Extracts1
Extracts from Kent Wills
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.86 Probate 13 Dec 1726/7
William Adly of Hoath near Canterbury, husbandman, will dated 4 Feb 1726/7
Eldest son John, sons Thomas and Denis?, youngest son Benjamin (executor)
Daughter Elizabeth Tipper and her son Aaron
Mary, William and John, children of my son William
Daughter Martha
Witnesses: John Saintey, Searles Jarman and Benjamin Davis.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.70 f.162 Probate 25 Apr 1835
William Addley of Chislet, yeoman, will dated 24 Jan 1826
Wife Sarah, son Thomas
Witnesses by Henry Kingsford, John Pilcher and Thomas Manger Goldfinch.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.52 f.128 Probate 16 Oct 1638
William Allen of Fairfield, labourer, will dated 5 Oct 1638
Brother Peter
Catherine Gilbert, daughter of William Gilbert of Fairfield
Elizabeth Sampson of Fairfield
Residue to William Gilbert
Witnessed by Henry Gowan and Francis Button.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.55 f.168 Probate 14 Nov 1685
William Allen of Beere in Westcliffe, will dated 17 Jun 1681
Son William
Daughter Susan Hatcher (executor) and her husband William (overseer of will)
Daughter Mary Blundell (executor), her husband Ralph (overseer), and their 6 children
Son in law William Wybourne
Grandchildren Daniel and Anne Wyborne
Edward and John Dale, sons of my brother in law John Dale
2 daughters of Jane Dale, daughter of my sister Ann
William Allen, son of my brother Daniel
Richarden Allen, dau of my brother Daniel and 4 other children of Daniel
Katherine Young
Frances Meadows
Poor of the parish of Sholden, Great Mongham, Northbourne Streete and St Margaret at Cliffe
Witnessed by Joane Buck, William Stratfold NP, Thomas Stratfold.
[Note: Ann Allen m.John Dale 1627 Northbourne, Mary m.Ralph Blundell 1661 Sholden, Susan m.William Hatcher 1664 Sholden]
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.55 f.179 Probate 9 Jun 1612
Richard Andrewe of St Dunstans, Canterbury, husbandman, will dated 25 Apr 1612
Daughter Joane Pilcher, wife of John of Chartham
Stephen pilcher, son of Joane
Daughter Margaret Johnson, wife of Thomas, and her daughter Joan
Witnessed by Michael Dann, John Brayne and Thomas Beane?.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.54 f.24 Probate 26 Sep 1606
William Andrewe of Great Hardres, will dated 22 Aug
Wife Hellenour
Daughters Mary, Ann and Joanne
Witnessed by William Stacye, Ralph Berye and William Frud?
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.56 f.325 Probate 1610
John Andrewes of Capel, yeoman, will dated 20 Oct 1610
Ingram Andrewes, eldest son, overseer of will
Wife Alice
Grandson John Andrewes, eldest son of Ingram
Youngest son George, executor
John son of George Andrewes
Steven Andrewes, second son
John Andrewes, third son, widower, overseer of will
Joane, daughter of my son John
Mary Andrewes
Witnessed by Francis Rogers, Francis Wallker and Sarah Sweting.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.96 f.197 Probate 7 May 1761
John Atkinson of Ashford, grocer, will dated 28 Mar 1760
Brother Henry
Brother in law George Teree Elwick of Ashford, gent, executor.
Source: Virginia Magazine of History and Biography Vol.22 pp.25-6
Ann Barham of Canterbury, widow
Given orally to witnesses on 21 Jun 1640, and proved 13 Jul 1640.
"There is in the hands of Mr. William Somner of Canterbury £20 which was given by Mrs Shrubsole her late mother and by herselfe to her son
Graves his child and intrusted with said Somner he paying eight pounds % interest."
There is remaining in the hands of Mr. Wraigh of Feversham county Kent, £30 one silver salt and one silver cup. In the hands of Mr. Charles
Shrubsole £17.10s.0d. In the hands of Thomas Lyne £9.10s.0d. Out of which £30 aforesaid she willed to William Graves £10 to
be paid to him at 21 years. Until that time said sum to Robert Graves father of said William he paying no interest but putting in security.
To Mrs Lyne 5 pounds. To Mrs. Graves 5 pounds. £10 of said £30 to be expended for her funeral. Out of the moneys in the hands
of aforesaid Mr Shrubsole and Thomas Lyne she gave to Anthony Barham now in Virginia £5. To Sibill and Anne Lyne 5 pounds each. To Mrs
Bowling 20s. To Goodwife Aleberry 10s. To Goodman Gray 10s. To Goodman Warren 10s. To Mary Fusser 10s. Mr. Thomas Lyne executor."
Source: Virginia Magazine of History and Biography Vol.22 pp.25-6
Anthony Barham of Mulberry Island, Virginia at present resident in England, Gent.
Note: He had been living in Virginia since 1624 and made one will on 7 April 1641 in Virginia in
anticipation of the sea voyage to England he was about to undertake. He made a second will soon
after arriving (will dated 6 Sep 1641) and died within the week. The second will was consistent with the first, but added several items.
He named his wife Elizabeth as executrix and provided for her support. He made reference to his other will
and appears to have treated the second as a codicil. He provided for his daughter Elizabeth. He refers to money due to him from Thomas Lyne in
the amount of £226.10. He bequeathed 5 pounds to his wife's mother, Alice Bennett, 5 pounds to his brother-in-law Richard Bennett, and
5 pounds to his sister Mrs. Mary Duke.
To sister Graves he gave 40 shillings. He made a bequest to Mr. Edward Aldey, minister of St. Andrews Church in Canterbury. He also made bequests
to his close friend Edward Major and his wife Martha, and to Mrs. Joane Perce, wife of Mr. William Perce. He made bequests to his "friend and
gossip" William Butler, and to Butler's daughter Sarah, to whom Anthony was godfather. He had given land to his son Thomas in the Virginia will.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.103 f.496 Probate 1803
John Barton of Ulcombe, Gentleman
Property in Ulcombe, Langley, East Sutton, Headcorne and Marden in occupation of Edward Fry, James Clifford,
Joseph Tassell, James Kingsnorth, John Cole and Stephen Harrison
Brothers Edward and William Barton
(Note: first page only)
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.57 f.54 Probate 1610?
Clement Bassocke of Sandhurst, will dated 7 Nov 1610
Sister Joane Cage and her 4 children: Thomas, Richard, William and Elizabeth
Alex Fowle of Sandhurst (overseer of will) and his 3 children: John, Henry and Elizabeth
Sister Alice Tuck
3 children of Hugh Woodde
Sister Martha, wife of John Blunden
Clement Bassock son of Jervase
Sarah wife of Robert Dunning?
4 daughters of David Petter (overseer of will): Anne, Cisley, Dorothy and Elizabeth
Giles Alie alias Cooke, his wife Joane and their children: Thomas, William and Mary
Thomas Blacke
Residue to Jervase Bassocke of Sandhurst (executor)
Witnessed by Alex Fowle and David Petter.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.231 #0188972 Probate 16 Feb 1662/3
Mr John Bate of Ashford, will dated 8 Oct 1662
Brothers Samuel, Stephen and James.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.102 f.169 #0189002 Probate 21 Dec 1792
James Bates of Ulcombe, yeoman, dated 26 Mar 1788
James, William, John and Thomas Wickens, sons of William Wickens of Ulcombe (£5 each at 21 years)
Housekeeper Amy Pankhurst (£5)
Residue to James Bates otherwise Hearls now living with me, son of Elizabeth Hearls which she had while living with me as my housekeeper
Codicil dated 14 Jul 1792 - James Wickens now dead, his share to his brother Joseph
Also an extra £100 to John Wickens at 23 years.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.98 f.15
John Bates of Ulcombe, dated 8 Oct 1767
Wife Mary, brothers James, Maximilian and Peter.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury #0188989 f.2 Probate 11 Jan 1732
Matthew Bates of Staplehurst, to be buried in Frittenden, will dated 24 Nov 1732.
Mentions:
Matthew Bates son of Edward
Ann and Elizabeth Bates daughters of Edward
Thomas Bates son of William
William, Martha, Ann, Mary, Elizabeth, Richard, Jane and Sarah children of William Bates of Staplehurst
Samuel Butler of Canterbury and Jane his wife
James, John, Jane and Abraham children of Samuel and Jane Butler
Edward Chittenden of Milkhouse, son of John Chittenden
William Bates of Frittenden, son of Henry
Sarah, Edward, Matthew and Richard children of Henry Bates
My brother William and Mary his wife
Henry Bates son of Henry
My brother Henry to be sole executor or his wife Sarah.
Source: Tyler Notes #1545057 Probate 23 Apr 1663
Stephen Bax of Ash, yeoman,will dated 9 Jan 1662/3
Sons Jeremie, Thomas, Alexander and William
Stephen, son of my son John (under 20 years)
Mercy, daughter of my son John (under 15 years)
Wife Mary
Witnessed by Joanna Anstie and William Verrier.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury V.63 f.266 Probate 19 Apr 1750
Charles Bayley of HMS Eltham,will dated 14 Feb 1746
Father William Bayley, schoolmaster at Deal
Witnessed by Thomas Oakley, mayor of Deal, Thomas Wilmhurst and Nath. Woodruff.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.91 f.17 Probate 16? Apr 1740
Elizabeth Bayly of Folkestone, widow of Thomas, Jurat, will dated 22 Mar 1735
Son Thomas Bayly
Daughter Sarah and her husband Edward Hammond
Daughter Susan and her husband Thomas Gillett (executor)
Grandson Richard Wood, son of Samuel Wood
Richard le Moor, husband of daughter Ann
Benjamin Gunnelt?
Samuel Wooder?
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury f.240 Probate 22 Apr 1795
Mary Beake of Stodmarsh, spinster, will dated 12 Apr 1788
Son John Beake
Friend Thomas Holness of Littlebourne, yeoman
Nephew William Tickner of Wickhambreaux, yeoman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury f.172 Probate 3 Apr 1788
Robert Beake of Stodmarsh, yeoman, will dated 28 Dec 1787
Sister Mary Beake (executrix)
Tenants Charles Horne and John Semock
Nephew William Beake, son of my late brother Thomas (residue and executor)
Robert Beake, son of my nephew William
3 nieces Mary, Elizabeth and Susanna Beake, dau of my late brother Thomas
Nephew William Tickner, son of my late sister Elizabeth Tickner
Niece Sarah Fouljam, dau of my late sister Sarah Rucke
Nephews and nieces William Seath, John Seath, Richard Seath, Robert Seath,
Mary White, Elizabeth Barnes, Ann Seath and Sarah Seath
Kinsman Mr Richard Gibbs of Ickham Court, yeoman (executor)
Witnessed by Robert Smith, Henry Smith and Thomas Hammond.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury V.65 f.323 Probate 3 Oct 1769
Thomas Beake of Ash, yeoman, will dated May 1769
John Shooter and his son Robert
Wife Elizabeth
Sons Thomas and Robert
Daughter Mary
Witnessed by George Wood, Ralph Leggatt and Thomas Hammond.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.105 f.99 Probate 9 Apr 1814
Thomas Beake of Throwley, will dated 30 Jun 1810
Thomas Dodd and William Kemp of Throwley, gent (executors)
Wife and children unnamed
Sister Sarah wife of Thomas Pain of Lenham
Mother in law Sarah wife of William Pain of Sheldwich
Witnessed by Harriet Jenner and Henry Wright.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.101 f.362 Probate 29 Aug 1789
William Beake of Throwley, farmer, will dated 11 May 1789
James Southey, tenant in Adisham, and Thomas Bowles, occupier
William Dodd of Throwley, farmer
Thomas Dodd of Throwley, miller
John Matcham of Throwley, farmer
Wife Sarah
Children William, Sarah, Thomas and Amy
Mr James Gurney of St. John Thanet, gent.
Witnessed by George Jemmett, attorney at Ashford, Edward Honiss, bricklayer and Thomas Miller,
clerk to Mr Jemmett.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.53 f.62/66 Probate 19 Jan 1601/2
Richard Beale of Haseldens Wood, Cranbrook, yeoman, will dated 19 Oct 1601
Jonathan Beale (minor), son of my son Edward
Sons John and Roger Beale of Haseldens Wood
Sons Richard, James, Henry Beale
Only daughter Marie Wood of Suffolk
Nieces Debora and Susan, daughters of Edward
Nephew Josias Beale, weaver of Haseldens Wood, son of Edward
Grandchildren Thomas, Richard, Alexander, Agnes, John and Sara Beale, children of my son John
Debora, wife of my son Edward Beale of Haseldens Wood
Son Richard Beale of Suffolk, yeoman (executor)
Son Roger Beale of Cranbrook (executor)
Witnessed by John Beale(x), Alexander Taylor, Thomas Taylor, Sidrache Kemsley, Thomas Jennings,
Edward Beale and Debora Beale, wife of Edward.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.104 f.8 Probate 26 Nov 1807
John Charles Beckingham of Bourne Place, Bishopsbourne, clerk, will dated 24 Feb 1807
Brother in law Daniel Gregory, esq.
Wife Louisa (executor)
Daughter Louisa, wife of Edward Taylor, esq. and her children
Witnessed by John Hodges of Canterbury, John George Hodges and George Lawrence.
Codicil dated 20 Aug 1807:
Robert Foote of Charlton Place, Bishopsbourne, esq.
Witnessed by G. Legent?, Captain of HM Sloop Stock, W Ditch, surgeon of Canterbury and Samuel Shearnden, servant.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Rochester Probate 26 Nov 1755
William Beeke of Chatham, coachmaster and victualler, will dated 5 Jun 1755
Kinsman Henry Beeke of Chatham, blacksmith and his wife Elizabeth
Sister Mary Wattle
William Jessup and Elizabeth Jessup
Charles Jessup and Elizabeth Jessup
Rebecca Beeke, dau of my kinsman Henry Beeke
Wife Ann Beeke
William Wattle and Mary Wattle, children of my sister Mary
Witnessed by John Cazeneuve, Peter Martin and Thomas Johnson.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.75 #0188976 Probate 28 Jan 1680
John Birch the elder of Eythorne?, yeoman, will dated 9 Sep 1679
Wife Constance
Son John and his six children
Son William, executor.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.97 f.159 #0188980 Probate c1700
Thomas Birch of Wye, yeoman
Daughters Frances Birch, Mary Bennett and Susanna Bataw?
Sons John and Stephen (executor) Birch.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.75 #0188976 Probate Sep 1680
Aaron Bowyer of Cranbrook, barber surgeon, will dated 25 Aug 1680
Daughter Mary Bowyer (�120+)
Son in law Francis Harris, executor and Elenor his wife
Overseer Charles Burke of Cranbrook.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.75 #0188976 Probate Sep 1680
Mary Bowyer of Cranbrook, spinster, will dated 4 Sep 1680
Sister Ellen Harris wife of Francis Harris (�119+)
Cousin Netter Webb (20s at age 22)
Residue to Francis Harris, executor
Witnessed by Sarah Harris, Elizabeth Barnden and John Barnden.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.249 #0188972 Probate 23 Jul 1662
John Coleman of Warehorne, blacksmith, sick, will dated 2 Apr 1662
Daughter Mary
Wife Deborah, executor
Witnessed by John Waller and Nicholas Baker.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.75 #0188972 1661
Probates 8 Jan 1648/9 and May 1649 to wife Ann, Nov 1661 to dau Christian
Thomas Coleman of Eastchurch, Sheppy, gent., will dated 17 Sep 1648
Daughter Christian Coleman - £200 and household goods in Ospringe
Daughter Frances Coleman - £20
Daughter Elizabeth wife of George Love - £20
Daughter Susan wife of Nicholas Wade of Faversham, maulster - £20
Grandsons Henry Wade (£20) and John Wade (£5)
Granddaughter Elizabeth Heeler, daughter of Elizabeth - £10
Jarvis Heeler - £5 at age 21
tenant Nicholas Scott of Ospringe
Wife Ann Coleman - residue and executor.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.250 #0188972 Probate Aug 1662
Mary Cowell of Sandwich, will dated 15 Feb 1658/9
Sons John, Joseph, Benjamin and William
Daughter Mary wife of Francis Hooke and her four children
Daughter Anna wife of Andrew Foade and her two children
Son in law Francis Hooke of Sandwich.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.78 f.171 #188979
George Culmer of Preston next Wingham, Kent, yeoman
John Culmer, son, sole Executor
give Elizabeth 'my now wife' over and above what I am bound by bond upon our marriage that
my Executor shall pay her if she overlives me all such household goods as she brought me in marriage
the poor widowes of Preston the sum of forty shillings
George Minter, son in law and Jane (his wife my daughter)
five grandchildren (the children of Richard Saffery and Susannah his wife my late daughter)
sons Stephen Culmer and Daniell Culmer
grandson George Culmer son of John Culmer
grandson George Culmer son of Daniell Culmer
property in Preston occupied by Michael Huffham
witnessed 3 July 1690 by Robert Howgill? and Thos? Howell
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.59 #188877 Probate 14 Jan 1722/3
Ellen Green of Maidstone, widow, will dated 27 Mar 1722.
Mentions:
Cousins Mary Savage of Maidstone (£100) and James Savage of Maidstone (£20 + house+)
Cousins Thomas James of London (£50) and James Savage of Snodland
My husband's nephew Green Varnum (£30)
Cousins Kathern Green of Maidstone (£30) and John Green, wheelwright (£10)
Cousins Edward Varnum (£10) and Ester Varnum (£10)
Cousin John Savage senior of London (£10)
Cousin Mary prett of Canterbury (£10), her daughter Susanna (£10), other two sisters (£10 each)
Cousin Mary Young of Canterbury (£10)
Cousin Mary Bean (£10)
Brother George Green and his wife (£5 each)
Sister Hope? and her husband (1 guinea each)
Witnessed by Robert Joy and Elizabeth Wattell.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.75 f.253 #0188976 Probate 10 Apr 1681
Thomas Green of Sellenge, yeoman, sick, will dated 4 Feb 1680
Brother William Green of Horton, yeoman
William Allen of Smeeth, yeoman
Son William Green, minor
Sister Mary Allen, wife of William.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.102 f.327 #0189002 Probate 25 Sep 1794
Mary Hickmoth of Chalkwell, Milton next Sittingbourne, dated 29 Apr 1789
Messuages in tenure of Thomas Mayott, Anthony Gallihawke, Robert Crump, Thomas Love and ? Turner
My son Thomas Grant
My daughters Sarah Matson, widow and Mary wife of John Smith
My daughter Jane wife of George Moor
My granddaughters Alicia Eliza Merger, Mary Matson and Mary Prall? Smith
Daughter in law Ann wife of Stephen Perkins of faversham, deal merchant.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.427 #0188972 Probate Dec 1663
Thomas Jordan of Haldon, gent, will dated 13 Aug 1663
My only son Stephen, executor and minor
Daughters Elizabeth and Margaret, minors
Brother John Jordan and kinsman Robert Jordan of Harborne in Halden, overseers
Witness Sarah Jordan.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.71 f.498 #0188972 Probate c1654
John Marsh of Hackington St Stephens, yeoman
Kinsman Clement Marsh of Ramsgate
Wife Alice Marsh
Vincent Marsh, son of Vincent Marsh of Wingham
(Note: first page only)
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.59 #188877 Probate 27 Apr 1722
John Middleton of Maidstone, pipemaker, dated 27 Dec 1721
Wife Elizabeth (executor) and minor daughter Elizabeth
Witnessed by Elizabeth Bennett, Dorothy Hellard and Samuel Fullager.
Source: Consistory Court of Canterbury v.59 #188877 Probate 9? May 1721
Elizabeth Oare of Tovill, Maidstone, widow of John Oare, late of Tovill, fuller, dated 6 Jul 1718.
Son John Oare - personal estate
£5 to the Charity School
Executors and Guardians during John's minority: Rev. Francis Mirrall and George Cuteis, Gent. of Maidstone
If son John dies unmarried then the following to receive legacies:
Elizabeth, Margaret and Mary Stevenson, daughters of my brother Andrew Stevenson
Samuel and Elizabeth Stevenson, children of my brother Samuel Stevenson
My sister Mary, now wife of Rev Francis Mirral
My sister Mary's sons Edward and William Darby
My brothers in law Charles Oare and Thomas Oare
My sister in law Rose Oare now wife of John Ellis
Simon Goldwell of Maidstone, cordwainer
John Goldwell of Maidstone, gardener
Witnessed by Thomas Jones, William Jeffery and Daniel Kirby.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.103 f.234 Probate 19 Oct 1799
Thomas Oare of Headcorn, farmer, dated 22 Sep 1796
Wife Hannah, daughter Ann wife of Robert Mercer of Headcorn, farmer - executors
Daughter in law Mary wife of John Tushin/Tuskin.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.75 f.311 #0188980 Probate Dec 1681
Joseph Page of Chislet, will dated 15 Nov 1681
Son John - house in parish of St Nicholas, Thanet called Frost at age 18
Daughter Ann - house at Hysted in Borough of Croft at age 21
Daughter Mary - other house at Highsted, Borough of Croft at death of her mother
Wife Ann, executor - residue.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.149 #0188972 Probate Jul 1661
Michael Page of the City of Canterbury, gent and Alderman, will dated 14 Dec 1660
Grandchild Hester Denne daughter of my daughter Elizabeth Denne - �200 at age 21 or marriage
Daughter Elizabeth Denne
Sister Katherine Elkin?
David Denne
Son Michael Page
Daughter Margaret Page, executor.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.57 f.446 #0188976 Probate 16 May 1680
Thomas Page of Chartham, yeoman, will dated 20 Apr 1680
Wife Elizabeth Page
Daughter Elizabeth Page
Sons Nicholas and Thomas, executors - residue
Brother Nicholas Tapley of Chilham, yeoman - governance of sons.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.159 #0188972 Probate Aug 1661
John Reynolds of St Paul, Canterbury, cordwainer, will dated 7 Jun 1661
Grandmother Sindeny Shereise
Wife Sara, executor
Susanna Paine
Thomas, Isaac and Susan May, children of Sara.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.79 f.397 #0188980 Probate c1700
William Reynolds of Cranbrook, maulster
Wife Mary Reynolds, executrix
Daughter Susanna wife of Robert Marchant of Cranbrook, miller.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.79 f.201 #0188980 Probate c1700
William Reynolds of Hawkhurst, carpenter
Father Richard, sister Mary and brothers Richard and Thomas (executor)
Mary Ellis who lives with my father.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.42 #0188972 Probate 18 Jan 1660
John Tucker of Ruckinge, sick, will dated 29 Dec 1659
Daughter Mary, minor and executor
Mary Parr
Overseers Isaac Abraham and Richard Murrell
Witnesses Francis Crase and Elizabeth Martin.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.97 f.99 #0188997 Probate 5 Jun 1764
Jonathan Tucker of Marden, farmer
Father John, mother Mary, brothers John and William
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.198 #0188972 Probate May 1661
Thomas Tucker of West Langdon, collermaker, will dated 29 May 1660
Wife Anne, Sons William, Richard and Thomas
Daughter Elizabeth wife of John Pettet.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.370 #0188972 Probate Jul 1662
Anne Webb of Milton alias Middleton, widow, sick, will dated 18 Jul 1662
Son John Webb - 10s
Daughter Elizabeth Munn - 10s
Grandchildren Anne Munn, Elizabeth Munn and Jane Munn, daughters of my son John Munn - 10s each
Daughters Anne Webb, Mary Webb and Mildred Webb, executors
Brother in law Anthony Webb.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.71 f.486 #0188972 Probate Jun? 1663
Anthony Webb of Milton alias Middleton, woollen draper, sick, will dated 20 Feb 1662/3
Sister Sarah wife of Francis Waterman
Sister Webb
Cousins John Webb of Aylesford and Stephen Webb of Chatham
Cousin wife of Stephen Burham of Aylesford
Brother in law Henry Bourne, his daughter Elizabeth, minor
John Webb, son of my brother Samuel Webb - £10 if he returns to England
Nieces Elizabeth, Ann, Mary and Mildred, daughters of my brother Samuel
Elizabeth wife of Richard Drayton of Biddenden
Ann wife of Robert West
Alice daughter of my brother William
Wife Ann Webb, residue and executor
Samuel and Anthony, grandsons of my brother Samuel by his son John Webb
John, George and Robert Webb sons of my brother William
Witnesses Thomas Greene, Walter Preston, John Bateman Jr, Thomas Barton.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury V.97 f.101 #0188980 Probate c1700
Richard Webb of Mersham, husbandman, dated 3 Jun 1690
Brother Thomas Webb of Mersham
Wife Joane, executrix
Witness Richard Webb.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury v.102 f.292 #0189002 Probate 4 Feb 1793
Thomas Woolley the elder of Stalisfield, farmer, dated 18 Aug 1791
Eldest son Thomas Woolley the younger
Son James Woolley
Daughters Marcy wife of Charles Miller, Mary wife of John Baker, Ann wife of Thomas Savage,
Susanna wife of Jacob Clements, Elizabeth Woolley spinster and Rebecca Woolley spinster
Wife Mary/Marcy
Source: David Olby, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/61/969, Probate 14 July 1737
Thomas Petman late of Biddenden now of Maidstone Kent, Grocer and Tallow Chandler, will dated 22 July 1736
"I give and bequeath and devise unto Richard Willard of Biddenden ... Grocer ... my Messuage ... and one piece or
parcel of land ... with their appertenences ... by estimation one acre more or less ... in the parish of Bredgar in the said county ... given to
me ... by the last will of Mrs Anna Nicholls upon Trust ... to sell ... and ...out of the money Arising ... pay all such Debts as shall by me be
owing ... and my funeral Expenses ...
the remainder shall be paid unto my Mother Thomasin Petman ...... use and not subject to the Discretion or Control of her said Husband ...
I ... appoint Richard Willard Sole Executor"
Witnesses: Tho Collens // Martha Collens // John Link".
" ... Proved July the 14th. 1737 ... and his will was committed to Richard Willard Executor ... "
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #675, Probate 3 Feb 1800
John Sampson of St Peter, Thanet, yeoman, <£1000
Brother Isaac, executor
Sister Sarah wife of William Goodson (executor)
Sister Judith Ladd
Mother Elizabeth Sampson
John Brown and Elizabeth Brown children of his late sister Elizabeth, deceased
Housekeeper Jane Mockett.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #676, Probate 3 Feb 1800
Stephen Saxby of Sandwich, carpenter, <£10,000
Edward Baker of Sandwich, gent., executor and trustee
Robert Tomlin of Sandwich, gent., executor and trustee
wife Sarah
Children Stephen, Thomas, Edmund and Sarah
Business as timber merchant jointly with James Leman? of Sandwich
Quarter part of vessell called Goodintent
Apprentice William Saxby.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #677, Probate 1 Jan 1800
Lewis Turner of Sittingbourne, waiter, <£100
Valentine Simpson, executor
Mary Gowlett.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #678, Probate 6 Aug 1800
Thomas Tanner of Goudhurst, woolstapler, < £300
Wife Ann, executrix.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #679, Probate 1 May 1800
John Tivelein of Canterbury, victualler, <£300
Thomas Farmer?
Wife Susan
Sons John and Matthew
Daniel Lepine and Charles Lepine of Canterbury, executors.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #680, Probate 9 Aug 1800
Benjamin Taylor of East Langdon, gent., <£5000
Sons John and Benjamin, executors
Daughter Susanna
Daughter Mary wife of Joseph Marsh
Daughters Sarah and Catherine
Daughter Jane wife of William Coleman.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #681, Probate 10 Jun 1800
Richard West of Ospringe, yeoman, <£300
Son James, executor
Wife
Children Thomas, William, James, Sarah wife of Thomas Smith, Mary wife of Edmond Packman,
Ann wife of John Higgins, Anne wife of James Barber, Elizabeth wife of Robert Clackett and Martha? wife of George Epps.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298 #682, Probate 10 Mar 1800
Thomas Weston of Cranbrook, <£600
Wife Elizabeth, executrix
Brothers Benjamin and John of Burwash, Sussex
William Winch, executor.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298\651 #683, Probate 6 Feb 1800
Young Waterman of Halden, yeoman, <£600
Wife Elizabeth, executrix.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298\651 #684, Probate 15 Mar 1800
Henry Worseter of Sellinge, yeoman, <£300
Brother Francis Breton, executor
Richard Breton.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Death Duty, IR\26\298\651 #685, Probate 27 Dec 1800
Mary Willard of Biddenden, spinster, <£100
Nephews James and William Willard, executors
Niece Mary Willard
Niece Elizabeth wife of Thomas Weller
Niece Martha wife of Smith Mead
Niece Sarah wife of Thomas Sawyer.
