William (58) Thorowgood1
M, b. circa 1694
| Birth* | circa 1694 | William was born circa 1694 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Will - GrFath's* | 16 April 1695 | William was named in his grandfather's will on 16 April 1695 at Princess Anne Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson William Thorowgood in the will of William Robinson, son Tully..2 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 335 (Thorowgood Family).
- [S1009] Henrietta Dawson (Ayres) Sheppard, Ayres - Dawson and Allied Families, Volume 2, Recording the ancestry of Richard Johnson Ayres Jr. of Accomack County, Virginia and of his wife Elizabeth Hack Dawson of Loudoun County, Virginia, p. 44 (Robinson Family).
Elizabeth (59) Thorowgood1
F, b. circa 1698
| Birth* | circa 1698 | Elizabeth was born circa 1698 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 335 (Thorowgood Family).
(child_of_ Argall) (60) Thorowgood1
?, b. after 25 November 1699
| Birth* | after 25 November 1699 | (child_of_ was born after 25 November 1699 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 335 (Thorowgood Family).
Susanna (85) Sandford
F, b. circa 1688, d. before 16 January 1749/50
| Birth* | circa 1688 | Susanna was born circa 1688 at Princess Anne Co, VA.3,1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1705 | She married Argall (57) Thorowgood, son of Argall (13) Thorowgood and Pembroke Fowler, circa 1705 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1705 | As of circa 1705,her married name was Thorowgood. |
| Will - Uncle's* | 27 March 1711 | Susanna was named in her uncle's will on 27 March 1711 at Princess Anne Co, VA. It was on this date that Samuel Sandford, sometime of Accomack County, Virginia, but now living in the City of London, named Susanna Sandford, daughter of my brother John Sandford, sometime of Princess Ann County, Virginia. He also named another of his daughters as Mary.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | She married Capt. William Cheshire circa 1720.4 |
| Married Name | circa 1720 | As of circa 1720,her married name was Cheshire. |
| Will* | 30 May 1746 | Susanna made a will on 30 May 1746 at Princess Anne Co, VA.5 |
| Death* | before 16 January 1749/50 | Susanna died before 16 January 1749/50 at Princess Anne Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..5 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 684 (Woodhouse Family).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 681 (Woodhouse Family).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 46 (will of Samuel Sandford).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 695 (Woodhouse Family).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 344 (Thorowgood Family) & p. 695 (Woodhouse Family).
Mary (-----)
F, b. circa 1715
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 382 (Thorowgood Family).
Margaret (187) Keeling
F, b. circa 1720
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 382 (Thorowgood Family).
Thomas Hunter
M, b. circa 1720
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Mary Ann (194) Thorowgood1
F, b. circa 1714
| Birth* | circa 1714 | Mary was born circa 1714 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 344 (Thorowgood Family).
Pembroke (195) Thorowgood1
F, b. circa 1716
| Birth* | circa 1716 | Pembroke was born circa 1716 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 344 (Thorowgood Family).
Neil (270) Jamieson
M, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Margaret Singleton1
F, b. circa 1780
| Birth* | circa 1780 | Margaret was born circa 1780. |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married Thomas Wishart Jr. circa 1795.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Wishart. |
| Marriage* | 30 November 1802 | She married Mitchell (512) Thorowgood, son of John (193) Thorowgood and Margaret Scarburgh, on 30 November 1802 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 30 November 1802 | As of 30 November 1802,her married name was Thorowgood. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Peter Singleton
M, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Peter was born circa 1750. |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | He married Margaret (89) Sayer circa 1775. |
Margaret (89) Sayer
F, b. circa 1750
| Biography* | | See Gookin Family. |
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Margaret was born circa 1750. |
| Marriage* | circa 1775 | She married Peter Singleton circa 1775. |
| Married Name | circa 1775 | As of circa 1775,her married name was Singleton. |
Thomas Wishart Jr.
M, b. circa 1775, d. before 30 November 1802
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Thomas Kemp
M, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 384 (Thorowgood Family).
Robert (510) Thorowgood1
M, b. 1 January 1754, d. October 1759
| Birth* | 1 January 1754 | Robert was born on 1 January 1754 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | October 1759 | Robert died in October 1759 at Princess Anne Co, VA, at age 5.1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
William (508) Thorowgood1
M, b. circa 1747, d. before 7 January 1799
| Birth* | circa 1747 | William was born circa 1747 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Anecdote* | 10 August 1763 | On 10 Aug 1763 in Princess Anne Co, VA, William and his brother Argall Thorowgood chose William Keeling as their guardian. They were evidently between the ages of 14 and 21.1 |
| Marriage* | 6 April 1767 | He married Jacamine Harper on 6 April 1767 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage | 13 December 1786 | He married Elizabeth Smith on 13 December 1786 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | before 7 January 1799 | William died before 7 January 1799 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Jacamine Harper
F, b. circa 1745, d. before 11 May 1786
| Birth* | circa 1745 | Jacamine was born circa 1745. |
| Marriage* | 6 April 1767 | She married William (508) Thorowgood, son of John (193) Thorowgood and Margaret (187) Keeling, on 6 April 1767 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 6 April 1767 | As of 6 April 1767,her married name was Thorowgood. |
| Death* | before 11 May 1786 | Jacamine died before 11 May 1786 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Elizabeth Smith
F, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Argall (509) Thorowgood1
M, b. circa 1749
| Birth* | circa 1749 | Argall was born circa 1749 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Anecdote* | 10 August 1763 | On 10 Aug 1763 in Princess Anne Co, VA, Argall Thorowgood was apprenticed to William Keeling to learn navigation.1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
John (506) Thorowgood1
M, b. 1738, d. 1803
| Birth* | 1738 | John was born in 1738 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | before 2 May 1768 | He married Patience Wainhouse, daughter of Francis Wainhouse (III) and Bridget (of Obedience) Johnson, before 2 May 1768 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage | 12 November 1771 | He married Frances Haynes on 12 November 1771 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Will* | 30 December 1800 | John made a will on 30 December 1800 at Princess Anne Co, VA. His will was probated on 4 Apr 1803.1 |
| Death* | 1803 | John died in 1803 at Princess Anne Co, VA. He died in his 65th year..1 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Patience Wainhouse1
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Patience was born circa 1740 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 28 January 1760 | Patience was named in her father's will on 28 January 1760 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Patience in the will of Francis Wainhouse, wife Bridget..1 |
| Marriage* | before 2 May 1768 | She married John (506) Thorowgood, son of John (193) Thorowgood and Mary (-----), before 2 May 1768 at Princess Anne Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | before 2 May 1768 | As of before 2 May 1768,her married name was Thorowgood. |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 197 (will of Franics Wainhouse, wife Bridget).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Frances Haynes
F, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Frances was born circa 1750. |
| Marriage* | 12 November 1771 | She married John (506) Thorowgood, son of John (193) Thorowgood and Mary (-----), on 12 November 1771 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 12 November 1771 | As of 12 November 1771,her married name was Thorowgood. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Peggy (507) Thorowgood1
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Peggy was born circa 1740 at Princess Anne Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | 18 December 1762 | She married Thomas Hunter Jr. on 18 December 1762 at Princess Anne Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | 18 December 1762 | As of 18 December 1762,her married name was Hunter. |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Thomas Hunter Jr.
M, b. circa 1740
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 383 (Thorowgood Family).
Capt. Robert (17) Thorowgood1
M, b. circa 1669
| Birth* | circa 1669 | Robert was born circa 1669 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 330 (Thorowgood Family).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 336 (Thorowgood Family).
Rose (18) Thorowgood1
F, b. circa 1672
| Birth* | circa 1672 | Rose was born circa 1672 at Lower Norfolk Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 330 (Thorowgood Family).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 336 (Thorowgood Family).
Elizabeth Gelding1
F, b. circa 1649
| Birth* | circa 1649 | Elizabeth was born circa 1649 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Eliz Griffith, wife of Jerom, age 46 in Nov 1695, which puts her birth at 1649..2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1680 | She married Jerom Griffith Sr. circa 1680.3 |
| Married Name | circa 1680 | As of circa 1680,her married name was Griffith. |
| Will - Father's* | 11 November 1684 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 11 November 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my eldest daughter Elizabeth Griffin in the will of William Gelding Sr.4 |
| Will - Mother's* | 9 April 1698 | Elizabeth was named in her mother's will on 9 April 1698 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Elizabeth, the wife of Jerom Griffith, in the will of Elizabeth 'E' Gelding, widow & extrx. of William Gelding Sr..5 |
| Will - Husb's* | 14 March 1708 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 14 March 1708 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Elizabeth in the will of Jerom Griffeth Sr..6 |
| Will - Son's* | 27 February 1716/17 | Elizabeth was named in her son's will on 27 February 1716/17 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as only my mother in the will of James Griffeth. His daughter Martha was to stay with his mother.7 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 162 (will of Elizabeth Gelding, widow & extr of William Gelding Sr.).
- [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. 41.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding Sr.) & p. 162 (will of Elizabeth Gelding, widow & extrx. of William Gelding Sr.).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding, wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 162 (will of Elizabeth Gelding, widow & extrx. of William Gelding Sr.).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 178 (will of Jerom Griffeth Sr., wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 224 (will of James Griffeth).
