DUDLEY FAMILY OF YORK COUNTY, VA

DUDLEY FAMILY OF YORK COUNTY, VA

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"The Dudley Family" Compiled by Melinda Jones Lukei Feb. 3, 2000

"VII - 1 - 1 - Edward Dudley born 1602, died 6 February 1655, settled in York, County until 1651, when he moved to Lancaster County, Virginia. Came to Virginia in 1637 with Thomas Hampton. he received 300 acres of Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond County); died 1654/55. Married circa 1620 Elizabeth Pritchard d/o William Pritchard of Bristol and Hester Pritchard of Bristol..."

"Tyler's Quarterly Historical and Genealogical Magazine" Volume IV. January, 1934. No. 3Page 176

"Dudley Families of Virginia, North Carolina, and other Southern States"by John Sprunt Hill

"Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, married Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester Pritchard of Bristol, who mentions her daughter Elizabeth Dudley in her will. Edward Dudley was induced to come to Virginia by Thomas Hampton. See Virginia Land Patents, book 1, p. 422, where a patent is recorded for 300 acres of land in Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond), issued to the Rev. Thomas Hampton May 19, 1637, for transportation of himself, Edward Dudley and four other persons. Thomas Hampton was rector of Church at Jamestown, Va., in 1645, and was Rector of Hampton Parish, York County, in 1647.

"Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of the city of Bristol, England, was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, and other Southern States...Edward Dudley first settled in York County, Va., where he remained until about 1651, when he removed to that part of Lancaster County lying south of the Rappahannock River which in 1673 became Middlesex County. During his residence in Lancaster County Edward Dudley was closely associated with Thomas Sax, Rector of one of the chapels of the county. He was rated for tithes in 1654 as head of a family (Lancaster Deeds, book 1654, Page 177)."Issue of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth (Pritchard) Dudley: i. William Dudley. ii. Richard Dudley. iii. Elizabeth Dudley. iv. Robert Dudley."DUDLEY’S OF EARLY VIRGINIA

"The Dudley Family" Compiled by Melinda Jones Lukei February 3, 2000

"VII - 1 - 1 - Edward Dudley born 1602, died 6 February 1655, settled in York, County until 1651, when he moved to Lancaster County, Virginia. Came to Virginia in 1637 with Thomas Hampton. he received 300 acres of Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond County); died 1654/55. Married circa 1620 Elizabeth Pritchard d/o William Pritchard of Bristol and Hester Pritchard of Bristol..."

"Tyler's Quarterly Historical and Genealogical Magazine" Volume IV. January, 1934. No. 3Page 176

"Dudley Families of Virginia, North Carolina, and other Southern States" by John Sprunt Hill

"Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, married Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester Pritchard of Bristol, who mentions her daughter Elizabeth Dudley in her will. Edward Dudley was induced to come to Virginia by Thomas Hampton. See Virginia Land Patents, book 1, p. 422, where a patent is recorded for 300 acres of land in Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond), issued to the Rev. Thomas Hampton May 19, 1637, for transportation of himself, Edward Dudley and four other persons. Thomas Hampton was rector of Church at Jamestown, Va., in 1645, and was Rector of Hampton Parish, York County, in 1647.

"Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of the city of Bristol, England, was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, and other Southern States...Edward Dudley first settled in York County, Va., where he remained until about 1651, when he removed to that part of Lancaster County lying south of the Rappahannock River which in 1673 became Middlesex Co. During his residence in Lancaster County Edward Dudley was closely associated with Thomas Sax, Rector of one of the chapels of the county. He was rated for tithes in 1654 as head of a family (Lancaster Deeds, book 1654, P, 177)."Issue of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth (Pritchard) Dudley: i. William Dudley. ii. Richard Dudley. iii. Elizabeth Dudley. iv. Robert Dudley."

"The Dudley Genealogies" by James H. Mason Page 49

"Edward Dudley18 (Robert17,16, John15, Richard14, Thomas13, Edmund12, John11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, Richard5, Robert4, William3, Rowland2, Hervey1), eldest son of Robert and Bridget (Green) Dudley, was born in Northampton, or Bristol, England, about 1602; he died in York Co., Virginia, before 6 February 1655. "He marrried Elizabeth Pritchard, of Northampton. Hester Pritchard mentions her nine children in her will.

"Edward Dudley came to Virginia in 1637 (Virginia Land Patents Book 1, p. 422, 19 May 1637).

"An account of Edward Dudley's life and genealogy, with references, is given in Part II. he is believed to be the founder of the Dudley families of Virginia, and most of the southern states."

Pages 53 & 54

"Edward1 Dudley was the son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, England; his mother was a sister, probably Bridget, of Edward and Robert Green of Bristol, who mention Robert Dudley in their wills. Robert Dudley was the son of Robert Dudley, collector of the Port of newcastle, and in 1603, Mayor of Newcastle, where he was visited that year by King James who knighted him. The elder Robert was buried in 1613.

"Edward was born in Northampton or Bristol, England, about 1602; he died in York County, Virginia, before 6 february 16541655.

"Edward Dudley married about 1620 or 1621, Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester and William Pritchard of Northampton.Hester Pritchard mentions her nine children in her will. After the death of Edward, his widow Elizabeth, about 1657 married John Robinson. Elizabeth died in York County, Virginia, 2 October 1691.

"Edward Dudley was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and other southern states. he was persuaded to come to Virginia before 19 May 1637 by Thomas Hampton, rector of Wilmington Parish, Jamestown, Virginia Land Patents, Book 1, p. 422, shows that Hampton paid ship's passage for himself, Edward Dudley, and four other adult persons, to the colony, and claimed them as 'headrights.' For bringing these six persons, including himself, into the colony, Reverend Hampton was granted fifty acres for each person, or a total of 300 acres of land in Norfolk County, by patent issued to him by Governor Harvey on 19 May 1637. This is confirmed by Green's 'List of Early Emigrants,' p. 200.'

"Edward first settled in York County, Virginia. On 30 September 1650, he witnessed a lease of land by Benjamin Powell to Morgan Haynes. This land, located in York County, was bounded upon the West by land of Edward Dudley himself (York County Deed Book Number 1, p. 145). He was now firmly established in the tidewater region of Chesapeake Bay. Apparently he became a planter of no mean resources. About 1652, Edward moved to Lancaster County. On 6 February 1651/2, Edward, with William Dowman and Ben Powell, was assigned 300 acres on Grymes Creek by Jno. Sharpe (Lancaster County, Virginia Court Order Book, p. 119).

"Edward Dudley brought his wife, Elizabeth, and at least six children to Virginia. Today, his descendants are scattered throughout the 50 states. They include distinguished men and women in all walks of life; merchants, planters, doctors, lawyers, engineers, and an eminent surgeon, and a great statesman and former governor of North Carolina.

"On 6 February 1655, Elizabeth Dudley, Edward's widow, petitioned the court of Lancaster County for survey and division of 300 acres of land formerly patented by Edward Dudley."

"Early Virginia Immigrants 1623-1666"by George Cabell Greer, Clerk Virginia State Land office Page 100 "Dudley, Edw., 1637, by Thos. Hampton Clarke, New Norfolk Co."

Edward Dudley was born 6 Feb 1604/5 in England and died 1655 in Virginia. He married Elizabeth Pritchard about 1625 in England. They had two sons, William born about 1626 and Richard born about 1630.

William Dudley married Mary [actually Elizabeth] Cary and he died Jul 1697 in Christ Church Parish in Middlesex Co., Virginia, they had James Dudley born about 1655 and died Apr 1711 who married Anne Fleet. James and Anne Fleet Dudley had William Dudley b. 2 Aug 1696 Christ Church Parish Middlesex Co., VA m. Judith Johnson 27 Apr 1726/7 and had Robert Dudley born 10 Nov 1726/7 who married Joyce Gayle. [1677, 22 Dec: "Order of King in Council on Petition of Elizabeth DUDLEY, widow of William DUDLEY late of Middlesex County, Virginia, on behalf of herself and her three sons setting forth that her husband was forced to administer BACON's unlawful Oath, but with a salvo to his allegiance to his Majesty and before he would obtain the benefit of his Maj. Pardon.]

Richard Dudley and Mary Sewell married about 1674 and had Robert, Ambrose and Dorothy. Robert Dudley born 1675 married Elizabeth Ransome, Amborse Dudley born about 1678 and Dorothy Dudley born 10 May 1696 married Henry Gatewood.

Robert, son of Richard Dudley, was Major and Justice of Middlesex Co. From 1685-1697 he was one of the burgesses for the county. He had property both in England and Virginia. His will dated 14 Oct 1701 proved 3 Nov 1701. He left a brother Ambrose and children Robert, George, Avarilla and Elizabeth. Virginia Biography, p 226.

9 Feb 1713/1714: Elizabeth, daughter of James and Elizabeth Curtis, married Feb. 9, 1713/14 Robert Dudley. Christ Church Parish Register, Middlesex Co., VA, p. 83.

They had the following children: (1) Chichester, b. April 8, 1715, bap. May 8; (2) Elizabeth b. Dec. 27, 1716, bap. Jan. 7, 1716/17; (3) Robert b. Aug. 23, 1718, bap. Sept. 14, 1718; and (4) Ambrose b. Feb. 6, 1719/20, bap. Feb. 28, 1719/20. Christ Church Parish Register, Middlesex Co., VA, pp. 91, 95, 100, and 104.