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/58/390, Probate 1712
David Denne of Bishopsbourne, Gentleman, will dated July 2, 1712
Sisters Jane Landon, Susan Denne
Cozen Elizabeth new wife of Joseph Wise
Thomas, William & Jane the only children of my late cozen Anne late wife of William Froncly of Sandwich, blacksmith, when aged 21
Brother Peter Denne
Sister Ann Denne
Brother William Denne, executor
Kinsman Abraham Landon & brother Tristam
Cozen Anthony Landon.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury, 17/87/13, LDS Film # 0188988, Probate 20 July 1728
David Denne of St. Nicholas Harbledown, yeoman, will dated 19 July 1721
Grandson Nathaniel Denne 25 pounds at 21
Grandaughter Jane Taylor 5 pounds
Grandchildren John, Thomas, Elizabeth, ... 5 pounds to be equally divided at 21.
To issue of my daughter Elizabeth Cullen
To grand children of my daughter Mary, George
To issue of my daughter Jane Marsh
Residue to daughter Martha Denne
Witnesses John Denne, Esther Denne ...., William Kiltherwhite.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury, PRC 17/108/217, LDS Film # 018900, Probate 26 Apr 1830
David Denne of Chislet, gentleman, will dated 10 Nov 1829
all my messuage, lands, to my dear wife Esther for life and after her decease to the use of
my friends Thos. Asherden Champion of Sarr and Edward Slater of Stourmouth, their heirs,
administrators, and assigns upon trust to dispose of the same.
I give to my wife for her own use the proceeds of my effects ... estate whatsoever after
payments of debts, with full power to carry on for her benefit and the maintenance and
support four children all the ... now carried on by me.
After her decease ... stocks are to be sold and I bequeath the proceeds thereof together
with proceeds form the sale of my lands equally amongst my children William, Edward .... Margate, Mary Shasbery, Edward Kitle.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury, A203 (original will), Probate 21 Jan 1643
David Denne of Bishopsbourne, yeoman, will dated 3 Sep 1642
To be buried in the churchyard of Bishopsbourne.
To the poor of Bishopsbourne, the poor of Kingstone, the poor of Barham, 20 shillings each.
All my lands to my brother Peter Denne for his life and then to his heirs male, in default of such issue, to my sister Margaret Denne, and her
heirs but if none, to John Denne son of Thomas Denne of St. Alphage in Canterbury and his heirs.
More to my brother Peter, all my wearing apparel, also my corselett, the gold ring that was
my father�s, also all my hop poles after the hops are off them.
To my sister Margaret all my hops which are non frowing ?
To my loving wife all my goods and chattels, household stuff except that given to my brother
and sister and three score pounds which I give to my sister Margaret to be my executrix.
But if she fail to prove this my will within three months according as by law is required,
then she shall loose the benefit of the sixty pounds which then shall belong to my wife as
executrix. My executrix to pay all my debts out of the sixty pounds, and be at the charge of my funeral.
Witness: Thos. Wood, Abra _____ By his mark
Probated 21 January 1643 by Margaret Denne, sister of the decease and executrix.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury, Vol.79 folio 268, Probate 1699
Elizabeth Denn of Littlebourne, Kent, widow, will dated November 25, 1698
I give unto my son John Denn the sum of forty five pounds of lawful money of England to be paid by my executor within 9 months after.
I also give unto my son Thomas Denn the sum of twenty pounds of lawful money of England to be paid by my executor within nine months after my death.
Also I give unto my son David Denn the sum of one shilling ....
Also my will is that my son John Denn and John Franklin of Littlebourne foresaid shall be ...
and for my two daughters Mary and Elizabeth Denn ... reach ... age of two and twenty years ...
and to my son John Denn and John Franklin the sum of two shillings for ....
Then I give and bequeath unto my two daughters Mary and Elizabeth Denn .... estate goods and chattels.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/75/381, LDS Film # 0188976, Probate 18 June 1683
Elizabeth Denne of Canterbury, spinster, daughter of Michael Denne late of Littlebourne, yeoman, deceased,
will dated 11 June 1683
Soul to God, buried at the discretion of the executor.
To Elizabeth Denne, Michael Denne, John Denne, Mary Denne and William Denne children of
my late sister Alice Denne, 20 ... each at 21.
To my nephew Joseph Pettit 20 ... at 21
Residue to my uncles Christopher Denne and James Blaxland they to be the executors.
Witness: Mildred Manable, John ?axton.
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/56/256, Probate 13 May 1693
David Denne of Eastry, yeoman, will dated 15 Mar. 1692
To the poor of Eastry 20 shillings
To Martha my well beloved wife ...
And after her decease, to my youngest son David Denne.
To my eldest daughter Mary Carre, widow, 20 pounds.
To David Carre her son 5 pounds at 21.
To Anne Carre her daughter 40 shillings at 18.
To my youngest daughter Elizabeth Denne 250 pounds to be paid her, 150 pounds on the day of marriage and 100 pounds within the year following ....
Residue of my goods to my said son Thomas Denne and to my youngest son David Denne equally between
them. David shall be 21, they both to be joint executors.
All my stock, crops, cattle to be sold by my son Thomas and the one half to be paid to David Denne my son at his age of 21.
Touching my land re: all my messuages in the parish of Eastry and the parishes of Ash next Sandwich and Stourmouth and elsewhere in Kent.
To Martha my loving wife, messuage in Ash now in the occupation of John Richards and also the
other messuage of 3 acres and 1 rod of land in Ash in the occupation of Richard .... Also the
piece of fresh marshland of ... in Ash ... in occupation of Thomas White .... and after her decease, to Thomas Denne my son and to his heirs forever.
Also to my said son Thomas my 3 pieces of fresh marshland of 18 acres in the parish of Ash, lately
purchased of William Borp? of Deal, gent, be my said son not charging my estate with 200 pounds
laid down to make up purchase money but giving following the same for that purpose and also
paying to my daughter Elizabeth 50 pound parcel of the 100 pound residue of the 250 pounds before given her on conditions.
Also to the said Martha my wife, my other messuage and 8 acres of
arable in Eastry now in my own and my daughter Mary Carre�s occupation which I purchased of Sarah Sluce als Desluse .... widow.
Also 5 pieces of arable land of 23 acres in Eastry in
my own occupation late purchased of Michael Austen of Eastry, yeoman, and Katherine Austen, widow, his mother....
My messuage, orchard, gardens of 8 acres in Eastry purchased of the said Sluce als Desluse and
the said 23 acres of Eastry, purchased of the Austens� unto my said son David and his heirs.
Also my other messuage, gardens, lands arable of pasture of 14 acres in Stourmouth in the occupation of
Edward Browne. My son Thomas Denne shall receive all rents etc. until my son David is 21 and pay towards his education 10 pounds yearly.
To my said daughter Elizabeth Denne my tenement or dwelling house and piece of land of one acre lying in Eastry at a place called Buttsole now in
occupation of William Smith which I lately purchased of him the said William Smith.
In witness to this my Last Will of five sheets of paper. David Denne
Sealed in the presence of Thomas Adams, W. Verrier, John Parramor
Probated 13 May 1693 by the oath of Thomas and David Denne sons and executors.
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury Vol 36 f.3, Probate 27 Sept.1586
Humphrey Denne of Aldington, will dated 17 July 1586
To be buried in the parish church of Limpne
To John Denne my uncle Henry Denne his sonne 5 pounds.
To Thomas Denne the son of the aforesaid Henry Denne 5 pounds to be part of my brother James Cobber till 21.
To Mary and Elizabeth myne uncle Henry Denne his daughters 3 pounds 17 shillings 8 pence each
To Thomas Denne my uncle John Denne his sonne 5 pounds
To my uncle Peter Denne 5 pounds within 5 years. If he dies, to his children.
To William, Rudolph, Elizabeth and Susanne sons and daughters of my brother James Cobber 5 pounds each.
To Rudolph and Mildred children of my cousine Richard Knight 2 shillings each.
To John ..., Edward Comkyne, John Wells, and Robert Jeskie, servants to my brother James Cobber, 3/4 each.
To Agnes Kenle and Joane Blechinden 3/4 each.
To Richard Adams and Alice Leehy 20 pence each and to George Markes 20 pence.
To Stephen Miller my 4 hogger.
I forgive John Hanning the money he oweth me.
To Joseph Jaskie my godsonne 3/4.
To the ... parish church of Limpne 6/8. To the poor householders of Limpne 6/8. To the .... of
the parish church of Aldington 6/8. To the minister who shall .... at my funeral 6/8. To 4 .... men who shall carry me to the church 4 pence.
To Saunders wife 4 pence.
Residue to James Cobber, Henry Denne, and Edmonde Denne my brothers equally.
My brother James Cobber to be executor.
All my lands and tenements to my brother Henry Denne and his heirs forever, on condition that my brother Edmonde Denne be paid £6/13/4 yearly.
If my brother Henry Denne should die without heirs, land and tenements to John and Thomas Denne, sons of Henry
Denne and to Thomas Denne the son of John Denne.
Witnesses: John Jessopp - William Browning - William Kingsfold
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury Vol 39 f.253, Probate 6 Mar 1604/5
John Denne of Worth, Kent, yeoman, will dated 17 Dec. 1604
To John Denn my eldest son 20 shillings
To William Denne my son 20 shillings
To Anne Denne my daughter 20 shillings
To Christopher Denne my son 20 shillings
To Edmond Denne my son 20 shillings
To Afra Denne my daughter 20 shillings
To Robert Denne my son 20 shillings
Residue to Katherine my wife
Witnesses: John Edwards notary - John Farly - Nicholas Browne
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/85/31, Probate 10 Oct. 1720
Katherine Denne of Littlebourne, Widow of Jonathon Denne, will dated Jan. 30, 1710
To the poor of the parish of Littlebourne 20 shillings
To the church wardens 5 pounds to be added to the 10 pounds formerly given by some person for the use of the poor
To nephew John Jarman 10 pounds
To my cousin Mrs. Katherine Taylor, widow 10 pounds
My cousin Mr. Richard Simpson and his sister Mrs. Mary Taylor 20 shillings for rings
Mr. William Coleman clerke and his wife and two daughters Mrs. Gibbs and Mrs. Bing to each 10 shillings to buy rings
Thomas Potman son of Thomas Potman late of Stockbury and Martha daughter of William Sythers of St. Martin near Canterbury and William son of
John Road of Littlebourne to each 10 shillings to buy a spoon
All above to be paid within two years of death.
Also Executors to lay black marble stone on grave of my two brothers Mr. Robert Vaughan and Mr. Thomas Vaughan clerk interred in church yard of
Littlebourne. The stone to have the dates of interment and that they were the sons of Mr. Robert Vaughan late of Biddenden.
Mentions will of late husband Johathon Denne dated 7 April 1682.
Thomas Denne of Newbarn in the parish of Ickham, David Denne of the Hospital of St. Nicholas, Harbledown, John Denne of Littlebourne,
yeoman, and Jonathon Denne son of Thomas Denne brother of the last mentioned John Denne (being severally my late husbands relations) & their
heirs � messages, tenement, malthouse and the two acres of land in Littlebourne between them
Residue to nephew Thomas Jarman, my sisters son
Executor Thomas Jarman
Witness: John Franklin, Rowland Trott, Amy Thurston
Source: Norm Dennie,Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/39/185, Probate 24 Aug. 1606
Peter Denn of Deal, yeoman, will dated 13 Aug. 1606
To the poor of Deal where I now dwell 5 shillings
To my daughter Joane Denne 40 pounds
To my daughter Mary Denne 40 pounds
To my daughter Christiane 40 pounds within 2 years .... to provide for her until the money is paid.
I give to my eldest three daughters my linen and half of my pewter.
To Thomas Rand my godson 40 shillings
To my daughter Julian now wife of Andrew Rand 20 bushels of wheat
To my son Robert 90 pounds at 21 .... for three years and ..... for education ....
If he dies, to my other three sons John, Peter and James equally.
Son James Denne tenancy? at Updown Eastry for life, lands at Eastry and Ham
After his decease to John son of said John Denne my son and to his heirs forever.
To my son Peter, tenancy? in Deal called Day house and lands belonging which I late land shared of Leonard Reynolds at Kings ....
And land in Deal, Sholden .... all those my lands lying in a field called Chamberlens Field,
also .... acres at a place near Deal called Cottenlye, also three acres three rods at .... Deal, and three acres at Rushmarsh Sholden.
To James Denne my son forever messuage or tent where I now dwell (9 acres) Deal and Sholden,
also 5 acres in Sholden to sell towards payments of legacies.
Son James Denne to be executor and my brother James Burrell to .... him
Witnesses: William Coppin?, John ....
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/65/185, Probate 11 Feb. 1767
Thomas Denne of Ash next Sandwich, yeoman, will dated Feb. 1, 1767
Son Thomas Denne
My wife Elizabeth Rigden, deceased
To my loving wife Elizabeth Denne
Brother William Denne of Addisham, yeoman
Good friend Henry Wise of � & port of Sandwich
Children Thomas Denne, John Neame Denne, Henry Denne, & Mary Denne
Executors: William Denne & Henry Wise
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/26/137, Probate 1542?
Thomas Denne of Kingston, will dated 16 August 1542
[first part missing]
son Thomas of Denhill, executor
son James
brother Thomas Denne
Thomas Nethersole of Eastry
Thomas Nethersole the sonne of ���� Nethersole
John Nethersole
����Nethersole Symons ����� Denne, James Denne, Thomas Symons
Source: Norm Dennie, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/45/164, Probate 20 Apr 1621
Thomas Denne of Sandwich, will dated 2 Mar 1620/1
To Joshua my eldest son the house wherein I live
To John Edward my second son messuage which .......... in St. Mary Sandwich
Sons to pay Katherine my wife 40pounds ..... for life
Goods and chattels to be sold and money after payment of debts to be distributed between my three daughters Sarah, Elizabeth and Mary ...
Father in law Joshua Pordage sole executor
John Jacob of Sandwich.
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 16/1/245, FHC Film # 1042858, Probate 11 Apr 1645
Thomas Denne of Tarlingham in Folkestone, Gent., will dated 12 Mar 1644/5
To the poor of the parish of Folkestone, of Hawking and of Eastry, 10 s each parish
To my dear wife Susan, all my plate, household stuff ... belonging to my farm ...
To my eldest son Christopher Denne 20 s. I, having otherwise already well provided for him.
To my third son Basill Denne 20s, having already given him a competent portion.
To Elizabeth my daughter, wife of John Symons of Swingfield, yeoman, 20s having already given her a portion in marriage
To Susan daughter, wife of William Symons 20 s ....
Whereas I have in my hands as ever of Thomas Jenkins late of Folkestone my son in law
140 pounds to be paid to his said Thomas Jenkins my grandchild 20 pounds at the age of 21.
To my grandchild Christopher Denne son of my son Thomas 100 pounds to be paid to my son in
law John Symons the above sum until Christopher is of full age of 21, and if Christopher die
without issue to his brothers Thomas and John my grandchildren equally
To my godson Thomas Symons 10s
To my godson Thomas Denne 10s
Whereas I have given to my wife all my household stuff reserving .... which I did usually keep to myself to put my writings and other things in,
the same did I appoint my son Thomas have residue to my said Thomas to be executor.
My son in law William Symons to be overseer.
If my son Thomas will not be executor, to have 20s only.
Witnesses Henry Andrew.
Source: Norm Dennie, Court of Canterbury C Act 7 687/8, Probate 1 July 1741
Thomas Denne of Chislet, County of Kent, yeoman, will dated 28 June 1740
To my son John Denne 350 pounds
To my son Thomas Denne 80 pounds
To my son Robert Denne 80 pounds
To my son Jonathan Denne 80 pounds
Whereas I have given my land unto my son in law Richard Reynolds to leave him 350 pounds. I do hereby give him an additional 250 pounds.
To my son John Denne all my lands called Clip? Cross or by whatever name the same are
called in Chislet aforesaid, which I hold by lease from the Archbishop of Canterbury for
a certain term of years now .... came together with the said? lease.
To my said son John and his heirs, during the residue of the ... of years of the said lease.
To my grandson Thomas Denne son of the said John Denne, my silver cup
residue of my goods and chattels etc ( after my debts paid ) I give to my son David Denne whom I make executor
Witness: Jane Wrightson Young Jeken
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury A70/688, Probate 29 Aug 1640
William Denne of St Paul's Canterbury, will dated 11 Aug 1640
To the poor widows and fatherless children of St. Pauls parish where I now dwell 20s, by the church wardens within one month of my decease.
First my lands in Bishopsbourne, called Burstead, as I have given them to Thomas Denne my
eldest son, they shall remain to such persons as by the said deal it is intended.
Likewise my lands I lease in Ash already given to my younger son William Denne to remain accordingly.
My house and lands in High Hardres called Rands and Buttons to Elizabeth the wife of Steven
Kingsmell for the term of her natural life but she to fell no timber ... only for the
repairing of the house after Her decease the house and lands to William Denne son of my son
Thomas and to his heirs. But if he die before the age of 21, the house and land to the next heir of my son Thomas.
To Elizabeth daughter of Steven Kingsmell 40 pounds at 18 or day of marriage.
To my son Thomas my bed closet
To my son William 20 pounds, my gold ring and bedding which is now in the house of my son in
law William Santinge?, also other things including my best riding coat.
To Mary Dad, Elizabeth Kingsmell and Katherine Santing my daughters each of them 30 shillings to buy them rings.
To Agnes the wife of Francis Southern 5 pounds
To Rebecca Elvin now servant to my daughter Katherine Santing 6s 8d in money and 6s 8d more value in linen.
Residue to Thomas Denne my eldest son
Witnesses William Santing, John Giggs
Source: Norm Dennie, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Vol 84 f.22, Probate Dec 1724
Vincent Denne of Canterbury, will dated 6 Jul 1724
I Vincent Denne do make and declare this my last will and testament and do hereby give
and bequeath all my goods, chattels and personal estate unto my dear mother Anne Denne
widow and sister Mary Denne equally to be divided. And do make my said mother and
sister joint Executrixes of this my last will and testament in witness whereof I have where
unto set my hand and seal the sixth day of July Anno Din 1724. Vincent Denne signed
sealed published and declared by the said Vincent Denne to be this last will and testament in the presence of
Richard Love, Frances Love.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17-1.3
William Reynolds of Leeds, will dated 15th September 1464
12d to the high altar in place of tithes "forgotten or unjustly withheld" plus four further provisions for light (candles?).
He leaves 12d each to Robert and John Reynolds junior, his sons.
The remainder of his goods and chattels he leaves to Emmot his wife who is also his executrix
and names three others as trustees of his lands, tenements, rents and services in the parish of Sutton Valence.
The will requires his trustees to sell two pieces of land in the parish of Leeds to pay his debts and legacies.
Emmot was to hold his land, tenements and rents in the parish of Leeds in trust for his sons
until they should come to the full age of 20 years, they then being alive, their heirs and assigns.
His brother John Reynold.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Canterbury PRC 11/9 21 page 162 235, Probate 8th January 1492/3
John Reignold of Leeds, will dated 14 December 1492
He also makes 11 bequests to the Church of St Nicholas in Leeds where he is to be buried.
To his wife Johanne of all issues and profits of land, tenements rents and services until his son William cometh to the age of 22 years when he
inherits all, including a duty to pay his mother Johanne 200s per annum during her lifetime.
It is likely John�s mother Emmot was still alive since he also provides for her to receive 20s.
to daughter Margaret 200 of his best sheep to be received by his brothers Robert and Thomas Reynold to keep them on the farm at Castelton to the
benefit of his daughter until the time she be married.
Each brother to receive 6s8d for their labour and they to have "rule and guiding" of his said daughter.
to Thomas Reynold his brother two pieces of land in Leeds which John inherited with his three brothers after the death of their brother Bartylmew
Reynold, Thomas to pay Johanne £10 within two years of John's death.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/18-22-24, Probate June 1544
William Reynolds the Elder of Hollingbourne in Kent, will dated 16th August 1542
requests he be buried "between the porch and great Elm there now growing" in the Churchyard
of the Parish Church "with stone.to be laid". [This tomb still exists although the inscription is now very faint.]
As was customary he makes requests to the church "against tithes and obligations forgotten and negligently withholden" and £6.13s.4d. to an
honest priest for memorial services to be held.
to "Alan Frognall and my daughter his wife" £10 and 6s. 8d to each of their children.
each godchild and servant to receive 4d
to Rose his wife one half of their household stuff except the plate of silver and gilt to remain for Thomas his son. Younger son John to receive
the remaining half.
wife Rose to have his tenement and all lands lying at "Grenestreate" and the house called
"Eldams" consisting of 6 acres and a piece of wood called Ham of 2� acres together with a
house at Ayhorn Streate with two gardens purchased off the widow of William Wade, all the
above to go to youngest son John Reynold if he lives and reaches to be full age of 23 years
To son Thomas he left his ...property with all barns, stables, stalls and other lands,
meadows, field, woods and underwoods lying in the parish of Hollingbourne and Milton or elsewhere in Kent estimated at 170 acres.
Thomas to pay brother John £20 if he lives until he is 23 at the rate of £6.13s.4d annually for 3 years.
It should be noted that William Reynolds acquired the lease of Hollingbourne Manor from Dean
and Chapter in 1510 and Diocesan records relate to several other local additions and extensions to the leases both to William and his son Thomas.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/11-120, Probate 15th February 1570
John Reynolds of Hollingbourne, will dated 3rd February 1570
requested burial in the parish churchyard beside his wife and gave 6s. 8d. for the breaking
of the ground (presumably gravedigging) and 10s. to the poor of the parish.
To John Reynold his brother's son he gives his bedstead and furniture from the great hall and chair from his bedroom.
He bequeathed various items of clothing to friends and to his servant Robert Hassall his
lesser bay gelding with saddle and bridle thereto and a riding cloak and his books and chest now lying in his study.
All other moveable goods and household stuff were to be sold, with his brother Thomas to
have first choice. The resultant monies to go to his daughter Rose subject to brother
Thomas as guardian. If Thomas approved of her marriage she should receive her inheritance
but if she married without his consent she only received the interest therefrom.
If she died before being married the benefit to be shared between the children of Thomas and Robert Sethe his daughter's son.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/36 39, Probate 27th July 1587
Thomas Rainolde of Hollingbourne, will dated 26th October 1584
requests being buried in the parish churchyard "in the place where my first wife was laid".
to his daughter Thomasyne £20 to be paid on her marriage or one month thereafter
to William Rainolde, his son, £50 when he reaches 25 years of age
to John Rainolde, his son, eight silver spoons
to Robert Rainolde his son two feather beds, two bolsters, four pillows, two coverlets, two blankets and four pairs of sheets
Other household goods were allocated to his first two sons and to William Pilcher his last wife's son £10 on reaching 21 years.
Robert inherited his lease of the tile oast with the condition that John shall draw down the
water of the pond of his mill at all times needful of the lower pond during the lease.
Son John is to have care of Rose Rainold (his cousin) keeping her in "meat, drink, apparel
and all things necessary in sickness and in health of a portion of the goods that her father, my brother, left in my hands at his death"
the residue of all moveable goods not willed or bequeathed he gave to John whom he nominated
his executor, including his tenement and garden with croft at Ayhorne Playne.
There is an inventory following this will.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/37-256-7, Probate 1595
Robert Reynold, Yeoman, of Hollingbourne
to be buried in the churchyard near his father (there is a headstone indicating this location).
To Agnes his daughter he left £100 to be paid at the age of 20 years together with two pairs of fine and two pairs of coarse sheets.
To Joan his daughter also £100 plus his great new chest and two similar pairs of sheets - fine and coarse.
To Thomas Reynolds his son £200 at the age of 23 years together with the table in the hall,
the high backed settle, all the painted wainscot, painted cloths and glass windows that
belong to the chamber, there follows a long list of other fixtures and fittings fastened to
the walls of his house including lead pipe which carries the water from the pond to serve the house.
To Ann Reynold daughter of John Reynold my brother £5 to be paid at 18 years of age.
Son Thomas to inherit all his leases from Christchurch in Canterbury with all woods called Snockhurst.
To Mercy his wife all the rest of his moveable goods naming her as his executrix and to see
his children be virtuously brought up (she later married a George Watel in 1601).
His brother John is named as overseer and to receive 20s. for his pains.
Son William inherited the mansion house called Clayepet House with mill, stables, barns and other edifices on reaching 22 years of age.
Son Thomas to inherit the house he bought of John Wilmote called Coopers on reaching 22 years of age.
The remainder is a complex cross provision should any child die before inheriting with final residue to his brother John Reynolds.
An inventory of his goods and chattels follows this will.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/36-154, Probate 30th July 1589
Mercy Wood of Hollingbourne, widow
�10 each to Robert, John, William and Mercy Rainold her sister's children.
Probate being granted to Robert Rainold and Richard Sethe [or Seede] her brother
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury 32/45-127 and 28/10-27, Probate 5 Jun 1620
Thomas Reynolds of Hollingbourne, will dated 2nd May 1620
wife Ann inherited the benefit of leases held from Christchurch in Canterbury including Snockhurst Wood until his son William shall accomplish the age of 22.
Should Ann be pregnant with a man child then William to pay £300 at 18 years or if a female child £200 at 18 years.
To Elizabeth his daughter he left £300 to be paid on marriage or reaching 18 years which ever
is first, with benefit to son Robert should neither event occur.
To Thomas Wood the son of Beniamine Wood (deceased) he left £60.
Son Robert inherited a property with appurtenances in Eythorne Streete in Hollingbourne now in
the occupation of Widow Willmott, together with woods and lands purchased from Beniamin Wood and
William Henling yeoman of Hollingbourne, also of property and land now in occupation of Thomas Clerke , a butcher.
Again there is complex and detail provision "should either son depart this mortal life without heirs of his body lawfully begotten" should this
fail finally to the male heirs of Beniamyn Wood deceased and Stephen Tomlyn they to pay Elizabeth £1000
Should sons William and Robert survive to inherit, William to pay his mother £25 and Robert £5
per annum half yearly, she being able to distrain should they fail.
If she married or take any man to husband before her sons each reached 22 years she would lose these entitlements.
An inventory of his goods and chattels follow this will.
Ann is the sole executor of his will with "welbeloved" brother-in-law Mr. Edward Taylor and John Reynolds overseers and each paid 20s.
Ann may well have rapidly remarried since Ann Dale is named widow and executrix.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury 32/55-318 and 29/31-180, Probate 1687
William Reynolds of Hollingbourne, will dated 4th November 1685
It appears William died a bachelor leaving his estate to a nephew Reynolds Chaloner then a minor
in trust of his father Richard and mother Elizabeth Chaloner until he reached 21 years of age.
This will opens with the remark "In the first place it cannot be expected I should bestow
anything on the poor at my death, having given them so largely in my lifetime".
It continues with small bequests to a sister, nephews, nieces and servants then living with me
at my death 10s. a piece, both men and maids!
There is a long Latin appendage to this will indicating a lawsuit challenging its authenticity.
The judge accepted that it was authentic and declared probation.
There is an inventory associated with this will.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Consistory Court of Canterbury 32/7-61A, Probate 24th July 1503
Thomas Raynold of Otham
He required burial in the churchyard in Otham
He makes bequests to the churches in Otham, Leeds, Boughton Monchelsea and Langley.
Small bequests to godchildren, friends and for servants and "the old woman at the forecourt".
To brother Robert he leaves his best horse and brother? Richard Ware the next horse.