William Gelding (Constable) Sr.1
M, b. circa 1625, d. before 28 March 1688
| Birth* | circa 1625 | William was born circa 1625. |
| Marriage* | circa 1644 | He married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1644 at Northampton Co, VA.2,3 |
| Tithable list* | 1664 | William Gelding (Constable) Sr. was on the list of tithables at Northampton Co, VA, in 1664. The list showed Wm. Gelding, Constable, and Luke Gelding listed below him.1 |
| Tithable list | 1665 | He was on the list of tithables at Northampton Co, VA, in 1665. The list showed Will: Geldinge and Luke Geldinge listed below him for a total of 2 tithes.4 |
| Tithable list | 1667 | He was on the list of tithables at Northampton Co, VA, in 1667. The list showed Wm. Geldinge, Luke Geldinge & Charles Geldinge for a total of 3 tithes.3 |
| Tithable list | 1668 | He was on the list of tithables at Northampton Co, VA, in 1668. The list showed Will Geldinge, Charles Geldinge & Luke Charles Geldinge for a total of 3 tithes.3 |
| Jury duty* | 1 March 1668/69 | He served on a jury on 1 March 1668/69 at Northampton Co, VA. The list of 12 jurors included Mr. William Geldinge, Mr. Luke Geldinge and Mr. Argoll Yardley.5 |
| Will* | 11 November 1684 | William made a will on 11 November 1684 at Northampton Co, VA. Being anchient and lame. I confirm my deed of gift for 200 A. to my son Charles Gelding. To my other son William Gelding the remaining half of my land it being the part where I now live. To my eldest dau. Elizabeth Griffin 100#t. To dau. Katherine Moore 100#t. To my dau. Danirus Pike 100#t. To my dau. Ellenor Moore 100#t. My loving wife Elizabeth Gelding resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: Thomas (TC) Coffin, William Howard, John Burroughes.6 |
| Death* | before 28 March 1688 | William died before 28 March 1688 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated..6 |
Citations
- [S2105] Dr. Howard Mackey and Marlene A. Groves, Northampton County, Virginia, Record Book, Court Cases, Volume 08, 1657-1664, p. 357 (1664 tithable list).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding Sr.) & p. 162 (will of Elizabeth Gelding, widow & extr of William Gelding Sr.).
- [S3184] Ray Griffin, Gelding Family, Draft Update, 1 April 2022.
- [S974] Dr. Howard Mackey & Marlene A. Groves, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Court Cases, Volume 09, 1664-1674, p. 51 (1665 tithable list).
- [S974] Dr. Howard Mackey & Marlene A. Groves, Northampton Co, VA, Record Book, Court Cases, Volume 09, 1664-1674, p. 185 (jury duty).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding, wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding Sr.).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 132 (will of William Gelding Sr., wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 162 (will of Elizabeth Gelding, widow & extr of William Gelding Sr.).
Elizabeth (2) Yeardley1
F, b. 1619
| Birth* | 1619 | Elizabeth was born in 1619 at Virginia.1,2 |
| Muster* | 24 January 1624/25 | Elizabeth was listed in the Muster of 24 January 1624/25 at James City, Virginia. She was shown as Elizabeth Yearlley, aged 6 and born here, in Sir George Yearlley's Muster.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 12 October 1627 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 12 October 1627 at Jamestown, VA. In his will Sir George Yeardley named my wife Temperance and my 3 children, all under 21.3 |
Citations
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 685 (Yeardley Family).
- [S887] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 29 (Muster of James City).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 864 (Yeardley Family).
Thomas Benthall
M, b. circa 1615, d. before 30 January 1670
| Birth* | circa 1615 | Thomas was born circa 1615. |
| Death* | before 30 January 1670 | Thomas died before 30 January 1670 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that the estate of Thomas Benthall was administered to Joseph Benthall, son of the dec'd..1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 84 (adm. of Thomas Benthall).
Elizabeth Bibby (Bibby?)
F, b. circa 1675
| Birth* | circa 1675 | Elizabeth was born circa 1675. |
| Marriage* | circa 1695 | She married William Benthall, son of Joseph Benthall (I) and Mary (-----), circa 1695.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1695 | As of circa 1695,her married name was Benthall. |
| Administrator* | 15 May 1716 | Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 15 May 1716 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that the estate of William Benthall was administered to Elizabeth Benthall widow of the dec'd on behalf of herself and children. Apprs: William Waterfield Sr., Richard Jacob, Delvs Newton & Peter Cleg..1 |
| Will - Named as heir* | 22 April 1720 | Elizabeth was named as a heir in a will on 22 April 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Bibbe gave to Elizabeth Benthall my bay side plantation whereon I now live and my part of Hog Island. To Elizabeth Benthall and her children all my personal estate to be eq. div. To Elizabeth Benthall 150 A. belonging to me in the East Jerseys. Witt: John Robins, Robert Hamilton, Watkins Wilkins. At probate - Elizabeth Benthall qualified. Matthew Harmanson, Thomas Lucar, Peter Cleg and Jonathan Stott to appraise.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1720 | She inherited land in 1720 at tract N19, south side Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. Edward Bibbee left the land he bought from John & Mary Michael in 1678 to his son John, who left to Elizabeth Benthall. In 1721 Mrs. Benthall deeded to her daughter Elishe who married Danile Godwin three years later.3 |
| Land deeded from* | 1721 | She deeded land in 1721 at tract N19, south side Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. Mrs. Benthall deeded her part of this tract to daughter Elishe who married Daniel Godwin three years later.3 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 197 (adm. of William Benthall).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 237 (will of John Bibbe).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 117 (tract N19).
Elizabeth F.S. 'Bettie' Robins1,2
F, b. 27 December 1860, d. 23 March 1892
| Birth* | 27 December 1860 | Elizabeth was born on 27 December 1860 at Northampton Co, VA.2,3 |
| Marriage* | 17 February 1881 | She married Obadiah George Goffigon, son of Obadiah Goffigon and Mary 'Polly' Trower, on 17 February 1881 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Obadiah G. Goffigon, a 30 year old single waterman, born & living in N'hamp Co, the son of Obadiah & Polly Goffigon and she was shown as Bettie S. Robins, age 20 years, 2 months & 23 days, born & living in N'hamp Co, the daughter of Isaac D. & Eliza Robins. They were married by Andrew Broaddus. According to family Bible records, they were married on 23 Feb 1881..1,3 |
| Married Name | 17 February 1881 | As of 17 February 1881,her married name was Goffigon. |
| Death* | 23 March 1892 | Elizabeth died on 23 March 1892 at age 31.2,3 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Red Bank Cem, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Bettie F. Goffigon, wife of Obed C. Goffigon and daughter of I.D. & Eliza Robins, 27 Dec 1860 - 23 Mar 1892, married 23 Feb 1881..2 |
Citations
- [S626] Dee Ann Buck, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
Isaac Dunton Robins1,2,3
M, b. 21 April 1788, d. 23 April 1855
| Birth* | 21 April 1788 | Isaac was born on 21 April 1788 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 13 November 1802 | Isaac was named in his uncle's will on 13 November 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Robins, son of my brother Thomas Robins in the will of Arthur Robins Senr. He was given the plantation where on Leavin Ames now lives..2 |
| Marriage* | 29 September 1808 | He married Elizabeth 'Bettie' Fosque Smith, daughter of John (of Geo of Hewitt) Smith (MP) and Mary (307) Fosque, on 29 September 1808 at Northampton Co, VA. In N'hamp County he was shown as Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Thos. & Lettice Robins and she was shown as Elizabeth F. Smith, daughter of Jno. & Mary Smith. In Acc County Arthur Robins was the security on the 22 Sep 1808 M.L.B. of Isaac Robins and Elizabeth F. Smith..1,3,4 |
| Census head* | 1850 | Isaac was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#585 was headed by Isaac Robins, a 63 year old farmer, born in Acc Co, VA with real estate valued at $7,000. Listed with him were the following Robins all born in Acc Co, VA: Elizabeth, age 56; Isaac, age 22; Henry, age 13; James, age 8 and John, a 42 year old carpenter. Also listed was Sally Watson, age 42, born in Acc Co, VA..5 |
| Rev War Vet relative* | 31 March 1851 | He was shown to be related to a Rev War veteran on 31 March 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Robins was a resident of this county and died in the county circa 1836 leaving no widow and the following children now living: Isaac D. Robins, George W. Robins, Nancy Lewis, Elizabeth Elliott, Malinda Downs and Juliet Darby.6 |
| Death* | 23 April 1855 | Isaac died on 23 April 1855 at age 67. He was aged 67 years and 2 days..3 |
Family
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Elizabeth 'Bettie' Fosque Smith b. 22 Jan 1793, d. 9 May 1855 |
| Children | 1. | John S. Robins+ b. 3 Oct 1809, d. 22 Sep 1867 |
| | 2. | Capt. Thomas W. Robins+ b. 13 Jun 1812, d. b 15 Apr 1851 |
| | 3. | George M. Robins+ b. 23 Sep 1814, d. 5 Dec 1895 |
| | 4. | Charles S. Robins b. 8 Nov 1816, d. 8 Mar 1894 |
| | 5. | Margaret Susan Robins b. 17 Jan 1819, d. 19 Apr 1846 |
| | 6. | Sarah Elizabeth Robins b. 29 Sep 1821, d. 24 Sep 1823 |
| | 7. | Elizabeth Jane Robins b. 6 May 1824, d. 20 Jun 1848 |
| | 8. | Isaac Dunton Robins+ b. 21 Aug 1827, d. 6 Jun 1897 |
| | 9. | Mary Ann Robins b. 20 Feb 1830, d. 27 Mar 1841 |
| | 10. | Elizabeth E. Robins b. 24 Feb 1832 |
| | 11. | James W. Robins b. 13 Nov 1832, d. 1 Feb 1843 |
| | 12. | Henry S. Robins b. 19 Jan 1836, d. 5 May 1837 |
| | 13. | Henry (2nd) Robins5 b. c 1838 |
| | 14. | James (2nd) Robins5 b. c 1843 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, N'hamp Will Book 32, p. 35 (will of Arthur Robins Senr.).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins Family Bible).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 72 (heirs of Thomas Robins).
