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William Peter Hall
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- Sargent Lineage: Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Frederick Webster Hall (b. 15 April 1881, d. 24 January 1936)
- Mother: Dorothea Johanna Jonkman (b. 12 February 1882, d. 27 October 1959)
Children with Margaret May Bond (b. 15 September 1904, d. January 1994)
Biography
- William Peter Hall was born on 8 February 1906 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- He completed two years of college.2
- He married Margaret May Bond on 17 October 1933.1
- William Peter Hall was a sprayer for a sweeper company.2
- He appeared on the 1940 US Federal Census of 4053 Diversion Ave, Home Acres-Kelloggsville, Kent County, Michigan, enumerated on 6 May 1940. Also listed with the household was Arletta J Bond, mother of Margaret. She was 79, a widow, born in Canada. They own their home with a reported value of $3000.2
- William moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- He died on 21 March 1973 in Wyoming, Kent County, Michigan, at age 67.1
- He was buried in Oakhill Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
Obit Notice
Obituary from Grand Rapids Press, Friday, March 23, 1973, page 7D
William P. Hall (Bill) aged 67, of 19 41st, SW, Wyoming, went to be with his Lord unexpectedly Wednesday, March 21, 1973. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:30pm in the funeral chapel with the Rev. Jay Dyksterhouse officiating. Relatives and friends may call Friday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 and Saturday 9:30 to 11:00 am. Mr. Hall reposes at the Vanderpool Chapel, 3131 S. Division, Bruce Stegenga Director.
Other Information
- Relationship: 6th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Margaret May Bond1
Children with William Peter Hall (b. 8 February 1906, d. 21 March 1973)
Biography
- Margaret May Bond was born on 15 September 1904.1
- She completed 8th grade.2
- She married William Peter Hall, son of Frederick Webster Hall and Dorothea Johanna Jonkman, on 17 October 1933.1
- Margaret May Bond died in January 1994 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at age 89.1
Other Information
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Citations
Dorothea Loretta Hall1
- Sargent Lineage: Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Frederick Webster Hall (b. 15 April 1881, d. 24 January 1936)
- Mother: Dorothea Johanna Jonkman (b. 12 February 1882, d. 27 October 1959)
Biography
- Dorothea Loretta Hall was born on 13 June 1913 in Torrington, Connecticut.1
- She married Clyde Ray White on 19 May 1943.1
- Clyde and Dorothea had two daughters.1
- Dorothea lived in Detroit, Michigan.1
Other Information
- Relationship: 6th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Clyde Ray White1
Biography
- Clyde Ray White was born on 27 December 1901.1
- He married Dorothea Loretta Hall, daughter of Frederick Webster Hall and Dorothea Johanna Jonkman, on 19 May 1943.1
- Clyde and Dorothea had two daughters.1
- Clyde Ray White died on 27 July 1995 in Bradenton, Florida, at age 93.1
Other Information
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Citations
Vera Luella Hall1
- Sargent Lineage: Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Frederick Webster Hall (b. 15 April 1881, d. 24 January 1936)
- Mother: Dorothea Johanna Jonkman (b. 12 February 1882, d. 27 October 1959)
Children with Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
Biography
- Vera Luella Hall was born on 7 July 1920 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- She married Merton Alva Seeley on 2 September 1944 in Chesterfield, South Carolina, According to Vera, she and Merton went to South Carolina to get married because South Carolina did not have a waiting period for a marriage license. Merton was stationed at Fort Mackall, North Carolina at the time. North Carolina apparently had a long waiting period for a marriage license.1
- Vera lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- She died on 16 February 2008 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at age 87.1
- She was buried in Courtland Township Cemetery, Kent County, Michigan.1
Obit Notice
Grand Rapids Press, February 18, 2008