His long will then details bequests to his large family of seven sons and four daughters,
recording John as the eldest followed by William, Thomas, Edmund, Robert, Edward and Gye, the
last three appear to be under the age of 21 at his death.
Each daughter, Agnes, Elizabeth, Alice and Johanna, to receive £10 on their wedding days and
specifically Alice on reaching 21 if she is not then married.
Every child was to receive a silver spoon but Edward, Gye and Johanna each an additional silver spoon.
All household goods to be evenly distributed amongst all children.
Each son received part of his land holdings (John's totalled 23 acres) in Otham, Leeds, Chart
and Mudston and each adult son to contribute to the funding of the juveniles until they reached the age of 16 when they inherited.
The executors are brother Robert and sons John and William with observer Richard Ware.
Source: Ian Reynolds, PCC 11/16-275, Probate at Lambeth on 6th January 1510
Robert Raynold, son of Thomas Raynold of Otham, will dated
He requested burial in the Church of St. Nicholas, Coldabbey in London but bequeathed 3s. 4d.
to St. Nicholas Parish Church in Otham.
He left all his lands, rents, tenements left him by his father to his brother Thomas of London, a fishmonger and made him sole executor.
Source: Ian reynolds, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 17/18-178, Probate 9th April 1527
John Raynold of Langley and Leeds
He requested burial in Leeds Parish Church.
He left to wife Johanna all household contents
to son Robert various pieces of land inherited from his father plus 4 �marcs� with a requirement
to pay his mother 6s. 8d. yearly for the term of her life. If he sold his land inheritance brother Thomas was to have first refusal.
Son Thomas also to receive some land with similar conditions plus 3 silver spoons, part of the
land inherited included a quarry together with the tools therein.
Executors were wife Johanna and son Thomas with brother William Reynold as overseer.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 17/19-109, Probate 1530
Edward Reynold of Leeds, will dated 12th May 1530
requests burial in Leeds churchyard with bequests of small sums to the church and its charities.
He makes provision for his wife Deonyse for the term of her natural life and so that she may
pay for the marriages of daughters Elizabeth and Johanne and give them �6. 13s. 4d. each when they marry.
To Walter Taylor he gives pieces of land in Chart next Sutton
To William Wood two pieces of land with property in Chart.
His trustees are John Reynold son of William Reynold of Leeds, (his brother) John Reynold son
of William Reynold of Hollingbourne (cousin), and Thomas Reynold son of John Reynold (a brother).
The executors are Walter Taylour and John Southland.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 17/21-178, Probate 5th September 1538
William Reynold of Leeds, will dated 28th August 1538
To be buried in Leeds churchyard with bequests to the church
wife Johanne
To son John a woollen craft shop, a wafer cup and silver solte.
To William Woddear (married to daughter Elizabeth) a silver piece and every child of theirs 20d.
To daughters' sons Roger and William Guys sheep and lambs
The executors were his wife and Michael Stertowt (son-in-law).
Source: Ian Reynolds, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 17/22-255, Probate 4th October 1542
Joan Reynolds, widow of William of Leeds, will dated 23rd January 1542
Daughters Agnes (Lylye) Margaret (Stertowt) and Alice to whom she leaves items of clothing and
household goods and pieces of gold and silver and to their children 3s. 4d. each.
To her servant she left a new frock and best petticoat.
To Anthony (Aurther?) John's son a brass pot and 6d. of silver and to George Wydoer (Wooddear?)
son of daughter Elizabeth £3. 6s. 8d. at the age of 24.
Son John was executor and inherited the residue of her goods.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Prerogative Court of Canterbury 11/27, Probate 5th May 1539 to Katherine his relict
Thomas Reynold, citizen and fishmonger of London, will dated 26th March 1539
He is buried in St. Nicholas, Coldabbey, London (as is brother Robert).
He left 20s. to St. Nicholas Church, Otham
to the box of the Fishmonger's Hall 26s.8d
to the convent of St. Bartholomew 20s
to his four servants varying sums of money and clothes
to various Reynold family in Hollingbourne and to his sister Elizabeth of Brasted various small monies
To Christopher Rainold his son he left �200 but in the hand of Robert Harry together with an
"honest bed and all things belonging thereunto with the hangings of a priestly chamber"
The residue of his goods he left to Beatrice his wife (I suspect a copying error of this name and Katherine his relict)
To overseers Robert Rainold and Robert Henry he gave each a gold ring with image or signet in them (by way of estimation 34s.4d.) for their pains.
Source: Ian Reynolds, Prerogative Court of Canterbury 11/40 14, Probate 2nd April 1558
Robert Reynold , will dated 10th February 1557
Robert was also a Fishmonger who lived at the Dolphin in Distaff Lane (just east of St.
Paul's Cathedral) in the parish of St. Nicholas, Coldabbey where he was buried next Elizabeth his first wife.
He first made many bequests to charities including:-
to the most needy poor people of the parishes of Leeds and Hollingbourne 40s.
to the house of the friars observant at Greenwich 40s
to the church of St. Nicholas, Coldabbey the lease of his home in Distaff Lane with license for
his wife Ann to remain unless she remarry when Thomas and Robert Reynold, if surviving, to remain each paying the appraised rent
Then to John Reynold of Hollingbourne £3 and to Robert, Frances and Ann Rose (stepchildren?) £10 each
To Agnes Hall, his wife's sister and her brother William £5 each and to Mary Rose his daughter £5
To a list of friends and an apprentice usually 40s each, some with money for satin to make gowns or doublet
Robert next bequeaths his holdings in Leeds and Hollingbourne. His new house and garden of
Hollingbourne Court to his wife Ann during her natural life in consideration of her dower with
a remainder to his three sons Thomas, John and Robert to the longest liver of them and their heirs
All remaining lands and tenements and their appurtenances to be sold for the most advantage and
profit, to be divided equally to the laudable customs of the City of London in three parts. One
part to his three sons and two parts to his wife Ann whom he nominates his executrix.
He nominates Edmund Warner Thomas Beston and Thomas Rose overseers giving each £4 and a black gown for their pains
His wife subsequently swore a full and faithful inventory and she rendered a clear and full account.
Source: Ian Reynolds, PRC 21/3-120, Probate 6th April, 1573
John Reynolds of Leeds, clothier, will dated 1st April 1572
(son of William)
It is a very long will (10 pages in transcription).
He had a wife, Alice, and three children, Elizabeth (m Fermer), Agnes (m Hodge) and Arthur.
He bequeaths his money, household goods by specification and location in detail including crops and farm animals.
He nominates Thomas Fludd, Gentleman of Bearsted, to resolve any disputes and his son Arthur as sole executor.
It appears he held lands in the parishes of Leeds, Langley, East Sutton, Maidstone, Pluckley, Sevington, Egerton, Smarden and Biddenden.
Son Arthur inherited all after specified bequests.
Source: Ian Reynolds, PRC 32/34, Probate 22nd March 1578
Aurther Raynoldes of Leeds, clothier
This will is long [9 pages] closely written in old English which makes interesting reading.
After a lengthy preamble in which he leaves money for the poor inhabitants of the parish of
Leeds and 40s for repairs to the church, he names his wife Julian as his sole Executrix [although probate is granted to a Edward Harris].
Julian was his principle benificary until her death or earlier marriage in which case she would receive £61.13s.od annually from her sons in
varying sums.
To John Long his servant he left an annuity of 20s per year payable quarterly
Aurther owned a large and diverse portfolio of properties, listing 21 individual locations in
the parishes of Leeds, Otham, Hollingbourn Pluckley, Langley Biddenden, Smarden, Hedcorn and Ulcombe, East Sutton, Maidston and Bearsted.
These bequeathed to his six sons Thomas, Aurther, Richard, Edward,James and William individually
[Thomas died before 1582] each to inherit at the age of 26 years.
Each daughter Isabel, Sara, and Rebecca received money bequests at the age of 21 or on
marriage if earlier. [Isabel was already married to a Thomas Cushman and Sara died before 1582]
He also gave annuities to his two sisters Agnes Farmer and Elizabeth Hodge of £6 per annum
from lands and properties in the parishes of Charing Egerton and Smarden with provision for distrain if not paid or losss if challenged.
He specifically forbade his wife Julian to fell or take for any purpose other than repairing
premises, fencing or fuel �all great trees now standing, being grown or remaining except by High Wood in the parish of Leeds�.
There is also an account of his estate by his widow Julianne of 16th October 1582 which totals
over £1,000 including several large debts,and interestingly for the burial of Arther 26s. and
his children Thomas 23s. and Sara 37s. His surviving children were listed as Aurther,
Richard, Edward, Jonas and Rebecca. Julianne's account for expenses nearly equalled the total value of his inventory.
The inventory [ref:21/3-270] dated November 1578 listed the following rooms:-
The new parler - the hall - the old chamber - the little chamber - the "mayden" chamber - the
Armoury (which included corselets, bows, sheefs of arrows, 3 swords and 2 calivers with their
furniture - stores for fruit, butter, cheese, wheat, etc. - the barn with ploughs, harness,
etc. - the new chamber - the folkes chamber - the green chamber and another chamber and lastly the brasse (kitchen?).
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/2/356, Probate 1474
Thomas Colner of St Peter's, Thanet, will in Latin dated 4 May 1474
To son Edmond 2 sheep.
To daughter Joan Coblyn 2 sheep.
To daughter Cecilie Reade 2 sheep, a quarter of wheat and a quarter of barley.
To Thomas Colner a quarter of wheat and quarter of barley.
To John Colner half a quarter of barley.
2d each to Richard Edward junior, Thomas Belfeld, and Thomas Kemp junior.
To my wife Joan half of all my goods & chattals.
The other half to Richard & Simon my sons.
Joan my wife, Richard and Simon my sons executors.
Lands and tenements to wife Joan for her dower.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/3/241, Probate 17 Dec 1479
Thomas Colnar of St Peter's, Thanet, will in Latin dated 8 Sep 1479
Testament: body to be buried in the churchyard of St Peter
to the high altar 12d / for the work of the church 3s 4d
to the light of the Holy Cross a bushel of wheat and a bushel of barley
my brothers William Mayster and George Colnar my executors
to Nicholas Mayster a cow
Will: lands and tenements in which Roger?? Graunt and Simon Colnar are my feoffees
George Colnar and Stephen Colnar to be enfeoffed in 3 acres of land next to mine and one acre of land in the field called Middlshote
my feoffees to enfeoff my sister Helen Colnar in 2 acres of land lying at Litildane and in 3 units of land lying at Litildowne
my feoffees to sell half an acre of land lying at Longlynch and to hand over the money received to the work of the said church
my mother to have half an acre of land in a unit lying at Londonstrawe and another unit lying at Sandwich Way
to each of my feoffees 20d
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/4/48, Probate 1485
Richard Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will in Latin dated 11 Jul 1485
Testament: my body to be buried in the aforesaid parish church before the high cross
to the high altar of the same church 6s 8d
to each of the lights of which I am a brother 4d
to each of my godchildren 4d
to Johanne Culmer 20s and a pair of sheets.
Also I leave for providing an ideal chaplain for celebrating for my soul and all those to whom
I am bound in the said church for one year next after my decease 10 marks
to Nicholas Culmer and Thomas Culmer all my utensils in the chamber hall and kitchen, all my grain and chattels, a cart with the ? and a plough
with all their appurtenances between them to be divided in equal portions
The residue of all my goods to Richard Culmer my son and John Coopyn. Richard and John my executors
Nicholas Easton senior my overseer.
Will: This is the Last Will of me the aforesaid Richard Culmer made the day of the aforesaid
third reign year of Richard III after the conquest of England of all my lands and tenements
with all their appurtenances in whom Thomas Graunte senior and Nicholas Easton senior are seised.
First I wish that my feoffees enfeoff Richard Culmer my son in my tenement lying at Dumpton
with all my adjacent lands next to Dumpton aforesaid, Herston, Ramsgate and Haine with all their appurtenances to his heirs and assigns forever.
Also I will that my feoffees enfeoff Nicholas Culmer son of the said Richard in the other
tenement at Churchhill called Churchplace with two adjacent enclosures at Smyth to his heirs and assigns forever.
Also I will that my feoffees enfeoff Thomas Culmer son of the said Richard Culmer in my
present tenement at Churchhill with two attached enclosures and in six acres of land lying
near Lime Pit with their appurtenances at the age of 22 years to his heirs and assigns forever.
The true residue of all the lands that are in fields near Churchhill and Solishill may be
divided between the aforesaid Nicholas and Thomas in equal portions, their heirs and assigns forever.
Also I will that my feoffees enfeoff Richard my son, Nicholas and Thomas sons of the said
Richard in half an acre and 3 rods of wood and underwood situated at Wedwood to their heirs and assigns forever in equal portions.
And if it happen that the said Thomas Culmer son of the said Richard may die under the age of 22 years without heirs of his body lawfully begotten
I will that the said Nicholas Culmer his brother may be the heir of the aforesaid tenement with all its appurtenances forever.
Also I will that my feoffees enfeoff Thomas Culmer my cousin/relative of and in an acre of
land adjacent to Nynne in the parish of St Lawrence to his heirs and assigns forever.
Also I leave to each of my feoffees for their labours 6s 8d.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/4/90, Probate ?
Joan Colner of St Peter's, Thanet, widow of Thomas, will in Latin dated 31 Jan 1485/6
my body to be buried in the churchyard of the aforesaid church
to the high altar of the same place 6d
to each of my godchildren 2d
to each of the lights of which I am a sister 4d
to John Colner son of Edmond Colner two ewes
to Helen Colner a pair of amber rosaries
for the work of the said church my best silver belt and five shillings that Edmond Colner owes me for making a pair of candlesticks for the said church
for the work of the church of St John in the aforesaid island 6s 8d
to Simon Culmer my son another silver belt
residue to Simon Colner my son
Simon and Edmond Colner my executors
Edmond for his labour 12d.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/5/165, Probate 26 May 1490
Edmond Colner of St Peter's, Thanet, will in Latin dated 1 Feb 1489/90
Testament: my body to be buried in the churchyard of St Peter
to the high altar 4d
to each light of which I am a brother 2d
for the work of the church 20d and a ewe
to my daughter Alice Smalwode 2 ewes, half a quarter of wheat and half a quarter of malt
to Joan my wife a cow and half part of all my grain and all the stock in my chamber, hall and kitchen
residue to my wife Joan and Stephen Colner / Joan and Stephen Colner my executors
Will: my lands and tenements in which John Emptiach and Stephen Culmer are the feofees
my feoffees to sell the meadow and 3 acres of land in the field called Pedewhey to pay my debts and legacies
my wife Joan to be enfeoffed in all my other lands and tenements
after the decease of my wife Joan my son John Colner to be enfeoffed
to each of my feoffees for their work 4d
Witnesses: Robert Lasynby vicar, John Mathew, George Colner, John Turrett + William Yoklett
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/5/382, Probate 14 Oct 1493
George Colner of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 30 Jun 1493
Testament (in Latin): my body to be buried in the churchyard of St Peter
to the high altar for my forgotten tithes 20d
to each light of which I am a brother a bushel of barley
to each of my godchildren a bushel of barley
to my wife Cecily all of my utensils in the room, hall and kitchen and one-third part of all my grain and chattals/cattle
a second one-third part of all my grain and chattals/cattle to my sons, other third part to executors
wife Cecily and brother Stephen my executors
to Stephen for his work 2d
Will (in English): of and upon all my landes & tenementes � in which landes and tentementes Robt Graunt & Richard Norwod be infeoffed
First I will that yf my shepe crafte be nott of valor to pay my dettes & bequethes then I
will that my saide feffies shall sell as moche of my saide landes as will quyte my dettes and bequethes
Furthermore I will that my saide feoffees shall infeoffe Alis my daughter of & in v rodis of
lande lying and beyng att London tree when she shall come to the age of xv yere �
Furthermore I will yf the saide Cicely my wyfe be wt childe wt a man childe then I will that
the saide Cicile shall have hold and kepe all my landes and tenementes till the saide man
childe come to lawfull age kepying sufficient reparacon and paye the lorde of the fee
And iff hit so fortune that the said Cicily my wyfe be wt childe wt a woman childe then I
will that my saide feoffees shall sell all my foresaide landes and tenementes wt thappurtenance
to them that will geve most therfor the money therof receyved I will hit be disposed in this forme foloyng
I bequeth to the saide Stephyn my brother xx s and to Jone my moder xiii s iiii d
And the residue of the saide money I will hit shalbe devydid in iii partes that is to say to
the saide Cicilie my wyfe one parte of the saide iii partes[,] the iid parte of the saide iii partes to my ii daughters by eqall porcions
Witnesses: Robert Lasynby, vicar of the saide churche, Nicholas Easton the elder, Robert Graunt, Richard Norwod, William Yoklett
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/6/71, Probate 17 Sep 1493
William Culner of St Lawrence, Thanet, will in Latin dated 4 Jun 1493
Testament: my body to be buried in the churchyard of St Peter
to the high altar for my forgotten tithes 12d
for the work of the church 6s 8d
to the lights of Holy Cross, Blessed Mary, St James a bushel of barley or 4d
to each of my godchildren a bushel of barley or 4d
to my mother Agnes 26s 8d
to my sister Joan 13s 4d
to Thomas at Broke 6s 8d
to Agnes at Broke 3s 4d
to my wife Margaret 13s 4d, a cow, three ewes, and all the house utensils in the hall, room and kitchen
my executors John Panyell and William at Stone and Robert Barnard overseer
Will: lands + tenements Roger Paulyn and John at Stone are infeoffed
all lands + tenements to be sold to pay his debts and legacies
Witnesses: Master Nicholas Fookes, John Forner, William Wellis
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/6/81, Probate 8 Apr 1494
Richard Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 26 Jan 1494/5?
Testament (in Latin): my body to be buried in the church of St Peter before the high cross
to the high altar for my forgotten tithes 6s 8d.
to each of the lights of which I am a brother in said church eight pennies.
to each of my godchildren 12d.
for providing an ideal chaplain to celebrate [mass] for the space of one year five 4s.
to which the vicar 6s 8d and the said clerk 3s 4d.
to the use of the said church £7 6s 8d that are in the hands of Richard Wylkes.
to the use of the church of the brothers in Sandwich town 20s.
to Joan Heyward 20s.
to Margaret Culmer daughter of Thomas Culmer for her marriage portion 10s.
to Nicholas and Thomas Culmer my sons all that grain and cattle that are in the hands of Richard Gooson ... after the decease of my wife Joan.
residue to the said Joan my wife
Joan and the said Nicholas and Thomas my sons my executors
John Coopyn my overseer to which John 3s 4d for his work.
to Robert Spraclyng a gown.
to Thomas Kempp my worst gown.
Will (in English): Lands in which Simon COLNER etc (incl Richard DOMPTON) enfoeffed, to sell 2 1/2 acres.His charity.
Wm CURLING a tenant. Nicholas CULMER to have t�ts + lands.
After Jone�s death assignees to sell property at Julyans in St Lawrence, profits divided equally between the 2 churches.
Residue to son Thomas.
Witnesses: Sir Harry Ase parish prist, Will at Stone, Richard Gooson, Andr att Cherch, Joh� Coopyn, Will Yoklett & others
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/8/107-8, Probate 26 Oct 1501
John Colner the younger of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 31 Aug 1501
Testament (in Latin): to be buried in the cemetery of the church of Saint Peter
to the high altar of the said church for my tithes forgotten 3s 4d
to each of the lights of which I am a brother in the said church one bushel of barley
Residue to Denise my wife
Denise and Richard Northwood my executors
To Richard for his work 3s 4d
Will (in English): Lands + t�ts w appurtenances now enfoeffed by Thomas SPRAKLING + Lawrence FERDEBROK
2 acres to be sold lying in the parish at Bodellys to pay debts;
to Denys my wife all other lands until Symon my son reaches 21 + if it shall so fortune that
she be w child w a man child, to be divided equally at 21, or if they die before 21 and
without issue then lands + t�ts to Symon COLNER my brother when he shall come to lawfull age
failing that, to brothers Thomas + John COLNER.
Wit Sir Hugh Hogh, vicar. Thomas Sprakling, Richard Sakett, Thomas CULNER, William Yeklett
Source: No�l Siver,Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/9/177, Probate 27 Mar 1504
John Colner the elder of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 20 Feb 1503/4
Testament (in Latin): my body to be buried in the cemetery of the aforesaid church of St Peter
to the high altar of the said church for my forgotten tithes 4d
to each of the lights in the said church of which I am a brother 2d
for the work of the said church 4d
I appoint Christopher Hunt and William Long my executors.
To Christopher and William for their work 12d.
Will (in English): In which landes and tenementes Robert Graunte and George Emptiache be enfeffed
First I will my said feoffes within half a yere after my decesse shall sell all my said landes and tenementes to hym that will give most money therfor.
The money therof received I will my said executors shall receive as monthe money therof shall
performe and paye my dettes and bequestes. And as for my soule at my forth beryng xxx day and xii monthes day honestly
and all the residue of the money after my dettes and bequestes paied and my said daies performed I will it be delivered forth with all my instuff,
corne and catall to Isabell my wif to her owne use to fynde and kepe her children and myne
Also I bequeth to eiche of my feoffes for their labores 2d.
Witnesses Stephen Colner, George Emptiache and William Yoklett.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/9/24, Probate 28 May 1504
Jone Culmer, widow of Richard, of St Peter's, Thanet, will in Latin dated 8 Apr 1504
I leave to Nicholas my son 4 pound sterling, a chest called le Halinery, a set of bed-clothes
called the featherbed, 1 ??? and a pair of sheets, a brass pot that contains 4 gallons,
a small bowl of one gallon, a candlestick & three pewter platters
to the three daughters of the said Nicholas to each of them by themselves 3s 4d
to Geoffrey Emptiach 6s 8d
to Robert Copyn 6s 8d
to Margaret Culmer 1 pair of sheets & a chest
to Joan Culmer 10s, 1 pair of sheets, one cover and other chests
to Simon Culmer 10s
to Alice Culmer 6s 8d
to Mariane Culmer 6s 8d
to Alice Culmer wife of the said Nicholas Culmer my son 6s 8d
to Joan Austyn my coat called ??? of violet colour
to Cristine Spraclying my gown of rose
to Margaret Gooson my coat of ... colour
to Beatrice Spraclyng 12d
Residue to Thomas Culmer my son
Thomas Culmer and the said Nicholas my sons my executors.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/10/186-8, Probate 9 Jan 1506/7
Nicholas Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 11 Nov 1506
Testament (in Latin): my body to be buried in the churchyard of St Peter
to the high altar for my tithes forgotten 40d
for the works of the aforesaid church 40s
to an ideal elder for celebrating for my soul and for the souls of all the faithful in the said church for the space of a quarter year 33s 4d
to the light of the body of Christ of the same place 12d
to each of the other lights of which I am a brother in the said church 6d
to each of my godchildren 6d
to Alice my daughter a brass pot of the measure of two gallons
to Agnes my daughter another brass pot of the meaure of a gallon and a half
to Helen my daughter another brass pot of the measure of a half gallon
to each of these my daughters aforesaid a sheet
to Joan my wife all my other utensils in the hall, chamber and kitchen, one-third part of all grains, my chattels and 19 pounds sterling
another third part between my aforesaid daughters to be divided in equal portions
another third part to my brother Thomas Culmer and to Joan my wife
Thomas and Joan my executors
To the same Thomas for his labour 6s 8d
to Peter Emptiach 6s 8d, one quarter bushel of wheat & one quarter bushel of barley
Witnesses: Hugh Hogh vicar, Richard Norwood, Thomas Culmer, Robert Graunte.
Will (in English): all my landes & tenementes in which landes & tenementes Richard Norwod, John Germayn, Alex Goff be infeoffedbr>
First my said feoffees shall sell my tenement with the garden at Churchille of Sainte Peters above writen next unto the tenement of Thomas Culmer my brother
my said feoffeis imediatly after my discease shall sell xx acres of land lying and beyng
ferthiste fro Saint Peters in the south parte to pay my dettes and my bequeathis
my said feoffeis shall suffer Johan my wiff to have hold & occupy all my other landes and tenementes as longe as she is wydowe
if my wiff be with childe with a man child that then my said feoffeis shall infeoff the said
man child of & in my principall tenement & xl acr of land lying next unto the said tenement whan he shall arrive to the age of xxi yere
if it so fortune that the said man child discease before the said age & without yssue of his
body lawfully begottyn then I will that Elen my daughter shal have the said tenement & xl
acres of land in manner afor rehersed whan she shall arrive to the age of xv yere
& if it happen the said Elen to discease within the said age of xv yere & without yssue then
I will that Alice my daughter shalhave the said tenement & xl acr of land as is afore writen
and if the said Alice my daughter discease within the said age & without yssue then I will
that Agnes my daughter have the said tenement & xl acr of land as is afore writen
and if the said Agnes my daughter discease within the said age & my wiff have then a woman
child lyvyng of my body begotten then I will that the same woman child have the said tenement & xl acr of land as is afor writen
and if all my said childryn discease afor the said age without yssue of ther bodyes lawfully
begotten then I will that Symon Culmer my godson have the said tenement & xl acr of land & to
hy [sic] & to his heires & his assignes when he shall arrive to the age of xxi yere in Fe[e] symple
Also I will that whiche of all thes afore rehersed shall fortune to be heire to my forsaid
principall tenement & xl acr of land shalhave proffed of wodd lying in the parishe of Sainte Laurence at Colliswodd and also my parte of the
wodd which I have meane with my brother in the parishe of Saint Peters to hym and to his heires & his assignes
And also I will that my said feoffeis shall suffer Johan my wiff to have hold & occupye my
forsaid tenement & xl acr of land & woddes unto the childe the whiche shall fortune to be
heir arrive to the age afore reherssed whiche that she mary or nay so that she kepe sufficient reparation & pay the lorde of the Fee
And also I will that my said feoffeis shall infeoff my said childryn which fortuneth not to be
heir to my forsaid principall tenement & xl acr of land in all myn other landes & tenementes
when they shall arrive to the age of afor writen by eqall portiones & one of them to be others
heir if any discease within the said age & the profitt that cometh of the same landes after
that my wiff marieth agayn I will it shall be kept to the use of the use of the said childryn
unto the tyme that they come to ther age so then to be delyvered to them by eqall portion & one of them to be an other as heir to the same portion
and if hit so fortune that all my said childryn whiche shuld be heir to the residue of my
said landes & tenementes discease within the said age & withoute yssue of ther bodies
lawfully begottyn then I will that the said residue remayne to the right heir of my principall tente in fee symple for evermore[.]
Also I will that if all thes aforesaid as well the heire that shuld have my principall
tenement & xl acr of lande with the woddes as they that shuld have the residue discease
within the said age & without yssue of ther body lawfully begotte then I will that my said
feoffeis shall sell all my said landes & tenementes to them that will giff moste therfore the
money therof comyng I will it be disposed in this manner followyng x marke to a preste syngyng
in the said churche by the space of an hole yere and xxx � to the churche to what thyng the
paryshe hath moste nede of to have at that tyme and the residue in other cheritable dedes wher
moste nede is and I will that yche of my feoffeis shalhave a xl d for his labour
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/12/371-2, Probate 28 Nov 1514
Stephen Colner of St peter's, Thanet, will dated 4 Oct 1514
Testament (in Latin): my body to be buried in the cemetery of St Peter
to the high altar of the said church 20s
to the work of the church 20s
to each of of the lights of which I am a brother one measure of barley
to each of my godsons and goddaughters one measure of barley.
Also I leave to Joan my wife all the appurtenances in my hall, chamber and kitchen, one horse, one cow, and all my pigs
all my grain may be divided in three partes, that is to say, one part to Joan my wife, another part to my executors, a third part between
my sons and daughters
executors sell another horse and another cow and all my sheep and a bullock
residue to Joan my wife and Thomas Culmer my executors
Will (in English): landes & tenementes Thomas Colner & Thomas Colmere by me ben feoffed
Johane my wif to have hold and occupie all my landes & tenementes as long as she is sole wedue
to Roger my sonne viii pounds
2 daughters
witnesses: Robert Graunt, Nicholas Spraklyng, George Sommer, John Mathew and Symon Sommer
Source: No�l Siver, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/16/65, Probate 1533?