Elizabeth 'Bettie' Fosque Smith1,2
F, b. 22 January 1793, d. 9 May 1855
| Birth* | 22 January 1793 | Elizabeth was born on 22 January 1793 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's | 9 March 1804 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 9 March 1804 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Smith, Matchapungo, named gave daughter Nancy Ashby one Negro girl Bridget, $120 & ... To wife Mary Smith the use of my plantation where I now live during her life or widowhood & the use of my Negro man Ben & women Kess, Comfort, girl Leah, boy Eaton, Pink, Riss, girl Dinah, woman Lilly & man Lott & … & $300 & one young mare on Sprouts Island provided she agrees to raise daughter Susanna Smith & Betsy Fosque Smith 2 years without charging. To son George Smith the plantation where I now live containing 200 acres, also 33 ¾ acres purchased from Archibald Garrison, also 50 acres on Sprouts Island, also Negro girl Ritta & $200 & a horse & a pitcher that Mr. Colonna bought for me & at my wife's death or marriage Negro man Ben & ... To grandson John Smith Negro boy Major. To daughter Peggy Ashby Negro boys Tobe & Ned and $200. To grandson William Ashby Negro boy Shadrack. At death or marriage of wife to daughter Peggy Ashby Negro woman Comfort, but not the increase if any. To daughter Sally Mapp Negro woman Jenny & Negro girl Brittyanna & $200 & … To Sally Mapp, at death or marriage of wife Negro girl Pink, but not the increase. To son William Smith all land & plantation on the northeast side of Mears Branch that I purchased of Ruben Taylor & Robinson Lingo, being 215 ½ acres & … & Negro boy Jacob, girl Rachel, & $100 man Peter & …. To daughter Susanna Smith Negro boy Toney, girl Adah & $200 & … At wife's death or marriage, to Susanna Smith Negro woman Kessy, but not the increase. To daughter Betsy Fosque Smith Negro man Ruben, boy Tom & $200 &… At wife's death or marriage to Betsey Smith girl Leah, but not the increase. The brandy house I agreed to build with Benjamin Harrison … Remainder to my wife Mary Smith, son George Smith, daughter Peggy Ashby, daughter Sally Mapp, daughter Susanna Smith & daughter Betsy Smith. Son George Smith Jr. Extr. Witt: George Smith Sr., George S. Savage, Francis Savage Jr.3 |
| Marriage* | 29 September 1808 | She married Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Thomas (of Arthur) Robins and Lettice Dunton, on 29 September 1808 at Northampton Co, VA. In N'hamp County he was shown as Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Thos. & Lettice Robins and she was shown as Elizabeth F. Smith, daughter of Jno. & Mary Smith. In Acc County Arthur Robins was the security on the 22 Sep 1808 M.L.B. of Isaac Robins and Elizabeth F. Smith..1,2,4 |
| Married Name | 29 September 1808 | As of 29 September 1808,her married name was Robins. |
| Census w/husband* | 1850 | Elizabeth was listed with her husband in the census of in 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#585 was headed by Isaac Robins, a 63 year old farmer, born in Acc Co, VA with real estate valued at $7,000. Listed with him were the following Robins all born in Acc Co, VA: Elizabeth, age 56; Isaac, age 22; Henry, age 13; James, age 8 and John, a 42 year old carpenter. Also listed was Sally Watson, age 42, born in Acc Co, VA..5 |
| Death* | 9 May 1855 | Elizabeth died on 9 May 1855 at age 62. She was aged 62 years, 3 months & 17 days..2 |
Family
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Isaac Dunton Robins b. 21 Apr 1788, d. 23 Apr 1855 |
| Children | 1. | John S. Robins+ b. 3 Oct 1809, d. 22 Sep 1867 |
| | 2. | Capt. Thomas W. Robins+ b. 13 Jun 1812, d. b 15 Apr 1851 |
| | 3. | George M. Robins+ b. 23 Sep 1814, d. 5 Dec 1895 |
| | 4. | Charles S. Robins b. 8 Nov 1816, d. 8 Mar 1894 |
| | 5. | Margaret Susan Robins b. 17 Jan 1819, d. 19 Apr 1846 |
| | 6. | Sarah Elizabeth Robins b. 29 Sep 1821, d. 24 Sep 1823 |
| | 7. | Elizabeth Jane Robins b. 6 May 1824, d. 20 Jun 1848 |
| | 8. | Isaac Dunton Robins+ b. 21 Aug 1827, d. 6 Jun 1897 |
| | 9. | Mary Ann Robins b. 20 Feb 1830, d. 27 Mar 1841 |
| | 10. | Elizabeth E. Robins b. 24 Feb 1832 |
| | 11. | James W. Robins b. 13 Nov 1832, d. 1 Feb 1843 |
| | 12. | Henry S. Robins b. 19 Jan 1836, d. 5 May 1837 |
| | 13. | Henry (2nd) Robins5 b. c 1838 |
| | 14. | James (2nd) Robins5 b. c 1843 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins Family Bible).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 493 (will of John Smith, Matchapungo).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
Thomas (of Arthur) Robins1,2
M, b. 7 July 1759, d. before 28 November 1836
| Birth* | 7 July 1759 | Thomas was born on 7 July 1759 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
| Rev War Veteran* | between 1775 and 1778 | He served in the Revolutionary War between 1775 and 1778 at Northampton Co, VA. According to his declaration he began service in the militia at age 16 and served for 3 years.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1784 | He married Lettice Dunton, daughter of Isaac (of Rickards) Dunton and Alice Meredith, circa 1784.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 25 November 1790 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 25 November 1790 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Thomas and given Negro fellow Abraham, 6 silver table spoons and 6 silver teaspoons in the will of Arthur Robins, wife Zillor. His wife Lotice was loaned 400 acres as long as she remained his son's widow and then to be divided by his children. According to Whitelaw, Arthur III had laid out a part of his land at tract A1C for his son Thomas in 1790 and the survey showed the land to be 400 acres, which were at the northeast corner of the whote plantation. No deed was ever given to Thomas and apparently he died soon afterwards, as in 1792 Arthur Robins devised the land to Lettice Robins, so long as she remained the widow of his son Thomas, and then it was to go to their children. Whitelaw failed to check the 1802 will of Thomas' brother Arthur wherein he named his bother Thomas as living and left all his land to his brother's 4 sons Arthur, Isaac, John and Bowdin Robins..1,4 |
| Will - Brother's | 13 February 1800 | Thomas was named in his brother's will on 13 February 1800 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Robins, mariner, gave to Zella Robins the loan of £50 and at her death to be paid to John Robins son of Thomas Robins. To Peggy Christian dau. of Joshua Turner £50. To Levin Ames £50. To Carvey Dunton £50. To Thomas Robins £50. To James Bonewell £50. To Nathaniel Turner a white westcoat, a changeable coloured silk westcoat, pair of white silk stockings and a pistol. To Bridget Ames my largest trunk. My n. woman Rachel and her child Adah to go free at my death. To Arthur Robins my newest suit of clothes. To Thomas Robins a suit of clothes and my great coat. To Abel the servant of Zilla Robins a P. jacket. Levin Ames extr. Witt: James Sanford, Kendall Addison.5 |
| Will - Brother's* | 13 November 1802 | Thomas was named in his brother's will on 13 November 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my loving brother Thomas Robins in the will of Arthur Robins Senr. Evidently Arthur gave all his land and plantations to his brother Thomas' 4 sons: Arthur, Isaac, John & Bowdin. He gave his manner plantation to Arthur Robins, son of Thomas; the land where Leavin Ames now lives to Isaac Robins, son of Thomas; the lands where Henry Dolby and John Sturgis now live to John Robins, son of Thomas; and all the remaining part of my lands lying below the seaside road to Bowdoin Robins, son of Thomas. So although Thomas Robins did not leave a will himself, all his sons were identified in the will of his brother Arthur..6 |
| Marriage* | 22 August 1805 | He married Rachel Graves on 22 August 1805 at Northampton Co, VA. Johannes Wise was security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Robins and Rachel Graves.7 |
| Declaration* | 28 August 1832 | Thomas (of Arthur) Robins gave a declaration on 28 August 1832 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Robins, age 73, states he served in the militia of Virginia from about the age of 16 until he was released from service by reason of age. He mustered in a company commanded by Capt. Shadrack Ames. He states he was engaged principally in guarding the coast on the Chesapeake Bay between Occohannock and Naswadix(sic) in Northampton Co., but rendered service at other places. He served at least 3 years. He was born in Northampton Co., Virginia, 7 July 1759; lived in Northampton Co.: has resided in this county for the last 47 years, move her from Northampton. Thomas Parker, Nath'l Darby, Levin Joynes and John Cropper were in the regular Army in Northampton at the time he rendered services as a member of Capt. Ames' company of militia. On one occasion he was under the command of said Thomas Parker who was in the 9th Regt Regular Army for the purpose of retaking some American property that had been taken by the enemy, and after that object was achieved he was again under the command of Capt. Ames.3 |
| Death* | before 28 November 1836 | Thomas died before 28 November 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Robins was granted to John Simpkins. Thomas R. Joynes & William L. Savage were securities..8 |
| Rev War heirs named* | 31 March 1851 | Thomas's heirs were named on 31 March 1851 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Robins was a resident of this county and died in the county circa 1836 leaving no widow and the following children now living: Isaac D. Robins, George W. Robins, Nancy Lewis, Elizabeth Elliott, Malinda Downs and Juliet Darby.9 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 513 (will of Arthur Robins Sr., wife Zillor).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, N'hamp Will Book 32, p. 35 (will of Arthur Robins Senr.).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 37 (declaration of Thomas Robins, age 73).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 565 & 566 (tract A1).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 548 (will of John Robins, mariner).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 23 (will of Arthur Robins Senr.).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 450 (adm of Thomas Robins).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 72 (heirs of Thomas Robins).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 180 (will of Alice Dunton, Casey Dunton Extr).