Mrs. Vera L. Seeley, age 87, of Grand Rapids, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 16, 2008. As a young lady she went to North Carolina where Merton was stationed with the US Army. They were married on September 2, 1944. During WWII Vera worked for Willow Run at an aircraft plant and was classified as a "Rosey the Riveter." After the war, she and Mert worked at Bissell in Grand Rapids. When her children arrived, she became a stay-at-home mom. There are many memories of their Sunday trips to Holland State Park; they were the first to arrive in the Spring and the last to leave in the Fall. Vera was an avid reader. When her children were little, there wasn't a lot of money. She made sure her children were well-cared for and had new clothing even if she wore the same outfits for years. Later in life, she made afghans and angels which have become cherished gifts to her family and friends. When Vera moved from her home to an apartment, she had a new outlook on life. She collected clothing and would disperse to others who were in need. She enjoyed playing bingo with her friends. Vera loved the Lord and took part in Bible Study at the Ambrose Ridge Apartments. She was a member of Daystar Ministries. A very caring, giving, and loving mother, Mrs. Seeley is survived by her children, Susan and Cornelius "Casey" Kalee and Pat and James Alles, all of Rockford, Robin and Dave Herbig, II and David and Jan Seeley, all of Comstock Park; step-son, James and Judy Brower of Virginia; 12 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Lucretia Fox of Wyoming, MI; and nieces and nephews; and her Bobbsey twin, Irene. She was preceded in death by her husband, Merton Seeley on October 3, 1986; sisters, Dorothy White, and Hazel Dent; brothers, George Hall and William Hall. The service for Mrs. Seeley will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Glenn Smith officiating. Interment in Courtland Twp. Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider World Hope International. Friends may meet with Vera's family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford
Grand Rapids Press, February 19, 2008
Mrs. Vera L. Seeley, age 87, of Grand Rapids, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 16, 2008. The service for Mrs. Seeley will be Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Glenn Smith officiating. Interment in Courtland Twp. Cemetery. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider World Hope International. Friends may meet with Vera's family from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 on Tuesday at the funeral home. The Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford.
Story
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Do you know why you were given the name you have? - No.
Grandma, tell me about your mother: Dorothea Johhanna Jonkman, [born in] Grand Rapids, Mich. She worked in a factory for 0.10 an hour, 6 days a week.
Grandma, tell me about your father: Frederick Webster Hall, [born in] Torrington, Conn [note: not true]. He went to see the RMS Lusitania before it sailed on the voyage when it was sunk by the Germans. He came to Grand Rapids and worked at Bissells Carpet Sweepers.
Grandma, tell me about your brothers and sisters: George W. Hall, Hazel Fern Hall, William P. Hall, Dorothy Joanna Hall, Lucretia Margarita Hall, Vera Luella Hall
Did you share a room with anyone? My sister Lucretia - We slept upstairs where there was no heat, so we run upstairs and jumped into bed and didn't move till morning.
Grandma, tell me about your grand parents. Your mothers' mother: She died before I was born. The only grandma I knew was my grandpa's 4th wife. We called her Aunt Lizzie
Your mothers' father: Peter Jonkman. He was married 4 times and was quite a ladies man. He owned a coal business where they used to sell coal for heat.
When you were young grandmother, how did you celebrate Valentines Day? Did you have school parties? Yes, we exchanged gifts at Christmas and Valentines on the 14th of Feb.
Did you ever make a Valentine for someone special? Who did you give it to? I gave to my best friends. We were playmates all the while we were growing up - she lived on my street.
Did you learn how to sew or knit? Who taught you? I learned to crochet by a neighbor a long time ago.
Grandma, do you have any springtime memories? Did you ever fly a kite? We made kites and flew them and played ball and other games.
What do you remember about your childhood home and neighborhood? It was nice growing up in our neighborhood, we played outside all the time - games in the summertime & ice skating and coasting in the winter. We all hated to go home at night.
What memories do you have of going to church as a child? We lived in a dutch neighborhood where everyone went to church on Sunday and did nothing else. The kids were all kept in the house and we always walked to church and back.
Do you go to an Easter Sunrise Service? Yes, even my dad went to church on Easter.
Tell about your family Easter traditions. Do you have Easter egg hunts? We all got new clothes and hunted for egg's in the yard and house.
Grandma, did you have a very favorite doll or teddy bear or doll? I remember the last doll I got at Christmas, but not her name.
What ever became of it? Lost over time.
