William (of Thos Jr) Nottingham Jr/Sr1
M, b. circa 1777, d. before 11 January 1841
Birth* | circa 1777 | William (of Thos Jr) Nottingham Jr/Sr was born circa 1777 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
Will - Father's* | 8 December 1787 | William was named in his father's will on 8 December 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Nottingham gave his entire estate to be eq. div. by my loving wife Margaret, my son William, and my dau. Sally Nottingham. If wife gives the land I live on to either William or Sally then the part of the ns. falling to wife in the div. to be at her disposal. Wife, my father Thomas, William Williams, and John Brickhouse, Jr. extrs. Witt: William Wilkins, Sr., Mary Johnson.1 |
Marriage | 27 August 1802 | He married Margaret 'Peggy' Mapp, daughter of Col. John Mapp and Elizabeth 'Betty' Jacob, on 27 August 1802 at Northampton Co, VA. Nathaniel Bryan was security on the M.L.B. of William Nottingham Jr and Margaret Turner.3 |
Appraiser* | 12 December 1803 | William was named as an appraiser of an estate on 12 December 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Nathaniel Bryan was granted to Nathaniel Holland. Appraisers: David Topping, William Nottinghan Jr., Jonas Belote and William Bain. Audit & Settlement, Nathaniel Holland admin. Starts on 16 Jan 1804. Recorded 11 July 1808.4 |
Est Settm't F-in-law* | 13 February 1809 | He was named in the settlement of his father-in-law's estate on 13 February 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of George Lewis was granted to William Nottingham Jr. & widow Margaret. No administration records.5 |
Appraiser | 10 December 1810 | William was named as an appraiser of an estate on 10 December 1810 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Charles Snead, Charles Dillion, Custis Kendall Jr. and William Nottingham Jr. were named to appraise the estate of Henry P. Guy.6 |
Security on MLB* | 13 May 1811 | He was the security on a M.L.B. On 13 May 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Nottingham Jr. was security on the M.L.B. of John W. Dixon and Molly Lewis, daughter of Margaretta Lewis, who gave consent. Sally Nottingham was a witness.3 |
Appraiser | 12 October 1812 | William was named as an appraiser of an estate on 12 October 1812 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that William Nottingham Senr., William Nottingham Jr., Jacob Nottingham and John Knight were named to appraise the estate of Leonard Baker.7 |
Appraiser | 12 January 1818 | William was named as an appraiser of an estate on 12 January 1818 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Nathaniel Widgeon, John Widgeon, Thomas N. Williams and William Nottingham Jr. were named to appraise the estate of Richard Nottingham, wife no name.8 |
Tax list (personal)* | 17 March 1820 | He was on the personal property tax list on 17 March 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as William Nottingham of Thos. with 1 white male over 16, 5 slaves over 16, 1 slave 12-16, 4 horses, a 2-wheel carriage valued at $50 and a 2-wheel carriage valued at $150.9 |
Will - Mother's* | 8 October 1822 | William was named in his mother's will on 8 October 1822 at tract N49, Indiantown Neck - Sea Side from Eastville, Northampton Co, VA. In her will Margaret Lewis gave to son William Nottingham and his heirs forever the tract of land or plantation whereon I now live containing by estimation two hundred acres. I give and bequeath unto my daughter Molly Dixon, wife of John W. Dixon. I give and bequeath unto my son William Nottingham all the interest right and title I have in the Negroes and other estate or property belonging to or in the possession of my daughter Sally Nottingham at the time of her death and which I acquired or descended to me upon her death. Son William Nottingham executor. Signed with her mark, Margaret Lewis. Witnesses: Jacob G. Parker, John Adams and Willm Kendall. (NOTE: Whitelaw shows that a 1740 survey of this 200 acres belonging to Thomas Johnson was recorded; it was bounded on the west by the John Stringer part and a portion of the Thomas Cowdrey part of the Elkington Savage land, and on the north had some frontage on the present Kendall Grove crossroad. In 1768 Thomas Johnson (wife Mary) left 200 acres to his son William, who married Elishe, a daughter of Silvanus Haggoman, and in 1776 their daughter and heir Peggy married Thomas Nottingham, Jr. In 1788 he died leaving his wife Margaret and children William and Sally. The widow married George Lewis the next year and in her will of 1825 she left her 200-acre plantation to her son William Nottingham.)10,11 |
Will - Extr* | 28 March 1824 | He was named as the executor of a will on 28 March 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Haggoman requested that all my just debts be paid and if my personal estate should be insufficient for that purpose my will & desire is that my executor sell the whole of my real estate or so much thereof as may be necessary. I am indebted to John Eyre Esquire in the sum of three hundred & eighty four dollars & ten cents on account of some one or more of his wards, my will is that my executor shall pay to the said John Eyre the debt aforesaid. All the rest of my estate I give to my niece Esther S. Nottingham. I hereby constitute and appoint my friend William Nottingham Jr. whole and sole executor. Signed, Wm Haggoman. Witnesses: N. Winder, John H. Winder and Levin Y. Winder.12 |
Land cause | 3 July 1826 | He was named in a land cause on 3 July 1826 at Northampton Co, VA. In a suit for sale of land, John Addison vs William Nottingham & Margaret his wife, Alexander W. Ward & Jenny his wife and William, Thomas, Samuel & Esther Notthingham. That a certain James S. Turner, late of this county, being seized in fee of and in a certain tract of land hereinafter mentioned, and being desirous to secure your orator from all loss or injury which you orator might sustain from your orator being bound as the said James S. Turner's security in a bond formerly due to John Eyre, and on the 30 November 1825, in a suit in the Court of Northampton in the name of William E. Lyon for the use of John C. Wilson, and for the sum of $375.36 dated 1 January 1824 and being also desirous to secure your orator & a certain John Widgeon from all loss or damage in their securityship for the said James S. Turner in his administration on the estate of Michael Savage, dec'd, did by deed dated 30 November 1825, mortgage to you orator and the said John Widgeon a tract of land in Northampton, containing by estimation 420 acres, more or less, adjoining the lands of Thomas E. Addison's heirs, Edward R. Turner, et al, James Sanford's heirs and Joshua Turner's heirs, &c., being the same land where the said James S. Turner on the __ day of January, 1826, departed this life intestate, leaving a widow Sally Turner, a mother Margaret Nottingham, the wife of William Nottingham, and the following brothers & sisters, Jenny Ward, the wife of Alexander W. Ward, William Nottingham, Thomas Nottingham, Samuel Nottingham and Esther Nottingham.13 |
Chancery suit* | 11 February 1828 | He was named in a chancery suit on 11 February 1828 at Northampton Co, VA. Chancery suit of John Addison vs William Nottingham & Margaret his wife, Alexander W. Ward & Jenny his wife & William, Thomas, Samuel & Esther Nottingham. The defendants having failed to comply with the condition of the decree, the land was sold to Jno Addison, the highest bidder, on October 18, 1826 for $1150. Refers to the estate of Michael Savage. See Library of Virginia Chancery Causes for Northampton County 1828-004. (the following abstract by David Scott) The suit states that James S. Turner mortgaged a tract of land containing 420 acres bounded easterly by the land of Thomas E. Addison's heirs, westerly by the land Edward R. Turner & al, northerly on the land of James Sandford's heirs & Joshua Turner's heirs & southerly by a branch between said Turner & Tully R. Wise's heirs being the same tract on which the said James Turner lived. It goes on to say that James S. Turner died intestate in 1826 leaving a widow Sally Turner, a mother Margaret Nottingham the wife of Wm. Nottingham and the following brothers and sisters; Jenny Ward the wife of Alexander W. Ward, Wm Nottingham, Thomas Nottingham, Samuel Nottingham & Esther Nottingham.14 |
Will* | 31 January 1840 | William made a will on 31 January 1840 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Nottingham Senr gave son Samuel Y. Nottingham my seaside plantation containing 270 acres adjoining the lands of Robert B. Nottingham and others upon condition that he will pay to my son Thomas J.L.L. Nottingham the sum of one thousand dollars. I give & devise to my son William P. Nottingham my plantation whereon he now resides containing 200 acres adjoining the lands of Dr. George T. Yerby, Shadrack T. Ames and others upon condition that he will pay to my son Thomas J. L.L. Nottingham the sum of one thousand dollars. To my daughter Esther S.B. Nottingham. I give to my son Samuel Y. Nottingham a Negro man or boy named Charles. I give to my son William P. Nottingham a Negro girl named Eliza. I give to my son Thomas J. L. L. Nottingham a Negro boy named William. I hereby constitute and appoint my sons Samuel Y., William P. & Thomas J.L.L. Nottingham executors. Signed, Wm Nottingham Senr. Witnesses: Miers W. Fisher, Victor A. Nottingham and Thos J. Nottingham. Codicil written on February 17, 1840. The 270 acres that had been given to his son Samuel was sold and he directed his executors to purchase other land for the sum of $4,500 dollars.15 |
Death* | before 11 January 1841 | He died before 11 January 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.15 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 493 (will of Thomas Nottingham Jr., wife Margaret).
- [S2499] Dr. David R. Scott, Eastern Shore Family Research Files, citing the Smith Nottingham Bible.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 230 (admin of Nathaniel Bryan to Nathaniel Holland).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 236 (adm of George Lewis to William Nottingham Jr. & widow Margaret).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 66 (will of Henry P. Guy).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 73 (will of Leonard Baker).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 102 (will of Richard Nottingham, wife no name).
- [S2572] Allen B. Hamilton, Northampton County, Virginia, Personal Tax List, 1800-1820, p. 185.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 144 (will of Margaret Lewis).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 274 (tract N49).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 150 (will of William Haggoman).
- [S884] Stratton Nottingham, Northampton Co, VA, Land Causes 1731-1868 & Lancaster County, VA 1795-1848, p. 113-114 (John Addison vs William Nottingham & Margaret his wife, Alexander W. Ward & Jenny his wife and William, Thomas, Samuel & Esther Notthingham).
- [S2499] Dr. David R. Scott, Eastern Shore Family Research Files, citing N'hamp Order Book 38, p. 167 (chancery suit John Addison vs. Wm. Nottingham & wife Margaret, Alex W. Ward & wife Jenny, and William, Thomas, Samuel & Esther Nottingham).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 191 (will of William Nottingham Senr).
Sally (of Thos Jr) Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1779, d. before 8 October 1822
Birth* | circa 1779 | Sally (of Thos Jr) Nottingham was born circa 1779 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 8 December 1787 | Sally was named in her father's will on 8 December 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Nottingham gave his entire estate to be eq. div. by my loving wife Margaret, my son William, and my dau. Sally Nottingham. If wife gives the land I live on to either William or Sally then the part of the ns. falling to wife in the div. to be at her disposal. Wife, my father Thomas, William Williams, and John Brickhouse, Jr. extrs. Witt: William Wilkins, Sr., Mary Johnson.1 |
Marriage witnessed* | 13 May 1811 | She witnessed a marriage on 13 May 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Nottingham Jr. was security on the M.L.B. of John W. Dixon and Molly Lewis, daughter of Margaretta Lewis, who gave consent. Sally Nottingham was a witness.2 |
Death* | before 8 October 1822 | She died before 8 October 1822 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
Will - Mother's* | 8 October 1822 | Sally was named in her mother's will on 8 October 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Margaret Lewis gave to son William Nottingham and his heirs forever the tract of land or plantation whereon I now live containing by estimation two hundred acres. I give and bequeath unto my daughter Molly Dixon, wife of John W. Dixon. I give and bequeath unto my son William Nottingham all the interest right and title I have in the Negroes and other estate or property belonging to or in the possession of my daughter Sally Nottingham at the time of her death and which I acquired or descended to me upon her death. Son William Nottingham executor. Signed with her mark, Margaret Lewis. Witnesses: Jacob G. Parker, John Adams and Willm Kendall.3 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 493 (will of Thomas Nottingham Jr., wife Margaret).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 144 (will of Margaret Lewis).