Lettice Dunton1
F, b. circa 1767
| Birth* | circa 1767 | Lettice was born circa 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1784 | She married Thomas (of Arthur) Robins, son of Arthur (28) Robins (III) and (-----) (-----), circa 1784.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1784 | As of circa 1784,her married name was Robins. |
| Heir - named as* | 25 November 1790 | Lettice was named as an heir on 25 November 1790 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter (daughter-in-law) Lotice Robins in the will of Arthur Robins. He loaned her the use of land to raise the children of his son Thomas as long as she remains my son's widow. Evidently he had already deaded the 400 acres to his son Thomas Robins earlier in the year..2 |
| Will - Mother's* | 10 June 1802 | Lettice was named in her mother's will on 10 June 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Alice Dunton named: daughter Nancy Coleburn, daughter Letty Robins, granddaughter Letty Robins and son Casey Dunton.1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 180 (will of Alice Dunton, Casey Dunton Extr).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 513 (will of Arthur Robins Sr., wife Zillor).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 72 (heirs of Thomas Robins).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
Eliza Edna Ward1,2
F, b. 24 February 1832
| Birth* | 24 February 1832 | Eliza was born on 24 February 1832 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 29 April 1853 | She married Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Isaac Dunton Robins and Elizabeth 'Bettie' Fosque Smith, on 29 April 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Isaac D. & Bettie and she was shown as Miss Eliza E. Ward, daughter of Albert D. & Lettia R. Ward. Jno. E. robbins as to ages. (Mrs?) E. Widgeon witness. They were married 1 May 1853 at an Episcopal Church in Belle Haven..1,2 |
| Married Name | 29 April 1853 | As of 29 April 1853,her married name was Robins. |
| Death* | | Eliza died. The Family Bible shows Eliza Edna Robins died ......2 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
- [S2939] Wendy Colonna, Colonna Family Information, citing VA Death Certificate #15256 for Stratten Baily Downing Robins.
Isaac Dunton Robins1,2
M, b. 21 August 1827, d. 6 June 1897
| Birth* | 21 August 1827 | Isaac was born on 21 August 1827 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1850 | Isaac was listed with his parents in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#585 was headed by Isaac Robins, a 63 year old farmer, born in Acc Co, VA with real estate valued at $7,000. Listed with him were the following Robins all born in Acc Co, VA: Elizabeth, age 56; Isaac, age 22; Henry, age 13; James, age 8 and John, a 42 year old carpenter. Also listed was Sally Watson, age 42, born in Acc Co, VA..3 |
| Marriage* | 29 April 1853 | He married Eliza Edna Ward, daughter of Albert Dundass Ward and Letitia 'Letty' R. Badger, on 29 April 1853 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Isaac Dunton Robins, son of Isaac D. & Bettie and she was shown as Miss Eliza E. Ward, daughter of Albert D. & Lettia R. Ward. Jno. E. robbins as to ages. (Mrs?) E. Widgeon witness. They were married 1 May 1853 at an Episcopal Church in Belle Haven..1,4 |
| Death* | 6 June 1897 | Isaac died on 6 June 1897 at age 69.5 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible) & Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins Family Bible).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins Family Bible) & Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
- [S2939] Wendy Colonna, Colonna Family Information, citing VA Death Certificate #15256 for Stratten Baily Downing Robins.
Albert Dundass Ward1
M, b. 25 March 1806, d. 19 March 1862
| Birth* | 25 March 1806 | Albert was born on 25 March 1806 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 27 September 1827 | He married Letitia 'Letty' R. Badger, daughter of Nathaniel (of Nathaniel) Badger Sr. and Mary Robins, on 27 September 1827 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. In N'hamp County they were shown as Albert D. Ward and Lettitia R. Badger, daughter of Nath'l & Mary Badger (see Bible Records Vol. 6, p. 114). In Accomack County they were shown as Albert D. Ward and Lotty Badger, daughter of Nathaniel. They were married by Rev. William Lee..2,3 |
| Death* | 19 March 1862 | Albert Dundass Ward died on 19 March 1862 at age 55.1 |
Citations
- [S2590] Austin D. Kilham and Fannie M. Clark, Badger and Tankard Families of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, p. 17.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S51] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #1, 1805-1850, p. 40.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
Letitia 'Letty' R. Badger1
F, b. 4 September 1807, d. 2 July 1855
| Birth* | 4 September 1807 | Letitia was born on 4 September 1807 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Marriage* | 27 September 1827 | She married Albert Dundass Ward on 27 September 1827 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. In N'hamp County they were shown as Albert D. Ward and Lettitia R. Badger, daughter of Nath'l & Mary Badger (see Bible Records Vol. 6, p. 114). In Accomack County they were shown as Albert D. Ward and Lotty Badger, daughter of Nathaniel. They were married by Rev. William Lee..4,2 |
| Married Name | 27 September 1827 | As of 27 September 1827,her married name was Ward. |
| Will - Father's* | 25 October 1845 | Letitia was named in her father's will on 25 October 1845 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Nathaniel Badger named: children Letitia, Nathaniel, Eldred, Burwell & my son James' (who is dead) 2 children Mary & Amelia Badger, their father's share.5 |
| Death* | 2 July 1855 | She died on 2 July 1855 at age 47.3 |
Citations
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S51] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #1, 1805-1850, p. 40.
- [S2590] Austin D. Kilham and Fannie M. Clark, Badger and Tankard Families of the Eastern Shore of Virginia, p. 17.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 19 (will of Nathaniel Badger Sr.).
Roberta May 'Bertie' Sturgis1
F, b. 1878, d. 1945
| Birth* | 1878 | Roberta was born in 1878 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 8 February 1897 | She married Obadiah George Goffigon, son of Obadiah Goffigon and Mary 'Polly' Trower, on 8 February 1897 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Obadiah G. Goffigon, a 45 year old widowed farmer, the son of Obadiah & Polly Goffigon and she was shown as Bertie Sturgis, age 18, the daughter of Henry & Julia Sturgis. They were married by Rev. Patrick H. Purnell..1 |
| Married Name | 8 February 1897 | As of 8 February 1897,her married name was Goffigon. |
| Census w/husband* | 1900 | Roberta was listed with her husband in the census of in 1900 at Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. She was shown as Roberta Goffigon, a 21 year old wife, born May 1879, in HH#458 headed by Obed Goffigon, a 47 year old farmer. She had given birth to 1 child and had 1 child living..3 |
| Census head* | 1910 | Roberta was listed as a head of household in the census of in 1910 at Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA. She was shown as Bertie Goffigon, the head of HH#283, a 33 year old widow, with 3 children born & 3 living. Listed with her the following Goffigons: Oliver, a 12 year old son; Polly, a 10 year old daughter; and Rudolph, a 3 year old son. Also listed was Julia Sturgis, a 51 year old widowed mother, with 3 children born & 3 living..4 |
| Death* | 1945 | Roberta died in 1945 at Wilmington, New Castle Co, DE.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Red Bank Cem, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Roberta May Sturgis Goffigon, wife of Obed Goffigon, 1878 - 1945..2 |
Citations
- [S626] Dee Ann Buck, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
Henry H. Sturgis1
M, b. 5 July 1852, d. 13 April 1888
| Birth* | 5 July 1852 | Henry was born on 5 July 1852 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1875 | He married Julia A. Downing, daughter of John Benjamin Downing and Julia Ann Bloxom, circa 1875. |
| Death* | 13 April 1888 | Henry died on 13 April 1888 at age 35.1 |
| Burial* | | His body was interred at Sturgis Plot, Scarburgh Neck, Acc Co, VA. His tombstone shows him as H.H. Sturgis, son of W.S. & C.K. Sturgis, 5 Jul 1852 - 13 Apr 1888..1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
Julia A. Downing1
F, b. 1859, d. 1937
| Birth* | 1859 | Julia was born in 1859 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Julia was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Juliett A. Downing, age 1 in HH#658 headed by John B. Downing, a 55 year old ship carpenter..1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1870 | Julia was listed with her mother in the census of 1870 at Franktown District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#216 was headed by Julia Downing, a 38 year old house keeper. Listed with her were the following Downings: Aurlan, age 12 at school; Julia, age 10 at school; Jno., age 9 at school; Margaret, age 6 at home. Also listed was Eliza. Blockson, a 60 year old seamstress.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1875 | She married Henry H. Sturgis, son of William Smith Sturgis and Catharine Keziah Ames, circa 1875. |
| Married Name | circa 1875 | As of circa 1875,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Death* | 1937 | Julia died in 1937.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Red Bank Cem, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Julia A. Downing Sturgis, wife of H.H. Sturgis, 1859 - 1937..2 |
Citations
- [S587] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1860 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S710] Frances Bibbins Latimer & Doris Adler, 1870 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
Julia Ann Bloxom1
F, b. 7 February 1828, d. 17 September 1908
| Birth* | 7 February 1828 | Julia was born on 7 February 1828 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 13 August 1856 | She married John Benjamin Downing, son of Francis Downing and Polly (-----), on 13 August 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. B. Downing, a 55 year old widowed ship carpenter, born in Acc Co, the son of Francis & Polly Downing and she was shown as Julia Ann Bloxom, age 28 and single, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm. W. & Eliza E. Bloxom. They were married at the residence of Mrs. Bloxom's by J. Allen. Isaac Purnell said she was over 21..1 |
| Married Name | 13 August 1856 | As of 13 August 1856,her married name was Downing. |
| Census w/husband* | 1860 | Julia was listed with her husband in the census of in 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Juliett Downing, age 37 in HH#658 headed by John B. Downing, a 55 year old ship carpenter..3 |
| Census head* | 1870 | Julia was listed as a head of household in the census of 1870 at Franktown District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#216 was headed by Julia Downing, a 38 year old house keeper. Listed with her were the following Downings: Aurlan, age 12 at school; Julia, age 10 at school; Jno., age 9 at school; Margaret, age 6 at home. Also listed was Eliza. Blockson, a 60 year old seamstress.4 |
| Death* | 17 September 1908 | Julia died on 17 September 1908 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 80.2 |
| Burial* | | Her body was interred at Red Bank Cem, N'hamp Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Julia A. Downing, wife of J.B. Downing, 7 Feb 1828 - 17 Sep 1908..2 |
Family
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John Benjamin Downing b. c 1800, d. b 1870 |
| Marriage* | 13 August 1856 | She married John Benjamin Downing, son of Francis Downing and Polly (-----), on 13 August 1856 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Jno. B. Downing, a 55 year old widowed ship carpenter, born in Acc Co, the son of Francis & Polly Downing and she was shown as Julia Ann Bloxom, age 28 and single, born in Acc Co, the daughter of Wm. W. & Eliza E. Bloxom. They were married at the residence of Mrs. Bloxom's by J. Allen. Isaac Purnell said she was over 21..1 |
| Children | 1. | Orbitt or Aurlan Downing b. c 1857 |
| | 2. | Julia A. Downing+ b. 1859, d. 1937 |
| | 3. | John C. Downing+5 b. 29 Jun 1861, d. 12 Nov 1927 |
| | 4. | Margaret Downing4 b. c 1864 |
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S587] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1860 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S710] Frances Bibbins Latimer & Doris Adler, 1870 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
Polly (-----)
F, b. circa 1775
Citations
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 120 (marriage of Jno. B. Downing & Julia Ann Bloxom).