Thomas Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 25 Nov 1533
Testament (in Latin): to each of my godchildren 6d if they do not ask for payment?
to my daughter Joan Cheke 5s and to my daughter Alice Hyks 5s and to my daughter Johanna Cok 10s
to Margaret Culmer 20s
to Valentine Culmer 10s and to each of the children of Alexander Culmer 10s
to Henry Copyn 10s
to Thomas Honywod 3s 4d
Residue to my son Alexander for paying my debts and legacies. Alexander my sole executor
to Thomas Norwood my feoffee for his work 3s 4d.
Will (in English): In the which landes & tenementes Alexander Culmer my sone & Thomas Norwod of the said prsshe by me be infeffed
ffyrst I wyll that imedyatly after my decesse that my said ffeoffors shall infeffe Alexander
Culmer my sone in all my landes & tenementes lying and beyng in the said parisshe of Saynte
Peters or elswhere within the said Ile or Countie in a ffe symple seale to have and to holde
to hym & to hys heyers and assigneis for evermore to this wytnesseth as is above wryten
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Vol. folio , Probate 14 Aug 1766
Valentine Sayer of Sandwich, gentleman
to second son Valentine - Messuages, shops and storehouse, with a wharf and a quay in Strand Street, Sandwich
residue to wife Mary.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Jan 1778
Mary Sayer otherwise Seyer of Sandwich, widow
3 sons George, Valentine and Henry, executors
unmarried granddaughters Elizabeth, Sarah and Jane
(long will detailing properties and furnishings)
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/24/28, Probate 31 Jul 1546
John Culner of St Peters, Thanet, will dated 22 Oct 1545
Testament: my body to be buryed in the church yeard of saincte peters
to the hige aulter vi s
to the churche too shepe
to Thomas my sonne one dole of Nettes and a weare rope and a sumes way of hookes and the
greate cheste and the ploughte and the carte wth thapparell and the harrowes and ii quarters
of wheat and iii quarters of barley after decease of his mother. And the bed chamber
immediatly after decease of me to goo and and come at his lybertye
to Margaret and Winifred and Rabbedye ech of them a cowe
to John Colbrand the sonne of John Colbrand ii lambes
to Thomas Colbey one quarter of barley
to Johane my wif all the resydue of moveables
myne executors James Hawlett and John Colbrand and Thomas Colbye myne oversear
Will: Johane my wif shall have my howse and landes � then to Thos
�yf Thomas my sonne dye wtin age or wtowte issue of his body lawfully begotten then I will
that Thomas Colbye his heires or assignes shall sell my howse and landes�
resydue shalbe devided equall amonge the sisters that be alyve or too theire heires
Yf they happen to dye all then I will that my brother Markes children shall have this money
Wit Alexander Colnar, Robart Emptiage, John Thatcher[?] + Roberte Hunte
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/26/30, Probate 15 Jul 1547
Joan Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 20 Apr 1547
my body to be buryed in the churcheyeard of saincte Peters
to the highe aulter of the same churche for my tythes and oblaciones necligently forgotten viii d
to Margaret my daughter my grete, ii yeared panne, one brasse pott and too payer of shetes a
fine payre and a coorse and a tramser, to Lambes and half a quarter of wheate
to Johane my daughter a fyne shete and a coorse, a pewter dishe, a sawcer, a pewter platter and a ketle and a panne
to Wynnyfryde my daughter the lesser potte and a payre of shetes coorse and a fyne shete and a Tramser and halfe a quarter of wheate, ii lambes
to Rabedye my daughter to Lambes and a potte pryce iiii s and a wenyng calf and half a quarter
of wheate, a payre of shetes a corse or a fyne or els iii s iiii d in money
to Thomas my son my grete brnyng panne and the grettest potte and quarter of malte
to Dyonise my daughter one quarter of malte.
Item at my forthefare iii masses and dirige. And at my monesmynd wt iii masses and at my xii monesmynd iii masses dirige.
Also I will that all my Instuf[?] shalbe equally divided to Dyonyce, Rabedye, Wynnyfryde,
Margaret and Thomas my sonne when all the bequethes ys full payd and content.
Then all the Residue of my corne and cattall and money I will that yt shalbe divided equally betwene all my children that that ys paid
Also I make myne executors John Colbrand and Tho Colbrand my sonne.
And my oversear Sylvester Terret
Wytnes John Thatcher[?] and Roberte Hunte
Source: No�l Siver, PRC16/11/vol.3 and PRC32/24/23, Probate 29 Dec 1551?
Alexander Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 4 Feb 1551
Testament: To be buried in church of St Peters beside his father and mother.
To �my eldeste sonne Thomas Culmer my beste gowne, my beste iakett, my beste dubblett & my beste payre of hose.
Item I gyve & beqweythe my sone George Culmer my gowne that was my fatheres, my seconde chamlett iakett and my blew chamlett dublett.
Also I gyve & beqweythe to my yowngeste sone John Culmer my blak furde gowne & a iakett & a dublett of unwatered chamlett.
Also I gyve & beqweythe to Thomas my sone my maser cuppe parcell gylte.
Also I gyve & beqweythe to Margarete my wyfe to my sonne George to my sonne John & to my dowghter Adryane any of them two sylver spones.
Also I gyve & beqweythe to Margarete my wyfe halfe of my howsehowlde stuffe and the other
halfe I gyve & beqweythe to my iii sones eqwally to be devyded betwyxte them.�
Residue to be sold to pay debts.
Wife Margaret executrix, sons Thomas, George and John executors.
Maister Blayksenden of Mownton theyr coadministrator & overseer.
Will: Margarett my wyfe shall have the tenemente & howse I dwellin with all the landes for
the terme and space durynge her naturall lyfe and immediatly after the decease of the sayde
Margarett my wyfe I wyll that Thomas Culmer my eldeste sonne shall have ytt in fee symple
Also I wyll that the sayde Margarett my wyfe shall have immediately after my decease my
tenement the landes apteynynge to the same lyenge & beynge att Brodestaier for the terme &
space of her naturall lyfe & immediately after her decease I wyll that my sone George Culmer shall have yt in fee symple.
Also I wyll that my eldeste sonne Thomas Culmer shall have in fee symple my tenement & landes att george hyll [Churchhill]
Also I wyll that my sonne George Culmer shall have in fee symple my tenemente att Dmputon [sic]
with thapptinances & all the landes att Mychelnas next after my decease in fee symple.
Also I wyll yt the sayde George my sonne shall have att Mychelmas next followyng after my decease iiii acere of landes cawled free landes.
Also I wyll that John Culmer my sonne shall have in fee symple my tenemente att Stone with all & syngular landes.
Also I wyll it the sayde John my sonne shall have att Mychelmas nexte after my decease certeyn
landes I bowght of Alexander Norwoode and Wyllm Jenken in fee symple so that the sayd John my
sonne shall owane, remytt and forgyve me all suche farme as I have receyved & taken upp for
hys howse & landes yt Rycharde Eston occupyen & yf the sayde John wyllnott be so contented
then I wyll sayde lande to be sowlde to pay the sayde farme of the sayde howse & lande th[a]t ys behinde unpayde.
Also I wyll that the sayde John my sonne shall have att Mychelmas next after my decease an
acer and a rodde of lande that I bowghte of John Heyman lyeng att Stone.
Also I will that Thomas my sonne shall have in fe symple iii aceres of landes
Also I wyll that my dowghter Adryane Culmer shall have x � sterlynge owte of my landes of
Stone to be payde unto her att Chyrystenmas com twelvemonthe nexte after my decease fyve
powndes sterlynge, and the other fyve powndes att Chyrystenmas then next followynge that.
Thes beynge wyttnesses of this my laste wyll & testament Sir John Lawson junior vycare, Thomas Norwoode, the elder. Thomas Gray, Thomas Collett
and Roberte Hunte
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/51/214, Probate 12 Dec 1597
George Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, will dated 6 Jan 1597/8
Testament: to be buried in the church, 40s to church repairs, same to the poor, same to the Collectors for the poore at Christmas.
Wife Alice, daughters Agnes, Mary, and ?Andrea 20s each
to RICHARD the son of Richard my son 10s
to Elizabeth + Ann daus of George Bennett of St Lawrence
to Bennett Sprackling my ?servant 5s
residue to sons Richard, John, Leonard, Valentine, George + Thomas
Will: Executors to build a convenient house next my herring house for my wife Alice
the lands etc which Richard had of my brother-in-law Robert ?Gaunty (late of St Martins neere the city of Canterbury gent) unto my sons.
sons to be joint Executors
kinsmen Robert Norwoode of Bromster in St Peters + Richard Norwoode of St Lawrence to be Overseers.
Witnesses John Culmer, Richard + Robert Norwoode, Robert Webbe.
Source: No�l Siver, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/39/64, Probate 1602
Thomas Coulner of Birchington, yeoman, will dated 1602
Thomas, Henry, Margaret, Martha, Agnes, Catherine the children of Henry my son £5 each �maydens� at 18, sons at 21;
son Ch(ese)r £5.
Henry to be sole Executor.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/62/2?, Probate 1618
Stephen Culmer of St Lawrence, Thanet
to John Fowler of St Lawrence my kinsman, butcher, as sole heir
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/62/264, Probate 1619
Henry Culmer of St John's, Thanet, victualler
wife Margery lately buried at St Johns;
to the parish 16s; to the poore of St Peters 12s;
Henry CULMER my nephew the son of George £20;
also wyne Licence during life he paying the King�s majestie 40s yearly [he under 21];
brother George�s sons + daughters 20s apiece at 21;
sister Margarette [m. Robert SPRINGE] her son Moses 20s;
to Robert WILDE my sister�s son 20s;
Edward WILDE 40s;
to Mildred Richardson her daughter;
others brother Guylford CULMER my black horseman�s coate and best apparel;
tenement in West St Margate, lands etc to be sold for debts + legacies.
George + Guilford Culmer Executors
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/63/901, Probate 1622
George Collmer of Margate St John's, will dated
1st s Edward, 2nd s John, 3rd s Jeremy, 4th s George, 5th s ?James, 6th son Henry, youngest son Stephen,
1st d Elizabeth, 2nd d Martha, 3rd d Margaret;
grandson George [under 21];
lands at Margate to wife Helen (Executrix);
to the poor of St Peters 5s; also of St Johns 4s;
4 Seafaring men of St Johns 12s each for carrying my body to my grave;
cousin JOHN of St Peters and brother GILFORD to advise my Executrix (Helen).
Witnesses James King, Robert ?Pendury
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/64/308, Probate 20 Dec 1626
John Culmer of St Peter's Thanet, yeoman, will dated 29 Nov 1626
wife Margaret, sons John, Alexander, George, Joseph, daughters Anne, Mildred, Martha, Mary
Source: No�l Siver, Prerogative Court of Canterbury PROB11/108/299, Probate 1660
Valentine Culmer of Thanet
wife Martha, s Daniel, d Anna [under 23],
brother George (lands abut).
Witness Guilford Culmer
Source: No�l Siver, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/53/377, Probate 1662
Richard Culmer of Monkton, clerk, will dated 18 March 1661
To son James lands in Ireland, two lots �I adventured for�, his heirs if any: 400 acres in
the Barony of Lorne and similar in the Barony of ?Sloinne but if he shall be deprived of them
James to be Executor instead and enjoy my personal estate.
£30 to my beloved wife Margaret out of £100 per an annuity which I settled on son Richard out of my natural love of him [but a lot
about her not taking advantage].
Beloved son-in-law [blank] Ro.c. who is married to daughter Elizabeth to be executor,
to Elizabeth £20 towards her wedding apparell for which she received nothing at the time.
Daughters Ann, Catherine and Elizabeth
Funeral expenses out of Richard�s annuity � I pray he will remember former kindness and raise
the money freely and presently � if not, I call on my loving friend John Johnson of St Lawrence to see to it.
Witnesses Henry Paramor, Nich. Thorowgood, Martha Curling.
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/74/13, Probate 1676
George Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, fisherman, will dated
To dau Susan wife of George GOODEN £5,
dau Anne wife of John Read, house where she dwells,
grandson George Gooden 40s at 16;
ditto grandson John Read;
to Mary my now wife £60. [rest of will illegible]
Source: No�l Siver, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/77/303, Probate 1689
Mary Culmer of St Peter's, Thanet, widow, will dated
brother George CURLING £10;
brother Jesse CULMER half my dwelling house with etc.;
sisters Susanna GOODEN and Anne READE the other half;
brother Stephen CURLING and three other sisters rest of lands shared � they three to be joint Executors.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #169, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/95 Probate 26 May 1797
Richard Johnson of Biddenden, yeoman, <£300
Executors John Willmanton of Leaveland and Stephen Smith of Biddenden
John Farriss - working utensils
Residue to four daughters.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #170, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/96 Probate 27 Mar 1797
Martha Jacob of Folkstone, widow, <£300
Executrix daughter Catherine
Son Phineas
Daughters Hanna, Catherine and Ann.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #171, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/97 Probate 20 Oct 1797
Martha Knight of Brookland, widow, <£600
Executors James Terry of Brinzett (kinsman), grazier and John Hukins of Brookland, smith
Nephews John and William Illden
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #172, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/98 Probate 12 Jan 1797
Elizabeth Kennard of St. Lawrence, Thanet, widow, <£100
Executrix her mother Dorothy, residue
Sisters Pleasant, Sarah, Dorothy
Brother Henry.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #173, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/98 Probate 23 May 1797
William Lacey of Broomfield, labourer, <£100
Executrix wife Sarah
William Lacey son of nephew John Lacey.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #174, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/99 Probate 25 Feb 1797
Stephen Lawrence of Elham, yeoman, £100
Executor John Keeler of Elham, yeoman (universal legatee).
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #175, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/99 Probate 1 Mar 1797
Susanna Mummery of Folkstone, widow, <£100
Executors son Robert and daughter Elizabeth (residue) Mummery
Son Thomas
Daughter Susanna
John Parnell and John Stace.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #176, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/100 Probate 29 Apr 1797
Mary Marchant of Hawkhurst, widow, <£100
Executrix daughter Jane Munn
Sons John and William Marchant
Daughter Elizabeth Piper.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #178, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/105 Probate 20 Oct 1797
Judith Oliver of High Halden, widow, <£100
Executors son Henry Oliver and Thomas Ricord of Halden
Sons Joseph, James, William
Daughters Elizabeth, Hannah and Sarah
Daughter Cally
Granddaughter Sarah Oliver.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #179, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/106 Probate 5 May 1797
James Ottaway of Smarden, yeoman, <£2000
Son James, executor
Nephew Richard
Children James, Ann, Elizabeth, Susan and Sarah.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #180, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/107 Probate 24 Feb 1797
Charles Otway of Smarden, Esquire, <£1000
Sister Bridget Otway, executrix
Mr Charles Woolley
Cousin Sarah Otway
Thomas Witherden, Gilbert Franklyn, John Woolley, John Large
David Maxted, Jasper Massingham, Stephen Batt.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #181, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/108 Probate 16 Dec 1797
Mary Philpott of Faversham, spinster, <£100
Executor - James Tappenden of Faversham, gentleman
Mary Hilton, James Haslam, Rebecca Crow
Cousin Wheeler
Thomas Wilde the elder, residue.
Source: Death Duty Register IR 26/297 #182, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury 103/109 Probate 9 Nov 1797
John Paine of Margate, victualler, <£600
Executors - John Rowe, painter and Jonathan Purchis, gent., both of Margate
Son John
Grandson William Paine
Sister Elizabeth
Daughter Sarah
Grandchildren Ann Dunkin, Sarah Paine.
Source: Brian Denn, Consistory Court of Canterbury Vol.2 f.615, Probate 1484
This is the last will of me John Dene of the Parish of Challock made the first day of the month of
October the 2nd year of King Richard the 3rd after the conquest of England the first wheresaid by me
personally before Robert Chausley(?) and Richard Sharpe.
First I will that soon after my decease
Andrew my son shall have all my lands and tenements with the appertuances in Challock foresaid
except a piece of land called ? ? unto Isabella his mother yearly 20s of lawful money to the term of her life quarterly to be paid.
Item I will the said Isabella my wife shall have a ewe kept upon the same ground to the term of her life.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 May 1656
Freegift Stace of Tenterden, gentleman, will dated 12 May 1655
wife Elizabeth, executrix
sons Thomas, Samuell (executor) & Robert (<21)
tenant William May
property in Wittersham purchased from Catherine Sloman, widow & John and Peter Sloman her sons
property in Woodchurch purchased from Thomas Iden & Catherine his wife
property in Wittersham late of John Odiarne, gentleman deceased & conveyed to me from Humphry Wightwicke, gentleman & his wife Mary my daughter
property in Rolvenden conveyed to me be Edward Moore, Henry Moore, Henry Borner, Henry Austin, Thomas Austin, William Tolherst & Nathaniell Bence
property in Old Romney & Medley occupied by my son Thomas & Fortunatuo Terrey, purchased from John Stronghill & Joane his wife
property in Tenterden & Halden purchased from Thomas Lope & his son Thomas, occupied by Austen Ragnerd
property in Biddenden purchased from Thomas Younge, Nicholas Younge, Catherine Younge & Elizabeth Randolph
property in Halden purchased from Reynold May
property in Bethersden purchased from John Stronghill & his wife Joane
property in Woodchurch conveyed in mortgage from Richard Kinge
property in Brenzett conveyed in mortgage from William Bateman
property in Halden conveyed from Robert Lawrs? deceased
property in Beckley, Sussex conveyed in mortgage from Robert Gibbon
property in Appledore conveyed in mortgage from John Collumbine
daughter Mary wife of Humphrey Wightwicke & her 3 sons George, Humphrey & Freegift Wightwicke <18
daughter Elizabeth wife of Mr Thomas Gibbon
parents in law Mr Humphrey Wightwicke & his wife Joane deceased (sons Samuell & Robert's grandparents)
sons in law Mr Humphrey Wightwicke & Mr George Wightwicke - overseers
kinsman John Stace
servants Mary Page, Mary Lunce, Thomas Braybrooke
witnesses Edward Shorter - William Randolph - Elizabeth Curteis
Codicil dated 26 Jan 1655/6
servant John Crouch
witnesses Edward Shorter - Elizabeth Curteis.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Mar 1655/6
Robert Questead of Hollingbourne, yeoman, will dated 9 Dec 1655
Uncle Richard Questead of Harrietsham
Dorothy & Anne Muddle, daughters of my wife
Reference to Will [1652] of their late father Richard Muddle of Hollingbourne, deceased
wife Anne, executrix
daughter Alice Questead <18
son Richard <21
property at Dolphin Court, Distaffe Lane, London
Aunt Questead in London
witnesses Thomas Figge - mark of John Beckett - Richard Gwynn.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Jan 1733/4
John Webb of Upner, Frindsbury, Esq., will dated 31 Jan 1732/3
friend Thomas Baldwin of Rochester, gentleman - trustee
friend Thomas Winter of Rochester, Master Gunner of HM Fort at Upner - trustee
to be buried at Frindsbury next to my late wife
sons John & William, probably both out of England at the time of my death
property at St Warburgh Hoo & High Halstow, purchased from James Jordan of Chatham, clothmaker, occupied by John Thompson
property at High Halstow occupied by Nicholas Botham
houses in Easthale Street, St Nicholas Rochester
property at High Halstow & St Mary Hoo purchased from Peter Waldo of Great Tower Hill, London, Esq. & his wife, occupied by Richard Baker
Elizabeth Edmunds <21, daughter of Edward Edmunds of Rochester gentleman & niece of Thomas Baldwin
son William to be executor
witnesses Joseph Buncker - John Pollard - Richm'd Webb jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Dec 1740
Mary Webb of East Barming, widow, will dated 28 Nov 1740
sister Elizabeth Taylour of White Fryers London, widow, executrix
Mr Samuel Stede of East Barming
niece Jemima Taylour
niece Mary Webb
Mrs Mary Amhurst, Mrs Bolding, Mrs Mareen, Mrs Golding sen'r, Mrs Stede & Mrs Palmer, gentlewomen
to be buried at Barming near late husband Richard Webb
witnesses Richd Batcheller - Hatcher Marsh - Edwd Greensted jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Sep 1750
James Webb of Cobham, gentleman, will dated 12 Nov 1747
cousin Cornelius Doe of Hampsted Norris, Berkshire, husbandman
& his 3 daughters: Mary wife of __ Rogers, Elizabeth Doe & Sarah Doe
Sarah Appleton daughter of Thomas Appleton the elder of Hampsted Norris, husbandman
cousin Mary White & her daughter Mary White
cousins John & William Basford of Boxford, Berks, husbandmen
cousin John Hughes of Picadilly, Westminster & his sons Ellis & John
cousin Sarah Beal of London, widow & her daughter Sarah
John Robinson who lived with me at Cobham Hall
John Harman son of Widow Harman of Cobham, now apprentice to ___ Arnold of Milton near Gravesend house carpenter
James Linch of Cobham, apprentice to William Wells of Cobham, carpenter
Godson James son of said William Wells
Thomas Maidman of Borough of Southwark, Surrey (executor), his brother Martin Maidman & sister Mary Burnett (wife of __ Burnett of Westminster, cheesemonger
Thomas Fafen son of John Fafen of Cobham
nephew James Webb of Westminster, peruke maker, executor
witnesses William Wells - Tho. Tomlyn
Codicil dated 2 Jan 1749/50
Mr John Harmine
Mr Peter Friday
witnesses Wm. Wells - Tho. Harrison.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Feb 1768
Elizabeth Webb wife of William Webb of Marden, previously Elizabeth Day, will dated 3 Oct 1749
Farm occupied by Edward Stephens of Marden
husband William
niece Sarah Stanton?
nephew John Dell
sister Dell
brother Mr John Dell, executor
witnesses Lydia Symonds - Ann Monckton - Jonathan Monckton.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Mar 1800
Catherine Coleman of Maidstone, widow, will dated 11 Nov 1799
son Richard Martin
daughter Mary Mailing, widow
daughter Catherine Martin
friend Stephen Page Seager of Maidstone, brewer, executor
witnesses John Tyrrell of Maidstone, J. Slatter, Atty at Law.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Mar 1801
John Seager of Maidstone (Week St & Pennenden Heath), brewer, will dated 12 Nov 1799
wife Jane, executrix
sons Stephen Page Seager & Henry Seager, executors
tenants at Maidstone - John Monday, James Martin, Widow Carter, Widow Clifford, William Randall, Finch Hollingworth, William Hawkins Esq.,
Richard Gilbert, Faris, Edward Oliver, Mrs Sawyer, Mrs Mitchell, William Worley, Bigg, Swain, Pierce, Brooker?, Trill, Henty, Willian Sage,
William Moore
tenant at Boxley - James Honey
tenants at Hollingbourne - overseers of the poor & William Baily
tenant at Doddington - John Laker
tenant at Frittenden - John Crump
tenants at Aylesford - William Kembley, John Nott, William Nott
tenant at Bearsted - Robert Clifford
friend William Elgar of Maidstone, grocer, trustee
friend Thomas Wildes of Maidstone, gentleman, trustee
son in law James Alexander of Maidstone, banker
grandson John Seager Elgar <21, son of my daughter Susannah Alexander
daughter Susannah wife of said James Alexander
witnesses Jos. Winter - James Smyth - John Hopkins.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Oct 1767
John Bates the elder of Dover, woollen draper, will dated 17 Aug 1767
wife Susanna
brother in law John Dell of Dover, surgeon, trustee & executor
friend David Sutton now Mayor of Dover, trustee & executor
daughters Susanna, Love, Jane & Ann Bates
sons John & William Bruncker Bates
witnesses Tho. Broudley - Samp'n Farbrace.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Nov 1817
Thomas Bromley of Staplehurst, butcher, will dated 1 Nov 1813
niece Rebecca wife of James Pocock (late Rebecca Thwaites spinster)
nephew William Thwaites
niece Rebecca Hawkesley, trustee & executrix
nephew John Hawkesley
wife Charlotte
friend Edward Clark of Staplehurst, farmer, trustee & executor
friend James Cornwell of Staplehurst, farmer, trustee & executor
witnesses Jas. Ottaway of Staplehurst - J B Fidge & Jas. Muddle his clerks
Probate to Edward Clark, James Cornwell & Rebecca Wilson (formerly Hawkesley) wife of John Wilson.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 May 1819
John Bates of East Peckham, miller, will dated 6 Mar 1819
Samuel Vine of East Peckham, shopkeeper, executor & guardian
Thomas Welfear of East Peckham, farmer, executor & guardian
son William
daughters Mary Draper & Sarah Coleman
tenants at Tonbridge - Benjamin Cork & John London
tenants at East Peckham - Harris & Kingsbury
tenant at Pembury - Edward Adams
wife unnamed
witnesses Jas Salby - Benjamin ..ke - Wm Humphreys.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 May 1655
Thomas Acourt alias Gardiner of Kemsing, yeoman, will dated 8 May 1647
wife Elizabeth, executrix
grandchildren Thomas Gouldsmith & Alice Gouldsmith
grandchildren James, John, Edward, Nicholas, Elizabeth & William Gouldsmith <21
David Polhill Esq. (re Wrotham land)
daughter Elizabeth Whitehead
grandchildren John & Anne Whitehead
witnesses John Theobald - William Theobald - mark of Alice Gouldsmith.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Mar 1621/2
Alice Romney of Kemsing, widow, nuncupative will dated 22 Jul 1621
brother John Smalle of Shoreham, yeoman
children Robert & John <21
witness George Lightefoote.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Nov 1638
Richard Tomsonn of Kemsing, yeoman, will dated 7 Sep 1638
to be buried at Seal
poor of Seal, Seal Chart Street, Ightham & Kemsing
Mr Baker to preach at my funeral
kinsmen Richard Stoane, George Stoane, Robert Stoane, Thomas Stoane & Henry Tomsonn of Sutton
Ann Kipps of Kemsing, widow
Joane wife of William Kipps of Kemsing
George Baker, grandson of said William Kipps
all servants of William Kipps
Henry and Elizabeth, son & daughter of Michaell Tomson - my house in Horton Kirby
kinsman William Kipps, executor
witnesses Thomas Acocke his mark - John Daly his mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 29 Jan 1831
William Allwork of Goudhurst, cooper, will dated 18 Mar 1826
brother John Allwork of Sevenoaks, cooper, executor
brother Thomas Allwork of Hastings, Sussex, executor
daughter Mary wife of Richard Hodgskin
children William, Philadelphia, John and Thomas Allwork
witnesses Rich'd Hodgskin - Lydia Lunridge
25 Jan 1831 appeared personally Giles Miller of Goudhurst, gentleman re handwriting.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Jun 1849
John Allwork of Sevenoaks, cooper, will dated 19 May 1838
wife Sarah, executrix
William Arnold of Sevenoaks, tailor, trustee & executor
Daniel Grover of Sevenoaks, bricklayer, trustee & executor
children unnamed
witnesses R W G Morris, sol'r, Sevenoaks & William Hilder, tailor, Sevenoaks.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Jan 1725/6
Edward Jarret the elder of Speldhurst, yeoman, will dated 2 Dec 1725
son Robert
brother John, deceased [PCC will 1713, of Hartfield, Sussex]
property at Fletching, Sussex occupied by John Brookes
daughter Mary Jarret
daughter Elizabeth, widow of Henry Wybourne
sons Edward, John & Thomas (executor)
witnesses Mary Sheffield - Richard Waghorn - Ric'd Taylar jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Oct 1760
Thomas Jarrett of Speldhurst, yeoman, will dated 9 Feb 1760
properties at Speldhurst occupied by Darius Latter, brewer, Joseph Collier, John Archer, Peter Blakey, Widow Bryant & Nicholas Douchcome
wife Mary, executrix
3rd son William, executor
youngest son Robert <21
2nd son Edward
4th son John
witnesses Sam'l Shepherd - Mary Burlling - Tho. Scoones
Codicil dated same day, same witnesses
11 Feb 1797 admon to Thomas Jarrett, brother & admo'r of William Jarrett, both Mary & William died intestate.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Oct 1760
Edward Jarrett late of Tonbridge, now of Speldhurst, mercer, will dated 16 Oct 1758
nephew Edward Wybourne, son of my sister Elizabeth deceased
brother John
brother Thomas, executor
witnesses John Pack, blacksmith - John King - Tho. Scoones
Admon to John Jarrett, brother, the executor dying before the testator.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Jan 1662/3
Richard Garrett of Goudhurst, clothier, will dated 8 Feb 1661/2
Richard, John & Elizabeth, children of my brother John
2 daughters of my brother Stephen
children of my sister the wife of Thomas Goldridge
wife Margaret, executrix
witnesses Thomas Allen, Alexander White.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Jun 1798
Elizabeth Jarrett of Brenchley, spinster, will dated 10 Jan 1797
William Clarke of Mile Oak, Brenchley, farmer & Ann his wife, executors
brother John
nephew Henry Watson of Buxted, Sussex
niece Jane wife of James Fenner of Maresfield, Sussex
nephews Robert Taylor of Yalding & John Taylor of Horsmonden
niece Alice wife of John Standen of Brenchley
sister Mary Daniel
witnesses James Austen, Jno. Pope.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Mar 1791
Sarah Jarrett of Woodgate, Tunbridge, spinster, will dated 3 Feb 1791
Thomas Hankins of Tunbridge, surgeon & apothecary
sister Susanna Jarrett of Mayfield, Sussex, spinster, executrix
cousin Thomas Jarrett of Tunbridge Wells, wine merchant, executor
farm at Waggons Gate, Frant, Sussex formerly occupied by Uncle Thomas Jarrett but withheld from us by the late Edward Willett
of Groombridge, surgeon
witnesses Thos Thomas, George Langridge, Rd. Jones.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Sep 1731
Thomas Jarreet of Frant, Sussex, husbandman, will dated 7 Oct 1730
wife Elizabeth
sons John, Thomas(executor), Robert, Edward & William
daughters Sarah, Elizabeth, Mary(<21) & Ann (<21)
witnesses Mary Brian, Rich'd Cock, W. Franklin.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Jun 1713
John Jarrett of Hartfield, Sussex, yeoman, will dated 5 Jul 1708
wife Anne
property at Fletching late purchased of William Earle
Robert son of my brother Edward
John & Thomas sons of my brother Thomas
brother Edward, executor
brother Thomas
property in Pembury & Brenchley occupied by John Martin
Robert son of my brother Thomas
5 children (<21) of my sister Jane wife of John Raive
John Turner son of my sister Mary wife of William Turner
2 youngest children of my brother Thomas, <14
2 children of my sister Joane late wife of John Banester, <21
4 children of my sister Sara late wife of John Mercer, <21
witnesses Mary Skinner, William Stevens, Henry Weller.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Mar 1638 to John Henden
Anthony Reeve of Biddenden, gentleman, will dated 6 Oct 1634
sister Sarah wife of Simon Gervis
sister Mary wife of Godsblessing Bell
sister Elizabeth wife of John Chilleye & minor children
John Warren
Lemuell Warren & Godherd Warren
daughter in law Anna Warren
servant Rejoy.. Stannimore?