George (of George) Holt1
M, b. circa 1732, d. before 14 March 1758
Birth* | circa 1732 | George (of George) Holt was born circa 1732 at Northampton Co, VA. |
Administrator* | 10 June 1755 | George was named as administrator of an estate on 10 June 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Nicholas Campbell was granted to George Holt with Addison Nottingham posting £50 security. Appraisers: Henry Tomlinson, George Powell, Southy Widgeon and Samuel Williams.2 |
Est inventory submit* | 9 September 1755 | He submitted an inventory of an estate on 9 September 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. An inventory and appraisement of the estate of Nicholas Campbell dec'd was returned by George Holt his Admr and is ordered to be recorded.3 |
Jury duty* | 13 July 1757 | He served on a jury on 13 July 1757 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as George Holt in a case of Bartholomew Pettitt vs James Johnson.4 |
Jury duty | 10 August 1757 | He served on a jury on 10 August 1757 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as George Holt in a case of Bartholomew Pettitt assignee of John Flood vs Thomas White and in a case of Jonathan Pettitt vs Salathiel Harrison.5 |
Marriage* | 31 December 1757 | He married Ann (249) Custis, daughter of Edmund (241) Custis and Katherine (75) Sparrow, on 31 December 1757 at Northampton Co, VA. Adderson Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of George Holt and Anne Custis, daughter of Edmund Custis dec'd..6,7 |
Will* | circa February 1758 | George made a will circa February 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. His will was undated. The nuncup. will of George Holt seaman in the time of his last sickness being at sea, to wit: I give my wife Anne Holt all my estate, except one n. man called Port which I desire should go between Martin Holt and Obadiah Holt. Put into writing within two days after his death by Thomas Wilkins who heard them pronounced.8 |
Death* | before 14 March 1758 | George died before 14 March 1758. It was on this date that his will was probated. The widow Anne qualified..6 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 373 (will of George Holt, seaman, undated).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 363 (adm of Nicholas Campbell to George Holt).
- [S869] Frank V. Walczyk, Northampton Co, VA, Bk 24, Orders, 1753-1758, p. 125 (9 Sep 1755 Court).
- [S869] Frank V. Walczyk, Northampton Co, VA, Bk 24, Orders, 1753-1758, p. 221 (13 Jul 1757 Court).
- [S869] Frank V. Walczyk, Northampton Co, VA, Bk 24, Orders, 1753-1758, p. 228 (10 Aug 1757 Court).
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 526 (Anthony West Family).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 373 (will of George Holt, seaman, wife Anne).
Obadiah Holt1
M, b. 1741
Birth* | 1741 | Obadiah Holt was born in 1741 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
Will - Brother's* | circa February 1758 | Obadiah was named in his brother's will circa February 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Martin Holt in the will of George Holt, seaman, wife Anne.1 |
Age was stated* | March 1758 | His age was stated in March 1758 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Obdiah, orphan of Geo. Holt, age 17.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 373 (will of George Holt, seaman, wife Anne).
- [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. 53.
Thomas (of Wm) Willett
M, b. before 1725, d. before 11 February 1752
Birth* | before 1725 | Thomas (of Wm) Willett was born before 1725 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
Will - Father's | 13 December 1725 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 13 December 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Willett Jr. gave to my loving wife Rose. To my son Thomas my wife's wedding ring. To my dau. Mary Willet. Resid. legatees my wife and two children Thomas and Mary. Wife extrx. My friends Thomas and John Goffigon to assist her. Witt: William Willett, Ann Willett, Thomas Goffigon.1 |
Guardian - chose* | March 1738/39 | He chose a guardian on in March 1738/39 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Thos. Willett and would have been age 14 or older to chose his own guardian.2 |
Will - GrFath's | 18 October 1739 | Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 18 October 1739 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Willett gave to my dau. Elizabeth Goffigon my 450 A. plantation whereon I now live bounded westerly upon Old Plantation Creek, southerly upon the land I sold to William Baker, northerly upon my north bounds of my 1100 A., easterly on a line of marked trees upon the eastern side of the White Marsh Swamp, the said line running from near the head of Pimmino Branch to the north bounds of my 1100 A. To dau. Elizabeth n. woman Rose and n. girl Rachael. To my grandson Thomas Willet the 400 A. plantation whereon Francis Stokely now liveth bounded easterly upon the sea board side, southerly upon Kill Point Branch and from the head of Kill Point Branch along a line of marked trees to the head of a small valley and to the north bounds of my 1100 A., bounded westerly on a line of marked trees running from my north bound of my 1100 A. near the plantation where Thomas Clay now liveth to a white oak on the south bounds of Thomas Benthall's land near the head of Stokely's land. To grandson Thomas Willet n. boy Cesar. To granddau. Mary Willet mulatto girl Dinah. To my three grandsons William, Hillary, and Douglas Willet 650 A. bounded easterly on the sea board side, northerly upon Andrews Creek, by the seaside county road, and by Pimmino Creek. My grandson William Willet to have the south part of the plantation where his father Hillary Willet lived bounded by Thickety Gut. Grandson Hillary to have the next southward part being the plantation where Hambleton now lives. Grandson Douglas to have the plantation where Thomas Clay now lives. To my two granddaus. Mary and Elishe Hunt 150 A. bounded by land given to Elizabeth Goffigon, the lands of Thomas Willet, John Williams and Azariah Hunt and the plantation whereon Charles Thomsons lived. To my dau. Leah Goffigon 125 A., n. women Pegg, and n. boys John and James. To my dau. Ann Hunt 125 A., n. girl Esther and n. boy Solomon. To my granddaus. Mary and Elishe Hunt n. girl Elishe. To my dau. Leah Goffigon the 200 A. plantation whereon James Spady now lives bounded by Kill Point Branch and Andrews Creek. To my two granddaus. Isabell Senior and Mary Senior, n. girl Nanny. My dau. in law Frances Gelding to have the benefit of the land given to her children until they come to lawful age if she will learn them to read, write and cypher. Resid. legatees my three daus. Elizabeth and Leah Goffigon and Ann Hunt. Extrs. my three sons in law Thomas and James Goffigon and Thomas Hunt. Witt: Hillary Hunt, Benjamin Johnson, Daniel Benthall.3 |
Marriage* | circa 1746 | He married Tabitha (-----) circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.4 |
Will* | 21 January 1751 | Thomas made a will on 21 January 1751 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Willett gave my son William my land and two guns. To loving wife Tabitha one feather bed. To dau. Anne one feather bed. To dau. Elizabeth one feather bed. Negro fellow Caesar to be sold. Wife to have use of remaining estate during widowhood and then to be eq. div. by wife and children. Wife extrx. Witt: Matthew Floyd, Thomas Goffigon, William Stockly.4 |
Death* | before 11 February 1752 | He died before 11 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. Matthew Floyd, Jr. qualified as admtr.4 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of William Willett Jr., wife Rose).
- [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. 118.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 349 (will of Thomas Willett, wife Tabitha).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [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. 118 (Wm Willett shown as orphan of Thos).
Arcadia Moore
F, b. circa 1740
Birth* | circa 1740 | Arcadia Moore was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA. |
Marriage Named in* | 28 April 1784 | She was named as a parent in a marriage record on 28 April 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. John Savage was the security on the M.L.B. of Capt. Stuart Holt and Susannah Moore, daughter of Arcadia Moore who gave consent.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802.
Mary Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1764, d. before 15 January 1795
Birth* | circa 1764 | Mary Nottingham was born circa 1764 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Mother's* | 4 December 1785 | Mary was named in her mother's will on 4 December 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Nottingham in the will of Mary Nottingham, brother Stewart Holt.1 |
Death* | before 15 January 1795 | She died before 15 January 1795 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mary Nottingham was granted to Isaac Nottingham. Auditors: George Lewis, William Simkins & Littleton Savage. (NOTE: This may be her's mother's estate.)2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 484 (will of Mary Nottingham, brother Stewart Holt).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 510 (adm of Mary Nottingham to Isaac Nottingham).
Isaac Nottingham1
M, b. circa 1766
Birth* | circa 1766 | Isaac Nottingham was born circa 1766 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Mother's* | 4 December 1785 | Isaac was named in his mother's will on 4 December 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as son Isaac Nottingham in the will of Mary Nottingham, brother Stewart Holt.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 484 (will of Mary Nottingham, brother Stewart Holt).
George (of Littleton) Kendall1,2
M, b. circa 1756, d. 24 November 1784
Birth* | circa 1756 | George (of Littleton) Kendall was born circa 1756 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Extr* | 30 June 1780 | He was named as the executor of a will on 30 June 1780 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Stephen Sampson of the State of Virginia gave to beloved wife Anne use of whole estate during her life to bring up my sons until 14. To eldest living son my lot at the Courthouse given me by Mr. John Bowdoin. If I should leave a dau., my wife to raise her at her discretion. At wife's death entire estate to be eq. div. by my children (no names). Eldest living son and George Kendall son of Littleton extrs. At probate: according to the oaths of John Harmanson, Sr. and Griffin Stith, Jr. the will was wholly wrote by the testr.2 |
Will* | 23 November 1784 | George made a will on 23 November 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will George Kendall of Hungars Parish gave to Margaret Sampson dau. of Stephen Sampson dec'd n. woman Phillis and child. To Severn Eyre n. boy Appy. To Littleton Eyre my black riding horse. To Dr. Edward Duff the horse I had of Thomas Kendall. To Rev. Samuel Smith McCroskey one pipe of the best Maderia wine that can be procured in Norfolk. To my loving mother during her life the use of all my lands and slaves not heretofore bequeathed and then to Margaret Eyre dau. of Severn Eyre dec'd, but if she dies before 21 without heirs then to George Sampson son of Stephen dec'd. Friends Rev. McCroskey and Littleton Eyre, Esq. extrs. Witt: Thomas Parsons, Nelson Robins, John Stoughten Harmanson. Codicil, Undated: To James Sampson my lots at Northampton Courthouse. And Mr. John Bowdoin from whom I purchased them to pass deeds of conveyance to James. At probate the testator's name is given as George Kendall, Sr. His will was proved 14 Dec 1784.3 |
Death* | 24 November 1784 | He died on 24 November 1784 at Northampton Co, VA.4 |
Burial* | 6 December 1784 | George was buried on 6 December 1784 at Kendall Grove, Northampton Co, VA. The tombstone book shows him as George Kendall, Gent., who died 24 Nov 1784, age 25. Erected by his friend George Parker.4 |
Anecdote* | | According to Henry Hunt Jr., George Kendall was engaged to Margaret Eyre when he contracted a fever and died. It was because of this great affection for her that he left her his property, after the death of his mother. When she later married George Parker her own feeling of affection and gratitude prompted then to give the present name of Kendall Grove to the plantation.5 |
Will - Mother's* | 4 December 1785 | George was named in his mother's will on 4 December 1785 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Mary Nottingham gave to dau. Mary Nottingham my best bed and furniture, and my seal skin trunk with my clothes. To son Isaac Nottingham my horse "Tryal" with the saddle and bridle purchased of my son George Kendall's estate. My children Isaac and Mary resid. legatees. Brother Stewart Holt extr. Witt: Littleton Eyre, Littleton Savage, Thomas Sutter.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 484 (will of Mary Nottingham, brother Stewart Holt).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 459 (will of Stephen Sampson, wife Anne).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 480 (will of George Kendall).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S2686] Henry Barraud Hunt Jr., William Tankard, Gentlemen, Jamestown 1607, Ancestors & Descendants, p. 79 (citing Whitelaw, p. 311-312).
Esther Powell1
F, b. circa 1725, d. before 15 July 1763
Birth* | circa 1725 | Esther Powell was born circa 1725.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married Addison (of Joseph) Nottingham I, son of Joseph (of Rich II) Nottingham and Bridget Addison, circa 1745.1 |
Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Nottingham. |
Death* | before 15 July 1763 | Esther Powell died before 15 July 1763 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Adderson Nottingham married Barbaray Powell, widow.3 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 396 (adm of John Powell to Addison Nottingham).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
Francis Batson1
M, b. circa 1678, d. before 8 March 1725
Birth* | circa 1678 | Francis Batson was born circa 1678 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 13 September 1704 | Francis was named in his father's will on 13 September 1704 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as sone Francis Badson in the will of John Batson, wife Grace.2 |
Marriage* | circa 1715 | He married Ann (-----) circa 1715 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Brother's* | 4 May 1720 | Francis was named in his brother's will on 4 May 1720 at N'hamp Co, VA. He was shown as Francis Batson and named one of the overseers of the estate in the will of Jacob Batson, wife Barbary. (NOTE: It is assumed that he was his brother.)3 |
Will* | 22 February 1725 | Francis made a will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Francis Batson of Hungars Parish. To my beloved wife Ann the tract of land and my plantation whereon I now dwell during her widowhood and then to my son Jonathan. To my son Nehemiah that part of a tract of land called "Glaswells Branch", my part being the 150 A. on the north side of the road for which part a bond was drawn between John Allegood and Francis Batson. Sons to be of age at 18 and my daus. at 16. My sons to live with their mother until 21. If my son Jonathan dies without heirs then the 100 A. plantation whereon I dwell to my son Solomon. To my dau. Ann. To my dau. Barbara. My children Jonathan, Nehemiah, Anne, Solomon, and Barbara and child wife goes with resid. legatees. Wife extrx. Friends John Harmanson and Jonathan Stodd(sic), Sr. to oversee. Witt: John Batson, Nathaniel Powell, David William.1 |
Death* | before 8 March 1725 | He died before 8 March 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 176 (will of John Batson, wife Grace).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 234 (will of Jacob Batson, planter, wife Barbary).