3 Jul 1652: Richard Dudley. 3 July 1652. 200 acres on the eastward side of the north river in Mockjack Bay: Beg.g &c. on the river side of Mr. Curtis's land, near the Black Water Creekes mouth. Land Office Patents No. 3, 1652-1655, p. 94 (Reel 2). 2 Sep 1652: Ranson, Peter. 1100 acres on the eastward side of the North River in Mockjack Bay, beg.g &c. by a small creeke that divides this Land from the Land of Richard Dudley. Land Office Patents No. 3, 1652-1655, p. 108 (Reel 2). 24 Sep 1659: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 639 acres lying on the eastward side of the north river, in Mockjack Bay. Beginning at a small creeks mouth that lies within Black Waters Creeks mouth called Pine Point Creek. Land Office Patents No. 4, 1655-1664, p. 377 (Reel 4).

2 Oct 1665: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 944 acres upon the branches of Poropotank Creek. Beginning at John Greens corner tree by Mr. Pates swamp. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 172 (Reel 6). 28 Oct 1665: MR. RICH. DUDLEY, 944 acs. Gloster Co., upon branches of Poropotank Cr., 28 Oct. 1665. p. 172. Adj. Mr. John Green by Mr. Pate's Sw., along Mr. Peter Knight, by Spence's lyne to Parradise Path, to -Chiscaike Path, to Mr. John Pate. &c. 400 acs. granted Wm. Armfield 24 Nov. 1663. purchased by Mr. Pate, who assigned to ad. Dudley: 544 acs for trans. of 11 pers: Edw. Holland. Rich. Perkins, Jno. Dance. Jno. Holmes. James Griffin, James White, Wm. Evans. Margaret Milburne. Franc. Hilyard, Mary Wilson, Francis Sale. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 44, 20 Dec 1667: CAPT. RICHARD DUDLEY, 300 acs. Gloster Co., on Gain's Ridge, 20 Dec. 1667, p. 103. Trans. of 6 pers: Jane Bartlett, Issabell , Tho. Cobb, Jno. Bolton, Jno. Cooper, Edward SAME. 300 acs., same Co. & date, p. 1. On N. Riv. in Mockjack Bay, beg. at a cr. deviding this & land of Edward Welch, decd., &c. Trans. of 6 pers: John Mechan, John Snow, Rich. Phillups. Saml, Powdry, Jno. Walton, Jno. Whaley. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 29, 20 Dec 1667: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 300 acres in Mockjack Bay; on the North River; beginning at a creek that parteth this and the land of Edward Welch, dec'd. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 104 (Reel 6). 20 Dec 1667: Ransome, James. Gloucester County. 300 acres upon the east side of the North River, in Mockjack Bay beginning at a small creek and running north to the land of Captn. Rich: Dadley. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 103 (Reel 6).

20 Dec 1667: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 300 acres on Gwins Ridge. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666- 1679-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 103 (Reel 6).

1 Dec 1672: MR. RICH. DUDLEY, 944 acs., -Gloster Co., on brs. of Porpotancke Cr., 1' Dec. 1672, p. 442. Beg. at Mr. John Greene, by Mr. -Pate's Sw.,. along Mr. Peter Knight, to Spence's line; to Paradice Path;' to 'Chescaiack Path; to Mr. John Pate, &c;- 400 acs. granted Wm. Armefeild 24 Nov. 1663; sold to Mr. John Pate, who assigned to sd. Dudley; 544. acs, granted sd. Dudley 28 Oct. 1665 ; deserted, & granted to Peyton, -who assigned to Dudley. Trans. of 11 pers: John Prichard, Rich. Preston, Jno. Roberts, John Mathram, Wm. Ward, Rosse Nich. Moore. Walter Chapman, Geo. Pritley, Tho. Basse, Ann Devenport. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 122.

15 Dec 1672: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 944 acres upon the branches of Poropotanck Creek. Beginning at Mr. John Greens corner tree by Mr. Pates swamp. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 442 (Reel 6). 21 Sep 1674: Stubbins, Ja:. Gloucester County. 450 acres upon the branches of Poropotancke adjoining to Captn. Dudleys land, George Haynes land and Spencys land. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 537 (Reel 6). 9 Apr 1674: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 980 acres upon the branches of Poropotanck creek adjoining to Mr. Pates land and the land of John Greene, dec'd. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 512 (Reel 6). 5 Jun 1678: Crimes, Wm. Gloucester County. 450 acres on the branches of Poropotank, adjoining to Captn. Richd. Dudleys land, Geo: Haynes land &c. The land formerly due to Ja: Stubbins by patt. dated Sept. 21, 164. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1, 666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 646 (Reel 6).

26 Sep 1678: Perrott, Lawrence. Gloucester County. 137 acres adjoining the land of Col. Rich'd. Dudley, Capt. Armestead and Wm. Beards. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 660 (Reel 6). 26 Sep 1678: Waters, John. Gloucester County. 140 acres adjoining the land of Wm. Elliott, Col. Dudley and Richard Longest. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 660 (Reel 6).

26 Sep 1678: Longest, Richard. Gloucester County. 680 acres adjoining the land of Jacob Johnson. Capt. Armestead (near a branch by Wm. Beards plantation) Col. Dudley and Wm. Elliott. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 661 (Reel 6).

1 May 1679: Waters, John. Gloucester County. 500 acres beginning &c., in Col. Dudleys line being a corner tree of the said waters former dividend. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 682 (Reel 6).20 Apr 1684: Dudley, Richard, Col. Gloucester County. 704 acres lying on Blackwater Creek on the eastward side of the North River. Land Office Patents No. 7, 1679-1689 (v.1 & 2 p.1-719), p. 352 (Reel 7).

20 Apr 1684: Dudley, Richard, Col. Gloucester County. 281 acres on Gwins Ridge. Land Office Patents No. 7, 1679-1689 (v.1 & 2 p.1-719), p. 356 (Reel 7).

26 Apr 1704: Bohannon, Dunkin. Gloucester County. 145 acres beginning at a red oak, Richard Dudleys corner and running along Captn. Knowles line &c. Land Office Patents No. 9, 1697-1706 (v.1 & 2 p.1-742), p. 591 (Reel 9).20 Oct 1704: Dudley, Ambrose. Gloucester County. 212 acres the added part of a patent formerly granted to Col. Richard Dudley, dated the 24th of Apl. 1704. Land Office Patents No. 9, 1697-1706 (v.1 & 2 p.1-742), p. 621 (Reel 9).

Dudley Family Information Compiled by Wanda Ware DeGidio 1999

Richard Dudley m. Isabella Patrick Sir John de Sutton I Lord Dudley of Dudley Castle of Stafford m. Margaret de Somery Sir John de Sutton II "Lord of Duddeleye" of Stafford m. Isabella Cherleton Sir John Sutton III Lord Dudley m. 1) Catherine de Stafford 2) Joan Clinton Sir John Sutton IV Baron of Dudley Castle m. Alice le Despencer Sir John Sutton V Baron Dudley Castle 1379-1407 m. Constance Blount d/o Sir Walter Blount of Barton. Sir John Dudley Sutton VI, 1st Baron Sutton, b 12/25/1400 d 9/1487, Lord Lt of Ireland 1428-20 m Elizabeth Berkeley dau. of Sir John Berkely of Beverstone wounded at Bicreheath in 1459 Sir Edmund Sutton Lord Dudley b. abt. 1430 d. 1487 m. Maud Clifford, dau. of Lord Thomas de Clifford Thomas Sutton b. abt. 1465 d. 1530 m. Grace Threkeld, dau. of Lancelot Threkeld of Yeaworth Richard Dudley b. abt 1490 m. Dorothy Sanford John Dudley b. abt. 1520 m. Bridget Carre Sir Robert Dudley 1568 Collector of the Port of Newcastle, 1603 Mayor of Newcastle m. Anne Wood Robert Dudley of Bristol b. abt. 1570 m. Bridget Green Robert2 Dudley, son of Edward1 Dudley

SOURCE: GENEALOGIES OF VIRGINIA FAMILIES FROM TYLER’S QUARTERLY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL MAGAZINE, By Genealogical Publishing Company, Incorporated. Page 634

                      EDWARD1 DUDLEY b. 1605 = ELIZABETH PRITCHARD
                                                                                                              

ROBERT2 DUDLEY (SR) b. 1640 WM2 DUDLEY b. c1630 RICHARD2 DUDLEY b. c1636 2nd Son = UNKNOWN = ELIZABETH (CARY?) = MARY SEWELL

ROBERT3 DUDLEY (JR) (1675-1709) THOMAS3 MARY3 WM3 JOHN3 MAJ RbT3 d 1701 THOSs3 RICH JR3 = ELIZABETH RANSOM DUDLEY (WID) =VALENTINE WARE = ELIZABETH RANSOM

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RANSOM4 DUDLEY ROBERT DUDLEY4 b. 2/14/1691

There is a will of Robert Dudley3, of Middlesex Co., delivered March 9, 1709, proved August 1, 1710. Legatees: son Ranson and “dafter” (stepdaughter) Avarilla. She married, thirdly, Thomas Elliott on 21 Sep 1710, and had issue Margaret, born Jan 12, 1712-'13; Elizabeth, born March 5, 1715. Thomas Elliott died 19 Nov 1716

DUDLEY FAMILY NOTES (OF VIRGINIA, AND THE SOUTH)

Edward1 Dudley (1651) witnessed a deed in York county, Va. He was of Lancaster county (which then included Middlesex Co.), and is considered progenitor of most of the name in Virginia and the South. His tithes were rated in Lancaster, 1654,and in that year the Rev. Thomas Sax, of Lancaster county, in his will, left a legacy to “Robert 2, second son of Edward Dudley." His sons, William 2 and Richard 2, were seated in Middlesex and Gloucester counties, with their children, before 1660; and their descendants rapidly spread through King and Queen, New Kent, Warwick, Spotsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, and then later, the far South. In 1680,a Rev. Charles Dudley was minister in Farnham and Cittingbourne parishes, Rapp. county. Elizabeth Robinson (widow) a deed, in York county (1660), from Thomas Rootes, for two cows, for the benefit of her two children, Elizabeth and Robert Dudley ( York Records'). Richard Dudley, of Elizabeth City county (1646), was fined, with Capt. Christopher Colthorpe, Francis Ceeley, James Harris, Richard Wells, John Hartwell, William Sawyer and Hugh Dowdy, 200 pounds tobacco each, for not rendering their accounts, as guardians, to the York court. " This suggests," says Mr. Tyler (in William and Mary Quarterly, I.), 8' that they may have married widows."