servant John Peryman
wife Susan
only daughter Sara Reeve <21, executrix
Uncle Edward Henden of Biddenden Esq., Servant of the Law, overseer
brother in law John Chilley of Heasfeld, Sussex, yeoman, overseer
Ninion Bucher of Staplehurst, clothier, overseer
property in Breade, Ewehurst, Bexhill, Winfield, Hoo Wartelinge, Pemsie Haylsum, Helingely, Heighfield & Burwash in Sussex
no witnesses.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Nov 1681
Thomas How of Tunbridge, yeoman, will dated 5 Feb 1680/1
Thomas Russell and Richard Russell sons of my sister Mary deceased
3 daughters of my sister Mary deceased:
Elizabeth wife of Solomon Walter, Mary wife of John Southenden & Ann Russell, spinster
Elizabeth, Sarah & Susan Johnson daughters of my sister Elizabeth Johnson deceased
Thomas son of my cousin Thomas Johnson deceased
Susan daughter of my sister Susan Bourne deceased
my Godson Thomas son of William Howe, <21
friend Thomas Weller of Tunbridge, gentleman, executor, trustee & guardian
daughter Ann How, executrix at 21
farm called Heyden in Rolvenden
property at Pembury & Brenchley
daughter Susan wife of Richard Castle
property at Hatsfield & Cowden occupied by William Saunders
daughter Jane wife of John Warren
property called Tinleys Lodge occupied by Edmund Hadlow & Parsonage called Hilden Ward in Tonbridge
witnesses William Legat - George Weller - Isaac Constable his mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Jun 1659
John Webb of Milton/Middleton, seafaring man, will dated 26 Mar 1659
son William <21
sons Nicholas, John & George, to be apprenticed
William Covell of Milton, brewer, executor
William Goddin of Milton, yeoman, executor
Thomas Norrington of Milton, seafaring man, executor
witnesses Thomas Shayne - Richard Bowwater - John Purslowe.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 Feb 1658/9 admon to Marie Osborne
Marie Webb of Hartlip, spinster, nuncupative will dated 31 Dec 1658
Mr James Tonge & his daughter Marie Tonge
Elizabeth Fanshaw daughter of Thomas Fanshaw of Hartlip, gentleman
Marie Thatcher daughter of Robert Thatcher of Wormshill, gentleman
Marie wife of Richard Ginder of Canterbury, gentleman
Edward son of John Osborne of Maidstone, Esq.
Katherine & Marie daughters of John Osborne
sisters Anne & Elizabeth Webb
Elizabeth Martin daughter of Thomas Martin of Hartlip, husbandman
Elizabeth Osborne of Hartlip, spinster
wife of Henry Lawrence
Marie Scones daughter of Thomas Scones of Hartlip
my mistress Mrs Marie Osborne of Hartlip, widow
brother Thomas
witnesses Frances Fanshawe - Marie Allen her mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Apr 1658
William Web of Marden, clothworker, will dated 24 Feb 1657/8
sons Henry & John
daughters Mary & Elizabeth
Mary Backett
daughter Sara wife of Richard Vurall?
daughter Martha wife of Isaack Willard
Symon Hatlington
wife Ellinor, executrix
witness John Jewell.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Feb 1771
Francis Webb of Plumstead, farmer, will dated 30 Mar 1768
Ann wife of William Winn of Plumstead, labourer, executrix (niece of deceased)
witnesses William Barber - John Hackney - Benj'n Jennings.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Jan 1677/8
Thomazin Buller, widow of Francis Buller Esq. of Ospringe, will dated 3 Dec 1677
son Francis
Edward Honywood Esq.
son John of Morvall [Cornwall], executor
& his daughters Margaret & Thomasin
servant Dakins
Anne Wakefeild, my old servant & her eldest daughter
grandson Francis Buller
witnesses Elinor Dakins - Francis Buller - John Ellis - Robert Lott.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 Nov 1677 after sentence
Francis Buller of Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, Esq., will dated 7 Dec 1672
eldest son Francis, his eldest daughter Margaret & his other children
wife [Thomasin]
property in Thanet
son John, executor, & his children
Cranmor Harris Esq.
Isaack Honiwood Esq.
grandson Francis, son of my son Francis
witnesses Rich. Griffith - James Robertson - mark of Thomas Marshall
Codicil dated 12 Jun 1677 - Francis Buller of Ospringe, Kent late of Surbiton, Surrey
son John Buller of Morvall
witnesses Robert Martyn - Edward Kinsey - Robt Avery - Giles Hamley
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Nov 1611
Richard Ballard of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 11 Sep 1611
son Stephen, executor
son John
wife Anne
Thomas <21 son of my son Thomas
daughter Anne Smithe
godson Richard son of my son in law Robert Austin
George <21 son of my son in law Thomas Codd
other grandchildren
poor of Maidstone, Wodhurste & Lamberhurst
witnesses Geo. Smithe ...
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 May 1641
Richard Ballard of Lamberhurst, gentleman, will dated 24 Feb 1640/1
Uncle Richard Bishopp of Selscombe
daughter Elinor Ballard
son Richard, executor
Barnaby George, Doctor of Laws
William Dorrell Esq. & his wife Elizabeth
wife Anne
daughter Mary wife of Samuel Maplisden (overseer) & their son Richard <21 (godson)
daughter Anne Rideout
brother in law Mr William Bishopp of Selescome, overseer
property at Wadhurst purchased from Joseph Baker and occupied by Thomas Foord's widow
witnesses Thomas Ballard - Samuel Maplisden - Richard Read.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Jun 1653
Richard Ballard of Lamberhurst, will dated 7 Jun 1652
father Mr Alexander Thomas
mother Mrs Ann Ballard
brothers Mr Richard Thomas (overseer), Mr William Thomas, Mr Samuell Maplisden (overseer), Mr Peter Brocklesby & Mr William Rideout
sisters Mrs Elizabeth Ofley, Mrs Margaret Ofley, Mrs Ann Rideout
wife Mary
deceased father Richard Ballard
nephews Richard Maplisden, Samuell Maplisden, Robert Brocklesby
nieces Ellen Maplisden <24, Ann Maplisden <24, Ellen Rideout <24, Anne Rideout <24 & Mary Rideout <24
nephews William, Richard & John Rideout, <24
servant Elizabeth Wickam
daughter Anne <21
sister Mrs Ellen Ballard, executrix
properties in Wadhurst occupied by John Eastland & __ Russell
witnesses Sa. Maplisden - Willa. Hendley.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 May 1624
Thomas Ballard of Pell, Wadhurst, Sussex, gentleman, will dated 14 Sep 1622
wife Mary
daughters Martha & Elizabeth, <21
son Thomas <24
younger sons Richard & William
kinsman Mr John Whitfeild of Worth Esq.
property at Goudhurst bought from Robert Austen my brother in law
property occupied by Edward Walters' widow, __ Groomebridge & Joane Bate widow
brother Mr Richard Ballard of Lamberhurst, executor
Mr John Hattley of Wadhurst, executor
friend Mr Nicholas Eversfield of Hollington Esq., overseer
friend Mr John Porter of Lamberhurst Esq., overseer
friend Mr John Frewen the elder of Northiam, Clerke, overseer
sister's son Edward Austen
witnesses John Porter - Henry Thompson - Anthony Ward - Thomas Bryan.
Codicil dated 19 Dec 1622
brother Stephen
mother Fowle
witnesses Henry Thompson - Anthony Ward - Tho. Bryan.
Codicil dated 30 Jan 1623/4
witnesses John Porter - Anthony Ward - mark of Richard Moate - mark of John Sands.
Codicil dated 2 Feb 1623/4
Mr Anthony Ward, schoolmaster in his house & his sister Dorothy Ward, servant
witnesses John Hatley - Richarde Ballard.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Feb 1707/8
Robert Ballard of Shoreham, gentleman, will dated 17 Jan 1707/8
sister Katherine wife of Alexander Akehurst of London, merchant, executrix
brother George of Shoreham, gentleman, executor
Mr Nathaniel Maidstone of London, merchant
witnesses John Gillot - Joseph Sansom - Jo'ph Skinner.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Nov 1665
Frances Ballard of Chatham, widow, will dated 28 Jan 1663/4
daughter Elizabeth wife of Robert Alderman
properties at Greene Banke, Stepney, Middlesex occupied by Widow Anderson & Edward Hawkins
grandchildren James Alderman & Susanna Alderman
tenants John Wright, Master Bitteridge, Master Hignett
grandchildren Frances & Martha Greene, daughters of Bartholomew Greene by my daughter Martha
sister Elizabeth Beale
tenants __ Simpson (marriner) & Widow Oliver
sister in law whose maiden name was Joane Eaton
daughter Martha Greene, executrix
witnesses J. Tihurst? - David Rogers - Tho. Heaviside.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Feb 1683/4
Ellen Ballard of Mayfield, Sussex, spinster, will dated 10 Mar 1676
nephew Samuel Maplisden & his wife
Richard & Anne son and daughter of my nephew Samuel Maplisden, <24
property at Wadhurst
nephew Richard Rideout, executor
sister Ann Rideout
nieces Ann & Mary Rideout
goods held at Lamberhurst in cousin Maplisden's house
cozen Nicholas Fowle of Wadhurst, gentleman, overseer
neighbour Thomas Hooper, overseer
Mr Peck to preach at my funeral, & his wife
property in Mayfield, Ticehurst in Sussex & Tillingham in Essex
property called Wellbrooke at Mayfield purchased from Thomas Martin
witnesses Tho. Hooper - Abraham Jeames - Jo. Channtler
Codicil dated 22 Dec 1683
witnesses Dorothy Denton her mark - Joane Chamberlyn her mark - Tho. Hooper.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Feb 1664/5
Anne Ballard of Lamberhurst, widow, will dated 13 May 1661
(being aged and weak)
children <21 of my cozen William Denton
his sister Elizabeth
my husband's godson Robert Brocklesby
kinsman & friend Robert Naper of Prucknell, Dorset, Esq, executor
witnesses Elizabeth Austyn's mark - Elizabeth Ellis' mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 May 1657
Robert Bollard of West Heyth, yeoman, will dated 13 Apr 1657
wife Catherine
wife's daughter
sisters Jane & Alice
brother's daughter
friend John Morris, executor
daughter Margaret Bollard <18, executrix
witnesses mark of Mathew Browne - John Bing.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Jun 1794
William Pattenden of Eltham, butcher, will dated 13 Dec 1792
son Richard Bennett Pattenden <21
daughters Ann, Sophia, Sarah & Mary Pattenden <21
maid servant Frances Hutchinson
friend Mr Alexander Solomon of Bexley, executor
witnesses Will'm Heeling? - Will'm Weeden.
[William Pattenden married Elizabeth Bennett 9 July 1770 at Horton Kirby]
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Feb 1782
Ann Howson of Canterbury, widow, will dated 23 Jul 1781
brother Jacob Sharp, executor
brother Rev'd William Sharp, DD
sister Elizabeth Sharp
sister Mary wife of William Long Esq. now Mayor of Canterbury
their 3 children - Mary, Hannah & William Long
friend Mr William Bedford of Friday Street, London, linnen draper
William Howson, nephew of my late husband
my husband's sister Mrs Hester Hopkinson
my husband's sisters in law Mary wife of Mr Jarvis Howson & Sarah wife of Charles Howson
goddaughter Harriet Dickenson
godson Thomas Wing
godson William John Lideard
friend Miss Catherine Plees
cousin Mary Sharp
poor of St George the Martyr & St Margaret Canterbury
cousins Ann Tolputt, Mary Gentile
Mrs Hannah Hatcher, widow & Mrs ..ethulier
Ann wife of said William Bedford
Mrs Sarah Dickenson, widow, Mrs Sarah Whitworth, Mrs Margaret Brogg?, Mrs Craven, Mrs Mary Dewes
witnesses Eliz. Robinson jun'r - Thomas Woolley Pickering - Thos Hammond
Codicil dated 8 Aug 1781
Mrs Lushington
nieces in Yorkshire
no witnesses
Appeared Personally 9 Feb 1782:
Thomas Liddiard of St Pauls Church Yard London, jeweller & William Wollen of Friday Street London, linnen draper.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Sep 1654
Samuel Maplesden of Lamberhurst, gentleman, will dated 19 Mar 1652
(aged and weak)
eldest son Richard of London, chirurgeon, executor
son Samuel
legacy from Mr Thomas Ballard of Lamberhurst, gentleman to son Samuel
daughter Ellen Maplesden
sister Ellen Ballard
witnesses Robert Steede - John Chamberlain.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 Jan 1753
William Hugessen, Esquire of Provender, Norton, will dated 2 Oct 1749
to be buried at Linsted in family vault
brother John & his wife Amye & children
Mrs Martha Cooke, widow, my late wife's sister
sister in law Mrs Tyssen, widow of Francis Tyssen Esq.
sister in law Mrs Sarah Tyssen, widow of Samuel Tyssen Esq.
sisters in law Mrs Elizabeth Gott, Mrs Mary Gott & Mrs Sarah Gott
friend Mr Walter Hooper of Threadneedle Street, London, gentleman, executor & guardian
& his wife & two daughters, Sarah & Dorothy Hooper
son William Western Hugessen, minor
witnesses Nath'l Rucke - Godard Forster - William Hadlow.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Oct 1766
William Hugessen of Gravesend, waterman, will dated 7 Oct 1759
mother Mary Hugessen, executrix
witnesses Will. Harrison - Tho's Midhurst.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Jul 1764
William Western Hugesson of Provender, Norton, Esquire, will dated 26 Feb 1764
wife Thomasine, executrix
farm called Little Provender at Norton occupied b y Nathaniel Ruck
Uncle John Hugesson of Stodmarsh Esquire
cousins William, John, Amey & Elizabeth Hugesson, children of my said uncle
Mrs Mary Gott of Streat, Sussex, spinster & her sister Mrs Sarah Gott of Egerton, spinster
Mrs Martha Cook of Well Street, Hackney, Middlesex
father in law Sir John Honywood of Evington, Baronet & his wife Dame Dorothy
Francis Filmer of Lincoln's Inn London Esq., executor
poor of Linstead & Norton
property at Birchington occupied by John Friend
Thomas Knight of Godmersham Esq.
witnesses Catherine Ruck wife of Nathaniel of Norton, yeoman - Dorothy Kennett daughter of said Catherine Ruck - Jno. Barling, Faversham.
Codicil dated 1 Apr 1764
Reverend Mr Edmund Filmer & his wife
witness Willm. Newton
Codicil dated 2 Apr 1764
witnesses Dorothy Cobb - Jno. Barling
4 Jul 1764 appeared personally Henry Trenchard Goodenough of St. Gregory London, gentleman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Jun 1736
William Hughson of Dartford, gentleman, will dated 22 Oct 1724
wife Anne, executrix
property called Winturp
daughter Priscilla wife of John Bedle
son Clinton
witnesses H. South - Eliz. Wane her mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 Mar 1755
Ann Hughson of Dartford, widow, will dated 24 Jan 1755
property in Lincolnshire
grandson John Beadle of Dartford, shopkeeper, executor
witnesses Henry Brewer - Mich'l Moffitt - Tho. Williams.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Apr 1682 to Susanna Proby als Overy, wife of Stephen Proby
Thomas Overy of Welling, will dated 11 Nov 1680
Thomas Watts, Edward Browne, Thomas Deane owe money
Mrs Black
sister Susan Overy
witnesses Thomas Durlin - mark of Tho. Watts - mark of Thomas Deane - mark of Margarett Deane.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Jun 1673
William Overy of Tonbridge, mercer, will dated 9 Apr 1673
wife Dorothy
brother Samuell, executor
witnesses Thomas Weller - Thomas Bray - Edward Overy.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Jun 1653 to Sarah (executor having died)
Samuel Overy of Sundrish, will dated 30 Aug 1649
wife Sarah
brother in law William Hendley of Lamberhurst, executor
children unnamed
property formerly of my uncle Edward Petlye (will)
witnesses Hellen Hendley - Thomas Allin - Samuell Overy.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Jan 1724/5 to sons William & Richard
Samuel Overy of Sundrish, yeoman (aged), will dated 28 Dec 1720
3 sons & 2 daughters <21 of my son James, deceased
children of son in law John Hills, deceased & my daughter Elizabeth deceased - John, Jane, Samuel, Richard, Elizabeth, Alice & Thomas Hills
kinswoman Anne Blan who now lives with me
sister Mary Stanford & her children
son William & his child <21
son John & his children
son Richard's 2 children <21
son Anthony, executor
witnesses Samuell Hawes - John Staple - Jam.? Plumer jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Dec 1647
Edward Muddle of Ewhurst, Sussex, Clerke, will dated 27 Jun 1645
wife Priscilla, executrix [PCC will 1663]
son Edward <18
daughter Persis <18
nephew in law Mr William English, overseer
brother in law Mr Henry English, overseer
son Thomas lately deceased
property at Ewhurst purchased from Mr Nehemiah Panton
property at Ewhurst near Staple Cross purchased from Henry Sheather
property at Sandhurst, Kent
witnesses William English - Mildmay Maplisden.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Dec 1616
Hugh Mudle of Frant, Sussex, yeoman, will dated 24 Oct 1616
grandchildren unnamed
wife Elizabeth
sister Margaret late wife of Thomas Groome
youngest son John, executor
property at Mayfield occupied by Smith
daughter Anne wife of John Hubbard, & her daughter
property at Frant & Pembury
eldest son Edward
witnesses Jane Francis her mark - William Dyke.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/6/102, Probate 28th July 1494
William Moon of Brabourne, Kent, will dated 1st March 1494
Witten in Latin (the first section) therefore not all details were understood.
To be buried in the churchy of Brabourne.
Various bequests to alters within the church.
To Margery my daughter 10 marcs
To Katherine my daughter 10 marcs
To Agnes my wife .....
To John I........den six ewes
To Henry Hill 4 ewes
To Augustine Miller .....
To Agnes my sister 20 shillings
To Alice Halke 1 ewe
To each of my god children 6 shillings
William and Geoffrey my sons to be my executors.
Agnes my wife, Peter Boocher and Richard Halke my supervisors.
My wife to dwell in my main messuage at Brabourne.
My son William to have my tenement in Horton, my marsh and mills about 3 acres and all my lands in (?Kennington) in fee simple. He and his heirs to
pay Alice my wife 26 shillings also a bushel of what and 2 bushels of malt and a load of wood.
To Geoffrey my principal messuage in Brabourne in fee simple paying yearly to my wife Agnes 26 shillings a bushel of wheat, 2 bushels of malt and
a load of wood.
Witnesses: Peter Bocher, Richard Halke, Pers Gybbes and Henry Miller.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/55/75, Probate 9th July 1683
Jane Moon of Westwell, widow, will dated 10 May 1682
Item: To my son Henry Moon the sum of �10 him being the eldest due to him from Anthony Moon my son deceased.
Item: To Elizabeth Moon daughter of my son Anthony 1 shilling
Item: To my granddaughter Margaret Moon daughter of Anthony Moon £16 to be paid when she is 24.
Item: To my daughter Cicely Berwicke one great chest, four pairs of sheets and my bedstead furnished to be delivered immediately after my decease.
Item: To my sons Michael and Henry the rest of my linen.
Item: To my sons Michael and Henry and my daughter Cicely Berwicke the rest of my goods and chattels to be divided equally between them.
I make my son Michael Moon my executor.
Witnesses: Samuel Waystreete, Joseph Smith, Thomas Dan?
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/63/45, Probate 14th December 1616
Robert Farley of Lenham, husbandman, will dated 9th May 1616
Item: to Robert Halsnoth and Elizabeth Halsnoth two of the children of my brother Robert Halsnoth of Lenham, shoemaker, £5 a piece at 21.
Item: to Mary, wife of Thomas Higham 20 shillings.
Item: to Susanna Farley, daughter of Thomas Farley 30 shillings.
Item: to John, James, Thomas and Edmund Farley my 4 bretheren and Clememce Gorham, wife of Thomas Gorham my sister 12 pence a piece.
Item: to my brother Thomas Farley my doublet, the which Master Russell gave me and my boots.
Item: to my brother Cunliff (?) two doublets, two pairs of breeches and a jerkin, two pairs of stockings and two pairs of shoes and my best hat with the .. beading.
Item: to my brother John my cloke and the rest of all my goods.
I make my brother in law Robert Halsnoth and my soul executor.
Witnessed by William Parke, Libbeus Betley, Erasmus Elmstone.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/68/295, Probate 24th May 1632
Laurence Mellow of Ashford, shoemaker, will dated 23rd April 1632
To my loving wife Ann all my copyhold lands held of the manor of Ashford for
life and after her decease I leave the same unto my grandchild Lawrence Mellow the son of Robert Mellow my son.
Item: to my son Robert Mellow £10 to be paid to him after my wife�s decease.
Item: to Elizabeth Mellow the daughter of my said son Robert Mellow 40 shillings to be paid to her within half a month after my decease by my
said son.
Item: to Margaret my daughter wife of John Wymble £5 and to my daughter
Mary the wife of Richard Brett £5 to be paid the month after my said wife�s decease.
Item: To Ann the daughter of John Wymble � 10 which may be had from Reginald Mantle.
Item: To Thomas and Ann Brett, son and daughter of my son in law Richard Brett £10 a piece.
All the rest of my moveable goods I give and bequeath to my loving wife Ann whom I make sole executor of this my last will.
I appoint Thomas Cuckow of Ashford Brewer to be supervisor and overseer and for his pains I give him 20 shillings.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/73/30, Probate 14 Dec 1670
John Crofts of Derbies Court, Stalisfield, yeoman, will dated 11 Nov 1670
Item: to my daughter Mary £100 when she is 24. My loving wife to have the interest of the money till my daughter is 24.
Item: to my daughter Sarah £100 when she is 24 and my loving wife to have the interest until she is 24.
Item: my land be estimate 12 acres which I purchased of James Ellwyn Gent
and in the occupation of Goodman Farley the wheelwright to my wife Bennet during her life. If she marry again to have only £4 yearly.
Item: to my son Bartholomew the said premises after the death or re-marriage of my wife.
Item: to my eldest son Henry all my lands approximately 30 acres late in the occupation of Henry Cadman and the sum of £30.
Item: to my son John 16 acres which I bought of William Clench.
Item: to the poor of Stalisfield half a quarter of good sweet, clean wheat.
All the rest of my goods to my wife Bennet and to my son John, whom I make executors.
I wish my brother in law Jonas Moss and my loving friend George Poole to be overseers.
Witnessed by Thomas Andrews, Abraham Shilling, George Poole.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC/17/41/223, Probate 4 Dec 1570
John Butcher of Manfielde in Pluckley, weaver, will dated 8 Oct 1570
To be buried in the churchyard of Pluckley.
To the poor box, 3 shilllings and 3 pence.
Item: to my eldest son Abraham my broad loom and all the things belonging to her.
Item: to my son Daniel my kersey loom with all the tackle belonging to her
Item: to my son John Butcher my greatest chest.
Item: to my son Walter Butcher the chest where my writing be.
Item: to my daughter Joyce £5 to be paid at her day of marriage by my son Abraham Butcher.
Item: to my daughter Sara £5 to be paid at her day of marriage by my son Abraham Butcher.
Item: My house where I now dwell and my lands in Pluckley, Little Chart and Pevington making 21 acres of ground to my son Abraham and his heirs.
I will that he pay to his brothers, Daniel, John and Walter £30 apiece as they shall come to the ages of 22 years.
All the rest of my goods to my wife Bennet Butcher
Witnessed by George Welton, Robert Roughe, John Pyckard, Robert Deedes
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/58/179, Probate 14 Aug 1612
John Beckett of Boxley, nuncupative will dated May? 1612
Made and declared in the time of his sickness now deceased.
Item: he gave unto his six children; John Becket, Joane, Beckett, Mary Beckett,
Margaret Beckett, Stephen Beckett and Abraham Beckett to each of them 40 shillings to be paid to them when they reach 18 years of age.
Item: All the rest of his goods and chattels to his wife Joane Beckett.
Witnessed by Stephen Hartroppe and William Hartridge
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/18/241a, Probate 29 May 1529
Bartholomew Morys of Petham, will dated 3 May 1528
To the High Alter 12 pence and also to the priest for my month�s mind and
year�s mind 2 shillings and 5 pence to sing masses for my soul and all souls..
Item: to Thomas Morris my son my bed that I do lye upon with all that belongs to it with a brass pot, a chest and a cupboard.
Item: to Johane German a pair of sheets.
Item: to Katherine Usden a kerchief
Item: to Nicholas Usden 2 fate of bees
Item: to my son Richard Morris a sheepscheese
Item: to John Bernard all my corn which I do now have laying in Hindfield.
Item: All the rest of my goods not bequeathed to my sons Richard and Thomas and they to be my executors and dispose it to their
sisters or otherwise for the health of my soul as they shall think best.