Ann (-----)1
F, b. circa 1690, d. before 14 January 1755
Birth* | circa 1690 | Ann (-----) was born circa 1690.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1706 | She married John Elligood circa 1706.2 |
Married Name | circa 1706 | As of circa 1706,her married name was Elligood. |
Marriage* | circa 1715 | Ann (-----) married Francis Batson, son of John Batson and Grace Satchell, circa 1715 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Married Name | circa 1715 | As of circa 1715,her married name was Batson. |
Will - Husb's* | 22 February 1725 | Ann was named in her husband's will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a wife Ann in the will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish.1 |
Will - Son's* | 23 January 1752 | Ann was named in her son's will on 23 January 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my honored mother Anne Batson in the will of Nehemiah Batson, wife Mary.3 |
Will* | 3 February 1752 | Ann made a will on 3 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. To my son William Ellegood. To my dau. Anne Morgain's children a £40 note due from Abel Powell. To son Solomon Batson another £40 note due from Abel Powell. Both notes to be paid by Abel when his son John has right to the land whereon I now dwell, for which I have made a deed to him this day. Resid. legatees my four children William Ellegood, Solomon Batson, and daus. Anne Morgain and Barbary Powell. Son in law Abel Powell extr. Witt: Littleton Eyre, Isaac Dunton, Isaac Smith.4 |
Death* | before 14 January 1755 | She died before 14 January 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.4 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 188 (will of John Elligood, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 348 (will of Nehemiah Batson, wife Mary).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 366 (will of Anne Batson, son Solomon Batson).
Solomon Batson1
M, b. circa 1722
Birth* | circa 1722 | Solomon Batson was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 22 February 1725 | Solomon was named in his father's will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Solomon (under 18) in the will of Francis Batson, wife Ann, of Hungars Parish.1 |
Will - Mother's* | 3 February 1752 | Solomon was named in his mother's will on 3 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Solomon Batson in the will of Anne Batson.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 366 (will of Anne Batson, son Solomon Batson).
Ann Batson1
F, b. circa 1720
Birth* | circa 1720 | Ann Batson was born circa 1720 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 22 February 1725 | Ann was named in her father's will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Ann (under 16) in the will of Francis Batson, wife Ann, of Hungars Parish.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married (-----) Morgan circa 1740.2 |
Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Morgan. |
Will - Mother's* | 3 February 1752 | Ann was named in her mother's will on 3 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Anne Morgain in the will of Anne Batson.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 366 (will of Anne Batson, son Solomon Batson).
Nehemiah Batson1
M, b. circa 1718, d. before 11 February 1752
Birth* | circa 1718 | Nehemiah Batson was born circa 1718 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 22 February 1725 | Nehemiah was named in his father's will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son Nehemiah in the will of Francis Batson, wife Ann, of Hungars Parish.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1745 | He married Mary (-----) circa 1745.2 |
Will* | 23 January 1752 | Nehemiah made a will on 23 January 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. To my loving wife Mary n. fellow Isaac and all my remaining estate with following exceptions. To my honored mother Anne Batson n. boy James. To my brother William Ellegood my fiddle that he once gave to me. Wife extrx. Witt: Southey Satchell, Richard Saunders, James Saunders.2 |
Death* | before 11 February 1752 | He died before 11 February 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 348 (will of Nehemiah Batson, wife Mary).
Jonathan Batson1
M, b. circa 1716, d. before 14 March 1737
Birth* | circa 1716 | Jonathan Batson was born circa 1716 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 22 February 1725 | Jonathan was named in his father's will on 22 February 1725 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Jonathan Batson in the will of Francis Batson, wife Ann, of Hungars Parish.1 |
Death* | before 14 March 1737 | He died before 14 March 1737 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Jonathan Batson was granted to Anne Batson. Appraisers: Abell Powell, Jonas Batson, John Roberts Sr. & John Powell.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of Francis Batson of Hungars Parish, wife Ann).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 279 (adm of Jonathan Batson to Anne Batson).
(dau of Addison) Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1746, d. before 8 January 1773
Birth* | circa 1746 | (dau of Addison) Nottingham was born circa 1746 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1765 | She married (-----) Dixon circa 1765.2 |
Married Name | circa 1765 | As of circa 1765,her married name was Dixon. |
Death* | before 8 January 1773 | (dau of Addison) Nottingham died before 8 January 1773. She was evidently dec'd by this date as Addison Notthingham named granddaughters Peggy & Sarah Dixon in his will and gave each of them £10.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 378 (will of Abel Powell, wife Barbary).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
(-----) Dixon1
M, b. circa 1740
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
Peggy Dixon1
F, b. circa 1766
Birth* | circa 1766 | Peggy Dixon was born circa 1766 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 8 January 1773 | Peggy was named in her grandfather's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as granddaughter Peggy Dixon in the will of Addison Nottingham.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
Sarah Dixon1
F, b. circa 1768
Birth* | circa 1768 | Sarah Dixon was born circa 1768 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 8 January 1773 | Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a granddaughter Sarah Dixon in the will of Addison Nottingham.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
John Powell1
M, b. circa 1700, d. before 12 February 1765
Birth* | circa 1700 | John Powell was born circa 1700.1 |
Death* | before 12 February 1765 | He died before 12 February 1765 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of John Powell was granted to Addison Nottingham.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 396 (adm of John Powell to Addison Nottingham).
Esther Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1762
Birth* | circa 1762 | Esther Nottingham was born circa 1762 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 8 January 1773 | Esther was named in her father's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Esther Nottingham (not of age) in the will of Addison Nottingham. Among other items she was given £15, her part of John Powell's estate.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
William (of Addison) Nottingham1
M, b. circa 1745, d. before 19 December 1783
Birth* | circa 1745 | William (of Addison) Nottingham was born circa 1745 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
Marriage* | 16 November 1768 | He married Leah Walter, daughter of John Walter IV and Anne (of Luke) Johnson, on 16 November 1768 at Northampton Co, VA. Edmund Glanville was security on the M.L.B. of William Nottingham and Leah Walter, daughter of John Walter.2 |
Will - Father's* | 8 January 1773 | William was named in his father's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son William in the will of Addison Nottingham. He was not shown as underage as were the other children.1 |
Will* | 18 November 1783 | William made a will on 18 November 1783 at Hungars Parish, Northampton Co, VA. In his will William Nottingham, of Hungars Parish, gave to wife Leah the use of all my land westward of the main county road until my son Joseph Walter Nottingham is 20 or during her widowhood to support my younger children, and 6 silver teaspoons marked with the initial letters of our names. To my son Joseph my land when 20, my great family Bible, and my gun and £10 in lieu of same given him by his grandfather John Walter. To my dau. Nancy Nottingham 6 silver teaspoons, and £10 left by her grandfather. To dau. Jenny Nottingham 2 silver teaspoons marked "L.A.W." Land over main county road to be sold. After wife's widowhood or Joseph's attaining the age of 20, remaining estate to be div. by wife and children, viz., Nancy Nottingham, Jenny Nottingham, Nathaniel Addison Nottingham, and John Addison Nottingham. Wife and friend William Harmanson extrs. Witt: John Savage, Sr., John Dalbe, Nathaniel Tyson.3 |
Death* | before 19 December 1783 | He died before 19 December 1783 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 474 (will of William Nottingham, wife Leah).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 431 (will of John Walter).
Addison Nottingham II1
M, b. circa 1758, d. before 14 December 1784
Birth* | circa 1758 | Addison Nottingham II was born circa 1758 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 8 January 1773 | Addison was named in his father's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Addison (not of age) in the will of Addison Nottingham.1 |
Death* | before 14 December 1784 | He died before 14 December 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Addison Nottingham was granted to Levin Matthews.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 470 (adm of Addison Nottingham to Levin Matthews).
Mary Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1760
Birth* | circa 1760 | Mary Nottingham was born circa 1760 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 8 January 1773 | Mary was named in her father's will on 8 January 1773 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as a daughter Mary Nottingham (not of age) in the will of Addison Nottingham.1 |
Marriage* | 11 January 1779 | She married Levin (of Jno Custis) Matthews, son of John Custis Matthews and Martha Stott, on 11 January 1779 at Northampton Co, VA. Wm. Waterfield was security on the M.L.B. of Levin Mattews and Mary Nottingham, daughter of Addison Nottingham dec'd.2 |
Married Name | 11 January 1779 | As of 11 January 1779,her married name was Matthews. |
Will - Husb's* | 27 November 1794 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 27 November 1794 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Levin Mathews gave to my dau. Rosey Mathews n. girl Darkey. To my dau. Nancy Mathews n. boy Spencer. To my dau. Catey Mathews n. girl Center. To my dau. Leah Mathews n. man Will. To my wife Mary the use of n. man Toney and n. woman Grace during her life and then to my children. To son Levin all my land and mill. Wife to have use of entire estate to raise children until son Levin is of lawful age. Daus. to receive their legacies when they come of age or marry. Wife and my friend Caleb Fisher extrs. Witt: John Tankard, Isaac Bratton, Daniel Scott. Codicil - To my dau. Rosey, small n. Milley. Negro girl Tab to stay on the plantation. Witt: George Brickhouse, Jr., Isaac Bell, Keziah (X) Bell. At probate George Brickhouse and John Carpenter, Sr. qualified.3 |
Marriage Named in* | 7 October 1803 | She was named as a parent in a marriage record on 7 October 1803 at Northampton Co, VA. Michael Dunton was security on the M.L.B. of Obediah Hunt and Nancy Matthews, daughter of Mary Mathews who gave consent. Wm. Goffigon witness.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 436 (will of Addison Nottingham).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 525 (will of Levin Mathews, wife Mary).
Edward Belote1
M, b. circa 1735
Birth* | circa 1735 | Edward Belote was born circa 1735 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's | 28 February 1742 | Edward was named in his father's will on 28 February 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Edward Belote in the will of John Belote, wife Rachel.2 |
Marriage* | 25 November 1760 | He married Mary Nottingham, daughter of Jacob (of Rich II) Nottingham I and Mary (-----), on 25 November 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. Adderson Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Edward Belote and Mary Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham dec'd.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 312 (will of John Belote, wife Rachel).