“Robert Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Newcastle, settled in Bristol and married a sister of Edward and Robert Green, who mention Robert Dudley in their wills. In 1697, members of the Green family of Bristol visited some of their Dudley cousins in Middlesex County, Virginia.” Source: Genealogies of Virginia Families from Tyler's Quarterly Historical By Genealogical Publishing Company, Incorporated

“Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, married Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester Pritchard of Bristol, who mentions her daughter Elizabeth Dudley in her will. Edward Dudley was induced to come to Virginia by Thomas Hampton. See Virginia Land Patents, Book 1, page 422, where a patent is recorded for 300 acres of land in Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond), issued to the Rev. Thomas Hampton May 19, 1637, for transportation of himself, Edward Dudley and four other persons. Thomas Hampton was rector of Church at Jamestown, in 1645, and was Rector of Hampton Parish, York County, in 1646.” Source: Genealogies of Virginia Families from Tyler's Quarterly Historical By Genealogical PublishingCompany, Incorporated

Edward Green, late of Bristol, grocer, and now at present at Capt. Robert Dudley's in the county of Middlesex, in Virginia, 22August, 1697, proved 9 August, 1698, by Robert Green, his brother and executor. He desired his body to be buried in a decent and christian manner at the discretion of John Barnard, then residing at John Walker's in King and Queen County in Virginia. The residue of his estate he left to his brother Robert Green of Bristol, haberdasher of hats. The witnesses to his signature were Robert Dudley, Senior, William Reynolds and Robert Dudley. The New England historical and genealogical register, Volume 37 By Henry Fitz-Gilbert Waters, New England Historic Genealogical Society, page 235.

Robert [Dudley] was present at the home of his nephew, Major Robert Dudley, and as Robert Dudley, Sr., witnessed the will of his relative, Edward Green, late of Bristol. Source: The Dudley genealogies By James Henry Mason.

Edward DUDLEY b. 6 Jan 1605 Northhamptonshire, England m. Abt 1630 Elizabeth PRITCHARD d. 2 Oct 1691 in York Co., Virginia. Elizabeth was d/o William PRITCHARD and Elizabeth.Edward and Elizabeth Dudley first came to Virginia in 1637 settling in York Co.,VA. On 6 Feb 1655, Elizabeth Dudley, widow of Edward Dudley, petitioned the Court of Lancaster County asking for survey and division of 300 acres. Elizabeth Dudley, widow, married John Robinson about 1657, and he died 1 Mar 1688 in New Charles Parish. Elizabeth died in York Co., VA 2 Oct 1691. Thomas Rootes willed to Elizabeth Robinson two cows for the use of her two youngest children Elizabeth and Robert Dudley in 1661. … Robert Dudley (Edward1), son of Edward and Elizabeth (Pritchard) Dudley, was born probably in York County, Virginia, about 1650, five years before his father’s death; Robert died in Middlesex County after 1700. The widow Elizabeth, about 1657 married John Robinson. Elizabeth died in York County, Virginia 2 October 1691. …. Edward Dudley was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and other southern states. He was persuaded to come to Virginia before 19 May 1637 by Thomas Hampton, rector of Wilmington Parish, Jamestown.…. Elizabeth, widow of Edward Dudley, mentioned asreceiving a legacy under the will of Thomas Roots (or Pooles). 25 January 1660, in Lancaster County. Source: The Dudley genealogies By James Henry Mason.

Thomas Rootes died in 1661 in Lancaster County, Virginia. His will dated 25 Jan 1660/1 recorded on 1 Apr 1661/2. To Mr. Thomas Marshall, one man servt. named William Stephens, a cow and a gun. To my Godson, Thomas Roten, a mayd servt namde Anne Stearne, two yearling heifers, etc., one half of my pewter, the other half unto my sister Roten to be delivered to my Godson and his mother upon my death. To Samuel Tucker carpenter's tools. To Elizabeth Robinson, two cows for the use of her two children Elizabeth and Robert Dudley and one red stuff petticoat and one white petticoat to the sd Elizabeth. To my sister Ann White, my wife's wearing clothes. To my son Thomas Edwards, son to John Edwards, Chirugeon, one cow. It is my will and desire that my loving friend John Edwards, chirugeon shall be my full and whole exor. I give unto him the remainder of my estate. Witnesses: John Flower, Nicholas George. Thomas and Frances Rootes apparently had no children.

Children of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth Pritchard: 1. William Dudley b. c1630 Jul 1697 in Christ Church Parish in Middlesex Co., VA m. Elizabeth (believed to be surname Cary), was Justice of Middlesex in 1676 and died the following year. 1677, 22 Dec: "Order of King in Council on Petition of Elizabeth DUDLEY, widow of William DUDLEY late of Middlesex County, Virginia, on behalf of herself and her three sons setting forth that her husband was forced to administer BACON's unlawful Oath, but with a salvo to his allegiance to his Majesty and before he would obtain the benefit of his Maj. Pardon. 2. Richard Dudley, Sheriff of Gloucester from c1632-1687, m. Mary Sewell, he was summoned to Orphans Court in York Co.. in 1646 to file for guardianship. 3. Grace Dudley 4. Bridget Dudley 5. Elizabeth Dudley 6. Robert Dudley b. Abt 1640

ROBERT DUDLEY B. abt 1640 Robert Dudley, son of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth Pritchard, was born about 1640.The feoffees for the town laid off in Middlesex County were Mathew Kemp, Christopher Robinson, and William Churchill. The site had been the property of Ralph Wormeley, who refused to convey it upon order of the court, and in consequence it was forfeited ipso facto. Among the purchasers of lots were Edwin and John Thacker, Christopher Robinson, James Curtis, Robert Dudley, John Head, William Daniel, Maurice Cocke, and John Smith. Children: 1. Robert Dudley, Jr. 2. Elizabeth Dudley

ROBERT DUDLEY, Jr. b. abt 1672 Orders 1694-1705, p. 323, 4 Mar 1699/1700, William, a Mullato boy, becomes bound to Majr. Robert Dudley untill he attaines to the age of twenty-one, he being three years of age.

Will Book A, pp.99-103, inventory of Major Robert Dudley, 3 November 1701 – At the Quarter one mulatto woman at 2 years to serve 2 pounds. – At the Dwelling Plantation – One mulatto boy named Fulston 2 pounds. Virginia Colonial Abstracts, Volume II, King and Queen County, Records Concerning 18th Century Persons, 2d Collection, Page 202:

The Will of Richard Dudley 1716. The Records of Essex County, Virginia. Originals at Tappahannock, Va. No. 15. Wills and Deeds. p.79. "In the name of God Amen the tenth of December in the year of our Lord God 1716. I Richard Dudley of South Farnham parish in the County of Essex being very sick and weak in body but of perfect mind and memory thanks be given unto God almighty and touching my worldy estate wherewith it has pleased God to bless me in this life I give and devise dispose in the manner and form following. Imprimis I give unto my beloed daughter Elizabeth Gatewood twenty shillings Sterling and likewise I give to my daughter Dorothy Gatewood twenty shillings likewise I lend unto my dearly beloved wife Elizabeth Dudley during her live my whole estate personal and impersonal all my negroes all my whole estate within and without and she to enjoy the same quitely during her life and after her decease I give and bequeath to my beloved son Peter Dudley his heirs & c my whole estate negroes movable and immovable freely to be possessed and enjoyed by him only the sd Peter shall take to see his three sisters Frances Mary and Margaret Dudley be brought up until they are of age and I do hereby disannull revoke disallow all other former Testam'ts wills legacies x x x". Rich'd RD Dudley, his mark. Wit: John Haile, John Billups, Geo Thompson. 16th July 1717.

16th July 1717. Elizabeth Dudley admrx. will of Richard Dudley, deceased, L 500 Sterl. Signed Elizabeth Dudley, John Picket, Eras Allen. Rec. 16th July 1717.

"Erasmus WITHERS, was the grandson of Erasmus SNELLING of London, settled in Northumberland Co, VA and died there in 1681 leaving a nun cupative will. He lived in Middlesex Co, VA first where one of his children's baptism is recorded on Christ's Church Parish Register as being baptized 17 Mar 1671. Erasmus' wife was Frances Jones (daughter of Robert Jones of Fleets Bay & Martha Lluellen Jones). After the death of Erasmus, Frances married John Curtis. " Note: Elizabeth Withers, daughter of Erasmus Withers and Frances Jones, married John Dudley (b. ca 1665; d. ca 1 Mar 1719).

1719 - 11/12 Jun - Richard Buckner of Essex County, Gent., to Robert Dudley -of Middlesex County, Gent. Lease and release; for L200 sterling, 500a in St. Mary's Parish, Essex Co., formerly purchased by John Patterson of John Prosser and after the decease of the said Patterson being found to escheat was granted to Richard Buckner 22 Sept 16[?]…to the miles end of John Paine…a branch of Pumonsend…in the main Pocoson…land belonging to the aforesaid John Prosser. Richard Buckner Wit: Thomas Hubbard, Nicholas Hawkins, James Roy, John Davis. 15 Sept 1719. Acknowledged by Richard Buckner, Gent. Elizabeth Buckner by Robert Jones her attorney relinquished her dower. Essex County, Virginia Records, 171-1722, by John Frederick Dorman, pg 115-19.