Witnessed by Sir Roger Johnson, vicar, John Germany and others
Source: Brian Richardson, Prerogative Court of Canterbury PROB 11/243/665, Probate 28 Jun 1655
Anne Bishopp of Maidstone, widow, will dated 29 Jan 1654/5
Item: to my loving daughter Elizabeth Evernden a pair of sheets and my best
serge gown and two silver spoons marked with my name and also a bond of £10
due to me by her husband Robert Evernden to be delivered one month after my decease.
Item: to my loving daughter Barbara Kennard a pair of sheets and two silver
spoons marked also with my name and also a bond of £10 due to me from her
late husband Richard Kennard, to be delivered one month after my decease.
Item: to the daughter of my son John Bishop 5 shillings
Item: to the son of my son Benjamin Bishop 5 shillings
Item: to the son of my son Thomas Bishop 5 shillings
Item: to the daughter of my daughter Barbara 5 shillings
All to be delivered within one month after my decease.
All my other moveable goods and chattels to my loving daughter Mary Bishop whom I ordain as the sole executor of this my last will.
Witnesses: Joseph Whistone - William Gyles his mark - John Thatcher.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Feb 1754
David Polhill of Cheapstead Place, Chevening, Esq., will dated 15 Oct 1753
brothers Henry & Charles
wife unnamed
reference to sister Mary Ballard's picture
Phillip Earl Stanhope, eldest son & heir of James deceased
sons Charles (executor) & John (<21)
farm etc. called Bessells Green, Chevening occupied by myself, William Everest, Susan Jennings, Francis West & John Hunt,
purchased from Thomas Reeves
daughter Elizabeth
brother in law Edward Barrett Esq.
late father in law John Barrett Esq.
housekeeper Jane Fowler
witnesses Rd. Cromwell - Mary Dickinson - Thomas Bull jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Oct 1750
Robert Curtis, Alderman & Brewer of Rochester, will dated 15 Jun 1746
wife Mary, executrix
property at Frindsbury purchased from Mr. James Bucknall deceased
Henry Curtis of Chatham, tallow chandler, trustee
Daniel Hunt of St Margaret's Rochester, yeoman, trustee
Elizabeth Button (owed for mortgage)
tenants John Waite, Richard Elliot, John Allison
son Robert <21
daughter Elizabeth <18
son Cezar
daughter Mary Johnson
witnesses Agnes Johnson - Wm. Johnson - Cha. W. Man.
Codicil dated 6 Feb 1747 (not witnessed)
23 Oct 1750 appeared personally:
Thomas Johnson the younger of City of Rochester, shopkeeper
William Stubbs of Precincts, Rochester, gentleman
(deceased was Purser of HMS the Prince)
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Mar 1816
William Baldock of Maidstone, hoyman, will dated 4 Aug 1812
friend Thomas Lawrence of Bethnal Green, London, gentleman, trustee & executor
brother Samuel Baldock of Ditton, miller, trustee & executor
nephew Edward Baldock of Rotherhithe, hoyman, trustee & executor
property at Aylesford, including 'Chequers' public house, occupied by John Hills
property at 2 Earl Street otherwise Bullock Lane, Maidstone occupied by my brother Thomas Baldock of Maidstone, hoyman
nephew John son of my brother John Baldock of Maidstone, hoyman
sister Ann Baldock (wife of Thomas?)
nephew Isaac Lawrence of London, gentleman
James Manwell of Ditton, coal merchant
Mary, daughter of my late niece Mary Manwell deceased
James & George Manwell, brothers of the said Mary
niece Rebecca Alfre formerly Lawrence, wife of John Alfree of Dartford, biscuit baker
niece Elizabeth Lovegrove & her first son James
witnesses Eliza S? Lamprey - John Green - Step. Lamprey
Probate to Samuel Baldock & Edward Baldock, the surviving executors.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/41/217, Probate 7 Jan 1609/10
Clement Hogben, yeoman of Challock, Kent, will dated 1st August 1609
To be buried in the church of Challock
For the poor 6 shillings and 8 pence
For the church 4 shillings and 4 pence.
Item: To Richard my son my tenement called Challock Cross wherein John ...... now dwelleth.
Item: Richard Hogben my son to pay my son John £20.
Item: To Susan Hogben my daughter £10 at 20 years of age or marriage.
My will is if Rabedge my wife shall happen to die before the years lease expire
that I have from my brother�s heirs wherein I now dwell it shall remain to Henry Hogben my son for the term of the said lease.
The rest of my moveable goods to my wife Rabedge.
Rabedge my wife to be my executor.
Witnesses: Nicholas Earle and Paul Marche
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC32/10/24
Joan Hogben [Johane Hogbyn] of Challock, widdow, will dated 10 Mar 1509
To be buried in the churchyard of Challock
Item: to the high alter 12 pence.
Item: to every light in the same church 4 pence.
Item: to Elizabeth Vydean my best fur gown.
Item: to Joan Leese my russet gown.
Item: to Margaret Chapman my violet gown.
Item: to Agnes Cleveland my violet cote
Item: to Joan Fuller my black cote
My house priest to sing for my soul and for the soul of Thomas Hogben my
husband and all Christian souls in the said church for a year immediately after my death, 33 shillings and 4 pence.
Item: Also I will that John Portridge executor of my husbands will received of Valentine Southson £5 and £20 from William Woez (?) pays
to Julian the daughter of Thomas Hogben for the lands she inherited from her mother Elizabeth Hogben.
Item: the rest of my estate now bequeathed to the funding of my two sons, Thomas and Stephen.
William Vydean of Challock to be my executor
Witnesses: Harry Mynett, Curate of Challock, William Essex and William Amys and Richard Amys
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/1/54, Probate 1465
Thomas Atta Dene of Harrietsham, Kent, will dated 20th January 1464
Latin section which mentions bequests to the church.
Joan At Dene my wife and John Atte Dene to be my executors.
Thomas Bedmanton and Harry Underhill to be my feoffees.
All of my lands in Harrietsham and Hollingbourne to my wife Joan Atte Dene and then to my son John At Dene in fee simple and to his heirs.
More written in Latin but it is too hard to translate
Witnesses: Thomas John, Thomas Go....., Robert Clerke and Alys Monk
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC17/03/462a, Probate 1 July 1483
Joan Dene, Widow of Harrietsham, will dated 7th May 1483
Latin section which mentions bequests to the church.
Item: to Thomas Tassell and Alice his wife my daughter ......
The rest of the will was too hard to decipher as my Latin is limited.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/54/447b, Probate 1666
Amy Carkaredge of Maidstone, widow of Thomas Carkaredge Gent, will dated 19th December 1664
Item: to the poor £10.
Item: to my sister Franklin late wife of my brother James Franklin, Esq. deceased forty shillings.
Item: to my nephew John Nicholson £20 and to Anne my said nephews wife £10 to buy for her and her husband mourning robes.
Item: to Amy daughter of my sister Mary Nicholson deceased £10, the said £10 to be kept in trust for the said Amy by John Nicholson.
Item: to my cousin Elizabeth Allen one of the daughters of my nephew William Cooper £5 and to the other 3 daughters of my said
nephew, Amy, Sarah and Alice £5
Item: to ....... Franklyn, John Franklyn, Walter Franklyn and James Franklyn sons of Walter Franklin deceases 5 pounds? a piece.
Item: I give unto Thomas ....... late of Daywell in Goudhurst £5.
Item: to every one of the children of my nephew Thomas Franklyn, son of my brother John Franklyn deceased to each twenty pounds at their age of 21
or marriage for their education.
Item: I do give unto Mary Franklin, wife of my nephew John Franklin one featherbed and bolster and 2 blankets
also I do give unto my niece the Lady Peirie all those goods I have lent and delivered unto her.
Item: to each of the 3 children of my nephew Mr Henry Franklin of Ashford £20 at the age of 21.
Item: unto Anne Nicholson wife of my nephew John Nicholson and to Amy Nicholson her daughter and my maid servants all my wearing apparel.
Item: to Walter Franklyn my nephew of Maidstone Esq. my lands in St Mary�s Romney.
I do make John Franklyn son of my brother John Franklyn to be my executor.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PROB 17/57/223a, Probate 8th April 1610
Edmund Watts,Yeoman of Harrietsham, Kent, nuncupative will dated Feb 1610
He gave to his children, Gregory Watts, James Watts, Bennet Watts, Joan Watts and Ellen Watts 5 shillings each, the residue of his estate to his
wife Ellen.
Witnesses: John Watts, William Mooddell of Harrietsham
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 16/222 A/4, Probate 1639
John Amis the Elder,Yeoman of Wye, Kent, will dated 22nd March 1638
Item: to the poor people of Wye �4 to be paid by my executors at the day of my funeral.
Item: to the minister that shall pray at my funeral 20 shillings
Item: to every child of mine that shall be living at the time of my death 12 pence.
Item: to every eldest child of my children 12 pence.
I appoint my well beloved son Manasses Amis my sole executor and give him the rest of my estate.
Witnesses, John Parke and Thomas Belke
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/53/310b, Probate 1604
John Hartredge,Yeoman of Bearsted, Kent, will dated 19th January 1604
To be buried in the churchyard of Boxley.
Item: to Joane my well beloved wife to be my sole executor whom I give all my goods, cattle, corn, household stuff.
Item: to my eldest son all my lands being in Bearsted, Thurnham and Boxley.
Witnessed by Thomas Brews, John Hartridge and John Beckett.
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Vol 92 f.99, Probate 30 Apr 1745
Charles Lawrence of Milton next Sittingbourne, tailor, will dated 13 Dec 1744
wife Mary
daughter Mary
son George
(Conditions if daughter Mary marries William son of Thomas Jordan (m.15 Apr 1746)
Source: Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Vol 103 f.92, Probate 21 Apr 1797
William Jordan of Milton next Sittingbourne, will dated 16 Nov 1795
wife Ann (m.Ann Randall 22 Oct 1795)
sons William, Charles & Daniel
Eden wife of Francis Whitnall of Frinsted, yeoman (m.20 Aug 1782 Milton)
daughter Elizabeth wife of Thomas Mann of Milton, dredgerman
late servant Elizabeth Bass
son William & friend Robert Whitnall, executors.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Aug 1847
William Knocker of Dover, gentleman, will dated 21 Dec 1831
3 daughters Anne Wellard, Elizabeth Styles & Jane
sons George Wigzell, John Beddingfield, William & Edward, executors
late father in law Mr Thomas King
late sons Henry & Thomas, deceased
children of late son Thomas
parents buried at St Stephen, Hackington
witnesses George Dickinson, Henry Davis, William Macdonald.
Resealed 15 May 1835 witnessed by E. Rutley, A.O? Hendrey, Jno. Marth
Resealed 6 Jun 1840 witnessed by Chas. Wm. Judge, Henry R. Bushell, Edw. Part.
Codicil dated 13 Sep 1833
wife Sarah
witnesses Jas. Whomes, Joseph Chandler.
Codicil dated 20 Jul 1835
Mr Joseph Tyson of Canterbury, ironmonger, the Uncle of my wife, executor
witnesses W. Macdonald, John Macdonald, Thomas Stevens.
Codicil dated 5 Jul 1838
infant son Frederic
witnesses W. Macdonald, P. Macdonald
Codicil dated 12 Feb 1847, William Knocker of Bushy Ruff, Alkham, Esq.
Signed by Peter Macdonald of Alkham, mariner
witnesses Frances Tunbridge, Susanna Warman.
Appeared personally:
Henry Richard Bushell of Dover, Solicitor
Edward Part, clerk to Edward Knocker of Dover, solicitor
William Macdonald of Bushy Ruff, Alkham, papermaker
Sarah Knocker of St Dunstans canterbury, widow
John Beddingfield Knocker of Dover, Esq.
said Edward Knocker & Frances Tunbridge of Dover, spinster.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Apr 1712
Robert Edmonds of Maidstone, hoyman, will dated 7 Apr 1711
wife Judith, executrix
daughters Judith, Martha, Mary & Hannah
tenants John Porter & Edward Scott
Ann widow of son John, & her daughters Ann, Susannah & Mercy
tenant Robert Stubersfield at Aylesford
son Thomas & his wife Anne
Anchor & Hope at Maidstone occupied by David Pattenden
son Richard
Hoy called Prosperous, 2 lighters, 2 barges, hoy called William & Richard
son Edward
witnesses Nicholas Amhurst, Edward Peirce & William Allen.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Sep 1850
Friend William Buckland of High Street, Maidstone, whitesmith, will dated 8 Apr 1850
wife Hannah, executrix
witnesses James Oliver & Robert Chaplin, both of Maidstone.
died 18 Aug 1850 aged 33
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Jun 1782
Aaron Harris of Maidstone, plumber & glazier, will dated 13 May 1780
son Aaron <21
property in Week Street, Maidstone in own occupation & William Moore, blacksmith
daughter Elizabeth wife of Charles Beaumont of Maidstone, tin plate worker
friend John Homewood the elder of Dover
son John
cousin John Delap of Gravesend, upholsterer, guardian to Aaron & executor
property at Lidging near Chatham occupied by William Broad
property called Breadhurst Green at Boxley
witnesses J. Usborne, Robert Clifford & E. Watts
1 Oct 1804 Admon granted to daughter Elizabeth Beaumont wife of Charles, John Delap deceased.
13 Aug 1827 Admon, Elizabeth Beaumont widow now deceased, granted to Gabriel Allen the elder, surviving executor of
Will of John Harris the son deceased
[John Delap's Will appointed Edward Watts sole Executor]
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Mar 1821
Stephen Scott of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 15 Jan 1821
property in Pudding Lane
James Collens, son of my uncle Abraham Collens of Maidstone tailor & draper, executor
lease on land granted by William Coleman
Jane wife of Abraham Collens
Catherine & Jane Collens, sisters of James
James Oliver of Maidstone, tanner, executor
Isabella Frances Boorman daughter of John Boorman, <25
Richard & Francis Boorman, brothers of Isabella
Ann wife of James Swan of Maidstone, labourer
Uncle William Scott of Marke? near Ashford, yeoman
Samuel Boorman of Sevenoaks, yeoman
George Boorman of Cranbrook, baker
Mary Swan of Maidstone, widow
witnesses Thos. Chaplin, Wm. Mason, Step'n Lamfrey sol'r Maidstone.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/2/312, Probate 22nd July 1476
Richard Helare, Yeoman of Hernehill, Kent, will dated 1st April 1475
Bequests to the church.
Written in Latin and hard to decipher but mentions children:
Thomas, William, John, Philip, Robert and Eleanor.
Witnesses: William Gyles
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/41/171a, Probate 1570
Alice Burbage, Widow of William Burbage of Boxley, Kent, will dated 22nd of July 1570
To be buried in the churchyard of Boxley by my husband.
To the poor 20 shillings. To the poor of Detling 20 shillings.
Item: to William Baldon my godson 20 shillings.
Item: to William Burbage my godson 20 shillings.
Item: to Stephen Woodier my godson 20 shillings.
Item: to John Woodier my godson 20 shillings.
Item: to Alice Woodier my goddaughter 20 shillings.
Item: to George Woodier my godson 20 shillings.
Item: to Thomas Dyggens my godson 20 shillings
Item: to each of my other godchildren 4 pence.
Item: to Alice Rowley 12 shillings and 4 pence.
Item: to Stephen Sander 20 shillings
Item: to Jane Henney my maid 5 shillings
Item: to William Bowdyn my great brass pot.
Item: to Elizabeth Dyggens 14 shillings and 4 pence.
Item: to Edmund Burbage 14 shillings and 4 pence.
The rest of my goods to William Woodyer and Richard Dyggens.
Witnessed by John Baker, John Bassock, Thomas Sande.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/32/191b, Probate 13th April 1574
John Burbage, of Boxley, Yeoman, will dated 30th November 1569
Item: to Elizabeth my wife my house, 7 loads of wood, 2 quarters of wheat 2 quarters of barley and one quarter or 4 bushells of oats.
Item: to my son John Burbage one great spit, one baking iron and the table in the hall.
The residue of my goods to my wife.
John my son to be executor.
Witnessed by Henry Fisher, Thomas Beale, William Wooddier, Thomas Norwood.
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/09/118, No Probate
Thomas Hogben [Hogbyn] of Challock, Kent, will dated 3 December 1508
Latin section which mentions bequests to the church.
Item: John Essex, John Portredge, William Vydean and John D........ my feoffees
Item: My wife to have the profits of my lands in Challock, Sheldwich, and Selling until my youngest son is 24.
Then the lands are to go to them and their heirs, each paying their mother, the said Joan, 6 shillings and 8 pence each year.
Each to be each other�s heir. If they die after the death of my wife my feoffees are to sell the land and divide the money between
my three daughters if they live.
Also I will that my wife marry my two youngest daughters after her discretion provided that Julian my eldest daughter will make
estate of my feoffees to be the heirs of all such lands as she inherited from her mother Elizabeth Hogben.
Witnesses: Harry Mynett, Curate of Challock, William Essex and William Vydean
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/53/350, Probate 31st March 1604
Christopher Stokes, yeoman of Seasalter, Kent, nuncupative will dated on or about 20th March 1603/4
Item: he gave to his daughter Mary Stokes the wife of Bartholomew Morris £10.
Item: to Margaret Stokes his wife his house and lands in Walmer, now occupied
by Edward Smith for her life and £5 a year to be paid by Martin Stokes his son
Item: the residue of his estate to Martin Stokes his son, he to be executor.
Witnesses: Thomas Fox of Seasalter, William Hogekinson of Sealsalter one Bures, widow of Sealsalter and William Redman
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Rochester R.9.245
Thomas Nicholson, yeoman of Wouldham, Kent, will dated 27th August 1537
To be buried beside my children.
Item: to the high alter at Wouldham 20 pence.
Item: to the high alter of St Margaret�s at Rochester 20 pence.
Item: at my burying 5 masses and at my months mind 5 masses and a quarter of what baked for the poor folk. 5 masses for the 5 wounds of Christ for
the space of 5 years and after the 5 years 6 shillings and 8 pence for the poor.
Item: to Joan my wife £6.13.4 and all the moveable goods she brought to me at her marriage and a quarter of wheat and another of barley.
Item: to Alice my daughter at £14.
Item: William my son to pay into the hands of Alen Wod and Thomas Somer out of my lands in Hoo and Sittingbourne for 4 years for my daughter Alice.
My lord Abergavenney and the prior of Rochester to be overseers.
Item: the rest of my goods to my son William Nicholson.
Alen Wode and Thomas Somer to be overseers
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury ?, Probate 1527
Simon Ladd, Yeoman of Elham, Kent, will dated 1527
My body to be buried in the church of Elham next to my wife Alice.
To the high alter 15 pence to the lights 4 pence
Item: to John and Thomas
Feoffees Thomas Rigden, Hanmon Courte, William Tybold and John Usher
Item: to John my messuage at Mounte
Item: Symon son of John 200 acres
Item: to Thomas my son,
Item: to my daughter Elizabeth, threescore pounds, two yearlings, a feather bed, a ..., two blankets, 2 pairs of sheets and four pieces of pewter.
Item: to Isabel my daughter, wife of John Usher
Item: to George (lands in Chartham which belonged to his mother, Alice, the shop and stable at Chatham and to his son Clement
Item: to Nicholas and Alice my father and mother
Item: to Robert son of my daughter Alice 40 shillings at 30.
Witnesses: John Webbe, Hamon Court and Wiliam Tybold.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/15/133a, Probate 1522
Elizabeth Marshall, Widow of Throwley, Kent, will dated 9th September 1522
To the high alter 12 shillings.
To every light 2 pence.
Item: to the children of my sons and daughters living 12 pence..
Item: to Thomas, Robert, Bartholomew, Richard and George my sons and to Elizabeth and Katherine my daughters all my household stuff to be divided between them.
Item: Richard my son to be executor and he to ahve 6 shillings and 8 pence for his labour.
Thomas Marshall and Robert Marshall to be mu overseers.
Witnesses: Symon Roberts, John Fynn, George Marchall
Source: Brian Richardson, Consistory Court of Canterbury PRC 32/7/76b, Probate 18th November 1503
John Marshall of Godmersham, Kent, will dated 30th August 1503
Ten shillings to the church at Throwley for my tithes forgotten.
Item: Elizabeth my wife and Thomas my son to be my executors.
Witnesses: Stephen Broke, John Aley, Simon Mownte
Item: Thomas, Reynold, Robert when 22 to have my lands in Throwley, paying to Elizabeth my wife 20 shillings.
Item: Bartholomew, Richard and George my sons to have the same from Thomas, Reynold, Robert when they are 22.
Item: Elizabeth my wife and Thomas to pay at Katherine�s marriage £6,12,4p.
Item: Thomas, Reynold, Robert to pay Alice and Elizabeth £10.
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/67/327, Probate 17th August 1627
Richard Squire, the son of John Squire, husbandman of Ruckinge, will dated 10th of February 1626
Item: to Thomas Squire my brother, 30 shillings after the death of my mother Elizabeth Squire of Ruckinge.
Item: to Reginald Squire my brother 35 shillings
Item: to Daniel Squire my brother 35 shillings.
Item: to John Blankett my brother 35 shillings
Item: to Catherine Cotten, daughter of William Cotten late deceased 2 shillings.
My mother to be my overseer.
Witnesses: Richard Sarles, John Smith, Richard Broke
Source: Brian Richardson, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury PRC 17/65/361a, Probate 7th April 1626
John Squire, husbandman of Ruckinge, will dated 20 Jan 1625/6
Item: to Elizabeth my wife one cow and 3 sheep and all the household stuff she brought with her, to be executrix.
Item: to Thomas Squire my son 15 shillings.
Item: to Reginald Squire my son 15 shillings
Item: to Daniel Squire my son 15 shillings.
Item: to Richard Squire my son 15 shillings
Item: to Richard Squire my son one swarm of bees.
Item: to Jon Squire son of David Squire one lamb
Item: there is money owing to me from John Squire 12 shillings and 2 pence
Witnesses: Christopher Watts, John Stock and John Smith.
Source: Celia Cotton & Roger Sutton, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Vol 104 f.235, Probate 22 Apr 1809
George Thornby of Bircholt, yeoman, will dated 25 March 1809
All messuages, lands, tenements to dear wife Elizabeth
After wife Elizabeth�s death to grandson George FOORD & Edward DINES (who married my granddaughter late Elizabeth FOORD spinster)
To wife Elizabeth all plate, linen & household furniture
After her decease half plate linen etc to grandchildren:
Elizabeth (wife of Edward DINES), Mary (wife of Robert READ), Said George FOORD, John FOORD & Sarah FOORD
- the five children of my late deceased sister Mary FOORD [should say �late deceased daughter�]
Other half to grandchildren:
John THORNBY, William THORNBY, Elizabeth THORNBY, George THORNBY, Thomas THORNBY, Hammond THORNBY, Simon THORNBY & Charlotte THORNBY
- the eight children of my late deceased son William THORNBY
Reference to grandchildren aged under 21
George FOORD and Edward DINES joint executors
Witnessed by John WEEKES, Samuel HARVEY, Edward TOURNAY
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 May 1768
John Page of Rochester, Esq., will dated 8 Dec 1767
to be buried at Shorne
wife Frances, executrix
witnessed by Thomas Chiffinch - Jos. Brooke - Elizabeth Walker.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 12 Feb 1770
Frances Page of St Margaret's Rochester, widow, will dated 12 Nov 1768
to be buried in the Little Chancel at Shorne near my late husband
Rectory of St James, Isle of Grain
Reverend Edmund Faunce, Vicar of Sutton at Hone, executor
his brother Thomas Faunce
brother Francis Barrell, Esq.
niece Anne wife of Rev'd Francis Dodsworth, clerk
friend Mrs Susannah Hendress of St Margaret Rochester
Mrs Judith Gates?
Martha Smart who now lives with me
witnessed by Mary Hogsflesh - Elizabeth Horn - Will Stubbs.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 May 1695
Anne Page of Westerham, widow, will dated 13 Jan 1692/3
son in law Jonathan Browne
daughter Gertrude & her daughter Anne <21
grandson Francis Staple son of my daughter Alice, <21
granddaughter Susan Page daughter of my son Nicholas, <21
daughter Susann wife of William Chapman, executrix
property at Sevenoaks late occupied by Moses Helbee, now by Thomas Tye
son Nicholas
property at Sevenoaks occupied by John Staple
grandson Francis son of my son Nicholas
daughter Alice Staple
witnessed by Samuell Overy - Richard Browne - Tho. Streatfield.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 May 1853
Thomas Laker of Maidstone, house agent, will dated 23 Jan 1853
son John Laker the younger of Maidstone - executor
witnesses William Dickeson & John Laker senior, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Jul 1760
Elizabeth Lampard of Maidstone, widow, will dated 30 Apr 1760
Charles, Thomas, John, Elizabeth, Ann & Sarah Martin, children of Charles & Mary Martin late of Wickham, Kent
Mary wife of Henry Gresham of Lewisham & their daughters Ann, Mary & Elizabeth
Robert Stretfield, colourman & wax chandler in Budge Row, London
Ann Godfrey of Sevenoaks, widow of Edward of Peckham & their sons Edward & Robert
Alice Sharp of Chislehurst, widow of Basill & her son John
Elizabeth Holstock, spinster of Seal, daughter of Thomas of Sevenoaks deceased
Elizabeth wife of John Jefferys of Shipbourne & their children
Mary Colvill, Elizabeth Colvill & Susan, daughters of Josiah Colvill of Newgate Street, London, hop merchant
Mary wife of Reverend Lloyd of Stow, Northamptonshire
David Mitchell of Seal, son of my late cousin Hannah nee Dane
Elizabeth Cable of Frindsbury, spinster, daughter of ___ Keeble, bricklayer
servants Mary Roberts, spinster & Ann Brook
John Fuller of Hayes, son of Jeremmiah & Susan Fuller, & their other children Jeremiah, Elizabeth, Susan & Frances
Lucas Shrimpton of London, broker & Mary his wife
Frances Hutton & Barbara Brook, both of Beckenham, widows
said Thomas & John Martin - executors
witnesses Sam'l Fullagar - Chr. Fullagar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Jun 1837
Ann Lane of Maidstone, widow, will dated 15 Jun 1826
son William, executor
witnesses J. Morley & Edw'd G. Budds - clerks to Mess'rs Scudamore Wildes, solicitors Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 May 1709
Robert Larkin of Maidstone, waterman, now of HMS Falkland, will dated 5 Sep 1704
brother John Larkin of Sittingbourne, papermaker - executor
witnesses Thomas Trowt - John Taylor, notary public at Deal.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 May 1795
George Launder of Maidstone, organist, will dated 12 Aug 1791
Mrs Sarah Farras & Mary Baker who live with me
Richard Court, livery servant to Flint Stacey of Maidstone, brewer
said Flint Stacey - executor
witnesses Elizabeth Tyrrell - Jno. Roffe.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 Mar 1817
John Lavender of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 8 Nov 1816
wife Hannah - executrix
grandchildren Mary Ann & Celia <21, daighters of my son George deceased
daughter in law Anna Hillyer
sons Charles, James & John
witnesses Step'n Lamprey, solicitor, Maidstone - Geo. Bally.