Jacob (of Rich) Nottingham Jr.1,2
M, b. 30 September 1790, d. 5 February 1860
Birth* | 30 September 1790 | Jacob (of Rich) Nottingham Jr. was born on 30 September 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
Marriage* | 14 June 1824 | He married Rosaline 'Rosey' G. Wescott, daughter of John (of Littleton) Wescott and Rosey (of Joshua) Wescott, on 14 June 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. Geo. C. Wescoat was security on the M.L.B. of Jacob Nottingham Jr. and Rosey G. Wescoat, ward of Geo. C. Wescoat. They were married between 15 Jun & 22 Dec 1824.2 |
Will - Brother's* | 21 September 1834 | Jacob was named in his brother's will on 21 September 1834 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Severn Nottingham gave to son Julius Nottingham the tract upon which I now reside containing about 109 acres. I also give my said son Julius seventy acres of wood land to be laid off of the land I purchased of Severn E. Parker beginning at the county road and taking the said seventy acres between the land of Mrs. Margaret Read and the cleared land I bought of said Severn E. Parker. And in the event of the death of my said son Julius under the age of twenty one years I give the above mentioned tract of land and the seventy acres of wood land to my surviving son and daughters. I give all the rest of my land to my son Ellison Nottingham. But if my said son should die under the age of twenty one years I give the land hereby given to him my son Ellison to my surviving son and daughters. I give all my slaves equally to be divided between my daughters Peggy Nottingham and Harriett Susan Nottingham and in the event of the death of either of my said daughters under the age of twenty one years and unmarried I give the share of the one so dying to the surviving daughter and my two sons. Wife Rosa Nottingham. My brothers Thomas Nottingham and Jacob Nottingham should have the custody, care and education of my sons after they attain the age of eight years or earlier if their mother should be willing to part from them. And it is also my desire that my said brothers should have the education of my daughters attended to. I do nominate and appoint my brother Jacob Nottingham, executor. Signed with his mark, Severn Nottingham. Witnesses: Severn E. Parker, John Ker and Michael Dowty.4 |
Marriage Named in* | 11 July 1842 | He was named as a parent in a marriage record on 11 July 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. Joshua B. Turner, guardian of John was the security on the M.L.B. of John T.P. Scott and Virginia A.J. Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham who was also security. They were married on 13 Jul 1842.3 |
Marriage Named in* | 6 December 1849 | He was named as a parent in a marriage record on 6 December 1849 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob Nottingham was security on the M.L.B. of his son John R. Nottingham and Susan Ann Cutler dated 3 Dec 1849. She was the daughter of William W. Cutler dec'd; late ward of Edwin J. Fisher. Wm Hanby as to Susan's age. They were married 6 Dec 1849.2 |
Census head* | 1850 | Jacob was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#435 was headed by Jacob Nottingham, a 55 year old farmer with real estate valued at $20,000. Listed with him were Rosaline Nottingham, age 45; Lloyd Nottingham, age 19; Jacob Nottingham, age 15; Benjamine Nottingham, age 13; and Alexander Nottingham, age 5.5 |
Death* | 5 February 1860 | He died on 5 February 1860 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 69. Perkins' N'hamp Death Register shows him as Jacob Nottingham, who died 5 Feb 1860 of pneumonia at the age of 69 years. His parents were not listed. He was a farmer the husband of Rosey G. Nottingham. His son Benjamin F. Nottingham gave the information.3,6 |
Burial* | | Jacob was buried at Locust Lawn, Northampton Co, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 169 (will of Severn Nottingham, wife Rosa).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S2461] Sandra Perkins, Northampton County, Death Register, 1853-1870.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
Benjamin Nottingham1
M, b. circa 1792
Birth* | circa 1792 | Benjamin Nottingham was born circa 1792 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
Mary Ann Scott (West)1,2
F, b. circa 1819
Birth* | circa 1819 | Mary Ann Scott (West) was born circa 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. Her son Severn T. Nottingham's 1871 marriage to Emily E. Rayfield shows his mother maiden name was Mary Ann West.3,2 |
Marriage* | 24 July 1835 | She married Thomas (of Richard) Nottingham, son of Richard (of Jacob I) Nottingham and Mary (of Arthur) Evans, on 24 July 1835 at Worcester Co, MD. Powell shows they were married in Worcester Co, MD on 24 July 1835 and Turman shows they were married in Accomack Co, VA on 27 July 1835.1,4 |
Married Name | 24 July 1835 | As of 24 July 1835,her married name was Nottingham. |
Will - Husb's* | 25 November 1842 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 25 November 1842 at Northampton Co, VA. Settlement of Thomas Nottingham - Jacob Nottingham and John T. Scott administrators. Bond $10,000. Appraisers: Smith Nottingham, John R. Fisher, George Bell and John S. Wilson. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on December 16, 1842. Recorded on January 13, 1845. Audit and Settlement, Jacob Nottingham and John T. Scott administrators. Starts on December 17, 1842. Recorded on February 10, 1845.5 |
Census head* | 1850 | Mary was listed as a head of household in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. HH#374 was headed by Mary E. Nottingham, age 31. Listed with her were Severn P. Nottingham, age 14; John E. Nottingham, age 13; and Alfred Nottingham, age 9.3 |
Citations
- [S594] Jody Powell, Worcester Co, MD, Marriage Records, 1795-1865.
- [S2019] Phyllis Elmore, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1853-1922.
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 202 (settlement of Thomas Nottingham, wife Mary Ann).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 202 (will of Thomas Nottingham, wife Mary Ann).
Elizabeth A. Nottingham1,2
F, b. 15 July 1815, d. 23 September 1835
Birth* | 15 July 1815 | Elizabeth A. Nottingham was born on 15 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
Will - GrFath's* | 26 February 1818 | Elizabeth was named in her grandfather's will on 26 February 1818 at Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Elizabeth Nottinghan, child of my daughter Leah Nottingham, in the will of Frederick Floyd.3 |
Marriage* | 10 December 1833 | She married Albert G. Ashby, son of George (of Thomas) Ashby Sr. and (-----) (-----), on 10 December 1833 at Accomack Co, VA. Albert C. Ashby & Joseph S. Hill were the security on the M.L.B. of Albert G. Ashby and Elizabeth F. Nottingham of David.1 |
Married Name | 10 December 1833 | As of 10 December 1833,her married name was Ashby. |
Death* | 23 September 1835 | Elizabeth A. Nottingham died on 23 September 1835 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 20.2 |
Burial* | | Elizabeth was buried at Powell Plot, Mappsburg, Accomack Co, VA. Her tombstone shows her as Elizabeth A. Ashby, wife of A.G. Ashby who died 23 Sep 1835; age 20 yrs 2 months & 8 days.2 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 212 (will of Frederick Floyd).
Peggy A. Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1800
Birth* | circa 1800 | Peggy A. Nottingham was born circa 1800 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
Mary Stead Pinckney Gardiner1
F, b. 28 November 1798, d. 15 March 1823
Birth* | 28 November 1798 | Mary Stead Pinckney Gardiner was born on 28 November 1798 at Newark, New Jersey.3 |
Marriage* | 19 July 1814 | She married Richard (of Jacob II) Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham II and Elizabeth (-----), on 19 July 1814 at Northampton Co, VA. Nath'l Widgeon was the security on the M.L.B. of Richard Nottingham to Mary Stead Pinckney Gardiner, daughter of Wm. C. Gardiner who gave consent. John Whitehead was a witness.2 |
Married Name | 19 July 1814 | As of 19 July 1814,her married name was Nottingham. |
Will - Father's* | 30 March 1815 | Mary was named in her father's will on 30 March 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Walter Clarke Gardiner directed that my body may be buried by my son Victor's body his grave being enlarged and deepened for me that is my body & his coffin placed on the top of my coffin. I give to my wife Elizabeth all my property that I die possessed of. My two most dearly beloved daughters I have by her viz: Emma & Sarah. I appoint my beloved wife Elizabeth executrix. I also by this will make known that having three children by my first wife vizt: Mary S. Pinckney now wife of Richard Nottingham & settled in this county - Angelica Gilbert Gardiner my second child by my first wife living from infancy and provided for as I trust by her grandfather Thomas Wickham of Newport R. I. I feel myself therefore from the war & other losses entirely unable to give to the said Mary and Angelica anything more than what I have already sent except my blessing and ardent affection. As to my son Joseph Wanton Gardiner the third child by my first wife a cripple of 12 years & now on expense in the state of Massachusetts for his education my dying wish is & so agreed and understood by my present beloved wife that the said Joseph's expenses with Capt. Jno Smith will be paid by her & the said Joseph treated (until his Rhode Island or New York friends take him) by her my said dear wife as her own dear child. Signed, Walter C. Gardiner. Witnesses: John W. Dixon and John L. Fulwell.1 |
Will - Husb's* | 20 December 1817 | Mary was named in her husband's will on 20 December 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Richard Nottingham lent wife (unnamed) the plantation where I now live during life & at her death to be sold & the money divided in two parts one to my son William J. Nottingham & the other to my son Luther Nottingham. My desire is that my brother Jacob should be guardian to my son William J. Nottingham & my wife to my son Luther Nottingham & appoint my brother Jacob executor. Signed, Richard Nottingham. No witnesses.4 |
Death* | 15 March 1823 | She died on 15 March 1823 at Northampton Co, VA, at age 24. Stratton Nottingham in his Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors of the E.S. of VA, shows she died in 1821.3,5 |
Rev War Vet relative* | 14 April 1845 | She was shown to be related to a Rev War veteran on 14 April 1845 at Northampton Co, VA. Walter C. Gardiner, late of this county, died on or about the ___ day of March, 1817, leaving as his only heirs at law Mary Nottingham, formerly Mary Gardiner, & Angelica Gardiner, children by his first wife, and Emma Gardiner and Sally S. Gardiner, children by his wife who survived him. The said Mary Nottingham was a sister of the whole blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and died in 1821; Luther Nottingham, of this county, is her only son & heir at law now surviving her; the said Emma Gardiner married William B. Snead, and she died in 1843, leaving the following children as her only heirs at law: William, Samuel, Victor & Emma Snead surviving her; the said Sally S. Gardiner married Shadrack T. Ames, whom she now survives. Luther Nottingham is a nephew of the whole blood of the said Angelica Gardiner; the said Sally S. Ames is a sister of the half blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and the children of the said Emma Snead are nephews & nieces of the half blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and the said Luther Nottingham, Sally S. Ames, and William, Samuel, Victor & Emma Snead are the only heirs at law of the said Angelica Gardiner, late of the State of Rhode Island & formerly of this county, dec'd.5 |
Citations
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 99 (will of Walter Clarke Gardiner, physician, wife Elizabeth).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S2446] William Processer Nottingham, Some of the Ancestry of the Rev. Luther Nottingham (1817-1867), p. 52.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 102 (will of Richard Nottingham).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 109 (heirs of Walter C. Gardiner).
- [S2446] William Processer Nottingham, Some of the Ancestry of the Rev. Luther Nottingham (1817-1867), p. 53.
Dr. Walter Clarke Gardiner1
M, b. 13 September 1755, d. before 13 March 1817
Birth* | 13 September 1755 | Dr. Walter Clarke Gardiner was born on 13 September 1755 at Rhode Island.3 |
Baptism | 1790 | He was baptized in 1790 at Rhode Island. He was an adult when he was baptized.4 |
Marriage* | circa 1793 | He married Elizabeth Wickham, daughter of Thomas Wickham II and Elizabeth Wanton, circa 1793 at Rhode Island.2 |
Anecdote* | 1800 | Dr. Walter Clarke Gardiner, formerly of Rhode Island, came to Virginia to be a minister at a Northampton County Episcopal Church.5 |
Marriage | 2 May 1804 | He married Elizabeth 'Betsey' F. (of Wm III) Simkins, daughter of William Simkins III and Ann Dunton, on 2 May 1804 at Northampton Co, VA. Arthur Simkins was security on the M.L.B. of Walter C. Gardiner and Elizabeth Fulwell..6,7 |
Will* | 30 March 1815 | Walter made a will on 30 March 1815 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Walter Clarke Gardiner directed that my body may be buried by my son Victor's body his grave being enlarged and deepened for me that is my body & his coffin placed on the top of my coffin. I give to my wife Elizabeth all my property that I die possessed of. My two most dearly beloved daughters I have by her viz: Emma & Sarah. I appoint my beloved wife Elizabeth executrix. I also by this will make known that having three children by my first wife vizt: Mary S. Pinckney now wife of Richard Nottingham & settled in this county - Angelica Gilbert Gardiner my second child by my first wife living from infancy and provided for as I trust by her grandfather Thomas Wickham of Newport R. I. I feel myself therefore from the war & other losses entirely unable to give to the said Mary and Angelica anything more than what I have already sent except my blessing and ardent affection. As to my son Joseph Wanton Gardiner the third child by my first wife a cripple of 12 years & now on expense in the state of Massachusetts for his education my dying wish is & so agreed and understood by my present beloved wife that the said Joseph's expenses with Capt. Jno Smith will be paid by her & the said Joseph treated (until his Rhode Island or New York friends take him) by her my said dear wife as her own dear child. Signed, Walter C. Gardiner. Witnesses: John W. Dixon and John L. Fulwell.1 |
Death* | before 13 March 1817 | He died before 13 March 1817 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. Elizabeth Gardiner declined to administer the estate, so John Adams was appointed administor. Bond set at $6,000.1 |
Est App & Sales* | 21 March 1817 | He's appraisement and account of sales was recorded on 21 March 1817 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Rev War heirs named* | 14 April 1845 | Walter's heirs were named on 14 April 1845 at Northampton Co, VA. Walter C. Gardiner, late of this county, died on or about the ___ day of March, 1817, leaving as his only heirs at law Mary Nottingham, formerly Mary Gardiner, & Angelica Gardiner, children by his first wife, and Emma Gardiner and Sally S. Gardiner, children by his wife who survived him. The said Mary Nottingham was a sister of the whole blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and died in 1821; Luther Nottingham, of this county, is her only son & heir at law now surviving her; the said Emma Gardiner married William B. Snead, and she died in 1843, leaving the following children as her only heirs at law: William, Samuel, Victor & Emma Snead surviving her; the said Sally S. Gardiner married Shadrack T. Ames, whom she now survives. Luther Nottingham is a nephew of the whole blood of the said Angelica Gardiner; the said Sally S. Ames is a sister of the half blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and the children of the said Emma Snead are nephews & nieces of the half blood of the said Angelica Gardiner, and the said Luther Nottingham, Sally S. Ames, and William, Samuel, Victor & Emma Snead are the only heirs at law of the said Angelica Gardiner, late of the State of Rhode Island & formerly of this county, dec'd.8 |
Citations
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 99 (will of Walter Clarke Gardiner, physician, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2446] William Processer Nottingham, Some of the Ancestry of the Rev. Luther Nottingham (1817-1867), p. 52.