1719 - 14 Sept - Power of attorney to Mr. Robert Jones to relinquish to Mr. Robert Dudley the right of dower of 500 acres in St. Mary's Parish, Essex County, sold by her husband Richard Buckner. E. Buckner Wit: John Taliaferro, James Roy. 15 Sept 1719. Proved by John Taliaferro and James Roy. Essex County, Virginia Records, 1717-1722, by John Frederick Dorman, p. 115.

Sarah Daniel was the first wife of James Lindsay in 1719, d/o William Daniel and Margaret Williams, after Sarah’s death, he m. Lucy Ware, widow of Edward Ware, ca 1751. James Lindsay (1700-1782) lived and died in Caroline County or that part of Essex County which became Caroline County.

1727 - 6 Feb - Complaint entered against John Robinson regarding an election. Order that William Todd, Robert Baylor, Henry Hickman and Robert Dudley, gent, Justices of the Peace for King and Queen Co., examine witnesses.

After Major Robert Dudley’s death, Elizabeth m. Robert Dudley, Jr. b. 1675 d. 3/9/1709 and had Ransom Dudley. Robert Dudley, Jr. was cousin of her first husband and this same Robert Dudley, Jr. made a deposition at age 26 on March 1701 that he heard George Wolby say he gave all his property to Elizabeth, wife of Robert Dudley. Her eldest son and heir, Robert Dudley, Jr. sued in 1739 for her estate as her son and heir.

There is a will of Robert Dudley, of Middlesex Co., delivered March 9, 1709, proved August 1, 1710. Legatees: son Ranson and daughter Avarilla. She married, thirdly, Thomas Elliott on 21 Sep 1710, and had issue Margaret, born January 12, 1712-'13; Elizabeth, born March 5, 1715. Thomas Elliott died 19 Nov 1716. Children: Robert Dudley b. Abt. 1700 Miss Dudley b. Abt 1702 m. John Garrett

ROBERT DUDLEY b. Abt 1700 BROTHER OF MS. DUDLEY WHO MARRIED JOHN GARRETT 1724 Feb 17 - Robert Dudley being arrested & failing to answer ye suit of George Tilly in Debt. Order is granted against ye said

Deft. and Joseph Callaway his Security for want shall appear due at next Court unless the Deft. then appears and answers ye 

said action. Essex Co, Va Order Bk (1723-1725), p.250 1734 - Dirk slave of Francis Thornton, tried to poison Robert Dudley and others, master gave bond for his good behavior. A History of Caroline Co, VA by T. E. Campbell, pg. 333 1735 - Robert Dudley qualified as under Sheriff, June 8, 1739, John Taliaferro,Gent. qualified in military commissions, June 11, 1740 William Taliaferro, Gent qualifed as Sheriff. Source: The Virginia magazine of history and biography, Volume 20 By William Glover Stanard, Virginia Historical Society. 1735, Aug Action of debt. John Taliaferro, Gent. Against Robert Dudley, Benjamin Robinson and John Griffin. Jury, James Lindsey, Thomas Swiney, Edward Rouse, William Herndon, John Bradley, Robert Tompkins, John Downer, Thomas Blasingam, Henry Burk, John Yarbrough, Richard Tankersley and John Fox, find for the defendant, Robert Tompkins,

Foreman.  Caroline County by T. E. Campbell 1954, p. 302. 

1736 - The Caroline County Court ordered Robert Dudley to collect tithes in Drysdale Parish and in St. Mary's Parish; Robert Dudley, John Sanders and Robert Taliaferro acknowledged their bond as security. Note: Silvanus Sanders with James Powell acknowledged bond in 1748 as security for Lucy Ware, widow of Edward Ware. In 1768 Robert Garrett, Henry Ware, Thomas Alcock and Ambrose Dudley appraised the estate of Robert Taliaferro. 1736 - 10 Sep Juror: Hans Hendrick served as a juror in Caroline Court: Robert Dudley vs. Thomas White in Trespass. (Caroline Co, VA, Court Orders, 2:367, 369) 1737 - Robert Dudley was the executor of John Clark's estate in Caroline County. A History of Caroline Co., VA, by Thomas Elliott Campbell, Pg 471. 1737 - Robert Dudley, Abraham Martin, Christopher Long, John Pemberton executors of the estate of Ann Phillips. A History of Caroline Co., VA, by Thomas Elliott Campbell, Pg 478. 1738 - William Boulware, George Todd and Robert Dudley named executors of the estate of Head Lynch. Colonial Caroline

by Thomas Elliott Campbell.

1738 - Jane Daniel b. c1702 d. 1748, d/o Robert Daniel and Margaret Price who m. 7 Feb 1686, was born c1702 and married Oliver Segar 12 May 1720, Oliver died 26 Mar 1734. Jane Daniel Segar then m. Robert Dudley 10 Aug 1738. Her older sister Margaret Daniel born c1692 m. Henry Ware on 15 Aug 1711. Her brother was named Garrett Daniel. 1738 - 8 Dec Court Action of debt. Geo Goodloe, Gentl, late Sheriff of Caroline, Plaintiff agt Robert Dudley, Wm Lawson, Robert Taliaferro, John Sanders and Thomas Rucker, defendants. It seems to the Court that the plea by the defendants is good and sufficient in the law to preclude the plaintiff from maintaining his action. It's considered the plaintiff should take nothing. The plaintiff appealed to the eighth day of the next General Court, with Zachary Lewis his security. Caroline County Order Book 1732-1740, Part 2, page 509. 1739 - The following list of vestrymen commencing in 1739, will show the leading men in all civil and ecclesiastical matters of the parish and county: Richard Roy, Richard Johnson, Henry Hickman, Edward Ware, Thomas Foster, Thomas Dudley, John Collier, Gawin Corbin, Valentine Ware, Roger Gregory, Richard Anderson, John Robinson, Benjamin Needler, Robert Dudley, John Livingston, Robert Gaines, Philip Roots, John Ware, Richard Shackleford, Wm Taliafero, John Strakey, William Lyne, Charles Collier, Thomas Thrope, Thomas Langford, John Shackleford, John Foster, Philip Roots, Francis Gaines, John Whiting, Thomas Reade, Philip Roots, John Whiting, James Prior, Thomas Dillard, Lyne Shackleford, Hon. Richard Corbin, William Hall, John Taylor Corbin, Benjamin Robinson, Humphrey Garrett, Richard Bray, James Didlake, Philip Taliafero, Lyne Shackleford, Jr., Thomas Dill, John Kidd. 1739 - 14 Sep - Ordered that John Dudley, Henry Burke, John Sutton and William Watkins appraised the estate of Robert Tompkins, Caroline County, Virginia Order Book 1732-1740 by John Frederick Dorman, 1965. 1740 - William Boulware, George Todd and Robert Dudley named executors of the estate of William Taliaferro. Colonial Caroline by Thomas Elliott Campbell 1740 - 9 May - Present: George Hoomes, Gent, justice. Action of trespass. John Watts, Agent, Anthony Arnold. Jury, John Hart/Hurt, John Bradley, Samuel Chapman, Charles Morgan, William Herndon, Michael Parrott, Richard Billops, Thomas Dudley, Matthew Peatross, Roger Madison, Benjamin Wootten and John Dudley, find for the plaintiff ten shillings. Richard Billops, foreman. Caroline County, Virginia Order Book 1732-1740 by John Frederick Dorman, 1965, pg 604. 1742/3 - 11 Mar - The last will and testament of Richard Turner was presented in court by Margt. Turner and Lewis Turner, executrix and executor therein named, and James Turner, the heir at law, consented to the wills' being proved. Proved by Hugh Noden, Gent., Wm. Norment and Charles Noden, witnesses thereto. Ordered that William Whitlock, Henry Burk, John Dudley and John George appraise the estate of Richard Turner. (pg 159) Caroline County Order Book 1744-1746. 1743 - Aug 12 - Richard George was appointed overseer of the road from Reedy Mill to the Church, and from thence to Chesterfield Road and it was ordered that Robert George, William Whitlock, John Dudley and Peter Clabrook with their gang in clearing the road. (Caroline Co, VA Order Book 1740-1746 page 212) 1744 -11 May - Benjamin Hoomes agt. Francis Breeding. Debt. Jury, Robt. Hall, Thos. Dudley, Andw. Harrison, Thos. Ham, Jn. Dyer, Robt. Lyon, Charles Beazley, David Tinsley, Benjamin Watts, Jno. Ware, Jno. Carter and Thos. Pitman, find for the

defendant. Thos. Dudley, Foreman. Caroline County Dorman Order Book, Page 277

1744 - 14 Dec - Richard George and John Dudley were securities for Henry Burke to renew his ordinary license. (Caroline Co,