Did you have any favorite games you liked to play? Marbles, Flinch, rook, mumbly jig (or pig?), played ball, Pom Pom Grull? away, Hide & Seek
Grandma, what was your favorite activity in the summer? How did you keep cool? Playing in the playground with all the other kids, and we went to a pool or we went through a hose
Did you ride a bike? Where would you ride to? We rode them on our streets and I belonged to a club and we went on trips
Did you ever go camping? Where did you go? Yes, we went to Holland State Park on Lake Michigan
Grandmother, when you were young did you have a favorite pet? Tell me about him/her. I had a dog named Ranger who was a police dog and a little dog called Skippy. They always played with us kids.
Grandma, when you were young, what did you do to help in the kitchen? Not much. My mother was a wonderful cook and baker and she liked to do it alone.
What other chores were you expected to do around the house? Not many - I mowed the lawn and shoveled the snow.
Was your mother a very good cook? What kind of food did she fix most of the time? Yes she was a baker at Herp's - a store downtown.
Grandma, what school's did you attend? Hall St. School and South High School
What was your favorite subject? History.
Did you have any special teachers? How did they influence you? I don't recall any.
What did you do at recess time? Play jump rope.
Were you ever in a school play? No.
Did you ever go on a school trip? We didn't go on any school trips when I went to school.
Grandma, did you play any sports in school? Basketball & Volleyball
Did you go to school sports events? What were your favorites? Football games
Did you play an instrument, were you in the band? No.
Grandma, tell me about your best friends in school when young. What did you do together? We always walked to school together & played when we got home.
Who were your best friends in high school? Grace Todd.
Grandma, when you were a young girl, did you go trick-or-treating on Halloween? We always went trick or treating and we always made up our costumes - never bought any.
Did you carve a pumpkin? Yes
What kind of treats did you get? Apples, suckers, gum, cookies.
Grandma, how did you family celebrate Christmas when you were young? We always had a turkey and we always had company.
What foods were served? Who did all the cooking? Turkey, potatoes, squash, cranberries and all kinds of pies - my mother did all the cooking.
Grandma, tell me how your family celebrated Christmas when you were a child. Did you hang up a stocking for Santa to fill? We put our stockings in a chair. We picked out and had a tree.
What kind of gifts did you give your mother and father. We always made something in school for our parents.
Did grandpa serve in the military? He was a sageant in the second world war.
Other Information
- Relationship: 6th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant, Story List of People
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
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Merton Alva Seeley1
Child with Frances L Brower (b. 14 February 1924, d. 6 August 1943)
Children with Vera Luella Hall (b. 7 July 1920, d. 16 February 2008)
Biography
- Merton Alva Seeley was born on 26 February 1917 in Rockford, Kent County, Michigan.1
- Father: Alva Seeley (b 14 Jun 1890 Courtland Township, Michigan) - Mother: Sylvia May Squires (b 28 Sep 1895 Courtland Township, Michigan.)1
- He married Frances L Brower on 29 August 1942 in Alto, Michigan.1
- Merton was inducted into military service on December 16, 1942 and entered active service on December 29, 1942 at Camp Grant, Illinois. During his time in the army, he served at Camp McCoy, Wisconsin, Camp McCain, Mississippi, Fort McClellan, Alabama and Camp Mackall, North Carolina. Merton was promoted to the rank of Sergeant on August 1, 1944. All of these Camps served as a World War II Prison Internment Camps. Merton was awarded the Victory Medal, American Theater Ribbon 1 Service Stripe, and the Good Conduct Medal. He was seperated from the army on February 3, 1946 at the Fort Sheridan, Illinois Seperation Center.1
- He married Vera Luella Hall, daughter of Frederick Webster Hall and Dorothea Johanna Jonkman, on 2 September 1944 in Chesterfield, South Carolina, According to Vera, she and Merton went to South Carolina to get married because South Carolina did not have a waiting period for a marriage license. Merton was stationed at Fort Mackall, North Carolina at the time. North Carolina apparently had a long waiting period for a marriage license.1
- Merton Alva Seeley died on 3 October 1986 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at age 69.1
- The cause of his death was congestive heart failure.1
- He was buried in Courtland Township Cemetery, Kent County, Michigan.1
Obit Notice
Obituary from Grand Rapids Press, October 4, 1986:
Mr. Merton "Mert" Seeley, aged 69, of Grand Rapids, died Friday morning, October 3, 1986. Mr. Seeley was a retiree of Bissell, and a veteran of WWII. He is survived by his wife Vera; his children, James and Judy Brower, Susan and Casey Kalee, Pat and Jim Alles, Robin and Dave Herbig, Dave and Jan Seeley; 12 grandchildren, one great grandchild; a sister, Mrs. Grace Bates; nieces and nephews. The service for Mrs. [misprinted] Seeley will be held Monday afternoon at 1:00 from the funeral home, with pastor Jack Rowe of Calvary Memorial Assembly of God officiating. Internment in Courtland Cemetery. Memorials to the American Diabetes Association. The family will greet friends from 7 to 9 Saturday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 Sunday at the Pederson Funeral Home, Rockford.