- [S2944] Jeffrey L. Schrader <, e-mail address> and OH Dayton, Schrader/Burnett Family Tree.
- [S2446] William Processer Nottingham, Some of the Ancestry of the Rev. Luther Nottingham (1817-1867).
- [S2446] William Processer Nottingham, Some of the Ancestry of the Rev. Luther Nottingham (1817-1867), p. 1.
- [S940] John Frederick Dorman, Adventurers of Purse and Person, Virginia, 1607-1624/5, p. 136 (Savage Family).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S575] Stratton Nottingham, Soldiers and Sailors of the Eastern Shore of Virginia In the Revolutionary War, p. 109 (heirs of Walter C. Gardiner).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 154 (will of Maria A. Wise, daughter of Elizabeth F. Gardiner).
Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham1
M, b. circa 1773, d. before 9 May 1814
Birth* | circa 1773 | Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham was born circa 1773 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 18 April 1801 | He married Patsey (of Francis III) Costin, daughter of Francis Costin III and Susanna Elliott, on 18 April 1801. Westerhouse Widgeon was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nottingham and Patsey Costin, daughter of Francis Costin who gave consent for "Patey."2 |
Est Settm't F-in-law* | 14 December 1807 | Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham was named in the settlement of his father-in-law's estate on 14 December 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Settlement of the estate of Franics Costin - Administrator William Costin. Appraisers: Joshua Fitchett Senr, Southey Spady, John Goffigon and James Goffigon. Division of Slaves. Dated November 16, 1808 Recorded on December 12, 1808. Heirs: William Parsons, William Costin, Joshua Fitchett Senr for John Costin Senr, Westerhouse Widgeon, Abraham Costin, John Parsons, Thomas Nottingham, William Dixon. Inventory and Appraisement taken on December 16, 1807. Account of Sales. Audit and Settlement. William Costin administrator. Recorded August 14, 1809.3 |
Marriage* | 8 May 1809 | He married Nancy Floyd, daughter of Capt. James Floyd Snr and Catherine (495) Kellam, on 8 May 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. Jas Floyd was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nottingham and Nancy Floyd.2 |
Death* | before 9 May 1814 | Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham died before 9 May 1814 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Thomas Nottingham was granted to Jacob Nottingham. . Bond $6,000. App. Southey Goffigon, John Elliott, William Thomas and Benjamin Stratton. Inventory and Appraisement. Taken on November 29, 1814. Account of Sales. Audit and Settlement. Jacob Nottingham, administrator. 'Cash paid Wright the hatter for hat for Jac, son of dec'd. Cash paid Rob't Greenway for tuition of Jac in 1814. Cash paid Rich'd Nottingham for board of Jac when at school. Cash paid Anne Widgen for board of Fanny Nottingham. Recorded on October 9, 1815. On May 10, 1824, John E. Nottingham was appointed administrator de bonis non. Audit and Settlement. John E. Nottingham administrator de bonis non. Begins November 1, 1824. Recorded on February 15, 1825.4 |
Land cause* | 9 July 1827 | He was named in a land cause on 9 July 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Jacob E. Nottingham and William Thomas and Fanny his wife vs. Elizabeth Nottingham & Patsey Nottingham, infant children of Thomas Nottingham, dec'd, in a suit for sale & division of land. That your complainants, Jacob Nottingham and William Thomas and Fanny his wife, formerly Fanny Nottingham, of N'hamp Co, together with Elizabeth & Patsey Nottingham, sisters of the said Jacob E. Nottingham and Fanny Thomas, all of the county of N'hamp aforesaid, are now seized in fee simple in possession as tenants in parcenary, in undivided one fourth part of the said lands - - - to wit: a plantation or parcel of and land containing 45 acres, more or less, lying in the lower part of the county aforesaid against Old Plantation Creek, adjoining the lands of William D. Stratton, Southy Goffigon, &c., and three slaves, which said land and slaves formerly belonged to Thomas Nottingham, dec'd, father of parties aforesaid.5 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 235 (settlement of the estate of Francis Costin).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 245 (adm of Thomas Nottingham to Jacob Nottingham).
- [S884] Stratton Nottingham, Northampton Co, VA, Land Causes 1731-1868 & Lancaster County, VA 1795-1848, p. 114 (Jacob E. Nottingham & Wm. Thomas & Fanny his wife vs. Elizabeth & Patsy Nottingham, infant children of Thomas Nottingham dec'd).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S574] The Robert Mears Collection (Work of Dr. Bill Burton & other Ghotes), http://espl-genealogy.org/mearscol.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 137 (will of Nancy Nottingham, widow of Thomas).
Patsey (of Francis III) Costin1
F, b. circa 1783, d. circa 1808
Birth* | circa 1783 | Patsey (of Francis III) Costin was born circa 1783 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 18 April 1801 | She married Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham II and Elizabeth (-----), on 18 April 1801. Westerhouse Widgeon was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nottingham and Patsey Costin, daughter of Francis Costin who gave consent for "Patey."1 |
Married Name | 18 April 1801 | As of 18 April 1801,her married name was Nottingham. |
Death* | circa 1808 | Patsey (of Francis III) Costin died circa 1808.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S574] The Robert Mears Collection (Work of Dr. Bill Burton & other Ghotes), http://espl-genealogy.org/mearscol.
Nancy Floyd1
F, b. circa 1786, d. before 12 July 1824
Birth* | circa 1786 | Nancy Floyd was born circa 1786 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 8 May 1809 | She married Thomas (of Jacob) Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham II and Elizabeth (-----), on 8 May 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. Jas Floyd was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Nottingham and Nancy Floyd.1 |
Married Name | 8 May 1809 | As of 8 May 1809,her married name was Nottingham. |
Will - Father's* | 1 October 1822 | Nancy was named in her father's will on 1 October 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Nancy Nottingham in the will of James Floyd.2 |
Will* | 5 July 1824 | Nancy made a will on 5 July 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. I Nancy Nottingham, widow of Thomas of the County of Northampton do make this my last will. I give to my daughters Catherine Elizabeth Nottingham and Patsy Floyd Nottingham my whole estate. In case either of my daughters Catherine Elizabeth or Patsey Floyd should die under the age of twenty one years and leave no child living at the time of her death my will is that my surviving daughter should have the whole of my estate. I appoint my brother William Floyd executor. Signed, Nancy Nottingham. Witnesses: John K. Floyd, John W. Biggs and Jno G. Hunt.3 |
Death* | before 12 July 1824 | She died before 12 July 1824 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.3 |
Est settm't* | 14 August 1826 | Her estate was settled on 14 August 1826 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator William Floyd. Bond $3000. Appraisers: William S. Williams, Thomas Williams Jr., Levin Nottingham and William Savage. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on December 11, 1824. Audit and Settlement. William Floyd administrator. Recorded, August 14, 1826.4 |
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, p. 128 (will of James Floyd).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 137 (will of Nancy Nottingham, widow of Thomas).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 137 (settlement of Nancy Nottingham, widow of Thomas).
Nancy Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1770
Birth* | circa 1770 | Nancy Nottingham was born circa 1770 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 27 December 1788 | She married Isaac Bratten on 27 December 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. John Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac Bratton and Nancy Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham.2 |
Married Name | 27 December 1788 | As of 27 December 1788,her married name was Bratten. |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Isaac Bratten1
M, b. circa 1760
Birth* | circa 1760 | Isaac Bratten was born circa 1760.1 |
Marriage* | 27 December 1788 | He married Nancy Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham II and Elizabeth (-----), on 27 December 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. John Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Isaac Bratton and Nancy Nottingham, daughter of Jacob Nottingham.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Elizabeth Nottingham1
F, b. circa 1765, d. before 30 November 1787
Birth* | circa 1765 | Elizabeth Nottingham was born circa 1765 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 15 January 1783 | She married Jonathan (of Salathiel Sr) Fitchett, son of Salathiel Fitchett Sr. and Shady (-----), on 15 January 1783 at Northampton Co, VA. John Nottingham was the security on the M.L.B. of Jonathan Fitchett and Elizabeth Nottingham.2 |
Married Name | 15 January 1783 | As of 15 January 1783,her married name was Fitchett. |
Death* | before 30 November 1787 | Elizabeth Nottingham died before 30 November 1787 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Jonathan Fitchett married Nancy Tyson.2 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 501 (will of Jacob Nottingham, wife no name).
James N. Fitchett1
M, b. circa 1784, d. before 14 October 1822
Birth* | circa 1784 | James N. Fitchett was born circa 1784 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 21 March 1788 | James was named in his grandfather's will on 21 March 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as James Fitchett, under age, in the will of Jacob Nottingham. He also named Jonathan Fitchett.1 |
Marriage* | 13 February 1809 | He married Susanna Rogers, daughter of John (bro of Robt) Rogers and Rosanne Moore, on 13 February 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. Geo Bell was security on the M.L.B. of James M. Fitchett and Susanna Rogers. Jas M Fitchett app't guardian of Susanna, orphan of John Rogers.2 |
Will - Father's* | 24 June 1816 | James was named in his father's will on 24 June 1816 at Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as my son James N. Fitchett in the will of Jonathan Fitchett, Nancy Fitchett.3 |
Will* | 24 March 1822 | James made a will on 24 March 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will James N. Fitchett gave unto my wife Susan Fitchett & my son William and my daughters Rosey, Mary & Elizar Fitchett and the child my wife is now pregnant with, the whole of my personal estate and the whole of my land. My friend, John B. Thomas, executor. Signed, James N. Fitchett. Witnesses: Jesse (his mark) Bell, William C. Gleason and John Hanby.4 |
Death* | before 14 October 1822 | He died before 14 October 1822 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was probated.4 |
Est settm't* | 11 March 1829 | His estate was settled on 11 March 1829 at Northampton Co, VA. Administrator John B. Thomas. Bond $4000. Appraisers: John H. Harmanson, Anthony Bell, William Dunton and Robins Mapp. Inventory and Appraisement taken on November 16, 1822. Account of Sales. Pages 382-388. Audit and Settlement. John B. Thomas executor. Recorded on September 13, 1824. Audit and Settlement. John B. Thomas executor. Begins on March 11, 1829. Recorded on June 8, 1829.5 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 501 (will of Jacob Nottingham, wife no name).
- [S559] Jean Merritt Mihalyka, Gravestone Inscriptions in Northampton County, Virginia.
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 208 (will of Jonathan Fitchett, wife Nancy).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 126 (will of James N. Fitchett, wife Susan).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 126 (settlement of James N. Fitchett, John B. Thomas).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Wm J Fitchett in the Virginia, Deaths and Burials Index, 1853-1917.