Codicil dated 30 Jan 1817
witnesses Jno. Kirby - Step'n Lamprey.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Mar 1724/5
Mary Lear of Maidstone, widow, will dated 25 Dec 1724
Mrs Anne French, executrix
Lady Taylor
Brigadier Jocelyn
witnesses Mary Cutbush - mark of Elizabeth Manjum? - Geo. Jocelyne.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Dec 1743
Dorothy Leche of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 14 Nov 1743
niece Hester wife of Edward Munday, Esquire - executrix
their daughter Hester Munday <21
cousin Elizabeth Wiat of Boxley, widow
cousin Margaret hussey, widow
goddaughters Mrs Frances Wortley & Thomasine Wills
cousins William Gore & Thomazine Gore
maid Mary Brutton
witnesses Eliz. Bayliff - Sam'l Fullagar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Mar 1701
Mary Leche of Maidstone, will dated 4 Mar 1699/1700
sister Dorothy Leche of Tunstall - executrix
father William Leche deceased (of Derbyshire)
sister Anne Leche
Mr Samuel Carter of Smithfield, London
witnesses Elizabeth Hales - Elizabeth Tucker.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 24 Jul 1731
Anne Leche of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 16 Jun 1731
Elizabeth Leche, widow of my brother John
brother Philip Leche
niece Hester Monday
sister Dorothy Leche of Maidstone - executrix
witnesses Sa'l Belcher - Mary Collens - Elizabeth Abbatt.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Jun 1704
John Leche of Maidstone, Esquire, will dated 13 Jun 1701
wife Elizabeth, executrix
property in Suffolk & Derbyshire
daughters Elizabeth & Hester <21
sisters Jane Leche, Dorothy Leche & Ann Leche
friends Mr James Tonge of Maidstone & Mr John Allingham
Henry Panckhurst
witnesses Jo. Allingham - Rob't Sanders - John Hodges.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Jul 1739
Elizabeth Leche of Maidstone, widow, will dated 1 Mar 1736
reference to will of daughter Hester Miller
grandson & granddaughter Edward Munday of Shipley Hall, Derbyshire & Hester his wife, & their daughter Elizabeth
late husband's sister Dorothy Leche
Gustavus Belford of Maidstone, Esquire & my niece Sarah his wife, & their children William, Christopher, Hester, Mary & Elizabeth (my goddaughter)
Rebecca Leader, nee Lepper formerly my servant, wife of ___ Leader of London
servant Mary Horton
Elizabeth Greenaway of Maidstone, widow
Benjamin Racliffe of London or Westminster, apothecary & his wife
said niece Sarah Belford - executrix
witnesses Elizabeth Masters - Mary Houghton - Sam'l Fullagar.
Codicil dated 1 Jul 1737
witnesses Ann Stiles - Sam'l Fullagar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Mar 1738/9
Isaac Leeds of Maidstone, hoyman, will dated 30 Sep 1738
son Isaac of Maidstone
wife Jane, executrix
other children unnamed
witnesses Sam. Roberts - Robert Petter - Benjamin Lunn.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Sep 1780
Robert Leigh of Maidstone, will dated 8 Sep 1766
Edward Fagg of Maidstone, Adjutant, West Kent Militia - executor
witnesses Anthony Blomer - Nash Mason.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Aug 1604
Joane Lowe of Maidstone, widow, nuncupative will dated Jul 1604
Mabell Benson her brother's daughter
witnesses John Saunders of Maidstone, brewer - Mistres Grenefield - Goodwife Chorte, widow - Goodwife Pen...
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Dec 1854
William Logan of Maidstone, baker, will dated 22 Oct 1854
cousins John Sharp the younger of Maidstone, papermaker & Joseph Sharp of Maidstone, papermaker - executors
sister Ann Logan who resides with me
Charlotte Clark of Maidstone, widow
wills of Uncle John Logan & brother Thomas Logan, deceased
tenants Springett, Ambrose Baker, James Hines, Russell, Clark, Bradshaw
3 brothers James, John & Robert
mother Sarah Logan now living with me
sisters Sarah Kennedy, widow & Mary Hammond
niece Ellen wife of George Asmar of Royal Oak Inn, Maidstone
witnesses John Sharp sen'r of Maidstone - John Laker jun'r clerk to Mr Morgan, solicitor Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Dec 1854
Thomas Logan the younger of Maidstone, baker, will dated 13 Oct 1846
brother William Logan of Maidstone, baker - executor
tenants Mrs Mitchell, widow of James; John Kelvie since Fanny Kelvie; John Mitchell
witnesses David Tanner Sweetlove, solicitor. Maidstone - Samuel Holloway of Maidstone, baker.
Admon to John Sharp the younger & Joseph Sharp, the executors of William Logan, brother deceased.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Nov 1850
John Logan of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 28 Jun 1850
brother in law John Sharp the elder of Maidstone, gentleman & nephew John Sharp the younger of Maidstone, papermaker - trustees & executors
sister Charlotte Clark of Maidstone, widow
tenants John Bruster, Thomas Neal, Randall & Newman brewers, widow Collens, Springett, Ambrose Baker, James Hines & Russell, George Woollett &
Mary Ann Buckingham
brother Thomas deceased
brother William
4 nephews said John Sharp the younger, William Sharp, Joseph Sharp & James Sharp, sons of my sister Mary Sharp
5 nephews John, James, Thomas, William & Robert Logan, sons of my brother James Logan deceased
tenants of leases Joseph Shadget & Alfred Wigan, Esquire
sister Mary Sharp
Sarah Logan, widow of brother James
nieces Sarah Kennedy, widow, Ann Logan, Mary Hammond, Mary Ware, Isabella Brooks & Louisa Lee
nieces Mary Saunders, Charlotte Parsons, Amelia Bachellor & Harriet Sharp
witnesses D T Sweetlove, solicitor & John White, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Apr 1847
Thomas Logan of Boxley, papermaker, will dated 23 Oct 1846
brother John Logan the elder of Moat Road, Maidstone, gentleman - trustee & executor
sister Charlotte Clark, widow
nephew John Logan the younger of Union Street, Maidstone, papermaker, son of my brother James deceased
John Sharp of Maidstone, papermaker - trustee & executor
mother Mary Logan
brother William Logan
sister Mary wife of said John Sharp
Sarah Logan widow of brother James
witnesses D T Sweetlove, attorney at law & Joseph Sharp, papermaker, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Mar 1727
Catherine Love of Maidstone, widow, will dated 29 Sep 1716
property in Snave and Brenzett purchased from heirs of Stephen Brett, gentleman
niece Catherine Staple, only daughter of brother Benonie Finch, deceased, & wife of Joseph Staple of Woolwich, ship carpenter - executrix
cousin Mrs Thomazin Finch of Tenterden
cousin Edward Finch, son of cousin Richard Finch of Biddenden, gentleman
George son of said Catherine Staple <21
cousin Mr William Finch of Tenterden & his two daughters
said cousin Richard Finch, his wife & daughters Jane & Thomazin
cousin Mr William Finch of Maidstone & his wife
Ann Miller, Mr William Greene & his wife, Mrs Frances Cooper, widow, all of Maidstone
sons in law Mr Robert Love & Mr James Love
witnesses Wm. Munn - Martha Munn - John Munn.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Aug 1760
Daniel Love of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 14 Feb 1759
wife Ann
sister Mary Wachford
daughter Sarah wife of James Appleton of Liverpool, Lancashire, merchant
George son of brother George Love
John son of brother John Love
Jane daughter of brother John Love
Richard, John & William Frift, sons of Richard Frift
grandsons James, Daniel, Edward, William & Thomas Appleton
Samuel Eastchurch of Maidstone, gentleman & Richard Holloway of Maidstone, salesman - trustees & executors
witnesses Wm. Wilkins - Henry Waterman - Rich. Greenhill.
Codicil dated same day, no witnesses
Mr George Children, Mr David Polhill, Mr William Burbridge, Mr William Wedd
Mr Richard Holloway to be undertaker
Edward Tooth, William Gilbert.
5 Aug 1760 appeared personally William Mercer of Maidstone, wine merchant & Henry Waterman of Maidstone, gentleman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 12 Dec 1763
Ann Love of Maidstone, widow, will dated 16 Mar 1763
to be buried at Tonbridge
nephew George Children of Tonbridge, gentleman - trustee & executor
niece Elizabeth Children, daughter of late brother Markwick Children & Dorothy his wife
niece Ann wife of Richard Hills
niece Sarah wife of said George Children
brother Arthur deceased, sister Elizabeth deceased
goddaughter Elizabeth & Sarah, <21 daughters of said George Children
niece Elizabeth wife of William Wedd of Boughton Monchelsea, yeoman & their children Sarah, William, Richard & John <21
said William Wedd the elder
witnesses Rich'd Holloway - Henry Waterman - Fra. Lewis.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 29 Mar 1706
James Lowes of Maidstone & HMS Content, mariner, will dated 15 Jul 1702
wife Ann, executrix
witnesses Rob't Hancock - John James Gaches? - Tho. Freaton.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Aug 1832
John Malyn of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 4 Aug 1831
wife Sarah, executrix
witnesses Tho's Day, surgeon, Maidstone - John Little Saunton - George Pryer.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Jul 1846
Sarah Malyn, formerly of Maidstone, now of Speldhurst, widow, will dated 6 Jun 1846
Ebenezer Walter of Speldhurst, wheelwright - executor
niece Sophia wife of said Ebenezer Walter
Reverend E Jenkins of Maidstone, Minister
sister Martha Burfield
all children of brothers William, Samuel, Henry & Richard [Brown]
Sarah Brown widow of late brother Henry
nieces Esther Brown & Sarah Brown, daughters of brother Henry
Sophia Brown & Caroline Brown, daughters of brother William
witnesses Joseph Peacock, grocer, Lower Green, Speldhurst - Charles Field, clerk to Mess'rs Stone & Wall, solicitors, Tunbridge Wells.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Nov 1836
John Marsh of Maidstone, boot & shoe maker, will dated 5 Jan 1833
Thomas (William) Allen of Maidstone, builder - trustee & executor
son John <23 trustee & executor
wife Maria
children Mary Maria Marsh, Ann Marsh, Emily Marsh & John
witnesses Kno's King, solicitor, Maidstone - Thomas Nash Spong, solicitor, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Aug 1852
Maria Marsh of Maidstone, widow, will dated 28 May 1851
daughters Anna Maria Marsh & Louisa wife of Octavius George Perrott, Esquire - executrices
witnesses Alex'r Randall, banker & Samuel Mercer, gentleman, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Jun 1689
Richard Marsh of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 26 Apr 1689
to be buried at East Peckham
brother Charles & his wife
cousin Richard Wykes of Wadhurst, gentleman
cousin Mary wife of Mr Alexander Osborne
cousin Robert Webb of Maidstone, grocer - executor
witnesses Wm. Dixon - Rob't Claringbold - Wm. Blackman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Sep 1671
Marie Marshall of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 10 Apr 1671
Aunt Jane, nee Cox, wife of __ Williams of St Martins, wheeler
cousin Thomas Milway, eldest son & Ambrose Milway (<21), youngest son of my cousin Ambrose Milway of Maidstone
Anne wife of John Bigg of Farleigh
Sibella Beacon daughter of Theodore Beacon
Master Joseph Whiston
Dorothie Wilmott, Sibilla Simpson, Hester Boyce
Lady of Sir John Seyliard deceased & her children
2 daughters of Master Thomas Seyliard
Mistress Mary Studley wife of Joseph Studley
Master John Thatcher & his wife & five children
cousin Ambrose Milway & his wife Anne?
Aunt Mayers of London
Uncle .eringford of Edenbridge
friend Master Joseph Studley - executor
property in Edenbridge, Chiddingstone & Mersham
witnesses Ambrose Milway - Eliza Filmer her mark - John Thatcher.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Mar 1807
James Martin of Maidstone, shopkeeper, will dated 14 May 1798
daughter Susanna Martin - trustee & executrix
friend John Tomsett of Maidstone, shopkeeper - trustee & executor [died before probate]
son James
daughter Sal wife of William Large
daughter Ann wife of __ Wooding
daughter Fanny widow of James Wood
grandson James Palmer, <21 son of my daughter Mary deceased
witnesses Sam'l Giles of Maidstone, bricklayer - F? Slater, Att'y Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 May 1801
James Martin of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 22 Nov 1797
wife Mary - trustee & executrix
Joseph Martin of Maidstone, tayler & draper & Benjamin Martin of Maidstone, sadler - trustees
son James <21
friend William Gransden Sedgwick of Maidstone, stationer
witnesses Samson Manly - Tho's Tassell - Step'n Lamprey.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Dec 1848
Thomas Martin of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 12 Apr 1847
daughter Mary wife of Mark William Springett, beer house keeper, High Street, Maidstone
said son in law Mark William Springett - executor
witnesses Alfred Porter - James Head - R. Varty.
23 Nov 1848 Appeared personally Robinson Varty of Upper Stone Street, Maidstone, schoolmaster.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Feb 1837, admon to nephew Joseph Martin
Thomas Martin of Naidstone, tailor, will dated 26 Jan 1816
brother in law Joseph Martin of Maidstone, tailor & draper - executor [died before testator]
Joseph, Benjamin & Mary Elizabeth Martin, the 3 children of the said Joseph Martin
witnesses Cha's Topping - Edw. Post.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 Feb 1781
Robert Martin of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 13 Jun 1777
wife Mary, executrix
witnesses Ja's Somersell - Will'm Blackman his mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Jun 1680
John Mason of Maidstone, timber merchant, will undated
sons Stephen & Sylam, John, Nathaniel & Joseph (<21)
daughters Sarah, Elizabeth (<24) & Mary Mason (<24)
property in Boxley purchased from Mr Hayward Beale, & Maidstone
wife Sarah, executrix
friend Robert Saunders the younger of Maidstone, gentleman
witnesses Ger. Maplesden - William Finch - Rob't Saunders jun'r - Edw. Deare?
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Apr 1704
Sarah Mason of Maidstone, widow, will dated 16 Jul 1703
daughter Sarah wife of Arthur Harris, clerk
granddaughters Sarah, Elizabeth, Ann & Alicia Harris
grandsons Arthur, John & Thomas Harris
executrix of husband & administrator to daughter Elizabeth Mason deceased
sons Nathaniel, Joseph & Stephen
Mr David Fuller
son John - executor
witnesses Rob't Sanders - Robert Terry - D Fuller.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Oct 1750
John Mason of Maidstone, will dated 5 Dec 1749
wife Mary - guardian & executrix
Crown & Scepter etc. at Maidstone
property in Wrotham, Smarden & Peckham
tenant in Maidstone: James Appleton
sons John <21 & Nash (infant)
property from marriage settlement of my mother Mrs Anna Goodman deceased
daughter Anna <21
mother in law Mrs Mary Callant
brother in law Pelsant Reeves, Esquire & his wife my sister
brother Nash Mason
witnesses Robert Chester, Chancery Office - Hen. Jenkins, Boswell Court - Rob't Cawley, St Clements Church Yard.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Apr 1765
Mary Mason of Maidstone, widow, will dated 25 Jan 1764
son Nash Mason of Maidstone, Esquire - executor
property in West Borough Maidstone, Boxley, Loose, East Farleigh, Yalding, Brenchley, Stockbury, Lenham, Boughton Malherb, Ulcombe
estates of father John Callant, gentleman & mother Mrs Mary Callant deceased
tenants: John Baker, Edward Merrall, Thomas Fielder, John Godson, Lucy Coppin, Elizabeth Ilden (executrix of Shadrack Ilden deceased),
Daniel & Mary Kirby, Thomas Jefferys, John York, Isaac Dawson, Mary Mortimer, Edward Ellis, William Read, John Griffiths, James Appleton,
Francis Hall, William Green, Thomas Smith, John Collins, Mary Gravett widow, John Bennett
property in Boughton under Blean occupied by John Blaxland
"Crown & Scepter" & chamber above purchased from friend Richard Mussary
property in Boxley occupied by George May & John Brenchley, executors of will of Joseph Smalvel of Maidstone, brewer deceased
property in Smarden occupied by Stephen & Henry Otway, John Woolley & Richard Munn
lease from William Turner, Esquire, (other leases ...)
daughter Anna wife of Anthony Blomer of Maidstone, gentleman
brother in law Nash Mason of Clifford Street, Burlington gardens, Esquire
Mary Blomer daughter of Anthony & Anna
servant Mary Chown
witnesses Sam'l Stevenson - John Kent - Edward Argles jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 May 1769, adm'on to sister Anna Blomer
Nash Mason of Maidstone, Esquire, will dated 13 Feb 1764
mother Mary Mason - executrix [died before testator]
tenants David Polhill, William Mercer, John Rawlings
friend John Greenway of Middle Temple, London, gentleman - trustee
Anthony Blomer of Maidstone, gentleman & my sister Anna his wife
Uncle Nash Mason, Esquire
witnesses Robert Greenway, Brick Court, Middle Temple - John Wakers?, Essex Court, Middle Temple, peruke maker - Humphrey Jones, clerk to Mr
Greenway
Codicil dated 20 Jul 1764
witnesses Sam'l Stevenson - John Kent - Jno. Stevens.
13 Nov 1786 Adm'on to George Prentis, a creditor by bond. Anthony Blomer, administrator of his wife Anna, both deceased.
Mary wife of Isaac Mushey Teale (nee Blomer) the only child refused.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Dec 1849
James Mason of Maidstone, travelling hawker, will dated 28 Jul 1849 at Cardiff
all children
witnesses Thomas Evans, surgeon - Thomas Powell, 3 Grames Smith Cardiff - Pla? Jackson, Plas Newydd, Cardiff
24 Sep 1849 Appeared personally George William Collins Jackson of Plas Newydd, Neath, Glamorgan, Esquire, the writer of the will & witness
Admon to Adam Swan, maternal grandfather & guardian to Mary Ann, George & Elizabeth Mason, minors, children of the testator along with James
Mason, minor.
Mary Mason, widow their mother didn't appear.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Jan 1817
Robert Mason the elder of Maidstone, hoyman, will dated 4 Aug 1813
wife Ann, guardian of my younger children & executrix
witnesses Wm. Plane - John Heathorn - Hy. Heathorn.
Admon to son Robert & John William Goss, Esquire, two of the executors of Ann Mason, widow deceased (who died after the testator).
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Jan 1817
Ann Mason of Maidstone, widow of Robert Mason of Maidstone, hoyman, will dated 13 Jun 1816
son Robert, William Elgar of Maidstone, grocer & John William Goss of Bull Wharf, Upper Thames Street, Esquire - guardians, trustees & executors
children Ann, Martha, George & William <21
son Charles
witnesses Fra's Reb? Bertie - Matha Heathorn - Judith Heathorn.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jun 1848
Edward Mason of Maidstone, hoyman & brewer, will dated 12 Jun 1846
wife Mary, William Plane of Gravesend, brewer & William Jenness? of Chatham, gentleman - trustees & executors
sons Edward & Allen
witnesses H T? Wildes, solicitor, Maidstone & Wm. White his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Dec 1768
Ann Maynard of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 28 Apr 1761
sister Mary Maynard, spinster - executrix
tenants in Maidstone: Joseph Durrant, Nehemiah Wimble, William Fansett, Thomas Saywell, Collens, Thomas Reed, Thomas Bradley, Caleb Jemmett,
Stephen & Edward Prentis
property in Mersham late occupied by Edward Woryer?, now by my brother William
reference to Will of Edward Hunter of Maidstone, mercer deceased
brothers Robert, William & Stephen (executor)
William & Stephen, <21 sons of brother William
Ann & Mary, <21 eldest daughters of brother William
Elizabeth wife of brother William
Robert son of brother Stephen
Reverend Mr Israel Lewis, Minister of the Presbyterian Congregation at Maidstone
Elizabeth Borman, spinster
witnesses William Hatch - Rich'd Gammon - Tho. Willard.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 May 1783
Mary Maynard of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 28 Apr 1761
sister Ann Maynard, spinster - executrix
Note: this will appears to be very similar to that of her sister Ann Maynard, dated the same day, same witnesses.
Both sisters owned a half moiety in the same properties. See Ann's will for names as they are not repeated here.
Codicil dated 21 Feb 1769
sister Ann is now deceased
Elizabeth, Martha & Jane, the 3 youngest daughters of brother William, <21
wife of brother Stephen
Sarah Prentis, <21 daughter of Edward Prentis of Maidstone, timber merchant
brother William to be executor with brother Stephen
witnesses Wm. Is? Coast - Tho's Willard.
Codicil dated 30 Jan 1781
Rebecca wife of nephew Robert Maynard, & their daughter Elizabeth
niece Mary wife of John Myers & Jane their daughter
nieces Elizabeth, Martha & Jane Maynard
nephews William & Stephen Maynard
brother Stephen & Mary his wife
servant Mary Humphrey
the mother of my late servant Sarah Springate
niece Ann, daughter of brother William, is now deceased
witnesses Henry Timbury - Henry Groombridge.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Aug 1822
Elizabeth Medhurst of Maidstone, widow (of John), will dated 2 Nov 1807
relation Samuel Bennett of Malling, papermaker & his wife Rachell
lodger Moses Adams of Maidstone, weaver
Mr James Geere of Maidstone Barracks
Mr John Medhurst of Maidstone, sawyer, son of my last husband deceased
son in law Mr Thomas Reynolds of Maidstone, carpenter - executor
witnesses Robert Barnby, attorney Maidstone - Robert Smallman - James H. Geere.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Aug 1826
Jane Mercer of Maidstone, widow, will dated 12 Jun 1826
to be buried at Lenham
Henry Drayton of Maidstone, shopkeeper & Margaret his wife
Thomas Mason of Canterbury, brewer (executor) & Elizabeth his wife
Richard Sutton of Canterbury & Elizabeth his wife - executors
Miss Jane Sutton of Canterbury
James Abbott of Maidstone & Sarah his wife
Mrs Elizabeth Pell, John Mercer & Mra Mary Pearce, all of Maidstone
Thomas Smith of Dartford & his 2 children Valentine & Charlotte Smith
Eliza & Margaret, daughters of the said Henry & Margaret Drayton - residue
Miss Elizabeth Pell of Maidstone
witnesses Robert Sassell - James Potter, Maidstone - R. F. Mann, law stationer, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 Apr 1786 to Peggy, the surviving executrix
William Mercer of Maidstone, wine merchant, will dated 15 Jun 1781
daughters Jane & Peggy Mercer - executrices
witnesses Tho's Durrant Punnett - Geo. Burr - John Corrall.
19 Nov 1787 Admon of goods left unadministered by Peggy nee Mercer, wife of John Blake, granted to her husband & administrator.
4 Apr 1834 Admon to William Richard Morris of South Street, Finsbury Square, Middlesex, gentleman on behalf of Samuel Jones, John Jones, Thomas
Jones, Lewis Jones, Elizabeth Smith formerly Jones wife of Charles Smith, & Jane Clark formerly Jones wife of John Clark, limited to
property in Salehurst, Sussex.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 May 1821
Solomon Mercer of Maidstone, will dated 1820
wife Jane, executrix
John Mercer Cooper of Maidstone
Solomon Trowell of Tenterden, labourer
niece Mary Pearce of Maidstone
niece Elizabeth Pell of Maidstone
sister Elizabeth Trowell of Tenterden
William Pearce of Maidstone, poulterer
witnesses William Pearce - Richard Williams.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 May 1851
William Miller of Maidstone, tailor, will dated 8 Mar 1851
Thomas Standen & Richard Beeching - executors
housekeeper Jane Price
reputed son William Miller Price
witnesses John Cullam junior & Sam'l Geo. Johnson, clerks to Mr King, solicitor, Maidstone - John Pell senior Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Oct 1845
William Millingchamp of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 30 Jul 1845
wife Sophia, executrix
daughter Emma <21
witnesses Rich'd Hart, solicitor, Maidstone - William Hill his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 May 1736
Ann Miller of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 26 Nov 1735
nephews John & Henry Roberts of Iwade, yeomen
niece Elizabeth wife of __ Lond of Borden, blacksmith
Mercy Punnett, widow of William late of Rodmersham deceased, & her children Mercy, Mary, Elizabeth & William
Ann wife of Thomas Tomkin of Milton next Sittingbourne, blacksmith & her daughter Ann Tomkin
cousins William & James Tilden
Alicia wife of Richard Butterfield, gentleman & Elizabeth Savage, widow (executrix), daughters of Mr William Finch late of Maidstone,
apothecary deceased
poor of Maidstone & Bobbing
Mr Thomas Punnett & Mr Thomas Pidgeon
Elizabeth Finch, widow of said William Finch - executrix
witnesses Sam'l Fullagar - Josias Trigg.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Nov 1650 to Susanna Mills the widow
Christopher Mills of Maidstone, nuncupative will dated 10 Jun 1650
wife & children
witnesses Jeremy Fuller - mark of Joane Masters.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Jan 1854 to nephew John Jewell, the surviving executor
William Misson of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 20 Nov 1845
John Jewell & William Rawlings, both of Maidstone - trustees & executors
wife Frances
sisters Charlotte Rawlings, Ann Gowen, Jane Mortimer & Fanny Seaton
nephew John Jewell, son of John Stanford Jewell
John, William, Robert & Ellen Misson, children of my late brother John Misson
nephew William son of George Misson
reputed son William Misson Sells, son of Mary Sells
witnesses Radburn Clarke - Joseph Dear.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Sep 1856
William Misson of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 27 Nov 1855
wife Caroline Maria, executrix
witnesses William Baker, cordwainer & John Scoons, law stationer, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Aug 1706
Samuel Mittell of Maidstone, mercer, will dated 20 Aug 1700
wife Elizabeth, executrix
witnesses George Nichols - John Picknell - Rob't Taylor.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Apr 1815
Richard Moore of Maidstone, horse dealer, will dated 31 Aug 1794
wife Frances, executrix
witnesses Cha's Topping - Tho's Fuller.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Jan 1834
Robert Moore of Maidstone, ironfounder, will dated 3 Jun 1831
reference to Will of father William Moore of Maidstone, ironfounder deceased dated 1830
wife Anna Maria, executrix [Hannah Maria in probate]
witnesses H A Wildes - Wm. Woodman & B Harrison, clerks to Mess'rs Scudamore & Wildes.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Dec 1850
Joseph Langdon Morgan of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 30 Mar 1850
wife Ann, executrix
sons William, Joseph Richard & Charles
witnesses J S Cutbill, 8 Shacklewell Lane, West Hackney - George Spencer, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Feb 1855
Samuel Morris of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 14 Nov 1854
brothers Henry & Adam - executors
sisters Sarah & Catherine Morris
brother William
witnesses William Beale, solicitor, Maidstone - Edward Nye servant to Morris.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Mar 1653/4
Mathew Morse of Maidstone, woollen draper, will dated 4 Feb 1653/4
sister Margaret wife of Simon Stiles & her daughter Lucey Stiles
Ursula wife of John Tonge
wife Margaret, executrix
witnesses Robert Stapley - John Tong - James Sarys.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Feb 1850
John Mortlock of Maidstone, papermaker, will dated 17 Nov 1849
nieces Mary Wiles, Ann Wiles, Elizabeth Wiles & Mary Masters, all of Maidstone, spinsters
niece Emily wife of William Bonny of Maidstone, labourer
niece Amy wife of Matthew Comb of Maidstone, papermaker
niece Margaret Potter, widow of Maidstone
friend Mrs Elizabeth Pearson
nephews John & Charles Potter
nephew William Barton of Cambridge
friend William Pearson of Maidstone - executor
witnesses Edward Kirby & William Kirby, both papermakers of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Feb 1823
William Moseley of Maidstone, will dated 19 Aug 1819
children Sarah, George & Rebecca <21
wife Elizabeth, executrix
nephew George Wallis of Fulham, Middlesex - executor
witnesses Ambrose Wallis - James Marlow.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jul 1856 to widow
James Mandy of Maidstone, turnkey of Kent County Prisons, will dated 3 Nov 1845
wife Henrietta
reference to Will of father James Mandy deceased
daughter Ann Maria Mandy
brother Daniel Mandy of Footscray, builder - executor [died before probate]
witnesses Valentine Brown - Jno. Fancett.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Jan 1840
George Munn of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 27 Feb 1839
housekeeper Mary Hambelton
nephew Charles Munn
William Cobb of Maidstone, builder - executor
witnesses Will'm Taylor, King Street, Maidstone, writer - George Merrony, Brunswick Street, Maidstone, sawyer.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Mar 1595/6, admon to sister
Mathew Mylles of Maidstone, nuncupative will dated 20 Feb 1595/6
sister Elizabeth Warde alias Warden & her son Phillip Warde
witnesses James Francklyn & his wife Elizabeth, Will'm Page & his wife Joyce, John Willson, John Potkyn & his wife Alice & others.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Apr 1830
Elizabeth Neale of Maidstone, widow, will dated 22 Jun 1829
grandson Robert Swain, mariner
Bidingfield Wise of Thurnhm, farmer - executor
witnesses Jos'h Harrison - Rich'd Finn - Step'n Lamprey, solicitor Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jan 1718/9
Martha Newington of Maidstone, widow, will dated 3 Mar 1717/8
Mr Temple
son in law George Post & his wife Elizabeth my daughter
grandchildren Martha Post & John Post
son in law William Cruttenden & his wife Anne my daughter
daughters Anne Cruttenden & Elizabeth Post - executrices
witnesses Prudence Viney - William Upton - Hen. Dixon.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 31 Jul 1847
Richard Nicholson of Maidstone, printer, will dated 16 Oct 1841
wife Mary Frances, executrix
tenant Robert Collens the elder in Brewer Street
3 children Frances Amelia, Richard Thomas & George William Nicholson
witnesses Jonathan George Chapill - Edward Styles.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 31 May 1802
Elizabeth Nightingale of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 6 Sep 1799
sister Mary Nightingale who lives with me
sister in law Mary wife of my brother William Nightingale
Jonathan Bugg of New Broad Street, London, gentleman - executor
witnesses Rob't Edmeads - J. Smyth.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 24 Jul 1845
William Battyn Norton of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 3 Oct 1840
2 daughters Ann Norton & Elizabeth Turner, widow of James - executrices
witnesses Rich'd Hart, solicitor, Maidstone & Sam. G. Bunn his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 May 1806
Mary Oliver of Maidstone, will dated 31 May 1802
nephew George Benjamin Collett, brass founder of Flask Lane, St George, London - executor
to be buried at Lenham
Mr I. Springet
nephew Joseph Collett
niece Sarah Field
sister Martha Collett
late Mr George Collett
friend Mrs Stevenson & her daughters Mrs Sooney? Eliz. & Ann
nephew B. Field
friend Mr Dark
witnesses John File - George Archer.