VA Order Book 1740-1746 page 337

1745, May 10, John Glanton appointed overseer of the road from the fork of the Three Notched Road to the foot of the Mount Hill of the lower side and it's ordered Benjamin Robinson's, John Micou's, Mrs. Buckner's, Captain Richard Taliaferro's, John Glanton's, Daniel LeFoe, John Davis, John Watts and Robert Dudley's people assist Glanton in clearing the road. 1747 - 14 Aug - Gabriel Long, Junr. Agt. (agent) John Griffin, trespass on the case. Jury, Joseph Herndon, Henry Burk, John Durret, Joseph Butler, John Bradley, Aaron Quisenberry, Anthony Samuel, Joseph Meacham, William Tyler, William Robinson, John Dudley and John Beasley, heard the evidence. The defendant gave in evidence to the delivery of a slave to the plaintiff satisfaction of any promise he might have made to him. The plaintiff offered the copy of a will of the defendant's father attested by the Clerk of Essex County to prove that the defendant had only an estate tail in the slave, which was overruled by the Court. Caroline County, VA Court Action Order Book pg 53. 1748 – 13 Jan - Upon petition of Lucy Ware, it is ordered she have administration of the estate of her late husband Edward Ware, who with James Powell and Silvanus Sanders, her securities, ack. bond. It is ordered that Thomas Dudley, John Moses and George Penn appraise the estate of Edward. (Caroline County Order Book 1746-1754. 1749 - Apr 14 Robert Dudley is appointed overseer of the road in the room of John Glanton. 1749 - Jun 9 - It is ordered that John Davis be overseer of the road from the post above Mary Powell's to the Mount Church and that he keep the way now cleared by Robert Dudley's fence into the back road and also the way to the church just below the bridge in repair, and have the people at Captain Micou's, John Buckner's, Daniel LeFoe's, at Captain Taliaferro's, Ann Glanton's, Isaac Pearse, Patrick Cookrin and John Davis to assist him. 1750/1 - 8 Mar - Jane and Mary Dudley orphans of Jno. Dudley made choice of Wm. Dudley to be their guardian, who with Edmd. Pendleton his security acknowledged their bond. It is ordered that John Wily, John Sutton, Henry Burk and Richd. George appraise the estate of John Dudley. Caroline County, VA Order Book 1750-1752. 1762 - Caroline Co., mention of the estate of Robert Dudley being settled with John Garrett, Robert Garrett and Henry Ware as executors of his will. (Caroline Co. Wills and Deeds) 1768 - 12 May Ordered that Robert Garrett, Henry Ware, Thomas Alcock and Ambrose Dudley or any three of them appraise the estate of Robert Taliaferro. Some descendants of William Allcock, tobacco inspector of Caroline County, Virginia By Billie Lee Alcott-Rammelsberg.

"The Dudley Genealogies" by James H. Mason Page 49

"Edward Dudley18 (Robert17,16, John15, Richard14, Thomas13, Edmund12, John11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, Richard5, Robert4, William3, Rowland2, Hervey1), eldest son of Robert and Bridget (Green) Dudley, was born in Northampton, or Bristol, England, about 1602; he died in York County, Virginia, before 6 February 1655. "He marrried Elizabeth Pritchard, of Northampton. Hester Pritchard mentions her nine children in her will.

"Edward Dudley came to Virginia in 1637 (Virginia Land Patents Book 1, p. 422, 19 May 1637).

"An account of Edward Dudley's life and genealogy, with references, is given in Part II. he is believed to be the founder of the Dudley families of Virginia, and most of the southern states."

Pages 53 & 54

"Edward1 Dudley was the son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, England; his mother was a sister, probably Bridget, of Edward and Robert Green of Bristol, who mention Robert Dudley in their wills. Robert Dudley was the son of Robert Dudley, collector of the Port of newcastle, and in 1603, Mayor of Newcastle, where he was visited that year by King James who knighted him. The elder Robert was buried in 1613.

"Edward was born in Northampton or Bristol, England, about 1602; he died in York County, Virginia, before 6 february 16541655.

"Edward Dudley married about 1620 or 1621, Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester and William Pritchard of Northampton. Hester Pritchard mentions her nine children in her will. After the death of Edward, his widow Elizabeth, about 1657 married John Robinson. Elizabeth died in York County, Virginia, 2 October 1691.

"Edward Dudley was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and other southern states. he was persuaded to come to Virginia before 19 May 1637 by Thomas Hampton, rector of Wilmington Parish, Jamestown, Virginia Land Patents, Book 1, p. 422, shows that Hampton paid ship's passage for himself, Edward Dudley, and four other adult persons, to the colony, and claimed them as 'headrights.' For bringing these six persons, including himself, into the colony,Reverend Hampton was granted fifty acres for each person, or a total of 300 acres of land in Norfolk County, by patent issued to him by Governor Harvey on 19 May 1637. This is confirmed by Green's 'List of Early Emigrants,' p. 200.'

"Edward first settled in York County, Virginia. On 30 September 1650, he witnessed a lease of land by Benjamin Powell to Morgan Haynes. This land, located in York County, was bounded upon the West by land of Edward Dudley himself (York County Deed Book Number 1, p. 145). He was now firmly established in the tidewater region of Chesapeake Bay. Apparently he became a planter of no mean resources. About 1652, Edward moved to Lancaster County. On 6 February 1651/2, Edward, with William Dowman and Ben Powell, was assigned 300 acres on Grymes Creek by Jno. Sharpe (Lancaster County, Virginia Court Order Book, p. 119).

"Edward Dudley brought his wife, Elizabeth, and at least six children to Virginia. Today, his descendants are scattered throughout the 50 states. They include distinguished men and women in all walks of life; merchants, planters, doctors, lawyers, engineers, and an eminent surgeon, and a great statesman and former governor of North Carolina.

"On 6 February 1655, Elizabeth Dudley, Edward's widow, petitioned the court of Lancaster County for survey and division of 300 acres of land formerly patented by Edward Dudley."

"Early Virginia Immigrants 1623-1666"by George Cabell Greer, Clerk Virginia State Land officePage 100

"Dudley, Edw., 1637, by Thos. Hampton Clarke, New Norfolk Co."

Edward Dudley was born 6 Feb 1604/5 in England and died 1655 in Virginia. He married Elizabeth Pritchard about 1625 in England. They had two sons, William born about 1626 and Richard born about 1630.

William Dudley married Mary [actually Elizabeth] Cary and he died Jul 1697 in Christ Church Parish in Middlesex Co., Virginia, they had James Dudley born about 1655 and died Apr 1711 who married Anne Fleet. James and Anne Fleet Dudley had William Dudley b. 2 Aug 1696 Christ Church Parish Middlesex Co., VA m. Judith Johnson 27 Apr 1726/7 and had Robert Dudley born 10 Nov 1726/7 who married Joyce Gayle. [1677, 22 Dec: "Order of King in Council on Petition of Elizabeth DUDLEY, widow of William DUDLEY late of Middlesex County, Virginia, on behalf of herself and her three sons setting forth that her husband was forced to administer BACON's unlawful Oath, but with a salvo to his allegiance to his Majesty and before he would obtain the benefit of his Maj. Pardon.]

Richard Dudley and Mary Sewell married about 1674 and had Robert, Ambrose and Dorothy. Robert Dudley born 1675 married Elizabeth Ransome, Amborse Dudley born about 1678 and Dorothy Dudley born 10 May 1696 married Henry Gatewood.

Robert, son of Richard Dudley, was Major and Justice of Middlesex Co. From 1685-1697 he was one of the burgesses for the county. He had property both in England and Virginia. His will dated 14 Oct 1701 proved 3 Nov 1701. He left a brother Ambrose and children Robert, George, Avarilla and Elizabeth. Virginia Biography, p 226.

9 Feb 1713/1714: Elizabeth, daughter of James and Elizabeth Curtis, married Feb. 9, 1713/14 Robert Dudley. Christ Church Parish Register, Middlesex Co., VA, p. 83.

They had the following children: (1) Chichester, b. April 8, 1715, bap. May 8; (2) Elizabeth b. Dec. 27, 1716, bap. Jan. 7, 1716/17; (3) Robert b. Aug. 23, 1718, bap. Sept. 14, 1718; and (4) Ambrose b. Feb. 6, 1719/20, bap. Feb. 28, 1719/20. Christ Church Parish Register, Middlesex Co., VA, pp. 91, 95, 100, and 104.

3 Jul 1652: Richard Dudley. 3 July 1652. 200 acres on the eastward side of the north river in Mockjack Bay: Beg.g &c. on the river side of Mr. Curtis's land, near the Black Water Creekes mouth. Land Office Patents No. 3, 1652-1655, p. 94 (Reel 2). 2 Sep 1652: Ranson, Peter. 1100 acres on the eastward side of the North River in Mockjack Bay, beg.g &c. by a small creeke that divides this Land from the Land of Richard Dudley. Land Office Patents No. 3, 1652-1655, p. 108 (Reel 2). 24 Sep 1659: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 639 acres lying on the eastward side of the north river, in Mockjack Bay. Beginning at a small creeks mouth that lies within Black Waters Creeks mouth called Pine Point Creek. Land Office Patents No. 4, 1655-1664, p. 377 (Reel 4).

2 Oct 1665: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 944 acres upon the branches of Poropotank Creek. Beginning at John Greens corner tree by Mr. Pates swamp. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 172 (Reel 6). 28 Oct 1665: MR. RICH. DUDLEY, 944 acs. Gloster Co., upon branches of Poropotank Cr., 28 Oct. 1665. p. 172. Adj. Mr. John Green by Mr. Pate's Sw., along Mr. Peter Knight, by Spence's lyne to Parradise Path, to -Chiscaike Path, to Mr. John Pate. &c. 400 acs. granted Wm. Armfield 24 Nov. 1663. purchased by Mr. Pate, who assigned to ad. Dudley: 544 acs for trans. of 11 pers: Edw. Holland. Rich. Perkins, Jno. Dance. Jno. Holmes. James Griffin, James White, Wm. Evans. Margaret Milburne. Franc. Hilyard, Mary Wilson, Francis Sale. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 44

20 Dec 1667: CAPT. RICHARD DUDLEY, 300 acs. Gloster Co., on Gain's Ridge, 20 Dec. 1667, p. 103. Trans. of 6 pers: Jane Bartlett, Issabell , Tho. Cobb, Jno. Bolton, Jno. Cooper, Edward SAME. 300 acs., same Co. & date, p. 1. On N. Riv. in Mockjack Bay, beg. at a cr. deviding this & land of Edward Welch, decd., &c. Trans. of 6 pers: John Mechan, John Snow, Rich. Phillups. Saml, Powdry, Jno. Walton, Jno. Whaley. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 29 20 Dec 1667: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 300 acres in Mockjack Bay; on the North River; beginning at a creek that parteth this and the land of Edward Welch, dec'd. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 104 (Reel 6). 20 Dec 1667: Ransome, James. Gloucester County. 300 acres upon the east side of the North River, in Mockjack Bay beginning at a small creek and running north to the land of Captn. Rich: Dadley. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 103 (Reel 6). 20 Dec 1667: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 300 acres on Gwins Ridge. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666- 1679-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 103 (Reel 6).

