Mary Scarburgh1
F, b. circa 1898
| Birth* | circa 1898 | Mary Scarburgh was born circa 1898 at Philadelphia, PA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1910 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1910 at 1116 Mt Vernon St., Ward 14, Philadephia, PA. The HH was headed by John J. Scarborough, a 47 year old bleachman in electring industry, born in VA. Listed with him were Emma G. Scarborough, age 42, born in NJ (father born in NY & mother born in Ohio), married 22 years, 4 children born & 2 living; Ernest Scarborough, a 16 year old son & clerk, born in PA, and Mary Scarborough, a 12 year old daughter, born in PA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1920 | She married Frederick S. Hillich circa 1920.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1920 | As of circa 1920,her married name was Hillich. |
| Census w/parents | 1930 | Mary was listed with her parents in the census of 1930 at 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA. The HH was headed by John J. Scarborough, a 67 year old engineer in a lace factory, age at first marriage: 31. Listed with him were Eva Scarborough, a 59 year old wife; Mary Hillich, a 28 year old daughter and bookkeeper; Fredk S. Hillich, a 33 year old son-in-law and hardware salesman; Richard Hillich, a 7 year old grandson; and Roy Ramsey, a 25 year old boarder.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1910 Federal Census, Philadelphia, PA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Philadelphia, PA.
Agatha M. Broderick1
F, b. 10 January 1897, d. 3 September 1996
| Birth* | 10 January 1897 | Agatha M. Broderick was born on 10 January 1897 at PA.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 1900 | Agatha was listed with her parents in the census of 1900 at Ward 5, Philadelphia, PA. The HH was headed by Joseph Broderic, age 27. Listed with him were Charlotte Broderick, a 27 year old wife; Agatha Broderick, a 3 year old daughter; Marion Broderic, a 1 year old daughter; and 2 lodgers Charles Montgomery, age 19 and Clara Montogmery, age 13.1 |
| Marriage* | 12 December 1916 | She married Ernest Elliott Scarburgh, son of John Jackson Scarburgh and Eva Gertrude Stiles, on 12 December 1916 at PA.3 |
| Married Name | 12 December 1916 | As of 12 December 1916,her married name was Scarburgh. |
| Census w/husband* | 1940 | Agatha was listed with her husband in the census of 1940 at 150 Richardson Ave, Bensalem, Bucks Co, PA. The HH was headed by Ernest Scarborough, a 46 year old signalman, born in PA. Listed with him were Agatha M. Scarborough, age 43 year old wife; John J. Scarborough, a 20 year old son; and Robert M. Scarborough, an 18 year old son.4 |
| Death* | 3 September 1996 | She died on 3 September 1996 at PA at age 99.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Philadelphia, PA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Agatha Scarborough in the U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Miller Family Tree, owner:CarolJohnDave.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Bucks Co, PA.
1st Lt. John Joseph Scarburgh1
M, b. 16 July 1919, d. 6 June 2007
| Birth* | 16 July 1919 | 1st Lt. John Joseph Scarburgh was born on 16 July 1919 at Philadelphia, Philadelphia Co, PA.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1940 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1940 at 150 Richardson Ave, Bensalem, Bucks Co, PA. The HH was headed by Ernest Scarborough, a 46 year old signalman, born in PA. Listed with him were Agatha M. Scarborough, age 43 year old wife; John J. Scarborough, a 20 year old son; and Robert M. Scarborough, an 18 year old son.2 |
| Death* | 6 June 2007 | He died on 6 June 2007 at Montross, Essex, VA, at age 87.1 |
| Burial* | | John was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Arlington Co, VA. He was shown as John Joseph Scarborough, 1st Lt., US Army Air Forces, World War II.1 |
Citations
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 49308852 (John Joseph Scarborough).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Bucks Co, PA.
Robert M. Scarburgh1
M, b. 3 July 1921, d. 27 April 2010
| Birth* | 3 July 1921 | Robert M. Scarburgh was born on 3 July 1921 at Bensalem Co, PA.2,3 |
| Census w/parents* | 1940 | Robert was listed with his parents in the census of 1940 at 150 Richardson Ave, Bensalem, Bucks Co, PA. The HH was headed by Ernest Scarborough, a 46 year old signalman, born in PA. Listed with him were Agatha M. Scarborough, age 43 year old wife; John J. Scarborough, a 20 year old son; and Robert M. Scarborough, an 18 year old son.1 |
| Death* | 27 April 2010 | He died on 27 April 2010 at Feasterville, Trevose, Bucks Co, PA, at age 88.2,3 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1940 Federal Census, Bucks Co, PA.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Miller Family Tree, owner:CarolJohnDave.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, Robert M. Scarborough in the U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014.
Frederick S. Hillich1
M, b. circa 1897
| Birth* | circa 1897 | Frederick S. Hillich was born circa 1897 at Philadelphia, PA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1920 | He married Mary Scarburgh, daughter of John Jackson Scarburgh and Eva Gertrude Stiles, circa 1920.1 |
| Census w/fath-in-law* | 1930 | Frederick was listed with his father-in-law in the census of 1930 at 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA. The HH was headed by John J. Scarborough, a 67 year old engineer in a lace factory, age at first marriage: 31. Listed with him were Eva Scarborough, a 59 year old wife; Mary Hillich, a 28 year old daughter and bookkeeper; Fredk S. Hillich, a 33 year old son-in-law and hardware salesman; Richard Hillich, a 7 year old grandson; and Roy Ramsey, a 25 year old boarder.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1930 Federal Census, Philadelphia, PA.
Rebecca W. Young1
F, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Rebecca W. Young was born circa 1832 at Baltimore, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 8 July 1850 | Rebecca was listed with her parents in the census of 8 July 1850 at 7th Ward, Baltimore, MD. HH#281/family#326 was headed by John Young, a 43 year old machineiss(?), born in Pennsylvania, with no real estate value. Listed with him (all born in Maryland) were the following Youngs: Mary, age 39; Rebeca W., age 18; David G., age 18; Violet A., age 14; Mary H., age 12 and John H.B., age 9/12.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1855 | She married Michael Cone circa 1855 at Baltimore City, MD.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1855 | As of circa 1855,her married name was Cone. |
| Census w/parents* | 14 July 1860 | Rebecca was listed with her parents in the census of 14 July 1860 at 8th Ward, Baltimore City, MD. HH#2343/Family#2645 was headed by John Young, a 52 year old blacksmith, born in Penn. Listed with him were Mary Young, age 50, born in MD; John H. Young, age 10, born in MD; Michale Cone, a 30 year old chair painter, born in Penn; Rebecca Cone, age 28, born in MD; and Thresesa Cone, age 2, born in MD.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
David G. Young1
M, b. May 1835
| Birth* | May 1835 | David G. Young was born in May 1835 at Baltimore, MD.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 8 July 1850 | David was listed with his parents in the census of 8 July 1850 at 7th Ward, Baltimore, MD. HH#281/family#326 was headed by John Young, a 43 year old machineiss(?), born in Pennsylvania, with no real estate value. Listed with him (all born in Maryland) were the following Youngs: Mary, age 39; Rebeca W., age 18; David G., age 18; Violet A., age 14; Mary H., age 12 and John H.B., age 9/12.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1857 | He married Barbarh A. Batchalor circa 1857 at Baltimore City, MD.3 |
| Census w/fath-in-law* | 1860 | David was listed with his father-in-law in the census of 1860 at Ward 1, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by Wm. Batchalor, age 73 and Elizabeth Batchalor, age 70. Also listed at the bottom of the HH was David Young, age 26; Barbara E. Young, age 21; and John K. Young, age 2.3 |
| Census head* | 1880 | David was listed as a head of household in the census of 1880 at Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by David Young, age 47. Listed with him was Barbay Young, a 42 year old wife; Elizabeth Young, a 19 year old daughter; and George R. Ford, a 12 year old son.4 |
| Census head* | 1900 | David was listed as a head of household in the census of 1900 at Ward 9, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by David G. Young, age 65, born May 1835. Listed with him was Barbrah A. Young, a 63 year old wife, born Jun 1836; William M. Waldman, an 18 year old grandson, born Jul 1881; and Charles Young, and Charles Young, an 8 year old grandson, born Jun 1891.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Adela Violet Young1,2
F, b. 1836, d. 1878
| Birth* | 1836 | Adela Violet Young was born in 1836 at Baltimore, MD.1,2 |
| Census w/parents* | 8 July 1850 | Adela was listed with her parents in the census of 8 July 1850 at 7th Ward, Baltimore, MD. HH#281/family#326 was headed by John Young, a 43 year old machineiss(?), born in Pennsylvania, with no real estate value. Listed with him (all born in Maryland) were the following Youngs: Mary, age 39; Rebeca W., age 18; David G., age 18; Violet A., age 14; Mary H., age 12 and John H.B., age 9/12.1 |
| Death* | 1878 | She died in 1878 at Baltimore, MD.2 |
| Burial* | | Adela was buried at Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore City, MD. Dates are approximate, as dates on marker are very difficult to read.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 107652777 (Adela V. Young Jackson).