Other Information
- Charts/Lists: LOP Second World War
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Frances L Brower1
Child with Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
Biography
- Frances L Brower was born on 14 February 1924 in Caledonia, Kent County, Michigan.1
- Father: Henry John Brower (b 17 Mar 1899 Rockford, Michigan) - Mother: Beatrice V Sensiba (b 18 Mar 1902 Michigan.)1
- She married Merton Alva Seeley on 29 August 1942 in Alto, Michigan.1
- She died on 6 August 1943 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at age 19.1
- The cause of her death was childbirth. Her husband Merton had to obtain permission to come home to attend the funeral. He was stationed in the army at Camp McClellan, Alabama.1
Other Information
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Citations
James Brower1
Parents
- Father: Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
- Mother: Frances L Brower (b. 14 February 1924, d. 6 August 1943)
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Citations
Susan Seeley1
- Sargent Lineage: Vera Luella Hall10, Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
- Mother: Vera Luella Hall (b. 7 July 1920, d. 16 February 2008)
- Relationship: 7th cousin of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Pat Seeley1
- Sargent Lineage: Vera Luella Hall10, Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
- Mother: Vera Luella Hall (b. 7 July 1920, d. 16 February 2008)
- Relationship: 7th cousin of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Robin Seeley1
- Sargent Lineage: Vera Luella Hall10, Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
- Mother: Vera Luella Hall (b. 7 July 1920, d. 16 February 2008)
- Relationship: 7th cousin of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
David Seeley1
- Sargent Lineage: Vera Luella Hall10, Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Merton Alva Seeley (b. 26 February 1917, d. 3 October 1986)
- Mother: Vera Luella Hall (b. 7 July 1920, d. 16 February 2008)
- Relationship: 7th cousin of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Lucretia Seeley Hall1
- Sargent Lineage: Frederick9, Eben8, Isaac7, Persis Sargent6, David5, David4, Joseph3, Joseph2, John1, William0
Parents
- Father: Frederick Webster Hall (b. 15 April 1881, d. 24 January 1936)
- Mother: Dorothea Johanna Jonkman (b. 12 February 1882, d. 27 October 1959)
Biography
- Lucretia Seeley Hall was born on 11 March 1918 in Grand Rapids, Michigan.2,3
- She married Zeno Ernst Kortz on 25 September 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan.3,1
- Zeno and Lucretia had 2 sons and 2 daughters.
- She married Jacob Philip Fox estimated 1955.1,4
- Jacob and Lucretia lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- In 2008 Lucretia moved to Wyoming, Michigan.1
- She died on 10 January 2009 in Rockford, Michigan, at age 90.2
Other Information
- Relationship: 6th cousin 1 time removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
Zeno Ernst Kortz1
Biography
- Zeno Ernst Kortz was born on 6 April 1910 in Bear Lake, Michigan.1,2
- Father: Bernard Kortz - Mother: Emma Dziubenek.2
- He was employed by American Forge & Socket in 1937.2
- He married Lucretia Seeley Hall, daughter of Frederick Webster Hall and Dorothea Johanna Jonkman, on 25 September 1937 in Pontiac, Michigan.2,1
- Zeno and Lucretia had 2 sons and 2 daughters.