Levin Nottingham1
M, b. circa 1780, d. before 12 February 1827
Birth* | circa 1780 | Levin Nottingham was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | 11 March 1811 | He married Sally R. Hubbard on 11 March 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Wilkins was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Nottingham and Sally Hubard.2 |
Census head* | 7 August 1820 | Levin was listed as a head of household in the census of 7 August 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Leavin Nottingham a head of household, age 26-44 (b.c. 1775-1795). Listed with him were 2 males age 0-10; 2 males age 10-15; 2 females age 0-10; and 1 female, age 16-25. There were also 9 slaves.3 |
Security on MLB* | 18 November 1826 | He was the security on a M.L.B. On 18 November 1826 at Northampton Co, VA. Levin Nottingham was security on the M.L.B. of John W. Luker and Miss Elizabeth N. Scott. (NOTE: It is assumed that Levin Nottingham was her uncle, her mother's brother.)2 |
Death* | before 12 February 1827 | He died before 12 February 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Nottingham was granted to Benjamin N. Scott. The widow, Sally, relinquished her right to administer the estate. Bond $4000. Appraisers: Thomas Fitchett, Peter S. Bowdoin and Michael Hallett. Inventory, Appraisement and Account of Sales taken on November 20, 1827. WB 37 pages 658-665. Audit and Settlement. Benjamin N. Scott administrator. Pages 666-668. Recorded on November 10, 1828.1,4 |
Citations
- [S1964] Nora Miller Turman, Nottingham Family of Northampton Co, VA.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1820 Federal Census, Northampton Co, VA.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 274 (adm of Levin Nottingham to Benjamin N. Scott).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 324 (adm of Berry Floyd to the widow Lavinia).
Sally R. Hubbard1
F, b. circa 1795
Birth* | circa 1795 | Sally R. Hubbard was born circa 1795.2 |
Marriage* | 11 March 1811 | She married Levin Nottingham, son of Jacob Nottingham II and Elizabeth (-----), on 11 March 1811 at Northampton Co, VA. Peter Wilkins was the security on the M.L.B. of Levin Nottingham and Sally Hubard.1 |
Married Name | 11 March 1811 | As of 11 March 1811,her married name was Nottingham. |
Census w/husband* | 7 August 1820 | Sally was listed with her husband in the census of 7 August 1820 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as evidently the 1 female age 16-25 (b.c. 1795-1804) in the household headed by Leavin Nottingham, age 26-44.2 |
Est Settm't Husb's* | 12 February 1827 | She was named in her husband's estate settlement on 12 February 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Levin Nottingham was granted to Benjamin N. Scott. The widow, Sally, relinquished her right to administer the estate.3 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1820 Federal Census, Northampton Co, VA.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 274 (adm of Levin Nottingham to Benjamin N. Scott).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 324 (adm of Berry Floyd to the widow Lavinia).
Lester Brooks Linton
M, b. 18 November 1932, d. 13 October 2013
Birth* | 18 November 1932 | Lester Brooks Linton was born on 18 November 1932 at Saxis Island, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Census w/grdfather* | 3 April 1940 | Lester was listed with his grandfather in the census of 3 April 1940 at Saxis Island, Atlantic District, Accomack Co, VA. HH#22 was headed by Richard T. Evans, a 58 year old waterman. Listed with him were Minnie A. Evans, a 51 year old wife; Harry B. Linton, a 33 year old son-in-law, a waterman; Edna E. Linton, a 26 year old daughter; and Lester B. Linton, a 7 year old grandson.2 |
Living* | 1991 | He was living in 1991 at 8101 Courthouse Hill Rd, Pocomoke City, Worcester Co, MD.3 |
Obituary - Mother's* | 31 August 1995 | He was named in his mother's obituary on 31 August 1995 at Pocomoke City, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as a surviving son Lester Brooks Linton of Pocomoke, MD in the obituary of Mrs. Edna E. Linton. |
Death* | 13 October 2013 | He died on 13 October 2013 at age 80. He was shown as Lester Linton in an obituary dated 15 Oct 2013, with a spouse named Kay F. Linton and a child named Cathy L. Cox. His residence was Crisfield, MD.4,5 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Lester Brooks Linton in the Virginia, Birth Records, 1912-2016, Delayed Birth Records, 1854-1911.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Accomack Co, VA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Brooks L Linton in the U.S. Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 1.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Lester B Linton in the U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Lester Linton in the U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current.
Robley Jones Fletcher
M, b. 5 February 1919
Birth* | 5 February 1919 | Robley Jones Fletcher was born on 5 February 1919 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1945 | He married Laura Handy circa 1945.1 |
Obituary - Brother's* | 3 July 1996 | Robley Jones Fletcher was named in his brother's obituary on 3 July 1996. He was shown as a surviving brother Robley Jones Fletcher in the obituary of Dr. Donald Frank Fletcher Jr. |
Burial* | | Robley was buried at J.W. Taylor Cemetery, Temperanceville, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Virginia Richards
F, b. circa 1920, d. 1992
Laura Handy1
F, b. 8 January 1921, d. 25 November 1990
Birth* | 8 January 1921 | Laura Handy was born on 8 January 1921.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1945 | She married Robley Jones Fletcher, son of Donald Frank Fletcher Sr. and Elodie K. Jones, circa 1945.1 |
Married Name | circa 1945 | As of circa 1945,her married name was Fletcher. |
Death* | 25 November 1990 | Laura Handy died on 25 November 1990 at age 69.1 |
Citations
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Donald Frank Fletcher III
M, b. 3 April 1945, d. 15 August 1993
Birth* | 3 April 1945 | Donald Frank Fletcher III was born on 3 April 1945.1 |
Death* | 15 August 1993 | He died on 15 August 1993 at age 48.1 |
Death | | He died at Atlantic Baptist Church Cemetery, Atlantic, Acc Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2025] Linda Hunter Fletcher, M.K. Miles.
Maria Elizabeth Parsons
F, b. circa 1868
Birth* | circa 1868 | Maria Elizabeth Parsons was born circa 1868 at Wicomico Co, MD. |
Marriage* | 25 November 1891 | She married Samuel C. Trader, son of William Trader and Comfort Hudson, on 25 November 1891 at Pocomoke City, Wor Co, MD. He was shown as Samuel C. Trader, a 56 year old widower, born in Virginia and she was shown as Maria E. Parsons, age 23 and single, born in Wicomico Co, MD. Their license was dated 24 Nov 1891 and the marriage took place on 25 Nov 1891 in Pocomoke City, MD (original Worcester Co marriage records). A handwritten note has also been found wherein Colwell P. Byrd and Mary A.E. Byrd signed as wittness to the marriage of Samuel Trader of Accomack County, Virginia and Maria Elisabith Parsons of Sussex County, Delaware in Pocomoke City, Maryland at the home of the witnesses by Rev. D.M. Lenox, Pastor of the First Baptist Church of Pocomoke City on 25 Nov 1891. Evidently Mary A.E. Byrd, who was a Parsons, was Maria E. Parsons' aunt.1 |
Married Name | 25 November 1891 | As of 25 November 1891,her married name was Trader. |
Citations
- [S595] Ruth T. Dryden, Lower Eastern Shore Maryland Marriages (including the counties of Somerset, Worcester, Wicomico) 1865-1906.
Nora Frances Trader
F, b. 29 December 1893, d. 1 October 1988
Birth* | 29 December 1893 | Nora Frances Trader was born on 29 December 1893 at Rockawalkin, Wico Co, MD. A delayed Maryland birth certificate #32871 shows her as Nora Frances Trader, the daughter of Samuel C. Trader (born in Virginia) and Maria Elisbeth Parsons (born in Delaware). Additional Information on the birth certificate shows that Maria Elizabeth Hastings, mother of Nora Frances Trader, signed an affidavit stating that her daughter was adopted by Joseph Neal and matilda Neal, though not legally, and went by name of Neal. This note was notarized 16 Jan 1943. |
Married Name | circa 1915 | As of circa 1915,her married name was Isaacs. |
Death* | 1 October 1988 | She died on 1 October 1988 at Seaford, Sussex Co, DE, at age 94. Her Delaware Death Certificate shows her as Nora Frances Isaacs, born 29 Dec 1893, died 1 Oct 1988 at the age of 94 years. She was shown as the spouse of Linden Tilghman Isaacs and the daughter of Jospeh Neal and Matilda Parsons Neal. Her daughter Ruth I. Hitchens gave the information. These were evidently her adoptive parents and Matilda Parsons was her mother's aunt. |
Mildred Virginia Marshall1
F, b. 9 March 1919, d. 5 March 1972
Birth* | 9 March 1919 | Mildred Virginia Marshall was born on 9 March 1919 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1940 | She married James Floyd Matthews Jr., son of James Floyd Matthews Sr. and Henrietta 'Hennie' M. Chesser, circa 1940.2 |
Married Name | circa 1940 | As of circa 1940,her married name was Matthews. |
Death* | 5 March 1972 | Mildred Virginia Marshall died on 5 March 1972 at Nassawadox, Northampton Co, VA, at age 52. She was shown as Mildred Virginia Matthews, age 52, born 9 Mar 1919 & died 5 Mar 1972, the daughter of John H. Marshall & Mollie Fluhart and the wife of James Floyd Matthews.1 |
Burial* | | Mildred was buried at Assawoman Church Cemetery, Assawoman, Acc Co, VA.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Mildred Virginia Matthews in the Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
- [S503] Mary Frances Carey with Moody K. Miles and Barry W. Miles, Tombstones Inscriptions of Upper Accomack County, Virginia.
Jimmy Matthews
M, b. circa 1944, d. before 10 August 2009
Birth* | circa 1944 | Jimmy Matthews was born circa 1944. |
Death* | before 10 August 2009 | He died before 10 August 2009. He was shown as a dec'd step-son Jimmy Matthews in the obituary of Virginia Lee Matthews. |
Mary Patrick1,2
F, b. circa 1640
Birth* | circa 1640 | Mary Patrick was born circa 1640.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1664 | She married Joseph Godwin I, son of Devorax Godwin I and Elizabeth Foster, circa 1664.1,3 |
Married Name | circa 1664 | As of circa 1664,her married name was Godwin. |
Anecdote* | 1686 | In 1686 after the death of Henry Matthews, Col. William Kendall married the widow Sarah Matthews and bought the Cowdrey lease at a sale of the Mathews estate. Later in the year Mary Godwin, wife of Joseph, was granted a license to keep ordinary, but whether she established herself in the Matthews tavern and continued catering to the court there, or started a new tavern on her husband's land is not clear.4 |
Will - Witnessed* | 1 August 1689 | Mary witnessed a will on 1 August 1689 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Cole, Joseph Godwin, Mary Knight and Mary Godwin witnessed the will of John Tankred Gent., wife Sarah. Joseph and Mary Godwin were husband and wife.5 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 160 (adm of Joseph Godwin to widow Mary).
- [S49] Gordon Warren Godwin Chesser, Godwin Ancestry, p. 150 (Chart LIX).
- [S49] Gordon Warren Godwin Chesser, Godwin Ancestry, p. 102 & 150 (Chart LIX).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 248 (tract N49).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 139 (will of John Tankred, Gent., wife Sarah).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 223 (will of Francis Godwin).
Daniel Godwin1
M, b. circa 1668
Birth* | circa 1668 | Daniel Godwin was born circa 1668 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Brother's* | 5 March 1718/19 | Daniel was named in his brother's will on 5 March 1718/19 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Daniel and given 100 acres in the will of Francis Godwin, so the two 100-acre parts become one.1,2 |
Land sold* | 1720 | He sold land in 1720 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Daniel Godwin deeded the 200 acres that his brothers Deveraux II and Francis gave him to a Deveraux Godwin. Whitelaw thought he may have been a son of Daniel, but he was probably Deveraux III, the son of his brother Deveraux II, who gave him the land.2 |
Marriage* | 12 January 1724 | He married Elishaba 'Alicia' Benthall, daughter of William Benthall and Elizabeth Bibby (Bibby?), on 12 January 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Devorax Godwin & Geo Lucar were the security on the M.L.B. of Daniell Godwin and Elishaba Benthall. George Lucar & wife gave consent for Elishaba.3 |
Land bought* | 1730 | Daniel Godwin bought land in 1730 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Daniel Godwin bought part of tract N55 from Harmanson & Rachaell Gascoigne and in 1731 Daniel and Alicia Godwin sold as 18 acres to Matthew Harmanson. In 1746 Daniel and Elissa Godwin sold a part of tract N56 that he bought from the Gascoignes to John Waterfield.4 |
Will - Sister's* | 3 January 1735 | Daniel was named in his sister's will on 3 January 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Daniel Godwin in the will of Josephus Maria Johnson. She also named Joseph Godwin and Noaor Godwin, sons of Daniel Godwin.5 |
Will - Nephew's* | 26 January 1735/36 | Daniel was named in his nephew's will on 26 January 1735/36 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my uncle Daniel Godwin in the will of Joseph Godwin, wife Edith.6 |
Land sold | before 1739 | He sold land before 1739 at Northampton Co, VA. In 1721 Mrs. Elizabeth Benthall deeded 150 acres of tract N19 to her daughter Elishe who married Daniel Godwin 3 year later. In 1739 there was no local disposition by Godwin, but a bond signed by William Pigot in 1739 stated that Godwin had sold to Major Guy.7 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 223 (will of Francis Godwin).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 279 (tract N49).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 356 (tract N55).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 311 (will of Josephus Maria Johnson).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 293 (will of Joseph Godwin, wife Edith).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 117 (tract N19).