John Henry Butler Young1,2
M, b. 17 October 1849, d. 27 March 1915
| Birth* | 17 October 1849 | John Henry Butler Young was born on 17 October 1849 at Baltimore, MD.2 |
| Census w/parents* | 8 July 1850 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 8 July 1850 at 7th Ward, Baltimore, MD. HH#281/family#326 was headed by John Young, a 43 year old machineiss(?), born in Pennsylvania, with no real estate value. Listed with him (all born in Maryland) were the following Youngs: Mary, age 39; Rebeca W., age 18; David G., age 18; Violet A., age 14; Mary H., age 12 and John H.B., age 9/12.1 |
| Census w/parents | 14 July 1860 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 14 July 1860 at 8th Ward, Baltimore City, MD. HH#2343/Family#2645 was headed by John Young, a 52 year old blacksmith, born in Penn. Listed with him were Mary Young, age 50, born in MD; John H. Young, age 10, born in MD; Michale Cone, a 30 year old chair painter, born in Penn; Rebecca Cone, age 28, born in MD; and Thresesa Cone, age 2, born in MD.3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1875 | He married Margaret Keys Brooks circa 1875 at Baltimore City, MD.4 |
| Census head* | 1900 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1900 at Ward 12, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by John H.B. Young, a 50 year old widower, born Oct 1849 in MD. Listed with him were John B. Young, a 21 year old son, born Nov 1878 in MD; Margaret Young, a 19 year old daughter, born Dec 1880 in MD; Mary B. Young, a 17 year old daughter, born Mar 1883 in MD; Cyrus C. Young, a 15 year old son, born May 1885 in MD; and Adelaide Vattiman, a 36 year old widowed boarder, born Oct 1863 in MD.5 |
| Death* | 27 March 1915 | He died on 27 March 1915 at Baltimore, MD, at age 65.2 |
| Burial* | | John was buried at Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore City, MD.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1850 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 107649990 (John Henry Butler Young).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 107652777 (Adela V. Young Jackson).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Margaret Keys Brooks1
F, b. 14 January 1852, d. 21 June 1887
| Birth* | 14 January 1852 | Margaret Keys Brooks was born on 14 January 1852 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1875 | She married John Henry Butler Young, son of John Young and Mary Pyle, circa 1875 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1875 | As of circa 1875,her married name was Young. |
| Death* | 21 June 1887 | Margaret Keys Brooks died on 21 June 1887 at Baltimore City, MD, at age 35. She died after a short illness after giving birth to a child that did not survive.1 |
| Burial* | | Margaret was buried at Green Mount Cemetery, Baltimore City, MD.1 |
Citations
- [S2259] findagrave.com, Find A Grave Memorial# 107652777 (Adela V. Young Jackson).
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Michael Cone1
M, b. circa 1832
| Birth* | circa 1832 | Michael Cone was born circa 1832 at Pennsylvania.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1855 | He married Rebecca W. Young, daughter of John Young and Mary Pyle, circa 1855 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/fath-in-law* | 14 July 1860 | Michael was listed with his father-in-law in the census of 14 July 1860 at 8th Ward, Baltimore City, MD. HH#2343/Family#2645 was headed by John Young, a 52 year old blacksmith, born in Penn. Listed with him were Mary Young, age 50, born in MD; John H. Young, age 10, born in MD; Michale Cone, a 30 year old chair painter, born in Penn; Rebecca Cone, age 28, born in MD; and Thresesa Cone, age 2, born in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Thresesa Cone1
F, b. circa 1858
| Birth* | circa 1858 | Thresesa Cone was born circa 1858 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 14 July 1860 | Thresesa was listed with her parents in the census of 14 July 1860 at 8th Ward, Baltimore City, MD. HH#2343/Family#2645 was headed by John Young, a 52 year old blacksmith, born in Penn. Listed with him were Mary Young, age 50, born in MD; John H. Young, age 10, born in MD; Michale Cone, a 30 year old chair painter, born in Penn; Rebecca Cone, age 28, born in MD; and Thresesa Cone, age 2, born in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
John B. Young1
M, b. November 1878
| Birth* | November 1878 | John B. Young was born in November 1878 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1900 | John was listed with his father in the census of 1900 at Ward 12, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by John H.B. Young, a 50 year old widower, born Oct 1849 in MD. Listed with him were John B. Young, a 21 year old son, born Nov 1878 in MD; Margaret Young, a 19 year old daughter, born Dec 1880 in MD; Mary B. Young, a 17 year old daughter, born Mar 1883 in MD; Cyrus C. Young, a 15 year old son, born May 1885 in MD; and Adelaide Vattiman, a 36 year old widowed boarder, born Oct 1863 in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Margaret Young1
F, b. December 1880
| Birth* | December 1880 | Margaret Young was born in December 1880 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1900 | Margaret was listed with her father in the census of 1900 at Ward 12, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by John H.B. Young, a 50 year old widower, born Oct 1849 in MD. Listed with him were John B. Young, a 21 year old son, born Nov 1878 in MD; Margaret Young, a 19 year old daughter, born Dec 1880 in MD; Mary B. Young, a 17 year old daughter, born Mar 1883 in MD; Cyrus C. Young, a 15 year old son, born May 1885 in MD; and Adelaide Vattiman, a 36 year old widowed boarder, born Oct 1863 in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Mary B. Young1
F, b. March 1883
| Birth* | March 1883 | Mary B. Young was born in March 1883 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1900 | Mary was listed with her father in the census of 1900 at Ward 12, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by John H.B. Young, a 50 year old widower, born Oct 1849 in MD. Listed with him were John B. Young, a 21 year old son, born Nov 1878 in MD; Margaret Young, a 19 year old daughter, born Dec 1880 in MD; Mary B. Young, a 17 year old daughter, born Mar 1883 in MD; Cyrus C. Young, a 15 year old son, born May 1885 in MD; and Adelaide Vattiman, a 36 year old widowed boarder, born Oct 1863 in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Cyrus C. Young1
M, b. May 1885
| Birth* | May 1885 | Cyrus C. Young was born in May 1885 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/father* | 1900 | Cyrus was listed with his father in the census of 1900 at Ward 12, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by John H.B. Young, a 50 year old widower, born Oct 1849 in MD. Listed with him were John B. Young, a 21 year old son, born Nov 1878 in MD; Margaret Young, a 19 year old daughter, born Dec 1880 in MD; Mary B. Young, a 17 year old daughter, born Mar 1883 in MD; Cyrus C. Young, a 15 year old son, born May 1885 in MD; and Adelaide Vattiman, a 36 year old widowed boarder, born Oct 1863 in MD.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Barbarh A. Batchalor1
F, b. June 1836
| Birth* | June 1836 | Barbarh A. Batchalor was born in June 1836 at Baltimore City, MD.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1857 | She married David G. Young, son of John Young and Mary Pyle, circa 1857 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1857 | As of circa 1857,her married name was Young. |
| Census w/father* | 1860 | Barbarh was listed with her father in the census of 1860 at Ward 1, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by Wm. Batchalor, age 73 and Elizabeth Batchalor, age 70. Also listed at the bottom of the HH was David Young, age 26; Barbara E. Young, age 21; and John K. Young, age 2.1 |
| Census w/husband | 1880 | Barbarh was listed with her husband in the census of 1880 at Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by David Young, age 47. Listed with him was Barbay Young, a 42 year old wife; Elizabeth Young, a 19 year old daughter; and George R. Ford, a 12 year old son.3 |
| Census w/husband* | 1900 | Barbarh was listed with her husband in the census of 1900 at Ward 9, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by David G. Young, age 65, born May 1835. Listed with him was Barbrah A. Young, a 63 year old wife, born Jun 1836; William M. Waldman, an 18 year old grandson, born Jul 1881; and Charles Young, and Charles Young, an 8 year old grandson, born Jun 1891.2 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1900 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Elizabeth Young1
F, b. circa 1861
| Birth* | circa 1861 | Elizabeth Young was born circa 1861 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1880 | Elizabeth was listed with her parents in the census of 1880 at Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by David Young, age 47. Listed with him was Barbay Young, a 42 year old wife; Elizabeth Young, a 19 year old daughter; and George R. Ford, a 12 year old son.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1880 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
John K. Young1
M, b. circa 1858
| Birth* | circa 1858 | John K. Young was born circa 1858 at Baltimore City, MD.1 |
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | John was listed with his parents in the census of 1860 at Ward 1, Baltimore City, MD. The HH was headed by Wm. Batchalor, age 73 and Elizabeth Batchalor, age 70. Also listed at the bottom of the HH was David Young, age 26; Barbara E. Young, age 21; and John K. Young, age 2.1 |
Citations
- [S802] Ancestry.com web page, Ancestry.com, 1860 Federal Census, Baltimore, MD.
