV, Upshur Family in Virginia, 2nd Edition, p. 177.