Joseph Godwin II1
M, b. circa 1670
Birth* | circa 1670 | Joseph Godwin II was born circa 1670 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Land patented* | 1705 | He patented land in 1705 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Deveraux and Joseph Godwin received a patent for 100 acres "on Ege Island." It is not clear whether this was for the GODWIN's (sometimes GOODWIN's) ISLAND of today, but the similarity of this name to that of the purchasers is significant. No disposition by either Godwin was noted. No patent of early date was found for what today is called SHIP SHOAL ISLAND. The name was observed occasionally in deed books, but no effort was made to trace the early history. In 1877 Jesse T. Hutchinson received a state warrent for a total of 855 acres of GODWIN's and SHIP SHOAL ISLANDS. In 1890 GODWIN's ISLAND was sold for taxes to A.B. Lafferty.2 |
Land sold* | 1718 | He sold land in 1718 at Northampton Co, VA. It was in this year that Joseph Godwin sold the 100 acres of tract N49 that his brother Deveraux gave him in 1698 to Bartholomew Pettit describing it as being at a place called the old court house.3 |
Will - Brother's* | 5 March 1718/19 | Joseph was named in his brother's will on 5 March 1718/19 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a brother Joseph in the will of Francis Godwin.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 223 (will of Francis Godwin).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 91 (tract N15).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 278 (tract N49).
Stratton Capell1
M, b. circa 1695
Birth* | circa 1695 | Stratton Capell was born circa 1695 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 1 August 1713 | Stratton was named in his grandfather's will on 1 August 1713 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as grandson Stratton Capell in the will of Nathaniel Capell, wife Hannah.2 |
Will - Father-in-law* | 9 September 1715 | Stratton was named in his father-in-law's will on 9 September 1715 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my son-in-law (meaning step-son) Straton Capell in the will of Richard Burr, blacksmith, wife Esther.1 |
Marriage* | 1730 | He married Abigail (-----) in 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
Will - GrMoth's* | 11 January 1729/30 | Stratton was named in his grandmother's will on 11 January 1729/30 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Stratton Caple in the will of Hannah Caple.4 |
Court - plaintiff* | December 1730 | He was a plaintiff in a court case in December 1730 at Northampton Co, VA. Stratton Capell and Abigail his wife petition that John Scott was her late husband. By him she had a son Thomas who received part of the said John's estate now in the hands of John Clay Jr. He refuses to deliver the said child's estate to the petitioners. Estate to be delivered pending Capell giving security.3 |
Heir - named as* | 14 September 1749 | Stratton was named as an heir on 14 September 1749 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my cousin Stratton Caple in the will of Edward Caple, wife Jane.5 |
Will - Witnessed* | 3 May 1754 | Stratton witnessed a will on 3 May 1754 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Stratton Caple, William Grice and Susanna Grice witnessed the will of Matthew Benthall.6 |
Will - Witnessed | 15 December 1755 | Stratton witnessed a will on 15 December 1755 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Stratton Caple, James Goffigon and William Jarvis witnessed the will of William Stockley, wife Anne.7 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 206 (will of Richard Burr, blacksmith, wife Esther).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 209 (will of Nathaniel Capell, wife Hannah).
- [S878] Jean M. Mihalyka, Loose Papers and Sundry Court Cases 1628-1731, Northampton County, Virginia, Volume I, p. 234.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 266 (will of Hannah Caple, grandson Waterson Caple).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 325 (will of Edward Caple, wife Jane).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 366 (will of Matthew Benthall).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 369 (will of William Stockley, wife Anne).
(-----) Stratton?1
M, b. circa 1675
Birth* | circa 1675 | (-----) Stratton? was born circa 1675.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 206 (will of Richard Burr, blacksmith, wife Esther).
Susanna Pike1
F, b. circa 1730
Birth* | circa 1730 | Susanna Pike was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father-in-law* | 14 September 1749 | Susanna was named in her father-in-law's will on 14 September 1749 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter-in-law (meaning step-daughter) Susanna Pike in the will of Edward Caple, wife Jane. She was to have his daughter Betty until 21.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 325 (will of Edward Caple, wife Jane).
Elizabeth Barlow
F, b. circa 1760
Birth* | circa 1760 | Elizabeth Barlow was born circa 1760. |
Marriage* | 5 November 1789 | She married John Custis Matthews, son of (-----) (s/o Jno Custis) Matthews, on 5 November 1789 at Northampton Co, VA. Michael Mathews was the security on the M.L.B. of John Custis Mathews and Elizabeth Barlow.1 |
Married Name | 5 November 1789 | As of 5 November 1789,her married name was Matthews. |
Marriage* | 11 September 1793 | Elizabeth Barlow married Thomas (138B) Kendall, son of John Kendall and Elizabeth (51) Harmanson, on 11 September 1793 at Northampton Co, VA. Geo. Savage was the security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Kendall and Elizabeth Matthews, widow of John Matthews. |
Married Name | 11 September 1793 | As of 11 September 1793,her married name was Kendall. |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
John Custis Matthews1
M, b. circa 1764
Birth* | circa 1764 | John Custis Matthews was born circa 1764 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 15 September 1776 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 15 September 1776 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Custis Matthews gave to beloved wife Martha the use of land and plantation whereon I now live, viz., 100 A. with houses and adjacent land and after her death to my son Custis Matthews. To my son Custis the remainder of the plantation where I live being 250 A. To my son Levin 150 A. on the sea side bought of Richard Hayes, and n. boy Will. To my son Richard 150 A. purchased of my son William, and n. fellow Tom (a blacksmith). To my son Michael n. boys Sussex and Mark, and girl Didah. To my son Jonathan n. fellow Nathan and a boy Peter. To my son Kendall n. fellow Sam. To dau. Esther wife of William Carey n. girl Sunto and n. boy Nymn. To dau. Susannah wife of Daniel Bird n. girl Hope and £20. To dau. Ann Matthews n. girls Tamar and Lucy if my dau. returns within 7 years. To dau. Rosanna Matthews n. boys Tonie and Jacob and n. girl Fanny. To son Custis n. fellow Ben. To grandson John Custis Matthews when of lawful age n. boy Emmanuel. To wife the use of n. man Daniel, n. women Jenny and Tabb, and n. fellow Jacob during her life, and then to be sold. To my soninlaw John Thomas £30 and n. woman Hannah. Wife to maintain and educate my children Rosanna and Michael until of lawful age. To my granddau. Adah Carpenter n. boy Joshua. To son William n. fellow David. Remaining estate to be div. by my wife, children and grandchildren, viz., Esther Carey, Jonathan, Susanna, Levan, Kendall, Ann, Rosanna, Michael and Richard, and my granddaus. Margaret the wife of Daniel Scott and Polly Matthews. Wife and son Custis extrs. Witt: William Harmanson, John Dalby, Jr., William Jacob. Codicil 19 Feb. 1777 To soninlaw Daniel Bird £40. Witt: William Harmanson, William Jacob.2 |
Will - Uncle's* | 26 October 1784 | John was named in his uncle's will on 26 October 1784 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my nephew John Custis Matthews in the will of Custis Matthews, wife Sarah.3 |
Marriage* | 5 November 1789 | He married Elizabeth Barlow on 5 November 1789 at Northampton Co, VA. Michael Mathews was the security on the M.L.B. of John Custis Mathews and Elizabeth Barlow.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 447 (will of John Custis Matthews, wife Martha).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 481 (will of Custis Matthews, wife Sarah).
Major (of Andrew) Pitts
M, b. circa 1714, d. before 11 May 1762
Birth* | circa 1714 | Major was born circa 1714 at Northampton Co, VA. |
Will - Witnessed* | 11 January 1734/35 | Major witnessed a will on 11 January 1734/35 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Wills gave her cousin Bescaner Bennit one cow called "Bob" and a linnen foot wheel. Remaining estate to my grandson Edmund Pitts, but if he dies under 18 then estate to fall to William Dixon son of Tilney. My friend Dingly Gray extr. Witt: Isaac Smith, Major Pitts.2 |
Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married Jemima Gray, daughter of Dingly (of Joseph) Gray (Quaker) and Mary (of Jacob) Johnson (Quaker), circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.3 |
Will - Nephew's* | 20 December 1748 | Major was named in his nephew's will on 20 December 1748 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Edmund Pitts gave his uncle Major Pitts the plantation whereon I now live bounded by John Cobb and Michael Ward, and my plantation on the north side of Naswadox Creek bounded by John Smith and John Johnson. Uncle Major Pitts resid. legatee and extr. Witt: Benjamin Dingly Gray, Southy (X) Cobb, Sarah (X) Cobb. At probate John Pitts, heir-at-law, contested the will. (NOTE: He was evidently an older uncle, whereas Major Pitts was a younger uncle.)4 |
Will* | 5 April 1762 | Major made a will on 5 April 1762 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Major Pitts left his son Hezekiah all my lands, 1/5 of my crops, n. fellow Tucker after my wife's decease, black horse "Dapple", and all my clothes. To all the rest of my children £15 apiece before my dau. Margaretta Booth should have any part. Excepting legacies to Hezekiah, my wife to have entire estate during her widowhood and then to be div. by all my children, viz., Margaretta Booth, Vianna Pitts, Mary Pitts, Major Pitts, Edmund Pitts and William Pitts. Son Hezekiah shall be of age to act and do for himself from this date. Son Hezekiah and wife Jamima extrs. Witt: Thomas James, Nathaniel Savage.3 |
Death* | before 11 May 1762 | He died before 11 May 1762 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S2530] Allen B. Hamilton - 22 Nov 2012, Hamilton-Warren Family Tree prepared for Allen Brent Hamilton & Donna Olivia Hamilton.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 287 (will of Elizabeth Wills).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 393 (will of Major Pitts, wife Jamima).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 235 (will of Edumnd Pitts).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Elishaba 'Alicia' Benthall1
F, b. circa 1705
Birth* | circa 1705 | Elishaba 'Alicia' Benthall was born circa 1705 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Land deeded to* | 1721 | She was 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.2 |
Marriage* | 12 January 1724 | She married Daniel Godwin, son of Joseph Godwin I and Mary Patrick, on 12 January 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Devorax Godwin & Geo Lucar were the security on the M.L.B. of Daniell Godwin and Elishaba Benthall. George Lucar & wife gave consent for Elishaba.1 |
Married Name | 12 January 1724 | As of 12 January 1724,her married name was Godwin. |
Will - Sister's* | 3 January 1735 | Elishaba was named in her sister's will on 3 January 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my sister (meaning sister-in-law) Elisha Godwin in the will of Josephus Maria Johnson. She also named a brother Daniel Godwin.3 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 117 (tract N19).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 311 (will of Josephus Maria Johnson).
Kendall Godwin1
M, b. circa 1752, d. before 9 April 1788
Birth* | circa 1752 | Kendall Godwin was born circa 1752 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Death* | before 9 April 1788 | He died before 9 April 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Kendall Godwin was granted to Devorax Godwin.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 495 (adm of Kendall Godwin to Devorax Godwin).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 504 (will of Devorax Godwin).
Devorax (of Kendall) Godwin IV1
M, b. circa 1776, d. before 17 November 1823
Birth* | circa 1776 | Devorax (of Kendall) Godwin IV was born circa 1776 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 15 September 1791 | Devorax was named in his grandfather's will on 15 September 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Devorax Godwin in the will of Devorax Godwin. He was given Negro child Sam (of Lishe) and £5 for schooling.1 |
Marriage* | 3 March 1807 | He married Sally Floyd, daughter of Charles Floyd and Elizabeth Tankard, on 3 March 1807 at Northampton Co, VA. Ezekiel Badger was the security on the M.L.B. of Devorax Godwin and Sally Floyd.2 |
Death* | before 17 November 1823 | Devorax (of Kendall) Godwin IV died before 17 November 1823 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that Johannis Johnson was the security on the M.L.B. of William Rooks and Sally Godwin, widow of Deveraux.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 504 (will of Devorax Godwin).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
John Godwin1
M, b. circa 1778
Birth* | circa 1778 | John Godwin was born circa 1778 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 15 September 1791 | John was named in his grandfather's will on 15 September 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson John Godwin in the will of Devorax Godwin. He was given £5 for schooling.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1800 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1800. |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 504 (will of Devorax Godwin).