Betsey Gartery1
F, b. circa 1824
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 716.
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F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | (-----) (-----) was born circa 1700. |
| Marriage* | circa 1725 | She married John Willett, son of William Willett and Ann (-----), circa 1725. |
| Married Name | circa 1725 | As of circa 1725,her married name was Willett. |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
Ambrose Willett1,2
M, b. circa 1732, d. before 29 January 1798
| Birth* | circa 1732 | Ambrose Willett was born circa 1732 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | He married Susan Wise (Wise?) circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.3,4 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1762 | Ambrose was named in his father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Willett gave wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley.1 |
| Will - Son's* | 24 September 1780 | Ambrose was named in his son's will on 24 September 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Willet gave all my land to Abbott Aires, son of Richard Aires. To Elizabeth Willet. Father Ambrose Willet residual legatee. Richard Aires Exr. Witt: Charles Bagwell, Caesar Evans.3 |
| Tax list (personal)* | 14 April 1787 | He was on the personal property tax list on 14 April 1787 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Ambrose Willet, with 0 white males above 16 & under 21, 0 black above 16, 0 blacks under 16, 4 horses, & 6 head of cattle.5 |
| Will* | 14 April 1796 | Ambrose made a will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.3 |
| Death* | before 29 January 1798 | He died before 29 January 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 717.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 334 (will of Thomas Willet, son of Ambrose).
- [S142] Netti Schreiner-Yantis and Florence Love, Accomack Co, VA, Personal Property Tax Lists For The Year 1787, p. 104 & 110.
Anne Willett1
F, b. circa 1731
| Birth* | circa 1731 | Anne Willett was born circa 1731 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1762 | Anne was named in her father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Willett gave wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
Betty Willett1
F, b. circa 1734
| Birth* | circa 1734 | Betty Willett was born circa 1734 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1762 | Betty was named in her father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Willett gave wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
Sarah 'Sinah' Willett1
F, b. circa 1738
| Birth* | circa 1738 | Sarah 'Sinah' Willett was born circa 1738 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1762 | Sarah was named in her father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Willett gave wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
Catherine Willett1
F, b. circa 1742
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Catherine Willett was born circa 1742 at Accomack Co, VA. |
| Will - Father's* | 15 April 1762 | Catherine was named in her father's will on 15 April 1762 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will John Willett gave wife all my land purchased of William Willet during her widow, also my water mill, then to my son Jonathan, he to Pay my son William £20 or get him 100 acres somewhere in Worcester County, & in case he refuse my son William to have the said land & mill. Daughter Anne Willet. Son Ambros 1 s. Daughter Betty 1 s. Daughter Mary 1 s. Daughter Sinah 1 s. Daughter Catharine. Tabitha Moor to have all the estate I had with her. To Bridget Ashby all that I have of her estate James Stran & son William Exrs. Witt: Thomas Riley, GeorSe Melson, John Onley.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 212 (will of John Willett).
Thomas Willett1
M, b. circa 1710, d. before 13 March 1779
| Birth* | circa 1710 | Thomas Willett was born circa 1710 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Land bought* | 14 May 1745 | He bought land on 14 May 1745 at tract Parramore's Double Purchase, Worcester Co, MD. Thomas Newton of Maryland, planter, sold to Thomas Willett of Maryland, for 20 pounds money of Maryland, 100 acres of land, part of a tract of land originally granted to Mr. John Parramore Called Double Purchase, bounded on the southwest by William Turner, northwest to a Spanish Read Oak, northeast return. Witt: William Lane & John Scarborough.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 30 October 1770 | He was named in the settlement of his brother's estate on 30 October 1770 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of John Willett was submitted by John Willett (his brother) and Joyce Bradshaw (his sister). Thomas Willett (his brother) administered his estate on 21 Oct 1772. Nothing in his estate records hint at any descendants.3 |
| Will* | 13 February 1779 | Thomas made a will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.4,5 |
| Death* | before 13 March 1779 | He died before 13 March 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that his will was proved.4,5 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 631.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 633.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 46 (will of Thomas Willett).
John Willett
M, b. circa 1718
| Birth* | circa 1718 | John Willett was born circa 1718 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | John was named in his father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 30 October 1770 | He was named in the settlement of his brother's estate on 30 October 1770 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of John Willett was submitted by John Willett (his brother) and Joyce Bradshaw (his sister). Thomas Willett (his brother) administered his estate on 21 Oct 1772. Nothing in his estate records hint at any descendants.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 633.
Joyce Willett1
F, b. circa 1720
| Birth* | circa 1720 | Joyce Willett was born circa 1720 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married (-----) Bradshaw circa 1745.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Bradshaw. |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Joyce was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
| Est Settm't Bro's* | 30 October 1770 | She was named in the settlement of her brother's estate on 30 October 1770 at Worcester Co, MD. The inventory of the estate of John Willett was submitted by John Willett (his brother) and Joyce Bradshaw (his sister). Thomas Willett (his brother) administered his estate on 21 Oct 1772. Nothing in his estate records hint at any descendants.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 633.
(-----) Bradshaw1
M, b. circa 1720
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
Elizabeth Willett1
F, b. circa 1714
| Birth* | circa 1714 | Elizabeth Willett was born circa 1714 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | She married Ambrous Nicholson circa 1740.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Nicholson. |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
Ambrous Nicholson1,2
M, b. circa 1710, d. before 13 August 1773
| Birth* | circa 1710 | Ambrous Nicholson was born circa 1710.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | He married Elizabeth Willett, daughter of Ambrose Willett and Ruth Aydelotte (Aydelotte?), circa 1740.1 |
| Death* | before 13 August 1773 | Ambrous Nicholson died before 13 August 1773 at Worcester Co, MD. Ruth Slocium and Thomas Willett were named as the next of kin to Ambrous Nicholson dec'd when his estate was appraised.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2217] Henry C. Peden & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 16, p. 182 (Unplaced Slocombs).
Ruth Willett1
F, b. circa 1722
| Birth* | circa 1722 | Ruth Willett was born circa 1722 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 15 August 1749 | Ruth witnessed a will on 15 August 1749 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Joshua Mitchell, Ruth Willit & Mary Willet witnessed the will of Joakim White, wife Elizabeth.2 |
| Marriage* | after 15 August 1749 | She married Robert (of Robt I) Slocomb II (S.S.), son of Robert Slocomb I and Sarah Riley, after 15 August 1749.1,2 |
| Married Name | after 15 August 1749 | As of after 15 August 1749,her married name was Slocomb. |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Ruth was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
| Est Settm't Named In* | 10 August 1773 | She was named in an estate settlement on 10 August 1773 at Worcester Co, MD. Ruth Slocium and Thomas Willett were named as the next of kin to Ambrous Nicholson dec'd when his estate was appraised.3 |
| Will - Brother's* | 13 February 1779 | Ruth was named in her brother's will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.4 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 13 (will of Joakim White, wife Elizabeth).
- [S2217] Henry C. Peden & F. Edward Wright, Colonial Families of the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Volume 16, p. 182 (Unplaced Slocombs).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
- [S1899] Mary Frances Carey's Slocomb File.
Mary Willett1
F, b. circa 1725
| Birth* | circa 1725 | Mary Willett was born circa 1725 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 15 August 1749 | Mary witnessed a will on 15 August 1749 at Worcester Co, MD. It was on this date that Joshua Mitchell, Ruth Willit & Mary Willet witnessed the will of Joakim White, wife Elizabeth.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 1 February 1758 | Mary was named in her father's will on 1 February 1758 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Ambrose Willet gave to son Thomas Willett all that tract of land including the plantation he now lives on called Parramore's Double Purchase containing 100 acres on the seaboard side and also what household goods and other things he hath now in his possession. To son William Willett the plantation he now lives on with part of my land I now live on beginning at a Red Oak Saplin where formerly stood a marked Hickory and then down the branch to a Stoopin White Oak and thence south until it intersects with Tobais Peppers line containing 100 acres and one shilling sterling. To my son John Willett my plantation I now live on with my land not yet mentioned and 2 young steers and 1 feather bed and some funiture, etc. To my daughter Elizabeth Nicholson one shilling sterling. To daughter Ann Holland one shilling sterling. To daughter Joyce Bradshaw one young bull and one small iron pot. To daughters Ruth and Mary the remainder of my personal estate and they to have the liberty to live on the plantation and in the house where I now live durying their single lives. Son Thomas Willet sole Extr. Witt: Eliam Johnson, William Pruitt & Moses Mills.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 629 (will of Ambrose Willett).