Orbitt or Aurlan Downing1,2
M, b. circa 1857
| Birth* | circa 1857 | Orbitt was born circa 1857 at Northampton Co, VA. |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Orbitt was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Orbitt Downing, age 3 in HH#658 headed by John B. Downing, a 55 year old ship carpenter..1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1870 | Orbitt was listed with his mother in the census of 1870 at Franktown District, Northampton Co, VA. HH#216 was headed by Julia Downing, a 38 year old house keeper. Listed with her were the following Downings: Aurlan, age 12 at school; Julia, age 10 at school; Jno., age 9 at school; Margaret, age 6 at home. Also listed was Eliza. Blockson, a 60 year old seamstress.2 |
Citations
- [S587] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1860 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
- [S710] Frances Bibbins Latimer & Doris Adler, 1870 Northampton Co, VA, Census.
Nathaniel (of Lt Caleb) Ames1
M, b. circa 1764, d. before 29 February 1796
| Birth* | circa 1764 | Nathaniel was born circa 1764 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Heir - named as* | 29 May 1767 | Nathaniel was named as an heir on 29 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin (nephew) Nathaniel Ames in the will of Elisha Stringer, who named a sister Elizabeth Ames and Caleb Ames extr..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1784 | He married Elizabeth 'Phillis' Mears, daughter of John (of Wm) Mears and Mary Fosque, circa 1784. |
| Will* | 23 February 1796 | He made a will on 23 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Nathaniel Ames gave wife Elizabeth the use of land where I now live to bring up my 3 children James, John & unborn child until my son James comes of lawful age, then to go to my said son James. To son John the land where Hannah Johnson now lives. Wife Elizabeth & friend John Milby Exrs. Witt: Jesse Ames, Marget Mears, Molly Callahan..2 |
| Death* | before 29 February 1796 | Nathaniel died before 29 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..2 |
| Will - Sister-in-law* | 14 October 1799 | Nathaniel was named in his sister-in-law's will on 14 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Letisha Mears gave to Shepherd Mears Ames Negro girl Ginney with him paying to his brother John Mears Ames £10. To Margaret Ames ... To James Ames ... To John Ames, son of Thaniel(?), what my bed sold for. To Elizabeth Rodgers, green chest. Set my Negro man George free. After debts paid by brother William Mears, by money in his hand, the remainder part to Shepherd Ames, John Ames, James Ames & John Ames, son of Thaniel Ames. The money in Caleb Ames hands for the heirs of Genne, $24 & the money that is in my brother Richard Mears hands to the 4 children before mentioned. Caleb Ames Extr. Witt: William Harmon & Prisey (Last name not given.)3 |
| Est settm't* | 27 January 1806 | Nathaniel estate was settled on 27 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. The estate settlement of Nathaniel Ames - 24 Jun 1805 (Audit), 27 Jan 1806 (Rec'd) - Zorobabel Ames Admr. of John Milby dec'd, who was Extr. of Nathaniel Ames dec'd. To the hires of the Negro woman Beck 2/3. To the hire of Comfort 2/3. To the hire of Moses 2/3. The following received £22.19.10: the widow's part, James Ames' part, John Ames' part. Cash paid Elisha Ames' note. Cash paid Caleb Ames' account. Cash paid Joseph Ames. Auditors: Custis Willis & Francis Savage..4 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 237 (will of Elisha Stringer).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 433 (will of Nathaniel Ames, wife Elizabeth).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 370 (will of Letisha Mears).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 7 (settlement of Nathaniel Ames).
James (of Nathaniel) Ames1
M, b. 1788, d. before 12 October 1829
| Birth* | 1788 | James was born in 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 23 February 1796 | James was named in his father's will on 23 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son James, under lawful age, in the will of Nathaniel Ames..1 |
| Will - Aunt's* | 14 October 1799 | James was named in his aunt's will on 14 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Letisha Mears gave to Shepherd Mears Ames Negro girl Ginney with him paying to his brother John Mears Ames £10. To Margaret Ames ... To James Ames ... To John Ames, son of Thaniel(?), what my bed sold for. To Elizabeth Rodgers, green chest. Set my Negro man George free. After debts paid by brother William Mears, by money in his hand, the remainder part to Shepherd Ames, John Ames, James Ames & John Ames, son of Thaniel Ames. The money in Caleb Ames hands for the heirs of Genne, $24 & the money that is in my brother Richard Mears hands to the 4 children before mentioned. Caleb Ames Extr. Witt: William Harmon & Prisey (Last name not given.)3 |
| Est Settm't Father's* | 27 January 1806 | He was named in the settlement of his father's estate on 27 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. The estate settlement of Nathaniel Ames - 24 Jun 1805 (Audit), 27 Jan 1806 (Rec'd) - Zorobabel Ames Admr. of John Milby dec'd, who was Extr. of Nathaniel Ames dec'd. To the hires of the Negro woman Beck 2/3. To the hire of Comfort 2/3. To the hire of Moses 2/3. The following received £22.19.10: the widow's part, James Ames' part, John Ames' part. Cash paid Elisha Ames' note. Cash paid Caleb Ames' account. Cash paid Joseph Ames. Auditors: Custis Willis & Francis Savage.4 |
| Marriage* | 26 March 1811 | He married Rachel Johnson, daughter of (-----) Johnson and Mary (-----), on 26 March 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. Levin Beach was security on the M.L.B. of James Ames and Rachel Johnson, stating that both were age 23 years and Rachel is a sister of his wife Sally.2 |
| Death* | before 12 October 1829 | James (of Nathaniel) Ames died before 12 October 1829 at Northampton Co, VA. James Ames, having been deceased for more than three months, the sheriff was ordered to administer his estate. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on November 2, 1829. Audit and Settlement. Charles West administrator.5 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 433 (will of Nathaniel Ames, wife Elizabeth).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 370 (will of Letisha Mears).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 7 (settlement of Nathaniel Ames).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 282 (adm of the estate of James Ames to the sheriff).
(unborn_child) Ames1
?, b. 1796, d. before 27 January 1806
| Will - Father's* | 23 February 1796 | (unborn_child) was named in an unknown person father's will on 23 February 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Nathaniel Ames gave wife Elizabeth the use of land where I now live to bring up my 3 children James, John & unborn child until my son James comes of lawful age, then to go to my said son James. To son John the land where Hannah Johnson now lives. Wife Elizabeth & friend John Milby Exrs. Witt: Jesse Ames, Marget Mears, Molly Callahan..1 |
| Birth* | 1796 | (unborn_child) was born in 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 27 January 1806 | (unborn_child) Ames died before 27 January 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. The estate of Nathaniel Ames - 24 Jun 1805 (Audit), 27 Jan 1806 (Rec'd) - Zorobabel Ames Admr. of John Milby dec'd, who was Extr. of Nathaniel Ames dec'd. To the hires of the Negro woman Beck 2/3. To the hire of Comfort 2/3. To the hire of Moses 2/3. The following received £22.19.10: the widow's part, James Ames' part, John Ames' part. Cash paid Elisha Ames' note. Cash paid Caleb Ames' account. Cash paid Joseph Ames. Auditors: Custis Willis & Francis Savage. (NOTE: There was no mention of who would have been the unnamed child in his will of 23 Feb 1796, only the widow and sons James & John Ames' part.)2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 433 (will of Nathaniel Ames, wife Elizabeth).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 7 (settlement of Nathaniel Ames).
Anne Ames1
F, b. circa 1742
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Anne was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1765 | She married (-----) Belote circa 1765.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1765 | As of circa 1765,her married name was Belote. |
| Will - Father's* | 3 February 1770 | Anne was named in her father's will on 3 February 1770 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Anne Belote in the will of Joseph Ames Sr..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 253 (will of Joseph Ames Sr., wife Dorothy).
(-----) Belote
M, b. circa 1740
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 253 (will of Joseph Ames Sr., wife Dorothy).
Caleb (of Lt Caleb) Ames II
M, b. circa 1768, d. before 25 June 1805
| Birth* | circa 1768 | Caleb was born circa 1768 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1788 | He married Margarert 'Peggy' Mears, daughter of John (of Wm) Mears and Mary Fosque, circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Sister-in-law* | 14 October 1799 | Caleb was named in his sister-in-law's will on 14 October 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Letisha Mears gave to Shepherd Mears Ames Negro girl Ginney with him paying to his brother John Mears Ames £10. To Margaret Ames ... To James Ames ... To John Ames, son of Thaniel(?), what my bed sold for. To Elizabeth Rodgers, green chest. Set my Negro man George free. After debts paid by brother William Mears, by money in his hand, the remainder part to Shepherd Ames, John Ames, James Ames & John Ames, son of Thaniel Ames. The money in Caleb Ames hands for the heirs of Genne, $24 & the money that is in my brother Richard Mears hands to the 4 children before mentioned. Caleb Ames Extr. Witt: William Harmon & Prisey (Last name not given.)1 |
| Death* | before 25 June 1805 | Caleb died before 25 June 1805 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas M. Bayly was named to settle the estate of Caleb Ames. John Custis & William Parramore were securities..2 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 370 (will of Letisha Mears).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 5 (adm. of Caleb Ames).