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Littleton Godwin1
M, b. circa 1780
Birth* | circa 1780 | Littleton Godwin was born circa 1780 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 15 September 1791 | Littleton was named in his grandfather's will on 15 September 1791 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a grandson Littleton Godwin in the will of Devorax Godwin. He was given £5 for schooling.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 504 (will of Devorax Godwin).
Esau Godwin1
M, b. circa 1779, d. before 13 February 1809
Birth* | circa 1779 | Esau Godwin was born circa 1779 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 30 January 1801 | Esau was named in his father's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as a son Esau in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Marriage* | 8 February 1802 | He married Ann S. West on 8 February 1802 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan West was the security on the M.L.B. of Esau Godwin and Ann S. West.2 |
Death* | before 13 February 1809 | Esau Godwin died before 13 February 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Esau Godwin was granted to Hezekiah Pitts. Whitelaw reports that Esau left a daughter Vianna G. Godwin as his heir and she married first William W. West and second John W. Leatherbury.3,4 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 237 (adm of Esau Godwin to Hezekiah Pitts).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 280 (tract N49).
Archiblad Godwin Stringer1,2
M, b. circa 1786
Birth* | circa 1786 | Archiblad Godwin Stringer was born circa 1786 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 30 January 1801 | Archiblad was named in his grandfather's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as my grandson Archibald Stringer, son of John by my daughter Mary, in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Will - Father's* | 26 May 1806 | Archiblad was named in his father's will on 26 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Stringer stated whereas my brother Thomas Stringer dec'd, by his will of 14 Oct 1791, devised to my son Hillery Stringer his land lying on the head of Occohannock Creek, I only give my son Hilary a young mare & nothing else. The use of my land whereon I now live to wife to bring up & support my children Sally, Archibald Goddin, Mary Ann, Margaret Teackle, Kendol, Elizabeth Teackle & the use of part of my Negroes Tilberry, Charles, Aaron, William, Ned & Ginney & … during her widowhood or until my son Archibald Goddin comes to 21 or marries, then a division should take place between my wife & said 5 children last mentioned until all come of age. (Note: There seems to be an inconsisteny in the number of children named as there is apparently 6 names in the list.) My wife to have the use of my other 4 children's part until they come to age or marry to support them. Upon the death of my wife, son Hilary can choose to give up the land my brother gave him & take the land I now live on & if he choose to do so, then the land from my brother to son Archibald Godwin & that he provide a home for daughters Mary Ann & Margaret Teackle. Also son Hilary is to provide daughters Sally Stringer & Elizabeth Teackle with a home. Other condition is son Hilary does not take his land. 21 acres I bought of John F. Stringer to daughter Sally Stringer. The remaining estate to 4 daughters. My friend Peter Bowdoin to take my sons Archibald & Hilary under his care until they reach lawful age. Friend Peter Bowdoin Extr. Witt: J. A. C. Lewis, Smith Stringer, Peggy S. Avery & Isma Wyatt.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 511 (will of John Stringer).
Susanna Stringer1
F, b. circa 1788
Birth* | circa 1788 | Susanna Stringer was born circa 1788 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 30 January 1801 | Susanna was named in her grandfather's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Susanna, daughter of John Stringer by my daughter Mary, in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
Sarah 'Sally' S. Stringer1,2,3
F, b. circa 1790, d. before 25 January 1836
Birth* | circa 1790 | Sarah 'Sally' S. Stringer was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - GrFath's* | 30 January 1801 | Sarah was named in her grandfather's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my granddaughter Sarah, daughter of John Stringer by my daughter Mary, in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Will - Father's* | 26 May 1806 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 26 May 1806 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Stringer stated whereas my brother Thomas Stringer dec'd, by his will of 14 Oct 1791, devised to my son Hillery Stringer his land lying on the head of Occohannock Creek, I only give my son Hilary a young mare & nothing else. The use of my land whereon I now live to wife to bring up & support my children Sally, Archibald Goddin, Mary Ann, Margaret Teackle, Kendol, Elizabeth Teackle & the use of part of my Negroes Tilberry, Charles, Aaron, William, Ned & Ginney & … during her widowhood or until my son Archibald Goddin comes to 21 or marries, then a division should take place between my wife & said 5 children last mentioned until all come of age. (Note: There seems to be an inconsisteny in the number of children named as there is apparently 6 names in the list.) My wife to have the use of my other 4 children's part until they come to age or marry to support them. Upon the death of my wife, son Hilary can choose to give up the land my brother gave him & take the land I now live on & if he choose to do so, then the land from my brother to son Archibald Godwin & that he provide a home for daughters Mary Ann & Margaret Teackle. Also son Hilary is to provide daughters Sally Stringer & Elizabeth Teackle with a home. Other condition is son Hilary does not take his land. 21 acres I bought of John F. Stringer to daughter Sally Stringer. The remaining estate to 4 daughters. My friend Peter Bowdoin to take my sons Archibald & Hilary under his care until they reach lawful age. Friend Peter Bowdoin Extr. Witt: J. A. C. Lewis, Smith Stringer, Peggy S. Avery & Isma Wyatt.2 |
Est Settm't Mother's* | 31 July 1815 | She was named in the settlement of her mother's estate on 31 July 1815 at Accomack Co, VA. The estate settlement of Mary Stringer - 30 Sep 1811 (Order to Invy), 9 Dec 1811 (Invy & Sale), 29 Jul 1815 (Audit), 31 Jul 1815 (Rec'd) - Hillery B. Stringer Admr. Buyer: Hillery B. Stringer. Appraisers: Isma Wyatt, Smith Stringer & Moses Savage. Estate divided in 4 shares $36.7¼ to Hillery B. Stringer, Sally Stringer, Mary Ann Stringer & Elizabeth Stringer. Auditors: Isma Wyatt & Moses Savage.4 |
Will - Sister's* | 14 February 1823 | Sarah was named in her sister's will on 14 February 1823 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Mary A . Stringer gave my sisters Sally S. Stringer & Elizabeth T. Stringer the whole of my estate, but if either dies without leaving a child, then their share to the surviving one. Witt: Smith L. Dunton, William Kendall & John C. Carpenter.3 |
Will* | 10 April 1829 | Sarah made a will on 10 April 1829 at Accomack Co, VA. In her will Sally S. Stringer gave my 2 sisters Mary Ann Stringer & Elizabeth T. Stringer all my lands ... My 2 sisters Mary Ann Stringer & Elizabeth T. Stringer Extrs. Witt: George Scherer, Edmund W. P. Downing, Shadrack T. Ames & Harvey Stewart.5 |
Death* | before 25 January 1836 | She died before 25 January 1836 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was partly proved.5 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 511 (will of John Stringer).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 511 (will of Mary A. Stringer).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 511 (settlement of Mary Stringer, Hillery B. Stringer admr).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 512 (will of Sally S. Stringer).
Susanna P. Godwin1
F, b. circa 1781
Birth* | circa 1781 | Susanna P. Godwin was born circa 1781 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 30 January 1801 | Susanna was named in her father's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my unmarried daughter Susanna in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Marriage* | 26 January 1820 | She married Nathaniel T. Fitchett, son of Jonathan (of Salathiel Sr) Fitchett and Ann 'Nancy' (509) Tyson, on 26 January 1820 at Accomack Co, VA. Edmund Godwin was the security on the M.L.B. of Nathaniel T. Fitchett and Susanna P. Godwin.2 |
Married Name | 26 January 1820 | As of 26 January 1820,her married name was Fitchett. |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 163 (will of Nathaniel Fitchett).
- [S688] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles III, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1800-1860, p. 208 (will of Nancy Fitchett).
Sarah Godwin1
F, b. circa 1783
Birth* | circa 1783 | Sarah Godwin was born circa 1783 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 30 January 1801 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 30 January 1801 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my unmarried daughter Sarah in the will of Archibald Godwin.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 552 (will of Archibald Godwin).
John Godwin1
M, b. circa 1660
Birth* | circa 1660 | John Godwin was born circa 1660.1 |
Will - Witnessed* | 19 February 1685 | John witnessed a will on 19 February 1685 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that John Godwin, Maj. John Robins and Thomas Richards witnessed the will of Henry Mathews.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 125 (will of Henry Mathews).
Mary Johnson1
F, b. circa 1724, d. before 12 April 1743
Birth* | circa 1724 | Mary Johnson was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 22 February 1734 | Mary was named in her father's will on 22 February 1734 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as my daughter Mary Johnson in the will of Samuel Johnson, wife Josephus Maria Johnson. She was to live with her mother until 21.1 |
Will* | 23 January 1742/43 | Mary made a will on 23 January 1742/43 at Northampton Co, VA. To my brother Benjamin Johnson and all his children my whole estate. To my mother in law Josephus Maria Johnson £6 for the trouble she had with me. My n. Cesar to have 4 years freedom after my mother's death. Brother Benjamin extr. Witt: Littleton Eyre, Bartholomew Pettit, Elisha Godwin.2 |
Death* | before 12 April 1743 | She died before 12 April 1743 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was probated.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Samuel Johnson, wife Josephus Maria).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 312 (will of Mary Johnson).
Daniel Godwin
M, b. circa 1700
Birth* | circa 1700 | Daniel Godwin was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA. |
Marriage | 5 May 1724 | He married Susannah Preeson (Quaker), daughter of Thomas Preeson and Elizabeth Browne (Quaker), on 5 May 1724 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos Savage Jr & Godfrey Pole were the securities on the M.L.B. of Daniel Godwin and Susanna Preeson. The license was dated 5 May 1724 and the certificate was returned in Oct 1724.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
Joseph Godwin IV1
M, b. circa 1725
Birth* | circa 1725 | Joseph Godwin IV was born circa 1725 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Aunt's* | 3 January 1735 | Joseph was named in his aunt's will on 3 January 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Joseph Godwin, son of my brother Daniel Godwin, in the will of Josephus Maria Johnson.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 311 (will of Josephus Maria Johnson).
Noaor Godwin1
M, b. circa 1727
Birth* | circa 1727 | Noaor Godwin was born circa 1727 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Aunt's* | 3 January 1735 | Noaor was named in his aunt's will on 3 January 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Noaor Godwin, son of my brother Daniel Godwin, in the will of Josephus Maria Johnson.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 311 (will of Josephus Maria Johnson).
Devorax (of Henry) Warren1
M, b. circa 1730, d. before 11 March 1760
Birth* | circa 1730 | Devorax (of Henry) Warren was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Marriage* | circa 1754 | He married Elizabeth (423) Godwin, daughter of Joseph (174) Godwin III and Edith (50) Bayly, circa 1754.1 |
Will* | 14 January 1760 | Devorax made a will on 14 January 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Devorax Warren, planter, gave to wife Elizabeth n. woman Pegg, 1/2 my pewter and £5. To dau. Esther Warren ns. Glasgow, Joram and Solomon and 1/2 my pewter, but if she dies before 21 and without issue then said ns. to my brothers Henry and Patrick Warren. To brothers Henry and Patrick all my clothes. Wife, my father Henry Warren, and brother in law Archibald Godwin extrs. Witt: Devorax Godwin, Thomas Clay, John Holland.1 |
Death* | before 11 March 1760 | He died before 11 March 1760. It was on this date that his will was probated. The widow renounced her legacies.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 379 (will of Devorax Warren, wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 408 (adm of Henry Warren to Walter Hyslop & Sarah Warren, the widow).
Esther Warren1
F, b. circa 1754
Birth* | circa 1754 | Esther Warren was born circa 1754 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Will - Father's* | 14 January 1760 | Esther was named in her father's will on 14 January 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Devorax Warren, planter, gave to wife Elizabeth n. woman Pegg, 1/2 my pewter and £5. To dau. Esther Warren ns. Glasgow, Joram and Solomon and 1/2 my pewter, but if she dies before 21 and without issue then said ns. to my brothers Henry and Patrick Warren. To brothers Henry and Patrick all my clothes. Wife, my father Henry Warren, and brother in law Archibald Godwin extrs. Witt: Devorax Godwin, Thomas Clay, John Holland.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 379 (will of Devorax Warren, wife Elizabeth).