- [S2002] Sharon S. Jones, Worcester Co, MD Wills, 1759-1769, p. 13 (will of Joakim White, wife Elizabeth).
Molly (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
Elizabeth Holland1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Elizabeth Holland was born circa 1770 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - GrUncle's* | 13 February 1779 | Elizabeth was named in her great-uncle's will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
William (of Robt II) Slocomb1
M, b. circa 1752
| Birth* | circa 1752 | William (of Robt II) Slocomb was born circa 1752 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 13 February 1779 | William was named in his uncle's will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
- [S825] Ruth Dryden, Worcester County, MD, Will Book JW4, 1769-1783, p. 46 (will of Thomas Willett).
Elizabeth (-----)1
F, b. circa 1740
| Marriage* | circa 1740 | Elizabeth (-----) married Samuel Cowley circa 1740 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Elizabeth (-----) was born circa 1740 at Worcester Co, MD.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1740 | As of circa 1740,her married name was Cowley. |
| Will - Mentioned in* | 13 February 1779 | Elizabeth was mentioned in a will on 13 February 1779 at Worcester Co, MD. In his will Thomas Willett gave to Elizabeth Holland, daughter of Benjamin Holland and his wife Molly. To Benjamin Holland all the money due me from Phillip Quinton and the part of the tract of land that I have not sold that I possess of Parramores Double Purchase. To William Cowley, son of Samuel Cowley and Elizabeth his wife, the tract of land called Willets Out Lett and the enlarging and the rest of my goods and personal estate. And if William Cowley dies without heirs, then to William Slocomb, son of Robert Slocom and his wife Ruth. William Cowley and Robert Slocom my sole Extrs. Witt: Levin Newton, Levin Hill and Joshua Sturgis.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 632 (will of Thomas Willett).
Margaret (-----)1
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Margaret (-----) was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1800 | She married Jonathan Willett, son of John Willett and (-----) (-----), circa 1800 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1800 | As of circa 1800,her married name was Willett. |
| Land sold* | 4 June 1801 | Margaret (-----) sold land on 4 June 1801 at Accomack Co, VA. Jonathan Willet and his wife Margaret sold the mill and 60 acres to Thomas Wise.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 647.
Susan Wise (Wise?)1
F, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Susan Wise (Wise?) was born circa 1740 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1758 | She married Ambrose Willett, son of John Willett and (-----) (-----), circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1758 | As of circa 1758,her married name was Willett. |
| Will - Husb's* | 14 April 1796 | Susan was named in her husband's will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.1 |
| Census head* | 1800 | Susan was listed as a head of household in the census of 1800 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. She was shown as Susanah Willit (Abs), age 45+. Listed with her were 3M16-26; and 1F16-26.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 334 (will of Thomas Willet, son of Ambrose).
- [S578] Jody Powell, 1800, 1810, 1820 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Elizabeth 'Betsey' Wise (of Ambrose) Willett1,2
F, b. circa 1772
| Birth* | circa 1772 | Elizabeth 'Betsey' Wise (of Ambrose) Willett was born circa 1772 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Brother's* | 24 September 1780 | Elizabeth was named in her brother's will on 24 September 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Willet gave all my land to Abbott Aires, son of Richard Aires. To Elizabeth Willet. Father Ambrose Willet residual legatee. Richard Aires Exr. Witt: Charles Bagwell, Caesar Evans.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 14 April 1796 | Elizabeth was named in her father's will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 334 (will of Thomas Willet, son of Ambrose).
Nancy (of Ambrose) Willett1
F, b. circa 1765
| Birth* | circa 1765 | Nancy (of Ambrose) Willett was born circa 1765 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1785 | She married (-----) Taylor circa 1785 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1785 | As of circa 1785,her married name was Taylor. |
| Will - Father's* | 14 April 1796 | Nancy was named in her father's will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
(-----) Taylor1
M, b. circa 1760
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
James Taylor1
M, b. circa 1788
| Birth* | circa 1788 | James Taylor was born circa 1788 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 14 April 1796 | James was named in his grandfather's will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
Thomas Taylor1
M, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | Thomas Taylor was born circa 1790 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 14 April 1796 | Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 14 April 1796 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Ambrose Willit gave wife Susanna Willit my part of the plantation where I now live with the mill, houses &c. for life in lieu of dower, provided she claim no dower in the lands I purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, cattle, personalty & "the Boy Thos until of age". To daughter Betsey Wise Willit a small parcel of land beginning at a marked post near the Main Road. To daughter Nancy Taylor & to her 2 children James & Thomas Taylor. To son George Willit the remaining part of the plantation purchased of Hezekiah White's representatives, likewise the reversion of the lands where I now live. Wife & daughter Betsy residual legatees. Wife & son George Exrs. Witt: Parker Barnes, James Ailworth.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 451 (will of Ambrose Willit, wife Sauanna).
Thomas (of Ambrose) Willett1
M, b. circa 1758, d. before 25 June 1782
| Birth* | circa 1758 | Thomas (of Ambrose) Willett was born circa 1758 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will* | 24 September 1780 | Thomas made a will on 24 September 1780 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Thomas Willet gave all my land to Abbott Aires, son of Richard Aires. To Elizabeth Willet. Father Ambrose Willet residual legatee. Richard Aires Exr. Witt: Charles Bagwell, Caesar Evans.1 |
| Death* | before 25 June 1782 | He died before 25 June 1782 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 334 (will of Thomas Willet, son of Ambrose).
(-----) (-----)1
F, b. circa 1730
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 267 (will of Joshua Riggs).
Mary (of Joshua) Riggs1
F, b. circa 1752, d. before 28 November 1775
| Birth* | circa 1752 | Mary (of Joshua) Riggs was born circa 1752 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married (-----) Bandy circa 1770.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Bandy. |
| Will - Father's* | 19 July 1772 | Mary was named in her father's will on 19 July 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Joshua Riggs gave son Isaac plantation containing 100 acres & 50 acres of marsh, being the marsh I bought of John Mackeel. To son Joshua Riggs 25 acres marsh. To daughter Mary Bandy 25 acres Marsh, she to have the use of about 2 acres that lies over the Gully next to John Riggs as long as she lives single. To son Isaac grist mill. Son Joshua & daughter Mary Bandy residual legatees. Son Isaac Exr. Witt: William Young, Sr., George Churn, Ann Churn.1 |
| Death* | before 28 November 1775 | She died before 28 November 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mary Bandy was granted to Isaac Riggs with William Young securities.2 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 267 (will of Joshua Riggs).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 264 (adm of Mary Bandy).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 301 (will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana).
Isaac (of Joshua) Riggs1
M, b. circa 1748, d. before 25 March 1777
| Birth* | circa 1748 | Isaac (of Joshua) Riggs was born circa 1748 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Susana (-----) circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.2,3 |
| Will - Father's* | 19 July 1772 | Isaac was named in his father's will on 19 July 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Joshua Riggs gave son Isaac plantation containing 100 acres & 50 acres of marsh, being the marsh I bought of John Mackeel. To son Joshua Riggs 25 acres marsh. To daughter Mary Bandy 25 acres Marsh, she to have the use of about 2 acres that lies over the Gully next to John Riggs as long as she lives single. To son Isaac grist mill. Son Joshua & daughter Mary Bandy residual legatees. Son Isaac Exr. Witt: William Young, Sr., George Churn, Ann Churn.1 |
| Administrator* | 28 November 1775 | Isaac was named as administrator of an estate on 28 November 1775 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Mary Bandy was granted to Isaac Riggs with William Young securities.4 |
| Will* | 17 February 1777 | Isaac made a will on 17 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Isaac Riggs gave daughter Nancy Riggs all my land & mill, & for want of heirs to unborn child, & should my wife not be with child to descend to my cousin Sally Bandy & for want of heirs to my brother Joshua Riggs. To John Riggs. Wife Susana & daughter Nancy Riggs residual legatees. William Young, Jr. Exr. Witt: John Riggs & Leviner Melson.3 |
| Death* | before 25 March 1777 | He died before 25 March 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.3 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 267 (will of Joshua Riggs).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 722.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 301 (will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 264 (adm of Mary Bandy).
(-----) Bandy1
M, b. circa 1750, d. before 19 July 1772
| Birth* | circa 1750 | (-----) Bandy was born circa 1750.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | He married Mary (of Joshua) Riggs, daughter of Joshua (of Abraham) Riggs and (-----) (-----), circa 1770.1 |
| Death* | before 19 July 1772 | (-----) Bandy died before 19 July 1772 at Accomack Co, VA. His wife Mary Bandy was shown as living single in her father, Joshua Riggs' will.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 267 (will of Joshua Riggs).
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 301 (will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana).