Peggy (of Lt Caleb) Ames1
F, b. circa 1763
| Birth* | circa 1763 | Peggy was born circa 1763 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Aunt's* | 29 May 1767 | Peggy was named in her his aunt's will on 29 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a cousin (niece) Peggy Ames in the will of Elisha Stringer, who named a sister Elizabeth Ames and Caleb Ames extr.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 237 (will of Elisha Stringer).
Rachel (of Lt Caleb) Ames1
F, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Rachel was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Aunt's* | 29 May 1767 | Rachel was named in her his aunt's will on 29 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a cousin (niece) Rachel Ames in the will of Elisha Stringer, who named a sister Elizabeth Ames and Caleb Ames extr.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 237 (will of Elisha Stringer).
Robert Read1
M, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Robert was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Aunt's* | 29 May 1767 | Robert was named in his his aunt's will on 29 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a cousin (nephew) Robert Read in the will of Elisha Stringer.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 237 (will of Elisha Stringer).
May Lucas1
F, b. 1926
| Birth* | 1926 | May was born in 1926 at Alexandria, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Alexandria, VA.
Willard C. Goffigon1,2
M, b. 30 June 1888
| Birth* | 30 June 1888 | Willard was born on 30 June 1888 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Census w/father* | 1900 | Willard was listed with his father in the census of in 1900 at Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Willard Goffigon, an 11 year old farm laborer, born Jun 1888, in HH#458 headed by Obed Goffigon, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
- [S550] Jean M. Mihalyka, Bible Records Accomack & Northampton County, Virginia, Volume 4 (Isaac D. Robins (Jr.) Family Bible).
Oliver Goffigon1
M, b. May 1898
| Birth* | May 1898 | Oliver was born in May 1898 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Oliver was listed with his parents in the census of 1900 at Eastville, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver Goffigon, a 2 year old son, born May 1898, in HH#458 headed by Obed Goffigon, a 52 year old farmer..1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1910 | Oliver was listed with his mother in the census of in 1910 at Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Oliver Goffigon, a 12 year old son in HH#283 headed by Bertie Goffigon, a 33 year old widow..2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
Polly Goffigon1
F, b. 1900
| Birth* | 1900 | Polly was born in 1900 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Census w/mother* | 1910 | Polly was listed with her mother in the census of in 1910 at Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA. She was shown as Polly Goffigon, a 10 year old daughter, in HH#283 headed by Bertie Goffigon, a 33 year old widow..1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
Rudolph Sturgis Goffigon1
M, b. 17 September 1907, d. 7 November 1975
| Birth* | 17 September 1907 | Rudolph was born on 17 September 1907 at Northampton Co, VA.2,3 |
| Census w/mother* | 1910 | Rudolph was listed with his mother in the census of in 1910 at Johnsontown, N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Rudolph Goffigon, a 3 year old son, in HH#283 headed by Bertie Goffigon, a 33 year old widow..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1945 | He married Alice Strother circa 1945.4 |
| Death* | 7 November 1975 | Rudolph Sturgis Goffigon died on 7 November 1975 at Marin Co, CA, at age 68. He was shown as Rudolph Goffigon, born 17 Sep 1907, died Nov 1975 and his last residence was Belvedere Tiburon, Marin Co, CA 94920.2,3,5 |
| Burial* | | Rudolph was buried at Mount Tamalpais Cemetery, Marin Co, CA.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, N'hamp Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Rudolph Sturgis Goffigon in the U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Rudolph S Goffigon in the California, Death Index, 1940-1997.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cox Family Tree, MaryJaneandJackBurn.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Rudolph Goffigon in the U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
Tabitha Elizabeth 'Patsy' Royal1
F, b. 1 January 1760, d. 1786
| Birth* | 1 January 1760 | Tabitha was born on 1 January 1760 at Henrico Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 15 July 1774 | She married John (of Absalom) Sturgis Sr. (Accomack), son of Absalom Sturgis (Accomack) and Easter (-----), on 15 July 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. Benjamin Royal was the security on the M.L.B. of John Sturgis and Tabitha Royal..2 |
| Married Name | 15 July 1774 | As of 15 July 1774,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Death* | 1786 | Tabitha Elizabeth 'Patsy' Royal died in 1786 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Cox Family Tree, MaryJaneandJackBurn.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
Charles (of Solomon) Richardson
M, b. circa 1762, d. before 28 April 1801
| Birth* | circa 1762 | Charles was born circa 1762 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 21 April 1781 | Charles was named in his father's will on 21 April 1781 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Solomon Richardson, wife Mary, named daughter Elizabeth Richardson, son Charles Richardson and daughter Kesiah Richardson.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 18 October 1782 | Charles witnessed a will on 18 October 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John Smith and Charles Richardson witnessed the will of Jacob Savage. Jacob named Kesiah Richardson, daughter of Solomon.2 |
| Land inherited | 1785 | He inherited land in 1785 at tract A4, between Belle Haven and Quinby, Accomack Co, VA. In 1785 Solomon Richardson left this tract to his wife Mary Richardson and then to a son Charles. There is no record of his death, but in 1823 a Thomas S. Richardson sold 87.5 acres to Benjamin Floyd, saying it had been left to him by his father Charles.3 |
| Land inherited* | 1785 | He inherited land in 1785 at tract A51, west of Melfa, Accomack Co, VA. Solomon Richardson, wife Mary, left their part of this tract to son Charles.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1792 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' Smith (Smith?) circa 1792.5 |
| Administrator* | 29 January 1793 | Charles was named as administrator of an estate on 29 January 1793 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Eleazer Benston was granted to Charles Richardson with Eli Hornsby security.6 |
| Death* | before 28 April 1801 | Charles died before 28 April 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. No Date (Invy), 28 Apr 1801 (Order to Audit), 15 May 1804 (Rec'd) - Thomas Smith Admr. Negroes John, Mark, Jim, Comfort, Bridget & Mildred. Margaret Richardson 2/3 of rent & ... Also board, schooling & clothing of 3 children. Appraisers: John Smith, Richard Savage & George S. Savage. Auditors: Custis Willis & Francis Savage..7 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 357 (will of Solomon Richardson, wife Mary).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 351 (will of Jacob Savage).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 574 (tract A4).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 798 (tract A51).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 274 (marriage of John Sturgis Jr. to Mrs. Peggy Richardson, widow).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 375 (adm of Eleazer Benston to Charles Richardson).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 443 (settlement of Charles Richardson).
- [S3199] University of Virginia Library Special Collections, Papers of the Quinby Family 1759 (1800-1898) 1968.
Susy Benston
F, b. circa 1800
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
John W. Sturgis Jr.1
M, b. 7 September 1778, d. 11 January 1836
| Birth* | 7 September 1778 | John was born on 7 September 1778 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 24 April 1795 | John was named in his uncle's will on 24 April 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to wife Peggy Sturgis whole estate during ner widow to raise my children & then to be divided between my children. To daughter Salley. To godson John Sturgis. John Sturgis, Sr., Exr. Witt: Revel Sturgis, Polly Core. (NOTE: The godson John Sturgis may have been his great-nephew.)2 |
| Marriage | 4 August 1801 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' Smith (Smith?) on 4 August 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Scarburgh was the security on the M.L.B. of John Sturgis Jr. and Mrs. Peggy Richardson, widow. They were married on 7 Aug 1801..3,1 |
| Anecdote | 27 December 1824 | On 27 Dec 1824 in Acc Co Jonahan W. Richardson was named to settle the estate of Francis Richardson. John W. Sturgis & James L. Benson were securities.4 |
| Census head* | 1830 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. John W. Sturgis was head of a household, age 50-60 (born 1770-1780). Listed with him were 1M10-15, 2M15-20, 1M20-30, 1F20-30, 1F50-60, 5 slaves & 1 free colored person.5 |
| Security on MLB* | 16 November 1830 | John was the security on a M.L.B. On 16 November 1830 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that John W. Sturgis was security on the M.L.B. of William S. Sturgis and Keziah C. Ames of Jno..3 |
| Anecdote* | 30 November 1835 | On 30 Nov 1835 in Acc Co, John W. Sturgis, Thomas S. Richardson & Geroge P. Cutler were securities on the administration of the estate of Catharine Ames to William S. Sturgis.6 |
| Death* | 11 January 1836 | He died on 11 January 1836 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 57.1 |
Family
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Margaret 'Peggy' Smith (Smith?) b. 23 Dec 1776, d. b 25 Mar 1839 |
| Marriage | 4 August 1801 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' Smith (Smith?) on 4 August 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Thomas Scarburgh was the security on the M.L.B. of John Sturgis Jr. and Mrs. Peggy Richardson, widow. They were married on 7 Aug 1801..3,1 |
| Children | 1. | William Sturgis1 b. 3 Jun 1802, d. 11 Jul 1802 |
| | 2. | Ann Jacob (of Jno & Peggy) Sturgis+1 b. 21 Jun 1803, d. b 7 Jun 1838 |
| | 3. | Margaret Jacob Sturgis1 b. 29 Nov 1805, d. 7 Dec 1805 |
| | 4. | Vianna Smith Sturgis b. 18 Nov 1806, d. 11 Sep 1885 |
| | 5. | William Smith Sturgis+ b. 16 Nov 1808, d. 18 Jun 1862 |
| | 6. | James Sturgis+7 b. 10 Feb 1811 |
| | 7. | Samuel Gordin Sturgis1 b. 23 May 1812 |
| | 8. | 5th son of Jno & Peggy Sturgis1 b. 1813, d. 1813 |
| | 9. | Charles Thomas Sturgis+7 b. 11 Jun 1815 |
| | 10. | Margaret Ruham_(?) Sturgis1 b. 20 Feb 1817 |
Citations
- [S3199] University of Virginia Library Special Collections, Papers of the Quinby Family 1759 (1800-1898) 1968.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 428 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Peggy).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 443 (adm. of Francis Richardson).