1 Dec 1672: MR. RICH. DUDLEY, 944 acs., -Gloster Co., on brs. of Porpotancke Cr., 1' Dec. 1672, p. 442. Beg. at Mr. John Greene, by Mr. -Pate's Sw.,. along Mr. Peter Knight, to Spence's line; to Paradice Path;' to 'Chescaiack Path; to Mr. John Pate, &c;- 400 acs. granted Wm. Armefeild 24 Nov. 1663; sold to Mr. John Pate, who assigned to sd. Dudley; 544. acs, granted sd. Dudley 28 Oct. 1665 ; deserted, & granted to Peyton, -who assigned to Dudley. Trans. of 11 pers: John Prichard, Rich. Preston, Jno. Roberts, John Mathram, Wm. Ward, Rosse Nich. Moore. Walter Chapman, Geo. Pritley, Tho. Basse, Ann Devenport. CAVALIERS AND PIONEERS PATENT BOOK No. 6; Pg 122.

15 Dec 1672: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 944 acres upon the branches of Poropotanck Creek. Beginning at Mr. John Greens corner tree by Mr. Pates swamp. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 442 (Reel 6). 21 Sep 1674: Stubbins, Ja:. Gloucester County. 450 acres upon the branches of Poropotancke adjoining to Captn. Dudleys land, George Haynes land and Spencys land. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 537 (Reel 6). 9 Apr 1674: Dudley, Richard. Gloucester County. 980 acres upon the branches of Poropotanck creek adjoining to Mr. Pates land and the land of John Greene, dec'd. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 512 (Reel 6). 5 Jun 1678: Crimes, Wm. Gloucester County. 450 acres on the branches of Poropotank, adjoining to Captn. Richd. Dudleys land, Geo: Haynes land &c. The land formerly due to Ja: Stubbins by patt. dated Sept. 21, 164. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 646 (Reel 6).

26 Sep 1678: Perrott, Lawrence. Gloucester County. 137 acres adjoining the land of Col. Rich'd. Dudley, Capt. Armestead and Wm. Beards. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 660 (Reel 6).26 Sep 1678: Waters, John. Gloucester County. 140 acres adjoining the land of Wm. Elliott, Col. Dudley and Richard Longest. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 660 (Reel 6).

26 Sep 1678: Longest, Richard. Gloucester County. 680 acres adjoining the land of Jacob Johnson. Capt. Armestead (near a branch by Wm. Beards plantation) Col. Dudley and Wm. Elliott. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 661 (Reel 6).

1 May 1679: Waters, John. Gloucester County. 500 acres beginning &c., in Col. Dudleys line being a corner tree of the said waters former dividend. Land Office Patents No. 6, 1666-1679 (pt.1 & 2 p.1-692), p. 682 (Reel 6).20 Apr 1684: Dudley, Richard, Col. Gloucester County. 704 acres lying on Blackwater Creek on the eastward side of the North River. Land Office Patents No. 7, 1679-1689 (v.1 & 2 p.1-719), p. 352 (Reel 7).

20 Apr 1684: Dudley, Richard, Col. Gloucester County. 281 acres on Gwins Ridge. Land Office Patents No. 7, 1679-1689 (v.1 & 2 p.1-719), p. 356 (Reel 7).

26 Apr 1704: Bohannon, Dunkin. Gloucester County. 145 acres beginning at a red oak, Richard Dudleys corner and running along Captn. Knowles line &c. Land Office Patents No. 9, 1697-1706 (v.1 & 2 p.1-742), p. 591 (Reel 9).20 Oct 1704: Dudley, Ambrose. Gloucester County. 212 acres the added part of a patent formerly granted to Col. Richard Dudley, dated the 24th of Apl. 1704. Land Office Patents No. 9, 1697-1706 (v.1 & 2 p.1-742), p. 621 (Reel 9).

Dudley Family Information Compiled by Wanda Ware DeGidio 1999

Richard Dudley m. Isabella Patrick Sir John de Sutton I Lord Dudley of Dudley Castle of Stafford m. Margaret de Somery Sir John de Sutton II "Lord of Duddeleye" of Stafford m. Isabella Cherleton Sir John Sutton III Lord Dudley m. 1) Catherine de Stafford 2) Joan Clinton Sir John Sutton IV Baron of Dudley Castle m. Alice le Despencer Sir John Sutton V Baron Dudley Castle 1379-1407 m. Constance Blount d/o Sir Walter Blount of Barton. Sir John Dudley Sutton VI, 1st Baron Sutton, b 12/25/1400 d 9/1487, Lord Lt of Ireland 1428-20 m Elizabeth Berkeley dau. of Sir John Berkely of Beverstone wounded at Bicreheath in 1459 Sir Edmund Sutton Lord Dudley b. abt. 1430 d. 1487 m. Maud Clifford, dau. of Lord Thomas de Clifford Thomas Sutton b. abt. 1465 d. 1530 m. Grace Threkeld, dau. of Lancelot Threkeld of Yeaworth Richard Dudley b. abt 1490 m. Dorothy Sanford John Dudley b. abt. 1520 m. Bridget Carre Sir Robert Dudley 1568 Collector of the Port of Newcastle, 1603 Mayor of Newcastle m. Anne Wood Robert Dudley of Bristol b. abt. 1570 m. Bridget Green Robert2 Dudley, son of Edward1 Dudley

SOURCE: GENEALOGIES OF VIRGINIA FAMILIES FROM TYLER’S QUARTERLY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL MAGAZINE, By Genealogical Publishing Company, Incorporated. Page 634

                                                             EDWARD1 DUDLEY b. 1605 = ELIZABETH PRITCHARD
                                                                     /                                       /                                      \
              ROBERT2 DUDLEY  (SR) b. 1640            WM2 DUDLEY b. c1630             RICHARD2 DUDLEY  b. c1636 2nd Son    
              = UNKNOWN                                                = ELIZABETH (CARY?)             = MARY SEWELL                                             
                      |                                                                   |           |             |              |                           |                         |                   |      ROBERT3 DUDLEY (JR) (1675-1709)     THOMAS3   MARY3       WM3 JOHN3    MAJ RbT3 d 1701 THOSs3 RICHARD JR3

= ELIZABETH RANSOM DUDLEY (WID) =VALENTINE WARE = ELIZABETH RANSOM

                        |                                                                       (c1654/56-Aft 1704)                                            |

RANSOM4 DUDLEY ROBERT DUDLEY4 b. 2/14/1691 There is a will of Robert Dudley3, of Middlesex Co., delivered March 9, 1709, proved August 1, 1710. Legatees: son Ranson and “dafter” (stepdaughter) Avarilla. She married, thirdly, Thomas Elliott on 21 Sep 1710, and had issue Margaret, born Jan 12, 1712-'13; Elizabeth, born March 5, 1715. Thomas Elliott died 19 Nov 1716

DUDLEY FAMILY NOTES (OF VIRGINIA, AND THE SOUTH)

Edward1 Dudley (1651) witnessed a deed in York county, Va. He was of Lancaster county (which then included Middlesex Co.), and is considered progenitor of most of the name in Virginia and the South. His tithes were rated in Lancaster, 1654,and in that year the Rev. Thomas Sax, of Lancaster county, in his will, left a legacy to “Robert 2, second son of Edward Dudley." His sons, William 2 and Richard 2, were seated in Middlesex and Gloucester counties, with their children, before1660; and their descendants rapidly spread through King and Queen, New Kent, Warwick, Spotsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, and then later, the far South. In 1680, a Rev. Charles Dudley was minister in Farnham and Cittingbourne parishes, Rapp. county. Elizabeth Robinson (widow) a deed, in York county (1660), from Thomas Rootes, for two cows, for the benefit of her two children, Elizabeth and Robert Dudley ( York Records'). Richard Dudley, of Elizabeth City county (1646), was fined, with Capt. Christopher Colthorpe, Francis Ceeley, James Harris, Richard Wells, John Hartwell, William Sawyer and Hugh Dowdy, 200 pounds tobacco each, for not rendering their accounts, as guardians, to the York court. " This suggests," says Mr. Tyler (in William and Mary Quarterly, I.), 8' that they may have married widows."

“Robert Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Newcastle, settled in Bristol and married a sister of Edward and Robert Green, who mention Robert Dudley in their wills. In 1697, members of the Green family of Bristol visited some of their Dudley cousins in Middlesex County, Virginia.” Source: Genealogies of Virginia Families from Tyler's Quarterly Historical By Genealogical Publishing Company, Incorporated

“Edward Dudley, son of Robert Dudley of Bristol, married Elizabeth Pritchard, daughter of Hester Pritchard of Bristol, who mentions her daughter Elizabeth Dudley in her will. Edward Dudley was induced to come to Virginia by Thomas Hampton. See Virginia Land Patents, Book 1, page 422, where a patent is recorded for 300 acres of land in Upper County of New Norfolk (now Nansemond), issued to the Rev. Thomas Hampton May 19, 1637, for transportation of himself, Edward Dudley and four other persons. Thomas Hampton was rector of Church at Jamestown, in 1645, and was Rector of Hampton Parish, York County, in 1646.” Source: Genealogies of Virginia Families from Tyler's Quarterly Historical By Genealogical Publishing Company, Incorporated

Edward Green, late of Bristol, grocer, and now at present at Capt. Robert Dudley's in the county of Middlesex, in Virginia, 22 August, 1697, proved 9 August, 1698, by Robert Green, his brother and executor. He desired his body to be buried in a decent and christian manner at the discretion of John Barnard, then residing at John Walker's in King and Queen County in Virginia. The residue of his estate he left to his brother Robert Green of Bristol, haberdasher of hats. The witnesses to his signature were Robert Dudley, Senior, William Reynolds and Robert Dudley. The New England historical and genealogical register, Volume 37 By Henry Fitz-Gilbert Waters, New England Historic Genealogical Society, page 235.