Sally Bandy1
F, b. circa 1770
| Birth* | circa 1770 | Sally Bandy was born circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 17 February 1777 | Sally was named in her uncle's will on 17 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Isaac Riggs gave daughter Nancy Riggs all my land & mill, & for want of heirs to unborn child, & should my wife not be with child to descend to my cousin Sally Bandy & for want of heirs to my brother Joshua Riggs. To John Riggs. Wife Susana & daughter Nancy Riggs residual legatees. William Young, Jr. Exr. Witt: John Riggs & Leviner Melson.1 |
Citations
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 301 (will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana).
Susana (-----)1
F, b. circa 1750
| Birth* | circa 1750 | Susana (-----) was born circa 1750 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1770 | She married Isaac (of Joshua) Riggs, son of Joshua (of Abraham) Riggs and (-----) (-----), circa 1770 at Accomack Co, VA.1,2 |
| Married Name | circa 1770 | As of circa 1770,her married name was Riggs. |
| Will - Husb's* | 17 February 1777 | Susana was named in her husband's will on 17 February 1777 at Accomack Co, VA. In his will Isaac Riggs gave daughter Nancy Riggs all my land & mill, & for want of heirs to unborn child, & should my wife not be with child to descend to my cousin Sally Bandy & for want of heirs to my brother Joshua Riggs. To John Riggs. Wife Susana & daughter Nancy Riggs residual legatees. William Young, Jr. Exr. Witt: John Riggs & Leviner Melson.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 722.
- [S570] Stratton Nottingham, Accomack Co, VA, Wills & Administrations, 1663-1800, p. 301 (will of Isaac Riggs, wife Susana).
John Willett1
M, b. circa 1695
| Birth* | circa 1695 | John Willett was born circa 1695 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Uncle's* | 9 April 1698 | John was named in his uncle's will on 9 April 1698 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will John Stringer, Gent., gave my cozen and godson John Willett one cow and calf when he shall come to age to receive it. To my goddau. Elizabeth Pike one ewe and lamb to be delivered when my wife thinks fit. To my brother Hillary Stringer a set of silver buttons. To my brother Thomas Stringer a set of silver buttons. To my brother Jacob Stringer 4 silver buckles. To my sisters Ann Willett and Mary Stringer one ewe lamb apiece. To my cozen William Tankred a coat. To my cozen Sarah Tankred, Sr. a vest. To my brother William Willett. My loving wife Margaret resid. legatee and extrx. My friends William Waters and William Harmanson to assist her. Witt: George Corbin, William Jarvis, Elizabeth (X) Nicholson.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 160 (will of John Stringer, Gent., wife Margaret).
Mary (of Wm) Willett1
F, b. circa 1723
| Birth* | circa 1723 | Mary (of Wm) Willett was born circa 1723 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 13 December 1725 | Mary was named in her 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 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 18 October 1739 | Mary was named in her 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.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of William Willett Jr., wife Rose).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
Martha Willett1
F, b. circa 1673
| Birth* | circa 1673 | Martha Willett was born circa 1673 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Deposition named in* | 29 January 1684/85 | She was named in a deposition on 29 January 1684/85 at Northampton Co, VA. The disposition of Elizabeth Willett, age 28 years or thereabouts: Saith that at her departure from this country to England, I did leave my daughter, Martha Willett, with Mary Coar for one year to teach her to read and sew, for which I was to pay her 1,000 pounds tobacco; and did tell her that if I got my money in England, I would give her a gratuity, but I did not make any bargain with the said Coar for any longer time then one year for which she had satisfaction from my father (step-father) as appears by her account. And I do further say that I gave Capt Hancock Lee order to take care of my said child, and afterwards wrote to the said Lee from England to the same effort and futher saith not. Signed: Elizabeth Willett. (NOTE: Elizabeth's step-father was Rev. Thomas Teackle.)2 |
| Living* | 1691 | She was living in 1691 at York, VA. In 1691 Martha Willett was the daughter-in-law (step-daughter) of Robert Leightonhouse of York County, age about 18.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 750.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 749 (citing N'hamp Record Bk XV:118).
Robert Lightenhouse1,2
M, b. circa 1640, d. 1701
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 750.
- [S2099] Clayton Torrence, Virginia Wills and Administrations, 1632-1800, p. 260 (Robt. Lightenhouse, died 1701 intestate, York Co, VA).
Mungo Somerwell1,2
M, b. circa 1640, d. 1706
| Birth* | circa 1640 | Mungo Somerwell was born circa 1640.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1702 | He married Elizabeth (of Wm) Spencer, daughter of Maj. William Spencer and Elizabeth Weston, circa 1702 at York Co, VA.3 |
| Land sold* | 12 February 1703 | Mungo Somerwell sold land on 12 February 1703 at tract N70, west of Bridgetown, Northampton Co. In 1671 Wm Spencer sold to William Gascoynes. Then in 1703 Mongo and Elizabeth Somerville sold the 150 acres to Henry Harmason, stating that it was formerly the land sold by Spencer to Gascoigne, but which had since reverted to Elizabeth as daughter-and-heir of Spencer.3 |
| Death* | 1706 | He died in 1706 at York Co, VA.1,2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 750.
- [S2099] Clayton Torrence, Virginia Wills and Administrations, 1632-1800, p. 395 (Mungo Somerwell, died about 1706 in York Co, VA).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 402 (tract N70).
Elizabeth (of Wm) Spencer1
F, b. circa 1661
| Birth* | circa 1661 | Elizabeth (of Wm) Spencer was born circa 1661 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage | circa 1702 | She married Mungo Somerwell circa 1702 at York Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1702 | As of circa 1702,her married name was Somerwell. |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 402 (tract N70).
Hillary (of Wm) Willett1
M, b. circa 1697, d. before 10 June 1735
| Birth* | circa 1697 | Hillary (of Wm) Willett was born circa 1697 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1722 | He married Frances (-----) circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Will* | 16 April 1735 | Hillary made a will on 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Hillary West(sic) (Willet) gave to my son William my Neg?? Lite. To son Hillary my bed at mother's. To son Douglas ( lost ). Remaining estate to be div. by my wife Frances and my three sons William, Douglas and Hillary. Wife extrx. and loving father overseer. Witt: William Willet, William (X) Griffith.3 |
| Death* | before 10 June 1735 | He died before 10 June 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved. The widow renounced her legacies and claimed her dower rights. NOTE: Although the will is signed twice as 'Hillary West' and 'Hillary Willet', both the probate and the liber indexes show the surname as Willet.3
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| Will - Father's* | 18 October 1739 | Hillary was named in his father'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.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 762.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Hillary Willet, wife Frances).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 763.
Frances (-----)1
F, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Frances (-----) was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1722 | She married Hillary (of Wm) Willett, son of Capt. William Willett Sr. and Anne Stringer, circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1722 | As of circa 1722,her married name was Willett. |
| Will - Husb's* | 16 April 1735 | Frances was named in her husband's will on 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Hillary West(sic) (Willet) gave to my son William my Neg?? Lite. To son Hillary my bed at mother's. To son Douglas ( lost ). Remaining estate to be div. by my wife Frances and my three sons William, Douglas and Hillary. Wife extrx. and loving father overseer. Witt: William Willet, William (X) Griffith.2 |
| Marriage* | circa 1737 | She married Alderton Gelding circa 1737 at Northampton Co, VA.3,4 |
| Married Name | circa 1737 | As of circa 1737,her married name was Gelding. |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 18 October 1739 | Frances was named in her father-in-law'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.5 |
| Court - nam in petit* | May 1742 | She was named in a petition that was recorded in court records in May 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. The Extrs of William Willet, his sons-in-law, Thomas and James Goffigan and Thomas Hunt, show that the grandchildren in the custody of Alderton & Frances Gelding, are William, Hillary and Douglas Willet. The testator by his will gave to his daughter-in-law, Frances Gelding the benefit of 600 acres of land until the children came of age provided that she teach them to read, write and cypher. If she did not then the land was to go to the petitioners, who were to teach the children. The Extrs ask for the 600 acres. Petition rejected.3 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 762.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Hillary Willet, wife Frances).
- [S877] Jean M. Mihalyka, Loose Papers and Sundry Court Cases, 1732-1744/5, Northampton County, Virginia, Volume II, p. 149-150.
- [S2686] Henry Barraud Hunt Jr., William Tankard, Gentlemen, Jamestown 1607, Ancestors & Descendants, p. 1025 & p. 1043 (footnote #246).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 763.