- Zeno Ernst Kortz died on 16 July 1950 at age 40.1
Other Information
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Nicholas Boss1
Biography
- Nicholas Boss was born about 1880.1
- He married Dorothea Johanna Jonkman on 25 March 1954.1
- He died on 7 May 1966 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, at age ~86.1
- He was buried in Pine Hill Cemetery, Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
Obit Notice
Obituary from Grand Rapids Press, Monday, May 9, 1966, page 36
Nicholas Boss, aged 86, formerly of 64th St. SW, passed away unexpectedly Saturday afternoon at the Holland Home. Surviving are two sons and one daughter, Mrs. Jacob Dykstra and Myron Boss of Byron Center, Clarence E. Boss and a son-in-law, Harold J. Myers of Grand Rapids; 12 grand children; 19 great-grandchildren; two stepsons; three stepdaughters; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Edward Boss of Byron Center, Mrs. Peter Boss of Chino, Calif. Services will held Tuesday afternoon 1:30 at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, Rev. Vincent C. Licatesi officiating. Interment Pine Hill Cemetery. Member of the family will be at the chapel Monday 7 to 9.
Other Information
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Citations
Jacob Philip Fox1
Biography
- Jacob Philip Fox was born on 15 December 1907 in Six Lakes, Michigan.1
- He married Lucretia Seeley Hall, daughter of Frederick Webster Hall and Dorothea Johanna Jonkman, estimated 1955.1,2
- Jacob and Lucretia lived in Grand Rapids, Michigan.1
- He died on 30 June 1991 at age 83.3
Other Information
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Joseph Gilson Hall1
Parents
- Father: Isaac Hall (b. 22 February 1807, d. 25 February 1878)
- Mother: Sarah Gray Waters (b. 17 April 1811, d. 4 June 1858)
Biography
- Joseph Gilson Hall was born on 30 November 1843 in Shirley, Massachusetts.1
- He died on 31 August 1847 in Shirley, Massachusetts, at age 3.1
- The cause of his death was dysentary.1
Other Information
- Relationship: 4th cousin 3 times removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Descendants of William Sargent, Immigrant
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
William Grainsby
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Child
- Emma de Grainsby+ (b. about 1190, d. after 30 September 1226)
Biography
- William Grainsby was born estimated 1165.2
Other Information
- Relationship: 24th great-grandfather of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: Ancestors of Elizabeth Collier Lewis, Ancestors of Ruth Kingsbury, Elizabeth Alsop - Royal Ancestors
- Last Edited: 19 September 2024 16:46:29
Citations
David Hilliard
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Parents
- Father: William Hilliard (b. estimated 1646, d. 24 January 1714)
- Mother: Deborah Warren (b. 1652, d. 15 February 1718)
Children with Johanna Andros (b. 8 December 1678, d. April 1716)
- Joseph Hilliard (d. 25 December 1744)
- Dorothy Hilliard (d. before February 1743/44)
- Deborah Hillard+ (b. 4 April 1700, d. 16 April 1777)
- Lydia Hilliard (b. 4 October 1702, d. before 1748)
- William Hilliard (b. 28 October 1703)
- Priscilla Hilliard+ (b. 2 November 1705, d. 17 August 1736)
- John Hillard (b. 2 November 1705, d. 30 July 1727)
- Oliver Hilliard+ (b. before 28 November 1709)
- Benoni Hilliard (b. 12 March 1715/16, d. 19 August 1801)
Children with Susanna Luther (b. 1686, d. 6 April 1777)
- Mary Hilliard (b. 23 June 1718, d. 8 August 1740)
- Joshua Hilliard+ (b. 27 October 1719, d. before 9 March 1777)
- Hannah Hilliard+ (b. 11 October 1721)
- Samuel Hilliard (b. 19 March 1723, d. 6 August 1741)
- David Hilliard+ (b. 21 September 1726, d. 27 July 1815)
- Susanna Hilliard (b. 9 June 1730, d. 26 August 1730)
- Abigail Hilliard+ (b. 11 October 1732, d. 3 July 1753)
Biography
- David Hilliard was born on 25 February 1677/78 in Hingham, Massachusetts.2
- He married Johanna Andros on 13 July 1699 in Little Compton, Rhode Island.1
- He was a Captain during the French and Indian Wars.1,3
- He married Susanna Luther on 27 March 1717 in Swansea, Massachusetts.1
- He died on 11 January 1748/49 in Little Compton, Rhode Island, at age 70.1
- He was buried in Old Commons Burial Ground, Little Compton, Rhode Island.1,4
Gravestone
Will
The will of David Hilliard
David Hilliard of Little Compton Gentleman. 1st of August 1748.