Robert [Dudley] was present at the home of his nephew, Major Robert Dudley, and as Robert Dudley, Sr., witnessed the will of his relative, Edward Green, late of Bristol. Source: The Dudley genealogies By James Henry Mason.

Edward DUDLEY b. 6 Jan 1605 Northhamptonshire, England m. Abt 1630 Elizabeth PRITCHARD d. 2 Oct 1691 in York Co., Virginia. Elizabeth was d/o William PRITCHARD and Elizabeth. Edward and Elizabeth Dudley first came to Virginia in 1637 settling in York Co.,VA. On 6 Feb 1655, Elizabeth Dudley, widow of Edward Dudley, petitioned the Court of Lancaster County asking for survey and division of 300 acres. Elizabeth Dudley, widow, married John Robinson about 1657, and he died 1 Mar 1688 in New Charles Parish. Elizabeth died in York Co., VA 2 Oct 1691. Thomas Rootes willed to Elizabeth Robinson two cows for the use of her two youngest children Elizabeth and Robert Dudley in 1661. … Robert Dudley (Edward1), son of Edward and Elizabeth (Pritchard) Dudley, was born probably in York County, Virginia, about 1650, five years before his father’s death; Robert died in Middlesex County after 1700. The widow Elizabeth, about 1657 married John Robinson. Elizabeth died in York County, Virginia 2 October 1691. …. Edward Dudley was the progenitor of the Dudley families of Virginia, North Carolina, Kentucky, and other southern states. He was persuaded to come to Virginia before 19 May 1637 by Thomas Hampton, rector of Wilmington Parish, Jamestown.…. Elizabeth, widow of Edward Dudley, mentioned asreceiving a legacy under the will of Thomas Roots (or Pooles). 25 January 1660, in Lancaster County. Source: The Dudley genealogies By James Henry Mason.

Thomas Rootes died in 1661 in Lancaster County, Virginia. His will dated 25 Jan 1660/1 recorded on 1 Apr 1661/2. To Mr. Thomas Marshall, one man servt. named William Stephens, a cow and a gun. To my Godson, Thomas Roten, a mayd servt namde Anne Stearne, two yearling heifers, etc., one half of my pewter, the other half unto my sister Roten to be delivered to my Godson and his mother upon my death. To Samuel Tucker carpenter's tools. To Elizabeth Robinson, two cows for the use of her two children Elizabeth and Robert Dudley and one red stuff petticoat and one white petticoat to the sd Elizabeth. To my sister Ann White, my wife's wearing clothes. To my son Thomas Edwards, son to John Edwards, Chirugeon, one cow. It is my will and desire that my loving friend John Edwards, chirugeon shall be my full and whole exor. I give unto him the remainder of my estate. Witnesses: John Flower, Nicholas George. Thomas and Frances Rootes apparently had no children.

Children of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth Pritchard: 1. William Dudley b. c1630 Jul 1697 in Christ Church Parish in Middlesex Co., VA m. Elizabeth (believed to be surname Cary), was Justice of Middlesex in 1676 and died the following year. 1677, 22 Dec: "Order of King in Council on Petition of Elizabeth DUDLEY, widow of William DUDLEY late of Middlesex County, Virginia, on behalf of herself and her three sons setting forth that her husband was forced to administer BACON's unlawful Oath, but with a salvo to his allegiance to his Majesty and before he would obtain the benefit of his Maj. Pardon. 2. Richard Dudley, Sheriff of Gloucester from c1632-1687, m. Mary Sewell, he was summoned to Orphans Court in York Co.. in 1646 to file for guardianship. 3. Grace Dudley 4. Bridget Dudley 5. Elizabeth Dudley 6. Robert Dudley b. Abt 1640

ROBERT DUDLEY B. abt 1640 Robert Dudley, son of Edward Dudley and Elizabeth Pritchard, was born about 1640.The feoffees for the town laid off in Middlesex County were Mathew Kemp, Christopher Robinson, and William Churchill. The site had been the property of Ralph Wormeley, who refused to convey it upon order of the court, and in consequence it was forfeited ipso facto. Among the purchasers of lots were Edwin and John Thacker, Christopher Robinson, James Curtis, Robert Dudley, John Head, William Daniel, Maurice Cocke, and John Smith. Children: 1. Robert Dudley, Jr. 2. Elizabeth Dudley

ROBERT DUDLEY, Jr. b. abt 1672 Orders 1694-1705, p. 323, 4 Mar 1699/1700, William, a Mullato boy, becomes bound to Majr. Robert Dudley untill he attaines to the age of twenty-one, he being three years of age.

Will Book A, pp.99-103, inventory of Major Robert Dudley, 3 November 1701 – At the Quarter one mulatto woman at 2 years to serve 2 pounds. – At the Dwelling Plantation – One mulatto boy named Fulston 2 pounds.Virginia Colonial Abstracts, Volume II, King and Queen County, Records Concerning 18th Century Persons, 2d Collection, Page 202:

The Will of Richard Dudley 1716. The Records of Essex County, Virginia. Originals at Tappahannock, Va. No. 15. Wills and Deeds. p.79. "In the name of God Amen the tenth of December in the year of our Lord God 1716. I Richard Dudley of South Farnham parish in the County of Essex being very sick and weak in body but of perfect mind and memory thanks be given unto God almighty and touching my worldy estate wherewith it has pleased God to bless me in this life I give and devisedispose in the manner and form following. Imprimis I give unto my beloed daughter Elizabeth Gatewood twenty shillings Sterling and likewise I give to my daughter Dorothy Gatewood twenty shillings likewise I lend unto my dearly beloved wife Elizabeth Dudley during her live my whole estate personal and impersonal all my negroes all my whole estate within and without and she to enjoy the same quitely during her life and after her decease I give and bequeath to my beloved son Peter Dudley his heirs & c my whole estate negroes movable and immovable freely to be possessed and enjoyed by him only the sd Peter shall take to see his three sisters Frances Mary and Margaret Dudley be brought up until they are of age and I do hereby disannull revoke disallow all other former Testam'ts wills legacies x x x". Rich'd RD Dudley, his mark. Wit: John Haile, John Billups, Geo Thompson. 16th July 1717.

16th July 1717. Elizabeth Dudley admrx. will of Richard Dudley, deceased, L 500 Sterl. Signed Elizabeth Dudley, John Picket, Eras Allen. Rec. 16th July 1717.

"Erasmus WITHERS, was the grandson of Erasmus SNELLING of London, settled in Northumberland Co, VA and died therein 1681 leaving a nun cupative will. He lived in Middlesex Co, VA first where one of his children's baptism is recorded on Christ's Church Parish Register as being baptized 17 Mar 1671. Erasmus' wife was Frances Jones (daughter of Robert Jones of Fleets Bay & Martha Lluellen Jones). After the death of Erasmus, Frances married John Curtis. " Note: Elizabeth Withers, daughter of Erasmus Withers and Frances Jones, married John Dudley (b. ca 1665; d. ca 1 Mar 1719).

1719 - 11/12 Jun - Richard Buckner of Essex County, Gent., to Robert Dudley -of Middlesex County, Gent. Lease and release; for L200 sterling, 500a in St. Mary's Parish, Essex Co., formerly purchased by John Patterson of John Prosser and after the decease of the said Patterson being found to escheat was granted to Richard Buckner 22 Sept 16[?]…to the miles end of John Paine…a branch of Pumonsend…in the main Pocoson…land belonging to the aforesaid John Prosser. Richard Buckner Wit: Thomas Hubbard, Nicholas Hawkins, James Roy, John Davis. 15 Sept 1719. Acknowledged by Richard Buckner, Gent. Elizabeth Buckner by Robert Jones her attorney relinquished her dower. Essex County, Virginia Records, 171-1722, by John Frederick Dorman, pg 115-19.

1719 - 14 Sept - Power of attorney to Mr. Robert Jones to relinquish to Mr. Robert Dudley the right of dower of 500 acres in St. Mary's Parish, Essex County, sold by her husband Richard Buckner. E. Buckner Wit: John Taliaferro, James Roy. 15 Sept 1719. Proved by John Taliaferro and James Roy. Essex County, Virginia Records, 1717-1722, by John Frederick Dorman, p. 115.

Sarah Daniel was the first wife of James Lindsay in 1719, d/o William Daniel and Margaret Williams, after Sarah’s death, he m. Lucy Ware, widow of Edward Ware, ca 1751. James Lindsay (1700-1782) lived and died in Caroline County or that part of Essex County which became Caroline County.

1727 - 6 Feb - Complaint entered against John Robinson regarding an election. Order that William Todd, Robert Baylor, Henry Hickman and Robert Dudley, gent, Justices of the Peace for King and Queen Co., examine witnesses.

After Major Robert Dudley’s death, Elizabeth m. Robert Dudley, Jr. b. 1675 d. 3/9/1709 and had Ransom Dudley. Robert Dudley, Jr. was cousin of her first husband and this same Robert Dudley, Jr. made a deposition at age 26 on March 1701 that he heard George Wolby say he gave all his property to Elizabeth, wife of Robert Dudley. Her eldest son and heir, Robert Dudley, Jr. sued in 1739 for her estate as her son and heir.