William Willett1
M, b. circa 1726
| Birth* | circa 1726 | William Willett was born circa 1726 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 16 April 1735 | William was named in his father's will on 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Hillary West(sic) (Willet) gave to my son William my Neg?? Lite. To son Hillary my bed at mother's. To son Douglas ( lost ). Remaining estate to be div. by my wife Frances and my three sons William, Douglas and Hillary. Wife extrx. and loving father overseer. Witt: William Willet, William (X) Griffith.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 18 October 1739 | William 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.2 |
| Land inherited* | 1739 | He inherited land in 1739 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. William Willett left 650 acres to grandsons William, Hillary and Douglas Willett, sons of a son Hillary (wife Frances) who had died 4 years previously. William was to have the south part where his father had lived, Hillary the next and Douglas the balance. This was the southeast corner of the whole tract on the north side of Peminoe Creek. It was noted that the total acreage of the 3 parts as brought out by later deeds fell considerably short of the supposed 650 acres bequeathed.3 |
| Court - nam in petit* | May 1742 | He was named in a petition that was recorded in court records in May 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. The Extrs of William Willet, his sons-in-law, Thomas and James Goffigan and Thomas Hunt, show that the grandchildren in the custody of Alderton & Frances Gelding, are William, Hillary and Douglas Willet. The testator by his will gave to his daughter-in-law, Frances Gelding the benefit of 600 acres of land until the children came of age provided that she teach them to read, write and cypher. If she did not then the land was to go to the petitioners, who were to teach the children. The Extrs ask for the 600 acres. Petition rejected.4 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | He married Mary (-----) circa 1750.3 |
| Land sold* | 1752 | William Willett sold land in 1752 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. William and Mary Willett sold as 150 acres their part of this tract to John Widgeon. A survey for division in 1796 showed 172 1/2 acres.3 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Hillary Willet, wife Frances).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 98-99 (tract N17).
- [S877] Jean M. Mihalyka, Loose Papers and Sundry Court Cases, 1732-1744/5, Northampton County, Virginia, Volume II, p. 149-150.
Hillary Willett1
M, b. before 16 April 1735
| Birth* | before 16 April 1735 | Hillary Willett was born before 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Will - Father's* | 16 April 1735 | Hillary was named in his father's will on 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Hillary West(sic) (Willet) gave to my son William my Neg?? Lite. To son Hillary my bed at mother's. To son Douglas ( lost ). Remaining estate to be div. by my wife Frances and my three sons William, Douglas and Hillary. Wife extrx. and loving father overseer. Witt: William Willet, William (X) Griffith.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 18 October 1739 | Hillary 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 |
| Land inherited* | 1739 | He inherited land in 1739 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. William Willett left 650 acres to grandsons William, Hillary and Douglas Willett, sons of a son Hillary (wife Frances) who had died 4 years previously. William was to have the south part where his father had lived, Hillary the next and Douglas the balance. This was the southeast corner of the whole tract on the north side of Peminoe Creek. It was noted that the total acreage of the 3 parts as brought out by later deeds fell considerably short of the supposed 650 acres bequeathed.4 |
| Court - nam in petit* | May 1742 | He was named in a petition that was recorded in court records in May 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. The Extrs of William Willet, his sons-in-law, Thomas and James Goffigan and Thomas Hunt, show that the grandchildren in the custody of Alderton & Frances Gelding, are William, Hillary and Douglas Willet. The testator by his will gave to his daughter-in-law, Frances Gelding the benefit of 600 acres of land until the children came of age provided that she teach them to read, write and cypher. If she did not then the land was to go to the petitioners, who were to teach the children. The Extrs ask for the 600 acres. Petition rejected.5 |
| Guardian - chose* | October 1750 | He chose a guardian on in October 1750 at Northampton Co, VA. He was shown as Hillary Willett, orphan of Hillary, and would have been age 14 or older to chose his own guardian.2 |
| Land sold* | before 1754 | He sold land before 1754 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. Hillary Willett sold his part of this tract to John Stratton, as in 1754 Stratton sold as 155 acres, stating that he had bought from Hillary Willett.4 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Hillary Willet, wife Frances).
- [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).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 98-99 (tract N17).
- [S877] Jean M. Mihalyka, Loose Papers and Sundry Court Cases, 1732-1744/5, Northampton County, Virginia, Volume II, p. 149-150.
Douglas Willett I1,2
M, b. circa 1730, d. before 13 February 1781
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Douglas Willett I was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 16 April 1735 | Douglas was named in his father's will on 16 April 1735 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Hillary West(sic) (Willet) gave to my son William my Neg?? Lite. To son Hillary my bed at mother's. To son Douglas ( lost ). Remaining estate to be div. by my wife Frances and my three sons William, Douglas and Hillary. Wife extrx. and loving father overseer. Witt: William Willet, William (X) Griffith.1 |
| Will - Grfath's* | 18 October 1739 | Douglas 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 |
| Land inherited* | 1739 | He inherited land in 1739 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. William Willett left 650 acres to grandsons William, Hillary and Douglas Willett, sons of a son Hillary (wife Frances) who had died 4 years previously. William was to have the south part where his father had lived, Hillary the next and Douglas the balance. This was the southeast corner of the whole tract on the north side of Peminoe Creek. It was noted that the total acreage of the 3 parts as brought out by later deeds fell considerably short of the supposed 650 acres bequeathed.4 |
| Court - nam in petit* | May 1742 | He was named in a petition that was recorded in court records in May 1742 at Northampton Co, VA. The Extrs of William Willet, his sons-in-law, Thomas and James Goffigan and Thomas Hunt, show that the grandchildren in the custody of Alderton & Frances Gelding, are William, Hillary and Douglas Willet. The testator by his will gave to his daughter-in-law, Frances Gelding the benefit of 600 acres of land until the children came of age provided that she teach them to read, write and cypher. If she did not then the land was to go to the petitioners, who were to teach the children. The Extrs ask for the 600 acres. Petition rejected.5 |
| Marriage* | 21 June 1760 | He married Henrietta Johnson, daughter of John Johnson and Tabitha (36) Fisher, on 21 June 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. Amos Johnson was security on the M.L.B. of Douglas Willett and Henritta Johnson, daughter of John Johnson dec'd. Adderson Nottingham witness.6 |
| Marriage* | circa 1768 | Douglas Willett I married Elizabeth (-----) circa 1768 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Est Settm't Named In* | 8 October 1771 | Douglas Willett I was named in an estate settlement on 8 October 1771 at Northampton Co, VA. The division of the estate of Michael Dixon Sr and Jun: Douglas Willett Junr part of the estate of Michael Dixon Junior dec'd; the 1/7 of the appraised valued of the moveables £4.19.11. Douglas Willett Senr & wife Elizabeth, part of the estate of Michael Dixon Senr.2 |
| Anecdote* | 5 November 1777 | At a Council of the State of Virginia held Nov 5, 1777, it was ordered that a warrent for 130 pounds for Ned, late property of Douglas Willet: the slave was taken from the Enemy and ordered by a decree of the Court of Admiralty to be sold, and bought for Lead Mines by this Board. (NOTE: Since the slave belonging to Douglas Willet was sold by the state instead of being returned to his owner, it is thought that Douglas Willet may have been a Loyalist or Tory.)7 |
| Death* | before 13 February 1781 | He died before 13 February 1781 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of Douglas Willett was granted to Robert Trower. Appraisers: Ralph Dixon, William Trower, John Stratton Jr. & Francis Costin.8 |
| Est settm't* | 10 June 1781 | His estate was settled on 10 June 1781 at Northampton Co, VA. A division of the estate of Douglas Willet dec'd was between his widow Elizabeth Willet and his son Douglas Willet. To cash in paper money after all demands settled to each party £1,154.0.0.9 |
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Henrietta Johnson b. c 1739, d. c 1765 |
| Marriage* | 21 June 1760 | He married Henrietta Johnson, daughter of John Johnson and Tabitha (36) Fisher, on 21 June 1760 at Northampton Co, VA. Amos Johnson was security on the M.L.B. of Douglas Willett and Henritta Johnson, daughter of John Johnson dec'd. Adderson Nottingham witness.6 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 288 (will of Hillary Willet, wife Frances).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 764.
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 98-99 (tract N17).
- [S877] Jean M. Mihalyka, Loose Papers and Sundry Court Cases, 1732-1744/5, Northampton County, Virginia, Volume II, p. 149-150.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 765 (citing Journal of the Council of the State of Virginia, vol II, page 22).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 466 (adm of Douglas Willett to Robert Trower).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 767.