To wife Susannah Hilliard pew in meeting house, negro girl named Kate, one third of personal estate and the profits of the house I now live in.
To son William Hilliard £ 600 bond he owes me which he paid on farm in Stonington Conn.
To son Oliver Hilliard the west part of my farm where I now dwell, bounded begins at the southwest corner of Joseph Peckham's land, south on the highway until it comes to the north west corner of Capt John Palmer's east by the said Palmer until it comes to the north corner of sd Palmer.
To four grandchildren, children of Deceased son Joseph Hilliard £ 80 each.
To son Benonie Hilliard £300 a bond bearing date Dec 15 1743.
To sons Joshua Hilliard and David Hilliard north part of my homestead. Begins 21 stones north of my garden east by Peckham south to the highway. To them my new house and shop.
To daughter Deborah Wheaton £ 5.
To four grandchildren, children of Priscilla Palmer Dec. £ 40 to be divided.
To daughter Hannah wife of John Wilbour £ 30.
To daughter Abigail Hilliard £ 100.
To church of Christ £ ten.
Wife Susannah executrix.
Witnesses
William Head David Hilliard Thomas Burgess Robert Carr
Proved Feb 6, 1748/9
From: "Little Compton Wills" compiled by Benjamin Franklin Wilbour, p 50.
Story
David and Johanna moved from Little Compton to Stonington after the birth of their second child in OCT 1702 and before the birth of their third child in OCT 1703. They were active in the First Congretational Church (Road Church) of Stonington. Their children were all christened there. David was elected Selectman in 1714 and 1715. He was also active in the Town Militia, as the ammunition and weapons were stored in his household.
After the death of Johanna, David returned with his family to Little Compton, where he married Susannah Luther. In Little Compton, David obtained the military rank of Captain in the Indian wars. His occupation appeared to be that of a carpenter because he is mentioned many times for receiving payment for constructing wooden items such as caskets, collection plates and ammunition storage chests, etc.
Other Information
- Relationship: 1st cousin 8 times removed of Linda Sargent
- Charts/Lists: LOP FrenchIndianWar , Sargent Ancestors
- Last Edited: 16 October 2024 12:07:15
Citations
Susanna Luther1
Children with David Hilliard (b. 25 February 1677/78, d. 11 January 1748/49)
- Mary Hilliard (b. 23 June 1718, d. 8 August 1740)
- Joshua Hilliard+ (b. 27 October 1719, d. before 9 March 1777)
- Hannah Hilliard+ (b. 11 October 1721)
- Samuel Hilliard (b. 19 March 1723, d. 6 August 1741)
- David Hilliard+ (b. 21 September 1726, d. 27 July 1815)
- Susanna Hilliard (b. 9 June 1730, d. 26 August 1730)
- Abigail Hilliard+ (b. 11 October 1732, d. 3 July 1753)
Biography
- Susanna Luther was born in 1686 in Swansea, Massachusetts.1
- Father: Samuel Luther (b 1636) - Mother: Mary Abell (b 11 Apr 1642 Weymouth, MA.)1
- She married David Hilliard, son of William Hilliard and Deborah Warren, on 27 March 1717 in Swansea, Massachusetts.1
- Susanna Luther died on 6 April 1777 in Little Compton, Rhode Island, at age ~91.1
- She was buried in Old Commons Burial Ground, Little Compton, Rhode Island. Inscription: In memory of Susannah widow of Capt David Hilliard who departed this life April 6 A.D. 1777 in the 91st year of her age.1,2,3
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