There is a will of Robert Dudley, of Middlesex Co., delivered March 9, 1709, proved August 1, 1710. Legatees: son Ranson and daughter Avarilla. She married, thirdly, Thomas Elliott on 21 Sep 1710, and had issue Margaret, born January 12, 1712-'13; Elizabeth, born March 5, 1715. Thomas Elliott died 19 Nov 1716. Children: Robert Dudley b. Abt. 1700 Miss Dudley b. Abt 1702 m. John Garrett

ROBERT DUDLEY b. Abt 1700 BROTHER OF MS. DUDLEY WHO MARRIED JOHN GARRETT 1724 Feb 17 - Robert Dudley being arrested & failing to answer ye suit of George Tilly in Debt. Order is granted against ye said Deft. and Joseph Callaway his Security for want shall appear due at next Court unless the Deft. then appears and answers ye said action. Essex Co, Va Order Bk (1723-1725), p.250 1734 - Dirk slave of Francis Thornton, tried to poison Robert Dudley and others, master gave bond for his good behavior. A History of Caroline Co, VA by T. E. Campbell, pg. 333. 1735 - Robert Dudley qualified as under Sheriff, June 8, 1739, John Taliaferro,Gent. qualified in military commissions, June 11, 1740 William Taliaferro, Gent qualifed as Sheriff. Source: The Virginia magazine of history and biography, Volume 20 By William Glover Stanard, Virginia Historical Society. 1735, Aug Action of debt. John Taliaferro, Gent. Against Robert Dudley, Benjamin Robinson and John Griffin. Jury, James Lindsey, Thomas Swiney, Edward Rouse, William Herndon, John Bradley, Robert Tompkins, John Downer, Thomas Blasingam, Henry Burk, John Yarbrough, Richard Tankersley and John Fox, find for the defendant, Robert Tompkins, Foreman. Caroline County by T. E. Campbell 1954, p. 302. 1736 - The Caroline County Court ordered Robert Dudley to collect tithes in Drysdale Parish and in St. Mary's Parish; Robert Dudley, John Sanders and Robert Taliaferro acknowledged their bond as security. Note: Silvanus Sanders with James Powell acknowledged bond in 1748 as security for Lucy Ware, widow of Edward Ware. In 1768 Robert Garrett, Henry Ware, Thomas Alcock and Ambrose Dudley appraised the estate of Robert Taliaferro. 1736 - 10 Sep Juror: Hans Hendrick served as a juror in Caroline Court: Robert Dudley vs. Thomas White in Trespass.(Caroline Co, VA, Court Orders, 2:367, 369) 1737 - Robert Dudley was the executor of John Clark's estate in Caroline County. A History of Caroline Co., VA, by Thomas Elliott Campbell, Pg 471. 1737 - Robert Dudley, Abraham Martin, Christopher Long, John Pemberton executors of the estate of Ann Phillips. A History of Caroline Co., VA, by Thomas Elliott Campbell, Pg 478. 1738 - William Boulware, George Todd and Robert Dudley named executors of the estate of Head Lynch. Colonial Caroline by Thomas Elliott Campbell. 1738 - Jane Daniel b. c1702 d. 1748, d/o Robert Daniel and Margaret Price who m. 7 Feb 1686, was born c1702 and married Oliver Segar 12 May 1720, Oliver died 26 Mar 1734. Jane Daniel Segar then m. Robert Dudley 10 Aug 1738. Her older sister Margaret Daniel born c1692 m. Henry Ware on 15 Aug 1711. Her brother was named Garrett Daniel. 1738 - 8 Dec Court Action of debt. Geo Goodloe, Gentl, late Sheriff of Caroline, Plaintiff agt Robert Dudley, Wm Lawson, Robert Taliaferro, John Sanders and Thomas Rucker, defendants. It seems to the Court that the plea by the defendants is good and sufficient in the law to preclude the plaintiff from maintaining his action. It's considered the plaintiff should take nothing. The plaintiff appealed to the eighth day of the next General Court, with Zachary Lewis his security. Caroline County Order Book 1732-1740, Part 2, page 509. 1739 - The following list of vestrymen commencing in 1739, will show the leading men in all civil and ecclesiastical matters of the parish and county: Richard Roy, Richard Johnson, Henry Hickman, Edward Ware, Thomas Foster, Thomas Dudley, John Collier, Gawin Corbin, Valentine Ware, Roger Gregory, Richard Anderson, John Robinson, Benjamin Needler, Robert Dudley, John Livingston, Robert Gaines, Philip Roots, John Ware, Richard Shackleford, Wm Taliafero, John Strakey, William Lyne, Charles Collier, Thomas Thrope, Thomas Langford, John Shackleford, John Foster, Philip Roots, Francis Gaines, John Whiting, Thomas Reade, Philip Roots, John Whiting, James Prior, Thomas Dillard, Lyne Shackleford, Hon. Richard Corbin, William Hall, John Taylor Corbin, Benjamin Robinson, Humphrey Garrett, Richard Bray, James Didlake, Philip Taliafero, Lyne Shackleford, Jr., Thomas Dill, John Kidd. 1739 - 14 Sep - Ordered that John Dudley, Henry Burke, John Sutton and William Watkins appraised the estate of Robert Tompkins, Caroline County, Virginia Order Book 1732-1740 by John Frederick Dorman, 1965. 1740 - William Boulware, George Todd and Robert Dudley named executors of the estate of William Taliaferro. Colonial Caroline by Thomas Elliott Campbell 1740 - 9 May - Present: George Hoomes, Gent, justice. Action of trespass. John Watts, Agent, Anthony Arnold. Jury, John Hart/Hurt, John Bradley, Samuel Chapman, Charles Morgan, William Herndon, Michael Parrott, Richard Billops, Thomas Dudley, Matthew Peatross, Roger Madison, Benjamin Wootten and John Dudley, find for the plaintiff ten shillings. Richard Billops, foreman. Caroline County, Virginia Order Book 1732-1740 by John Frederick Dorman, 1965, pg 604. 1742/3 - 11 Mar - The last will and testament of Richard Turner was presented in court by Margt. Turner and Lewis Turner, executrix and executor therein named, and James Turner, the heir at law, consented to the wills' being proved. Proved by Hugh Noden, Gent., Wm. Norment and Charles Noden, witnesses thereto. Ordered that William Whitlock, Henry Burk, John Dudley and John George appraise the estate of Richard Turner. (pg 159) Caroline County Order Book 1744-1746. 1743 - Aug 12 - Richard George was appointed overseer of the road from Reedy Mill to the Church, and from thence to Chesterfield Road and it was ordered that Robert George, William Whitlock, John Dudley and Peter Clabrook with their gang in clearing the road. (Caroline Co, VA Order Book 1740-1746 page 212) 1744 -11 May - Benjamin Hoomes agt. Francis Breeding. Debt. Jury, Robt. Hall, Thos. Dudley, Andw. Harrison, Thos. Ham, Jn. Dyer, Robt. Lyon, Charles Beazley, David Tinsley, Benjamin Watts, Jno. Ware, Jno. Carter and Thos. Pitman, find for the defendant. Thos. Dudley, Foreman. Caroline County Dorman Order Book, Page 277 1744 - 14 Dec - Richard George and John Dudley were securities for Henry Burke to renew his ordinary license. (Caroline Co, VA Order Book 1740-1746 page 337 1745, May 10, John Glanton appointed overseer of the road from the fork of the Three Notched Road to the foot of the Mount Hill of the lower side and it's ordered Benjamin Robinson's, John Micou's, Mrs. Buckner's, Captain Richard Taliaferro's, John Glanton's, Daniel LeFoe, John Davis, John Watts and Robert Dudley's people assist Glanton in clearing the road. 1747 - 14 Aug - Gabriel Long, Junr. Agt. (agent) John Griffin, trespass on the case. Jury, Joseph Herndon, Henry Burk, John Durret, Joseph Butler, John Bradley, Aaron Quisenberry, Anthony Samuel, Joseph Meacham, William Tyler, William Robinson, John Dudley and John Beasley, heard the evidence. The defendant gave in evidence to the delivery of a slave to the plaintiff satisfaction of any promise he might have made to him. The plaintiff offered the copy of a will of the defendant's father attested by the Clerk of Essex County to prove that the defendant had only an estate tail in the slave, which was overruled by the Court. Caroline County, VA Court Action Order Book pg 53. 1748 – 13 Jan - Upon petition of Lucy Ware, it is ordered she have administration of the estate of her late husband Edward Ware, who with James Powell and Silvanus Sanders, her securities, ack. bond. It is ordered that Thomas Dudley, John Moses and George Penn appraise the estate of Edward. (Caroline County Order Book 1746-1754. 1749 - Apr 14 Robert Dudley is appointed overseer of the road in the room of John Glanton. 1749 - Jun 9 - It is ordered that John Davis be overseer of the road from the post above Mary Powell's to the Mount Church and that he keep the way now cleared by Robert Dudley's fence into the back road and also the way to the church just below the bridge in repair, and have the people at Captain Micou's, John Buckner's, Daniel LeFoe's, at Captain Taliaferro's, Ann Glanton's, Isaac Pearse, Patrick Cookrin and John Davis to assist him. 1750/1 - 8 Mar - Jane and Mary Dudley orphans of Jno. Dudley made choice of Wm. Dudley to be their guardian, who with Edmd. Pendleton his security acknowledged their bond. It is ordered that John Wily, John Sutton, Henry Burk and Richd. George appraise the estate of John Dudley. Caroline County, VA Order Book 1750-1752. 1762 - Caroline Co., mention of the estate of Robert Dudley being settled with John Garrett, Robert Garrett and Henry Ware as executors of his will. (Caroline Co. Wills and Deeds) 1768 - 12 May Ordered that Robert Garrett, Henry Ware, Thomas Alcock and Ambrose Dudley or any three of them appraise the estate of Robert Taliaferro. Some descendants of William Allcock, tobacco inspector of Caroline County, Virginia By Billie Lee Alcott-Rammelsberg.