Elizabeth Willett1
F, b. circa 1715, d. before 15 April 1789
| Birth* | circa 1715 | Elizabeth Willett was born circa 1715 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1738 | She married Thomas (of Thos) Goffigon, son of Thomas Goffigon and Mary Duparkes, circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1738 | As of circa 1738,her married name was Goffigon. |
| Will - Father's* | 18 October 1739 | Elizabeth was named in her father'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.1 |
| Will - Husb's* | 2 March 1752 | Elizabeth was named in her husband's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.2 |
| Marriage* | 8 January 1753 | She married John Benthall on 8 January 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. John Flood was security on the M.L.B. of John Benthall and Elizabeth Goffigon, widow of Thos Goffigon.3 |
| Married Name | 8 January 1753 | As of 8 January 1753,her married name was Benthall. |
| Will* | 14 June 1788 | Elizabeth made a will on 14 June 1788 at Northampton Co, VA. In her will Elizabeth Benthall gave to my son Peter Goffigon my large iron bound trunk. To friend John Williams, Sr. remaining estate and extr. Witt: John Stratton, Jr., Elizabeth (X) Williams.4 |
| Death* | before 15 April 1789 | She died before 15 April 1789 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that her will was proved.4 |
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John Benthall b. c 1700 |
| Marriage* | 8 January 1753 | Elizabeth Willett married John Benthall on 8 January 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. John Flood was security on the M.L.B. of John Benthall and Elizabeth Goffigon, widow of Thos Goffigon.3 |
Citations
- [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. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
- [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. 500 (will of Elizabeth Benthall).
Thomas (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1700, d. before 10 March 1752
| Birth* | circa 1700 | Thomas (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - GrFath's* | 3 December 1702 | Thomas was named in his grandfather's will on 3 December 1702 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Duparkes gave to my loving wife Elizabeth all the estate she had when I married her, and her life in all my land excepting my plantation. To son Thomas Duparkes (under 18) the heifer that Thomas Gohogan gave him, the 150 A. of lease land adjoining my son Gohogan's land, and my horse "Forrester". To my dau. Sarah Duparkes 4 pewter dishes and 6 pewter plates. To dau. Ann Duparkes (under 16) 2 pewter dishes. To my son(-in-law?) William Jarvis my plough, and to his wife my pewter beere bowle. To my son(-in-law) Thomas Gohogan and my dau. his wife one pewter beere bowle. To my son(-in-law) William Spady and my dau. his wife 2 pewter porringers. To each of my grandchildren Thomas and Rose Gohogan one ewe. To grandson Thomas Jarvis one heifer. To my dau. Spady's first child one ewe lamb. Resid. legatees wife and my two children Thomas and Ann Duparkes. Wife extrx. (Maj.) John Robins, Thomas Savage, and George Harmanson to oversee. Witt: John Tatum, Hamond (X) Firkettle, (Note: Ann Duparkes the dau. of Thomas dec'd is bound to John Nottingham and Sarah his wife her sister.)3 |
| Marriage* | circa 1720 | He married (-----) (-----) circa 1720. |
| Will - Father's* | 5 March 1719/20 | Thomas was named in his father's will on 5 March 1719/20 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffogan gave to my dau. Rose Willitt. My son James to have one year of schooling. To son Thomas. To son John a chest that formerly was Lennard Hall's. My three sons Thomas, John and James resid. legatees, and to have my 100 A. plantation during the term of the lease. Son Thomas extr. with friends John Robins, Sr. and Hillary Stringer to assist him. Witt: Hillary Stringer, Daniel Godwin, Gowne (X) Young.4 |
| Will - Bro-in-law* | 13 December 1725 | Thomas was named in his brother-in-law'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.5 |
| Marriage* | circa 1738 | He married Elizabeth Willett, daughter of Capt. William Willett Sr. and Anne Stringer, circa 1738 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father-in-law* | 18 October 1739 | Thomas was named in his father-in-law'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.6 |
| Will* | 2 March 1752 | Thomas made a will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
| Death* | before 10 March 1752 | He died before 10 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that his will was proved.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 228 (will of Thomas Goffigon).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 172 (will of Thomas Duparkes, wife Elizabeth).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 228 (will of Thomas Goffogon).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of William Willett Jr., wife Rose).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 304 (will of William Willett, daughters Elizabeth, Leah & Ann).
John Benthall1
M, b. circa 1700
| Birth* | circa 1700 | John Benthall was born circa 1700 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 8 January 1753 | He married Elizabeth Willett, daughter of Capt. William Willett Sr. and Anne Stringer, on 8 January 1753 at Northampton Co, VA. John Flood was security on the M.L.B. of John Benthall and Elizabeth Goffigon, widow of Thos Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
John (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1722
| Birth* | circa 1722 | John (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1722 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 March 1752 | John was named in his father's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
Mary (of Thos) Goffigon1
F, b. circa 1724
| Birth* | circa 1724 | Mary (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1745 | She married (-----) Guy circa 1745 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1745 | As of circa 1745,her married name was Guy. |
| Will - Father's* | 2 March 1752 | Mary was named in her father's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
(-----) Guy1
M, b. circa 1720
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
Willet (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1740
| Birth* | circa 1740 | Willet (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1740 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 March 1752 | Willet was named in his father's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
Laban (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1742
| Birth* | circa 1742 | Laban (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1742 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 March 1752 | Laban was named in his father's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
Abel (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1744
| Birth* | circa 1744 | Abel (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1744 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 2 March 1752 | Abel was named in his father's will on 2 March 1752 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffigon gave my eldest son John one corner cupboard. To dau. Mary Guy n. girl Comfort. To my dau. Elizabeth Pigot n. girl Rose. To my son Willet all my joyner's tools. My four young sons Willet, Laban, Abel and Peter to be bound out to trades when they are 14 and my brothers John and James to assist in placing them. Loving wife Elizabeth resid. legatee and extrx. Witt: James Goffigon, John Goffigon.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
(-----) (-----)
F, b. circa 1700
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 350 (will of Thomas Goffigon, wife Elizabeth).
Mary (of Hillary) Willett1
F, b. circa 1724
| Birth* | circa 1724 | Mary (of Hillary) Willett was born circa 1724 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 763.
Mary (-----)1
F, b. circa 1730
| Birth* | circa 1730 | Mary (-----) was born circa 1730 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1750 | She married William Willett, son of Hillary (of Wm) Willett and Frances (-----), circa 1750.1 |
| Married Name | circa 1750 | As of circa 1750,her married name was Willett. |
| Land sold* | 1752 | Mary (-----) sold land in 1752 at tract N17, Old Plantation Creek, Northampton Co, VA. William and Mary Willett sold as 150 acres their part of this tract to John Widgeon. A survey for division in 1796 showed 172 1/2 acres.1 |
Citations
- [S572] Ralph T. Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore (A History of Northampton and Accomack Counties), p. 98-99 (tract N17).
John D. Turpin1
M, b. circa 1790
| Birth* | circa 1790 | John D. Turpin was born circa 1790 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 9 October 1809 | He married Nancy Willett, daughter of Douglas Willett II and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Savage, on 9 October 1809 at Northampton Co, VA. Henry Walker was security on the M.L.B. of John Turpin and Nancy Willet.1 |
| Marriage* | 15 January 1819 | John D. Turpin married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Willett, daughter of Douglas Willett II and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Savage, on 15 January 1819 at Northampton Co, VA. Thos H. Turpin was security on the M.L.B. of John D. Turpin and Eliz Willett. They were married on 21 Jan 1819.1 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 768.
Thomas H. Turpin1
M, b. circa 1792
| Birth* | circa 1792 | Thomas H. Turpin was born circa 1792 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 1 December 1812 | He married Leah Willett, daughter of Douglas Willett II and Elizabeth 'Betsey' Savage, on 1 December 1812 at Northampton Co, VA. John D. Turpin was security on the M.L.B. of Thomas Turpin and Leah Willet.2 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 768.
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
John (of Thos) Goffigon1
M, b. circa 1705
| Birth* | circa 1705 | John (of Thos) Goffigon was born circa 1705 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Father's* | 5 March 1719/20 | John was named in his father's will on 5 March 1719/20 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Thomas Goffogan gave to my dau. Rose Willitt. My son James to have one year of schooling. To son Thomas. To son John a chest that formerly was Lennard Hall's. My three sons Thomas, John and James resid. legatees, and to have my 100 A. plantation during the term of the lease. Son Thomas extr. with friends John Robins, Sr. and Hillary Stringer to assist him. Witt: Hillary Stringer, Daniel Godwin, Gowne (X) Young.1 |
| Will - Bro-in-law* | 13 December 1725 | John was named in his brother-in-law'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.2 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 228 (will of Thomas Goffogon).
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 257 (will of William Willett Jr., wife Rose).