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 5 (adm. of Catharine Ames).
- [S3200] P.O. Box 201, Onancock, VA 23417 Jenean Hall, Ancestors of Jenean Hall.
Francis Richardson1
M, b. circa 1799, d. before 27 December 1824
| Birth* | circa 1799 | Francis was born circa 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 27 December 1824 | Francis died before 27 December 1824 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonahan W. Richardson was named to settle the estate of Francis Richardson. John W. Sturgis & James L. Benson were securities..1 |
Citations
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 443 (adm. of Francis Richardson).
Absalom Sturgis (Accomack)1
M, b. circa 1720, d. before 26 October 1773
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Absalom was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1744 | Absalom was named in his father's will on 30 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Absalom Sturgis in the will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc. He also qualifed at probate to settle the estate..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Easter (-----) circa 1750.3 |
| Will* | 28 April 1773 | He made a will on 28 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. To son Americus Sturgis at his mother's death. To daughter Fanney Sturgis. Wife Easter Sturgis. To daughter Mary Sturgis. To son John Sturgis. Wife & children residual legatees. Daughter Fanny Sturgis & son Americus Sturgis Exrs. Witt: Edmund Heath, Mary Sill..3 |
| Death* | before 26 October 1773 | Absalom died before 26 October 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved..3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc).
- [S103] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, Deeds & c., 1715-29, part I (typed), p. 354-356 (Deeds of Gift from Daniel Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to nephew Richard Sturgis and from Richard Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to uncle Daniel Sturgis).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 273 (will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Ester).
Easter (-----)
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Easter was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Absalom Sturgis (Accomack), son of Richard Sturgis II (Accomack) and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Will - Husb's* | 28 April 1773 | Easter was named in her husband's will on 28 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Easter in the will of Absolum Sturgis..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 273 (will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Ester).
Mary Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1756
| Birth* | circa 1756 | Mary was born circa 1756 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 28 April 1773 | Mary was named in her father's will on 28 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Sturgis in the will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Easter..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 273 (will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Ester).
Fanney Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Fanney was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 28 April 1773 | Fanney was named in her father's will on 28 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Fanney Sturgis in the will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Easter..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 273 (will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Ester).
Americus Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Americus was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 28 April 1773 | Americus was named in his father's will on 28 April 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Americus Sturgis in the will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Easter..1 |
| Heir - named as* | 16 December 1773 | Americus was named as an heir on 16 December 1773 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as America Sturgis in the will of John Sill. He was given part of my land adjacent to Peter Hack's line to my old orchard & adjacent Christian Sill's line.2 |
| Court - namd in suit* | 26 January 1780 | He was named in a lawsuit on 26 January 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmd Reid, who sued Americus Sturgis, failed to appear to prosecute. Sturgis was to recover five shillings and his costs.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 273 (will of Absolum Sturgis, wife Ester).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 274 (will of John Sill, widower).
- [S2766] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1777-1780, Volume 28, p. 242 (26 Jan 1780 Court).
Sarah Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1722
| Birth* | circa 1722 | Sarah was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1744 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 30 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Sturgis in the will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc).
Richard Sturgis III (Accomack)1
M, b. circa 1724, d. before 28 July 1795
| Birth* | circa 1724 | Richard was born circa 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 30 April 1744 | Richard was named in his father's will on 30 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard Sturgis in the will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc..1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 1 August 1769 | Richard witnessed a will on 1 August 1769 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Arthur Robins, Richard Sturgis & John Sturgis witnessed the will of Simon Harmon, wife Sarah.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1780 | He married Peggy (-----) circa 1780 at Accomack Co, VA.3 |
| Will* | 24 April 1795 | Richard made a will on 24 April 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to wife Peggy Sturgis whole estate during ner widow to raise my children & then to be divided between my children. To daughter Salley. To godson John Sturgis. John Sturgis, Sr., Exr. Witt: Revel Sturgis, Polly Core.3 |
| Death* | before 28 July 1795 | He died before 28 July 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 252 (will of Simon Harmon, wife Sarah).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 428 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Peggy).
John (of Richard) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1718, d. before 30 April 1744
| Birth* | circa 1718 | John was born circa 1718 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Death* | before 30 April 1744 | John died before 30 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a dec'd son John Sturgis, with a daughter Betty Sturgis, in the will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc).
- [S103] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, Deeds & c., 1715-29, part I (typed), p. 354-356 (Deeds of Gift from Daniel Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to nephew Richard Sturgis and from Richard Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to uncle Daniel Sturgis).
Betty Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Betty was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - GrFath's* | 30 April 1744 | Betty was named in her grandfather's will on 30 April 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Betty Sturgis, daughter of my dec'd son John, in the will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 142 (will of Richard Sturgis Sr., Nunc).
Richard (of John I) Sturgis I (Accomack)1
M, b. circa 1664, d. before 15 September 1696
| Birth* | circa 1664 | Richard was born circa 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Deposition named in* | 10 December 1681 | He was named in a deposition on 10 December 1681 at Accomack Co, VA. Deposition of John Sturgis, Jr., aged about 19 years: On the ninth of this month, John Sturgis, Sr., had been in the pasture and had brought horses to the house. He told John that he had seen a deer in the pasture; they decided "to go into the pasture and there stand to kill the deer, and also my father did advise my two brothers, William and Richard Sturgis, to go into the pasture another way to drive the deer thence, supposing the deer would come by either [me] or by [my] father, my two brothers before named, being each of them upon a mare." They "had not long been upon the design" when John heard a gunshot. He went toward the noise, supposing his father had killed a deer, but when he got there, he "saw his father with my brother William Sturgis in his arms, my father crying and lamenting in a distracted condition, and immediately [I] mounted the mare and took my brother William before me and carried him home, and presently my father sent me to Gargaphia to fetch some comfortable means for my brother Wm. Sturgis, but he was dead at my return." Sworn and signed before Wm. Custis on 10 December 1681, by Jno. (S) Sturgis.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 6 March 1684 | Richard was named in his father's will on 6 March 1684 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Richard, under age 21, in the will of John Sturgis, wife Elizabeth. Since John also named a son Jonathan, as under age 20, and a son Daniel, as under age 16, Richard was probably age 20..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1686 | He married Sarah Wharton, daughter of Francis Wharton Sr. and Elizabeth Welburne, circa 1686 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will* | 12 February 1695/96 | Richard made a will on 12 February 1695/96 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to son John Sturgis (under 16). To son Richard Sturgis & daughter Elizabeth Sturgis (both under 16). Wife Sarah Extr. Witt: Thomas Crippen, George Parker Sr. & Thomas Jones.3 |
| Death* | before 15 September 1696 | He died before 15 September 1696 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 13 (will of John Sturgis, wife Elizabeth).
- [S701] JoAnn Riley McKey, Accomack Co, VA, Court Order Abstracts, 1678-1682, Volume 6, p. 192 (16 Dec 1681 Court).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 27 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Sarah).
Sarah Wharton1
F, b. circa 1664
| Birth* | circa 1664 | Sarah was born circa 1664 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1686 | She married Richard (of John I) Sturgis I (Accomack), son of John Sturgis I and Elizabeth Bundick, circa 1686 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Married Name | circa 1686 | As of circa 1686,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Will - Father's* | 6 October 1695 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 6 October 1695 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Sarah Sturgis, wife of Richard Sturgis and given 1 shilling, in the will of Franics Wharton, wife Elizabeth..1 |
| Will - Husb's* | 12 February 1695/96 | Sarah was named in her husband's will on 12 February 1695/96 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to son John Sturgis (under 16). To son Richard Sturgis & daughter Elizabeth Sturgis (both under 16). Wife Sarah Extr. Witt: Thomas Crippen, George Parker Sr. & Thomas Jones..2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 31 (will of Franics Wharton, wife Elizabeth).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 27 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Sarah).
John (of Richard) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1688
| Birth* | circa 1688 | John was born circa 1688 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1695/96 | John was named in his father's will on 12 February 1695/96 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to son John Sturgis (under 16). To son Richard Sturgis & daughter Elizabeth Sturgis (both under 16). Wife Sarah Extr. Witt: Thomas Crippen, George Parker Sr. & Thomas Jones..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 27 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Sarah).
Elizabeth Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1692
| Birth* | circa 1692 | Elizabeth was born circa 1692 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 12 February 1695/96 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 12 February 1695/96 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Richard Sturgis gave to son John Sturgis (under 16). To son Richard Sturgis & daughter Elizabeth Sturgis (both under 16). Wife Sarah Extr. Witt: Thomas Crippen, George Parker Sr. & Thomas Jones..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 27 (will of Richard Sturgis, wife Sarah).
Elizabeth (-----)
F, b. circa 1670
| Birth* | circa 1670 | Elizabeth was born circa 1670. |
| Marriage* | circa 1690 | She married Daniel (of John I) Sturgis, son of John Sturgis I and Elizabeth Bundick, circa 1690.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1690 | As of circa 1690,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Deed of Gift - Gave* | 4 July 1721 | Elizabeth (-----) gave by deed of gift on 4 July 1721 at tract A118, Parker's Neck, Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Sturgis & wife Elizabeth gave a deed of gift to his newphew Richard Sturgis of land and marsh on Metompkin Bay at the head of a small gut or cove bounded by John Barnes and a line that divides me & my nephew Richard Sturgis and Parkes line. Daniel's wife Elizabeth received 20 pounds for her dower rights.2 |
| Administrator* | 7 June 1726 | Elizabeth was named as administrator of an estate on 7 June 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Daniel Sturgis' widow Elizabeth Sturgis was named to settle his estate. John Barnes & Thomas Simson were securities..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 90 (adm. of Daniel Sturgis).
- [S103] Accomack Co, VA, Wills, Deeds & c., 1715-29, part I (typed), p. 354-356 (Deeds of Gift from Daniel Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to nephew Richard Sturgis and from Richard Sturgis & wife Elizabeth to uncle Daniel Sturgis).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1134 (tract A118).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 363 (adm of Daniel Sturgis to Baily Scott).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 3 (#29 Richard Sturgis).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 3 (#28 Daniel Sturgis).
William (of Daniel) Sturgis
M, b. circa 1695, d. before 29 January 1751
| Birth* | circa 1695 | William was born circa 1695 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | He married Martha (-----) circa 1720.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1726 | William (of Daniel) Sturgis inherited land in 1726 at tract A118, Parker's Neck, Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Sturgis (wife Elizabeth) died intestate and was succeeded by a son William, who in 1751 left to his wife Martha and then to a son William. They also had other children, including a daughter Bathsheba who married Levin Dix, whom she survived. No record was found of how the land passed from William Sturgis Jr. to his sister Bathsheba Dix, But in ther will of 1799 she directed that this land be sold and it was purchased by Richard Drummond of Norfolk.1 |
| Will* | 7 January 1746 | He made a will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. To wife Martha whole estate during her widow & then to my son William Sturgis plantation where I now dwell, he to allow my son Joshua Sturgis a sufficient maintenance during his natural life out of the profits of the same. Son Isaiah Sturgis. Soh Jacob Sturgis. Daughter Martha Sturgus. Daughter Elizabeth Sturgis. Daughter Bathsheba Sturgis. Daughter Mary Coverly. Bal. of estate to be divided between the rest of my children. Wife Martha & son William Exrs. Witt: Abel Finney, John Barnes, William Arbuckle, Wonne Rew..2 |
| Death* | before 29 January 1751 | William died before 29 January 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. Joshua Sturgis heir at law to the testator..2 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1134 (tract A118).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Martha (-----)
F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Martha was born circa 1700. |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | She married William (of Daniel) Sturgis, son of Daniel (of John I) Sturgis and Elizabeth (-----), circa 1720.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1720 | As of circa 1720,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Will - Husb's* | 7 January 1746 | Martha was named in her husband's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Martha in the will of William Sturgis..1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 24 April 1751 | Martha witnessed a will on 24 April 1751 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Thomas Ryley, Richard Grinalds, Martha Sturgis & John Abbott Bundick witnessed the will of Christopher Stephens, wife Elizabeth.2 |
| Land conveyed* | 28 February 1758 | She conveyed land on 28 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. Martha Sturgis, widow & divise of William Sturgis dec'd and Joshua Sturgis, son & heir at law of William Sturgis dec'd sold land devisied in William Sturgis dec'd will on the Seaboard side to them to Isaiah Sturgis, son & devisee of the said William Sturgis dec'd for 2 shillings.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 167 (will of Christopher Stephens, wife Elizabeth).
- [S631] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 003, 1757-1770, p. 38 (deed from Martha Sturgis & Joshua Sturgis to Isaiah Sturgis).
Joshua (of Wm) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1722
| Birth* | circa 1722 | Joshua was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Joshua was named in his father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Joshua Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha. He was also named heir at law at probate, making his th oldest son..1 |
| Land conveyed* | 28 February 1758 | He conveyed land on 28 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. Martha Sturgis, widow & divise of William Sturgis dec'd and Joshua Sturgis, son & heir at law of William Sturgis dec'd sold land devisied in William Sturgis dec'd will on the Seaboard side to them to Isaiah Sturgis, son & devisee of the said William Sturgis dec'd for 2 shillings.2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
- [S631] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 003, 1757-1770, p. 38 (deed from Martha Sturgis & Joshua Sturgis to Isaiah Sturgis).
William (of Wm of Daniel) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1724
| Birth* | circa 1724 | William was born circa 1724 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | William was named in his father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Isaiah (of Wm) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1726, d. before 26 May 1767
| Birth* | circa 1726 | Isaiah was born circa 1726 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Isaiah was named in his father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Isaiah Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Adah (-----) circa 1750.2 |
| Land acquired* | 28 February 1758 | Isaiah (of Wm) Sturgis acquired land on 28 February 1758 at Accomack Co, VA. Martha Sturgis, widow & divise of William Sturgis dec'd and Joshua Sturgis, son & heir at law of William Sturgis dec'd sold land devisied in William Sturgis dec'd will on the Seaboard side to them to Isaiah Sturgis, son & devisee of the said William Sturgis dec'd for 2 shillings.3 |
| Death* | before 26 May 1767 | Isaiah died before 26 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Adah Sturgis was named to settle the estate of Isaiah Sturgis. William Sturgis & Parker Copes securities..2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 209 (adm. of Isaiah Sturgis).
- [S631] Virginia Accomack County, Accomack Co, VA, Deeds, No. 003, 1757-1770, p. 38 (deed from Martha Sturgis & Joshua Sturgis to Isaiah Sturgis).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 14 (#69 Isaia Sturgis).
Jacob (of Wm) Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1728
| Birth* | circa 1728 | Jacob was born circa 1728 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Jacob was named in his father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jacob Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Martha (of Wm) Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Martha was born circa 1730 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Martha was named in her father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Martha Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Elizabeth Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1732
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Elizabeth was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Elizabeth in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Bathsheba Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1744, d. before 24 June 1799
| Birth* | circa 1744 | Bathsheba was born circa 1744 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Bathsheba was named in her father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Bathsheba Sturgis in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
| Land inherited* | 1751 | She inherited land in 1751 at tract A118, Parker's Neck, Accomack Co, VA. Daniel Sturgis (wife Elizabeth) died intestate and was succeeded by a son William, who in 1751 left to his wife Martha and then to a son William. They also had other children, including a daughter Bathsheba who married Levin Dix, whom she survived. No record was found of how the land passed from William Sturgis Jr. to his sister Bathsheba Dix, But in ther will of 1799 she directed that this land be sold and it was purchased by Richard Drummond of Norfolk.2 |
| Heir - named as | 28 June 1772 | Bathsheba was named as an heir on 28 June 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my sister-in-law Bersheba Sturgis in the will of William Drummond, wife Diadamia..3 |
| Marriage* | 3 December 1774 | She married Levin Milby Dix, son of John Dix II and Sabra Milby, on 3 December 1774 at Accomack Co, VA. John Dix was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Dix and Barshaby Sturges.4 |
| Married Name | 3 December 1774 | As of 3 December 1774,her married name was Dix. |
| Administrator* | 29 June 1795 | Bathsheba was named as administrator of an estate on 29 June 1795 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Dix was granted to Barshiba Dix with John Bundick & Beverly Copes securities.5 |
| Will* | 26 March 1799 | Bathsheba made a will on 26 March 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. To son William Dix plantation where I now live, together with all the rest of my estate for 7 years, provided he finds all my children a maintenance during that time, then I give him his choice to keep the lands forever on paying my children 100 £ each, or to sell the same & the money to be divided between all my children (himself included). To son William all my personal estate at the expiration of 7 years provided he schools my 2 youngest sons Levin & Thomas each one year. If my children refuse when they come to lawful age of giving up that piece of land (which is about 18 acres that my husband purchased of John Hickman) to my son William Dix, in that case my will is that they have but $5. of my estate. Son William Exr. Witt: Parker Barnes, John A. Bundick, Nancy Dix.6 |
| Death* | before 24 June 1799 | She died before 24 June 1799 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated. Parker Barnes qualified.6 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 1134 (tract A118).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 269 (will of William Drummond, wife Diadamia).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 413 (adm of Levin Dix to Barshiba Dix).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 461 (will of Bersheba Dix).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 172 (settlement of William Dix, Asa Dix Admr).
Mary Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1720
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Mary was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married (-----) Coverly circa 1740.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Coverly. |
| Will - Father's* | 7 January 1746 | Mary was named in her father's will on 7 January 1746 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Coverly in the will of William Sturgis, wife Martha..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
(-----) Coverly
M, b. circa 1720
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 158 (will of William Sturgis, wife Martha).
Adah (-----)
F, b. circa 1725, d. before 29 December 1767
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Adah was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married Isaiah (of Wm) Sturgis, son of William (of Daniel) Sturgis and Martha (-----), circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Sturgis. |
| Administrator* | 26 May 1767 | Adah was named as administrator of an estate on 26 May 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that Adah Sturgis was named to settle the estate of Isaiah Sturgis. William Sturgis & Parker Copes securities..1 |
| Will* | 17 December 1767 | She made a will on 17 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. Son William Sturgis. Daughter Martha Sturgis. To son Jacob Sturgis. Daughter Adah Sturgis. 5 youngest children, Elizabeth, Adah, Abigal, Martha & Jacob Sturgis residual legatees. Southy Simpson Exr. Witt: Anne Copes, William Parker..2 |
| Death* | before 29 December 1767 | Adah died before 29 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated..2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 209 (adm. of Isaiah Sturgis).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 238 (will of Adah Sturgis).
- [S2772] Vernon L. Skinner Jr., The Sturgis family was researched and compiled by Vernon L. Skinner, Jr. Initial information comes from Floyd L. Otter, Origins of the Sturgis Family in Virginia & Maryland, Ash Tree Echo, Jan. 1979, Vol. XIV, Issue 1, p. 38-43. This was augmented and updated with input from Gerald Collins, Frank Courtney, Kay Davis, Linda Harrison, and Judy Stell, as well as published abstracts (many within the last 10 years) of various records of Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia: probate, deeds, tax lists, patriot information, etc., p. 14 (#69 Isaia Sturgis).
William Sturgis1
M, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | William was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Mother's* | 17 December 1767 | William was named in his mother's will on 17 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as a son William Sturgis in the will of Adah Sturgis..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 238 (will of Adah Sturgis).
Martha (of Isaiah) Sturgis1
F, b. circa 1754
| Birth* | circa 1754 | Martha was born circa 1754 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Mother's* | 17 December 1767 | Martha was named in her mother's will on 17 December 1767 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Martha Sturgis in the will of Adah Sturgis..1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 238 (will of Adah Sturgis).