Edith 'Edy' Wheeler1
F, b. circa 1795
| Birth* | circa 1795 | Edith 'Edy' Wheeler was born circa 1795 at Northampton Co, VA.2 |
| Marriage* | 21 March 1827 | She married James Riggs Willett, son of George (of Ambrose) Willett and Ann 'Nancy' Riggs, on 21 March 1827 at Northampton Co, VA. Arthur A. Wilson was security (& as to ages) on the M.L.B. of James R. Willett and Edy Wheeler. Smith Nottingham & Ellison A. Hopkins witt. They were married 21 Mar 1827.1 |
| Married Name | 21 March 1827 | As of 21 March 1827,her married name was Willett. |
| Est Settm't Husb's* | 8 February 1841 | Edith 'Edy' Wheeler was named in her husband's estate settlement on 8 February 1841 at Northampton Co, VA. It was on this date that administration on the estate of James Willett was granted to Dr. Arthur W. Upshur, the widow Edith relinquished the administration. The bond was set at $1,000.3 |
| Census w/another* | 1850 | Edith was listed with another family in the census of 1850 at Northampton Co, VA. She was shown as Edith Willett, age 55 in HH#298 headed by Jno. W. Leatherbury, a 53 year old farmer, born in Acc Co, with real estate valued at $12,000.2 |
Citations
- [S622] Jean M. Mihalyka, Northampton Co, VA, Marriages, 1660/1-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses, Minister Returns, and other sources).
- [S1975] Frances Bibbins Latimer, 1850 Northampton Co, VA, Census & Mortality Schedule 1850-1880.
- [S1003] Dr. David R. Scott, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1800-1854, p. 309 (adm of James Willett to Dr. Arthur W. Upshur).
George Willett1
M, b. circa 1710
| Birth* | circa 1710 | George Willett was born circa 1710 at Northampton Co, VA.1 |
| Will - Witnessed* | 14 March 1735/36 | George witnessed a will on 14 March 1735/36 at Northampton Co, VA. In his will Azariah Hunt gave to loving wife Ann during her life the plantation whereon I do live from the mill dam to the road where the branch crosses it along the north side of the branch to the head of my land, and then to my dau. Mary Hunt. To my dau. Elishe Hunt the other part of my home land, my water mill, and all my land on Hogg Island. My land in Accomack to be sold to pay my debts. Resid. legatees wife and two daus. Wife extrx. Witt: William Willet, George Willet, John (J) Nelson.1 |
Citations
- [S497] James Handley Marshall, Northampton Co, VA, Abstracts of Wills & Administrations, 1632-1802, p. 292 (will of Azariah Hunt, wife Ann).
Sophia (-----)1
F, b. circa 1775
| Birth* | circa 1775 | Sophia (-----) was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | She married (-----) Lewis circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.2 |
| Married Name | circa 1795 | As of circa 1795,her married name was Lewis. |
| Marriage* | 23 December 1798 | Sophia (-----) married John (of Wm) Willett Sr., son of William Willett and Gertrude 'Gartry' (of Jacob of Hunting Cr) Taylor, on 23 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA. They were shown as John Willett and Mrs. Sophia Lewis, widow.1 |
| Married Name | 23 December 1798 | As of 23 December 1798,her married name was Willett. |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 324 (marriage of John Willett & Mrs. Sophia Lewis, widow).
(-----) Lewis1
M, b. circa 1775, d. before 23 December 1798
| Birth* | circa 1775 | (-----) Lewis was born circa 1775 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | circa 1795 | He married Sophia (-----) circa 1795 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Death* | before 23 December 1798 | (-----) Lewis died before 23 December 1798 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns), p. 324 (marriage of John Willett & Mrs. Sophia Lewis, widow).
Sally (of Thos) Hurst1
F, b. circa 1800
Citations
- [S558] Nora Miller Turman, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1776-1854 (Recorded in Bonds, Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
John (of John) Willett Jr.1
M, b. circa 1805
| Birth* | circa 1805 | John (of John) Willett Jr. was born circa 1805 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Census head* | 1830 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1830 at St. George Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Willett Jun, age 20-30. Listed with him were 3F0-5, 1F5-10, 1F20-30 & 1F30-40 & no slaves nor Free Negroes.2 |
| Guardian - named as* | 27 May 1839 | John was named as a guardian on 27 May 1839 at Accomack Co, VA. John Willett Jr. was by the Court appointed Guardian to Ann, Sally, Thomas, John and William Willett, orphans of William Willett dec'd, with John C. Hall and John R. Drummond securities on a $500 bond.3 |
| Census head* | 1840 | John was listed as a head of household in the census of 1840 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as John Willet Sen(sic) (Jr, as he was age 30-40 and the other John Willett in St. George Parish was age 70-80). Listed with him were 1M0-10, 2F10-15, 1F15-20, 1F20-30 & 1F30-40 & no slaves nor Free Negroes.4 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 658.
- [S580] Jody Powell, 1830 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 662 (citing Acc Orders, 1836-1840, p. 520).
- [S581] Jody Powell, 1840 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
Annie Susan Gladding1,2
F, b. 1860
| Census w/parents* | 1860 | Annie was listed with her parents in the census of 1860 at Accomack Parish, Accomack Co, VA. HH#427 was headed by Edward G. Gladding, a 36 year old teacher with personal property valued at $60. Listed with him was Polly Gladding, age 24 and An. S. Gladding, age 6/12.1 |
| Birth* | 1860 | She was born in 1860 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 23 November 1884 | She married William M. Willett, son of William Willett and Mary 'Polly' Gray, on 23 November 1884 at near Wiseville, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Wm. M. Willett, a 48 year old single carpenter, the son of Polly Willett and she was shown as Annie Gladding, age 24, the daughter of Polly Galdding.3,4 |
| Married Name | 23 November 1884 | As of 23 November 1884,her married name was Willett. |
Citations
- [S7] 1860 Accomack Co, VA, Census.
- [S786] Gail M. Walczyk, Accomack Co, VA, Birth Register, 1853-1896, Volume III, 1887-1896, p. 220 (birth of Charles W. Willett show his mother as Susan Willett).
- [S551] Barry W. Miles & Moody K. Miles, Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Records, 1854-1895 (Recorded in Licenses and Ministers' Returns).
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 696.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 697.
Virginia Etta Lewis1
F, b. 12 June 1864, d. 20 March 1929
| Birth* | 12 June 1864 | Virginia Etta Lewis was born on 12 June 1864 at Accomack Co, VA.1 |
| Marriage* | 8 September 1897 | She married Thomas Robert Willett, son of Thomas R. Willett and Elicia 'Elishea' A. Bell, on 8 September 1897 at St. Thomas Church, Accomack Co, VA. He was shown as Thomas R. Willett, a 34 year old divorced wage earner, the son of Thomas R. & Alicia Willett and she was shown as Virginia Lewis, age 30 & single, the daughter of William & Mary Lewis.2,3 |
| Married Name | 8 September 1897 | As of 8 September 1897,her married name was Willett. |
| Death* | 20 March 1929 | Virginia Etta Lewis died on 20 March 1929 at Accomack Co, VA, at age 64.1 |
| Burial* | | Virginia was buried at Liberty Cemetery, Parksley, Accomack Co, VA.1 |
Citations
- [S502] Jean Merritt Mihalyka & Faye Downing Wilson, Graven Stones of Lower Accomack County, Virginia.
- [S43] Accomack Co, VA, Marriage Register #4, 1896-1925.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 682.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 683.
(-----) Nagle1
M, b. circa 1860
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 668.
Ida M. Taylor1
F, b. 1889
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 687.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 668.
Daisey Willett1
F, b. 31 December 1883, d. 31 December 1885
| Birth* | 31 December 1883 | Daisey Willett was born on 31 December 1883 at Accomack Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | 31 December 1885 | She died on 31 December 1885 at Accomack Co, MD, at age 2.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 668.
Elicia Willett1
F, b. 14 November 1870, d. 7 August 1872
| Birth* | 14 November 1870 | Elicia Willett was born on 14 November 1870 at Accomack Co, MD.1 |
| Death* | 7 August 1872 | She died on 7 August 1872 at Accomack Co, MD, at age 1.1 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 668.
(-----) Sainzon1
M, b. circa 1885
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 669.
Sophia Marie Tremper1
F, b. circa 1890, d. 25 May 1935
| Birth* | circa 1890 | Sophia Marie Tremper was born circa 1890.1 |
| Marriage* | between 1910 and 1911 | She married John Edward Willett, son of Charles E. Willett and Susan R. Lewis, between 1910 and 1911 at Cape Charles, Northampton Co, VA. They were intending to elope, but in 1910 or early 1911 the local minister stopped them from running off to be married and performed the ceremony against the wishes of her father. (NOTE: There is no record of this marraige in Elmore's N'hamp Co Marriages, 1854-1922.)1 |
| Married Name | between 1910 and 1911 | As of between 1910 and 1911,her married name was Willett. |
| Death* | 25 May 1935 | Sophia Marie Tremper died on 25 May 1935 at Hampton, VA.3 |
| Burial* | | Sophia was buried at St. Luke's Churchyard, Hampton, VA.3 |
Citations
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 669.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 670.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 672.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 673.
- [S2653] Albert James Willett Jr., The Willett Families of North America, Volume II, p. 674.