Codicil dated 20 May 1804 (no witnesses)
5 May 1806 Appeared personally Martha Collett of Pimlico, Middlesex, widow & Joseph Collett of same place, gentleman
Testator had moved to Pimlico.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Jun 1838
Rebecca Oliver of Maidstone, widow, will dated 2 Jun 1837
daughters Elizabeth & Rebecca Oliver, spinsters - executrices
witnesses Jno. Monckton, solicitor, Maidstone - James Oliver, currier & Mary Ann Oliver, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Aug 1852 to James, the surviving executor
Edward Oliver the elder of High Street, Maidstone, currier, will dated 17 Oct 1838
son James & daughter Mary Ann Oliver - executor & executrix
witnesses Jno. Monckton, solicitor, Maidstone & Wm. Fancett his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 May 1849
Thomas Orford of Maidstone, mason, will dated 5 Mar 1849
wife Mary Ann
children Mary Ann, Sarah, Edward Israel (executor) & Eliza
friend Levi Ashdown of Maidstone, plumber - executor
witnesses William Winter - S G Reader, solicitor, Maidstone.
16 May 1849 Appeared personally Samuel Godding Reader of Maidstone, solicitor.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Mar 1804
Elizabeth Osborne of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 8 May 1798
uncle Robert Osborne
servant Elizabeth Billinghurst
friend John Taylor - executor
witnesses ....., surgeon - William Green jun'r - S. Slatter.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jul 1811
William Palmer of Maidstone, husbandman, will dated 11 May 1811
sister Elizabeth wife of John Lewis of Maidstone, carpenter - executrix
Charles Arnett of Maidstone, cordwainer - executor [renounced]
witness Wm. Giles.
1 Jul 1811 Appeared personally Charles Arnett of Maidstone, cordwainer ...
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Apr 1785
Thomas Durrant Punnett of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 2 Aug 1776
reference to Will of Samuel Chambers late of Peckham, Surrey, Esquire
mother Anne Punnett
Edward Payne, Esquire & John James, Esquire - trustees
wife Jane, executrix
witnesses Henry Mills - Geo. Burr - John Corrall - clerks to testator.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Apr 1829
Cordelia Parker of Rockley Hill, Maidstone, will dated 22 Aug 1828
niece Lucy wife of John Tilden of Ifield Court
niece Dorothy Sarah Reall & her daughter Eliza Reall
Cordelia wife of Charles Hughes
Eliza Lee daughter of Colonel Lee of the Royal Marines
Cordelia Tilden daughter of said John & Lucy Tilden
niece Frances daughter of Thomas & Mary Champion
nephew Thomas Styles
brother Thomas Alexander - executor
nieces Elizabeth & Ann Alexander
witnesses Grace Horton - Mary Johnson Treacher.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Mar 1816
Thomas Parks of Maidstone, yeoman, will dated 21 Jan 1813
grandsons William Cooper of Maidstone, labourer & Thomas Cooper of Bearsted, papermaker - executors
witnesses R'd Masters - W'm Wise.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 Jan 1784, admon to mother
John Parsons of Maidstone, bachelor, will dated 7 Jun 1782
mother Elizabeth Parsons
no witnesses
9 Jan 1784 Appeared personally Ann Lacy of Maidstone, spinster & Dorothea Lacy of same place, spinster. Testator died Oct 1783.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Mar 1748
Hannah Pauley of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 10 Jun 1746
nieces Deborah Savage, Matildow French, Will? Green, Ann Spire & Mary Wallter
nephew Thomas Stevenson
nephew John Savage - executor
witnesses Judeth Duke - Judith Seymour.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 May 1748
Jane Pawley of Maidstone, widow, will dated 2 May 1741
son Thomas
daughter Mary Pawley, executrix
witnesses Mary Stonehouse - Samuel Pond - John Mason.
Admon to son Thomas, administrator of Mary Pawley deceased who survived the testator.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Jul 1776
William Payne of Maidstone, butcher, will dated 28 Jul 1775
wife Elizabeth, executrix
witnesses Aaron Gant - John Outteridge - Ja's Somervell.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Dec 1853
Flower Pearce of Maidstone, single woman, will dated 27 Sep 1848
William White of Maidstone, gentleman - trustee & executor
sister Ann Pearce
nieces Ann wife of John Meek & Mary wife of said William White
Sarah Meek daughter of said John & Ann
Mary Ann White daughter of said William & Mary
witnesses Elizabeth Sutton - J H Saunders.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Mar 1837
Isaac Pearson of Maidstone, ironfounder, will dated 11 Sep 1836
wife Rebecca, executrix
witnesses James Page of Week Street - Adam Duncan Hawthorn, Key Street - S H Crawle - all of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Dec 1847
Sarah Peckham of Albion Street, Maidstone, spinster, will dated 29 Jun 1837
late servant Elizabeth Wiles
brother Richard Peckham of Beakesbourne, Esquire - executor
friend Robert Henry Bartholomew of New Inn, Middlesex, gentleman - executor
witnesses Ann Maria Horn - Henry Horn - F L Wollcaston.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Nov 1852
Gregory Page of Maidstone, schoolmaster, will dated 20 Aug 1852
wife Mary Margaret Miller Page - executrix
old friend Thomas Miller & my son William - executors
witnesses Charles Long Allwork, surgeon, King Street & James Clark, gentleman, Sandling Lane, both Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Aug 1618
Johanne Peene of Tovil, Maidstone, widow deceased, nuncupative will dated Aug 1617
son Thomas & other children
uttered at the house of Robert Jackson, Fanchurch Street, London
in the presence of Barbara Jackson wife of said Robert & Elizabeth Winterborne & others.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 sep 1724
John Peene of Maidstone, on board the Essex, Captain Henry Gearing, will dated 11 Sep 1723
sugar shipped on John and Judith, Francis Rodgers, Master
Mr John Rose of Jamaica
younger brother Joseph Peene of Maidstone
said Henry Gearing - executor
witnesses Hen. Barber - John Bird.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 May 1802
Thomas Pell of Maidstone, cooper, will dated 5 Feb 1802
wife Elizabeth
son Thomas Pell of Maidstone, cooper - executor
4 daughters Elizabeth Pell, Jane wife of William Overy, Ann wife of John Homewood & Sarah wife of Richard Colegate of Chatham
grandson Thomas Lulcock of Maidstone, taylor
Ann wife of William Hammond of Maidstone, plumber & glazier
said William Overy of Maidstone, plumber & glazier - executor
witnesses John Page - John Paine - Simon Rouse.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Feb 1768
William Penvall of Maidstone, waterman, will dated 30 Dec 1767
wife Elizabeth, executrix
witnesses Tho. Durrant Punnett - Fra. Lewis - Tho. Punnett.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 Jul 1806
William Penwall of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 23 Apr 1806
Allen Mason, hoyman; Robert Mason, hoyman & John Mason, victualler, all of Maidstone - executors
niece Ann wife of Edward Argles of Eastwood Hay, Hants.
friends Thomas & John day of Maidstone, surgeons
Mary Sumpter daughter of William & Elizabeth Sumpter
Thomas Sumpter of Chatham, cabinet maker
William Sumpter, apprentice to Peter Bumley? of Tooley Street, Southwark, Surrey, cabinet maker
George son of Robert Collens late of Maidstone, cornfactor
Francis Molloy of East Lane Kent Road, Surrey
Charles Sayer of Broad Street, Cheapside, London, wholesale grocer
Elizabeth wife of Stephen Kemsley the elder of H M Yeoman of the Guards
John Claggett of Charlotte Street, Whitechapel, London, permit writer
friends John Blake of Maidstone, wine merchant & George Burgess of Maidstone, corn merchant
friend Thomas Burgess of Milton next Sittingbourne, miller
witnesses Stephen Prentice - James Green - Jno. Jas. Cooke.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Jun 1855
George Peters of Maidstone, will dated 12 Dec 1843
wife Mary Ann, guardian of younger children & executrix
witnesses W. Pike - Mary Ann Peters jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jul 1806
John Pett of Tovill, Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 22 Oct 1800
son Phineas Pett [Doctor of Divinity] - executor
daughters Ann Pett & Elizabeth Pett - executrices
witnesses Geo. Burr - Cha's Hoar - Geo. Burr.
Codicil dated 22 Nov 1800
witnesses Geo. Burr - Rob. Barnby - Cha. Hoar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Dec 1814
Samuel Pettitt of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 4 Jul 1814
wife Ann, daughter Fanny Pettitt & brother William - trustees & executors
witnesses John Bunn - Tho's Wildes - H A wildes.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 31 Jul 1821
Elizabeth Pettitt of Maidstone, widow, will dated 27 Nov 1820
reference to Will of husband William Pettitt of Sutton Valence, gentleman
James Woollett of Sutton Valence, farmer - trustee
mother in law Isabella Dorset, widow
Fanny Pettitt, daughter in law of my friend & relative Mrs Ann Pettitt, widow
Maryanne & Susanna Pettitt, daughters of Jas? Pettitt
said Ann Pettitt, executrix
witness H A Rules, solicitor, Maidstone
Codicil dated 11 Dec 1820
Maria Pettitt
witness Elizabeth Sherwood.
12 Jul 1821 Appeared personally James Woollett of Sutton Valence, farmer & Elizabeth Sherwood of Bethersden, spinster.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Oct 1775
Sarah Phillips of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 13 Oct 1774
niece Mary Edwards, daughter of my sister Margaret Onion & wife of Edward Edwards late of Boughton, Cheshire but now of Lancaster, currier
nieces Sarah & Mary Collison now in London, daughters of my sister Mary Collison
nephew Thomas Collison their brother
William Harding of Teston - executor
witnesses Tho's Brattle - John Beavan.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Apr 1796
George Philpott of Tovil, Maidstone, will dated 15 Feb 1794
son George, executor
witnesses J Slatter - Benj'n Ruck.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Dec 1734
Edward Pierce of Maidstone, ironmonger, will dated 5 Feb 1731
daughter Elizabeth & son Edward <21
Mrs Judith Duke & Mr Josias Colvill - trustees
eldest son Joseph - executor
witnesses Thomas Gifford - Anthony Rugg.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Jul 1853
John Pike of Maidstone, licenced victualler, will dated 3 Jun 1853
james Fanchon of Maidstone, farmer, Edward Gandy of Maidstone, schoolmaster & my wife Mary - trustees & executors
children John Warrick Pike & William Frederick Pike <21
Mr Alexander Randall of Maidstone, banker
sister Mary Ann Pike
witnesses Henry Lewis, draper & John Johnson, sadler, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Mar 1772
John Pine of Maidstone, will dated 26 May 1767
sister Austen
John Wiche, son in law to bro Thomas Pine deceased
niece Harriet Burton
servant Elizabeth Royce
wife Mary - executrix
property in Maidstone & Otham occupied by Simon Pine, Edward Pine & myself
tenants Henry Bishop & Joseph King
brothers Simon & Robert
Thomas, Edward, John & Mary Pine, children of brother Thomas deceased
cousin Edward Pine
Thomas, Simon, Mary & Elizabeth Pine, children of my brother Simon
witnesses John Barden - Thomas Alexander - Ann Hachell.
23 Sep 1778 Admon to Thomas Pine the nephew & executor of Mary Pine the widow now deceased.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Sep 1778
Mary Pine of Maidstone, widow, will dated 23 Jun 1773
Mary Parks daughter of Thomas Parks of Romford, Essex deceased
servant Elizabeth Royce
husband's brother Simon Pine
cousin Mary wife of __ Seaghurst of Bredgate, mason & her 3 sons
cousin Mary wife of __ Saxby of Milton, mason
cousin Silvester wife of __ Tyler of Bredgate, schoolmaster
cousin Mary wife of William Mantle of West Malling
sister Mary Austen
nephew Thomas Pine of Maidstone, grocer - executor
witnesses Sarah Fanchon - Jno. Roffe.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 8 Oct 1779
Robert Pine of Maidstone, surgeon, will dated 22 Aug 1772
sister Hannah Austen, widow
nephew John Parks <21
wife Mary, executrix
property at Icklesham, Sussex occupied by Thomas Colegate
property in Maidstone & Otham occupied by 3 nephews Thomas, Edward & John Pine
brother Simon
nephew Thomas Pine - trustee
witnesses Wm. Roffe - Edw'd Ellis - Geo. Woltry?
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Aug 1789
Simon Pine of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 11 Jul 1786
daughters Elizabeth & Mary Pine
son Thomas - executor
property in Smarden occupied by Thomas Fleet & Philip Sa...
son Simon
witnesses Jno. Roffe - Mary Field - Tho's Wilmott.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Jul 1789
John Pine of Tovil, Maidstone, papermaker, will dated 21 Mar 1789
brother Thomas Pine of Maidstone, stationer & brother in law Benjamin Chilley of Brompton, Gillinham, gentleman - trustees, guardians & executors
property in Maidstone & Otham occupied by brother Edward & nephew Robert Pine
tenants Joseph Selling & John Francis
6 children John, Thomas, Benjamin Chilley, Elizabeth, Ann & Mary <21
wife Elizabeth, guardian
lease from William Hampso? Walter, Esquire
witnesses John Wiche - Jane Wiche - Tho. Wildes.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Mar 1855
Rose Pine of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 15 Dec 1853
sister Mary Pine - trustee & executrix [died before probate]
Edward Holland Brett of Birling, grocer - trustee & executor
nephew Robert Pine
Sarah Pine, widow of my brother Thomas
nephews Edward Davis, Frederick Pine & William Pine
witnesses Silas Norton, solicitor, Maidstone & Bradbury Norton his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Mar 1855
Mary Pine of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 15 Dec 1853
sister Rose Pine - trustee & executrix [died before probate]
Edward Holland Brett of Birling, grocer - trustee & executor
nephew Robert Pine
Sarah Pine, widow of my brother Thomas
nephews Edward Davis, Frederick Pine & William Pine
witnesses Silas Norton, solicitor, Maidstone & Bradbury Norton his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 29 Apr 1806
Thomas Pine of Maidstone, stationer, will dated 28 Oct 1796
friend Benjamin Chilley of Rochester, gentleman - trustee & executor
nephews John Pine of Tovil, Maidstone, papermaker & Thomas Pine of Maidstone, stationer, sons of brother John of Tovil, papermaker deceased -
trustees & executors
niece Mary Evans, daughter of Reverend John Wiche of Maidstone deceased, & wife of Reverend John Evans of Mile End, London
& her sister Jane Wiche & her brother Thomas Wiche
nephew James Pine & his sisters Elizabeth Burton, Hariett Pine, Sarah Pine & Mary Pine, children of my brother Edward
nephew William Limbry Grosvenor, son of my sister Mary wife of William Limbry Grosvenor
brother Edward
said sister Mary Grosvenor
servant Lidia George
Benjamin Chilley Pine, Ann Pine & Mary Pine, other children of said brother John deceased
witnesses Tho's Paris sen'r - Tho's Alexander - Tho's Paris jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 12 Nov 1782
David Polhill of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 2 Jul 1782
son William & daughter Helen Polhill
tenants John Williams & __ Bond, John Goward
wife Helen, executrix
witnesses Tho's Day - Tho. Durrant Punnett - Geo Burr.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Sep 1797
Hannah Polhill of Maidstone, widow, will dated 31 Oct 1791
daughter Hannah wife of Reverend Abraham Harris & her children
said Abraham Harris
brothers George Harris of Maidstone, Joseph Harris & Arthur Harris
sister Mary wife of James Tonge
Elizabeth Harris daughter of said brother Arthur
brother George, James Tonge of Chatham & John Tonge of Sittingbourne - trustees & executors
witnesses Ben. Gurden - Mary Gurden.
Codicil dated 23 Feb 1797
brother Joseph Harris died 10 Feb 1797
witnesses Tho's Cooper - Rich'd Haffenden.
Codicil dated 29 Mar 1797
sister in law Mrs Jos'a Harris & old friend Mrs Fanny Thomas
witnesses Tho's Cooper - Rich'd Haffenden.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Jun 1817
Thomas Poole of Maidstone, hatter, will dated 11 Nov 1815
niece Hester Poole daughter of my brother James
nephew George Hulburd of Maidstone, hatter - executor
witnesses Edw'd Ellis - Tho's Sweetlove - Geo Burr.
Codicil dated 25 Mar 1817
niece Sarah Jefferys now residing with me
household goods formerly the property of the late Christopher Hull
witnesses Tho's Day - Geo Burr - Geo Burr jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 12 May 1824
James Poole the elder of Maidstone, draper, will dated 8 May 1822
wife Hester, daughter Frances Elizabeth Poole & son James - executors
marriage settlement dated 14 Sep 1776
3 daughters Hester, Frances Elizabeth & Charlotte Poole
witnesses Geo Burr jun'r, solicitor, Maidstone & J G Shorter his clerk.
Note: at probate daughter Frances Elizabeth is now wife of Charles Topping.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Sep 1847
James Poole of Maidstone, draper, will dated 5 Jul 1842
sisters Hester Poole of Maidstone, Frances Elizabeth wife of Charles Topping of Maidstone, gentleman & Charlotte Poole of Maidstone - executices
relation George Hulburd of Maidstone, hatter - executor
Sarah Barber daughter of John Barber formerly of Westwell, farmer
witnesses Cha's Scudamore, solicitor Maidstone - Frederick Scudamore, solicitor, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Aug 1850
Hester Poole of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 30 Aug 1847
sisters Charlotte Poole & Frances Elizabeth wife of Charles Topping of Maidstone, gentleman - executrices
George Hulburd eldest son of George Hulburd of Maidstone, hatter
Sarah Tapper daughter of John Henry Tapper of Holloway, Middlesex, woollen draper
George Hulburd the elder - executor
witnesses Cha's Scudamore, solicitor, Maidstone - Henry Bayley, draper, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Feb 1653/4
John Pope of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 14 Jun 1653
father John Pope of Hawkhurst, yeoman deceased
daughter Elizabeth Rogers
son John <24
my chamber at Cliffords Inn, London
David Robinson son of my sister Katherine
wife Elizabeth, executrix
properties at Hawkhurst occupied by Bartholomew Fuller, Richard Worsley, Widow Pray, William Borman, Richard Reynolds & Timothy Weller
sister Elizabeth Tyler, widow
nephew John Pope, son of my brother Edward deceased, & his sister Elizabeth
lease at South Mimms, Middlesex occupied by Richard Barnerd
property in Hartlip
Robert Hardwyn, Margery Wolfe, widow & Richard Brooke, gentleman
witnesses Nic. Dowthwaite - Richard Graham - Francis Deane.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 May 1837
Thomas Pope of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 2 Aug 1830
Uncle Horatio Pope of Fant Court, Maidstone & John Hollingworth of Turkey Mill, Esquire - executors
father Thomas Blissett Pope
Marian Hollingworth, daughter of the said John Hollingworth
Catherine, Mary Anne, Ellen Montague Pope, William, Montague & __ Pope, the 6 children of my uncle Reverend Robert Pope
John, Margaret, Marshall, Horatio, Edward, Lucy, Emma, Rosamond, Clari, Lewis & Isabell Hollingworth, 11 children of the said John
old nurse Mrs Mary Spratt of the Common, Rochester
John Arthur, Robert Milton, Susan Cozens & Charles Sully
witness William Beale, solicitor, Maidstone.
19 Apr 1837 Appeared personally Charles Hoar of Maidstone, gentleman re handwriting.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Feb 1778
Elizabeth Pope of Maidstone, widow, will dated 4 Feb 1777
niece Jane Wattell of Maidstone, daughter of Thomas Wattell of Maidstone, gardener - executrix
witnesses Elizabeth Tooth - Henry Mills - Henry Cutbush.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 Feb 1767
John Pope of Maidstone, upholder, will dated 9 Dec 1765
wife Elizabeth, executrix
sister Anne wife of Edward Gossling of Maidstone
brothers Thomas, Matthew, Robert, Hollands & Peter Pope
Jane Wattell, daughter of Thomas Wattell of Maidstone, gardener
witnesses Fra. Lewis - Tho. Durrant Punnett - Tho. Punnett.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Feb 1634/5
William Post of Maidstone, cloth worker, will dated 11 Sep 1632
sons Thomas, William (executor) & John
wife Patience, executrix
witnesses Henry Coopar - Nicholas Moyse - Chr. Crispe, notary public.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Feb 1791
George Post of Maidstone, distiller, will dated 18 Oct 1790
wife Judith
son George, executor
son in law George Burr (executor) & his wife Mary
daughter Judith Post
witnesses John King - William Jefferys - John Lamprey.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Sep 1595
John Potkin of Maidstone, yeoman, will dated 22 Feb 1595
wife Ann
wife's brother William Jefferye, gentleman
Robert, son of my brother Richard, <20
brother Richard of Faversham
brother Timothy, executor
John Potkin of Maidstone, overseer
witnesses John Denbowle - mark of John Potkinge, maltman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 May 1850
Elizabeth Potter of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 5 Oct 1846
nephew Samuel Potter of Tenterden & William Alexander Reeves of Maidstone - executors
children of nephew John Potter, deceased & nieces Mrs Elizabeth Oyler & Mrs Matilda Reeves (wife of said William Alexander), both deceased
to be buried at Cranbrook near my 2 brothers
children of late brother John of Cranbrook
William Perrin & Thomas Perrin of Headcorn
witnesses John Cruttenden - George Elliott.
14 May 1850 Appeared personally John Cruttenden of Maidstone, plumber.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Nov 1724
John Potter of Loddington, Maidstone, yeoman, will dated 19 Oct 1724
brother in law Elias Gilbert & his wife Mary my sister (executrix)
property in Chart Sutton occupied by William Smith
sister Sarah wife of John Knell of Cranbrook & their children John & Anne Knell <21
witnesses John Gull - Tho. Dove - Hen. Dixon.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 18 Mar 1813
Thomas Potter of Maidstone, oyster seller, will dated 25 Jul 1811
wife Elizabeth, executrix
witnesses Sam. Foulds - C. Lavender - Tho's Bence.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Nov 1836
Thomas Powell of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 22 Jun 1835
wife Ann
property at 31 King Street occupied by Mr Nicholson
Thomas Kennett of 80 Cornhill, London, solicitor - executor
Thomas Lintott of Maidstone, schoolmaster
William Wright junior of Maidstone, baker - executor
witnesses John Laker - Geo. H. Twitchell - Eleanor Mary Kennett, King Street, all of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Jun 1840
George Powell of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 27 Oct 1839
wife Mary - trustee & executrix
nephew Samuel Powell the younger of Knaresborough, York, solicitor - trustee & executor
sister Mary Powell of Knaresborough
brothers Samuel of Knaresborough, William of Wetherby & Hugh of Boroughbridge, York
Ann wife of brother Samuel
witnesses William Sedgwick, surgeon, Maidstone - Charles Powell - Sarah Baker.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 22 May 1719
Dame Frances Powell of Maidstone, widow, will dated 20 Aug 1714
to be buried at Boughton Monchelsea
daughter Mrs Ann Breton
granddaughter Mrs Frances Newington
grandson Leonard Powell <21
son Robert Powell, Esquire - executor
witnesses Eliz. Powell - James Clitherow - Eliz. Pratt.
Codicil dated 20 Jun 1718 (no witnesses)
ring of Sir Nathaniel Powell's hair
Mrs Keble & Mr Ling
servant Mary Glasier
23 May 1719 Appeared personally Robert Powell of Wyerton, Boughton Monchelsea, Esquire, the son & executor.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Jul 1776
John Powell of Maidstone, house carpenter, will dated 23 Mar 1776
friends Richard Peale of Maidstone, surgeon & Clement Taylor the younger of Maidstone, papermaker - trustees & executors
Goldsmith, a tenant at Boxley
wife Mary
sons James & John
witnesses Sackv'a Roffe - Wm. Lavender - John Roffe.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Aug 1833
Sarah Prentis of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 12 Jun 1824
niece Phebe Prentis, daughter of my late brother Walter, & her brothers Walter, Edward, Henry & Stephen
niece Elizabeth Lewis of East Farleigh, widow
nephews John Prentis Henslow & Edward Prentis Henslow & their sisters Ann & Frances Henslow
servants Charles & Mary French, Nelly Barton, Fanny Ashdown
Ann Sweetman of Rochester
said nephew Henry Prentis - executor
witnesses Stephen Prentis & George Prentis, wine merchants of Maidstone.
Codicil dated 1 Jan 1832
niece Phebe now the wife of Thomas Seaton
legacy from the Will of late friend Mrs Roddy of Islington, London
Esther Adams now living with me
Edward Norton of Colebrooke Row, Islington - second executor
witnesses Israel H Lewis of East Farleigh - Robert Cooper of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Feb 1770
Susanna Prosser of Maidstone, widow, will dated Jan 1763
nephew Matthew Hammond, a lath cleaver at Brenkley
niece Elizabeth Ford
Elizabeth Mears, <21 daughter of Charles & Mary Mears
cousin Elizabeth Houtton/Houston of London
said Charles & Mary Mears
Mary Usher daughter of my cousin Mary Crawford
cousin Mary Crawford wife of John - executrix
Reverend Mr Herbert Jenkins
witnesses Thomas Hall - Rich'd Adams - Edw'd Pierce.
Codicil dated 16 Jan 1763 (no witnesses)
Mrs Jenkins, Mrs Shepherd, Mrs Gibbons of Marden, Mrs Savage, Mrs Thomson widow of Dr Thomson
Mr Robert Beauly & Mr Birch, the two porters, Mr James Grill, Mr Barvin or his son, Mr Masters, Mr Collins, Mr Wimble, Mr Sanns
Mrs Broad.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Oct 1852
Thomas Prosser of Maidstone, engineer, will dated 24 Nov 1849
sons John & Edward & daughter Mary Prosser - trustees & executors
wife Susannah
9 children: Thomas, said Mary, Catherine wife of William Holt, said John, James, said Edward, Ann, Joseph & Maria
witnesses John C.... jun'r & Henry? Mills, clerks to M King, solicitor, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Sep 1810
Jane Punnett of Maidstone, widow of Thomas Durrant Punnett, gentleman, will dated 14 Apr 1792
to be buried at Hunton near my husband
mother in law Mrs Anne Punnett
uncle Mr John Usborne & his children Chambers, Edward & Elizabeth Usborne
Thomas, Wilmot & Ann Lambert, children of my late uncle Mr Daniel Lambert
Eleanor & Mary, spinster daughters of my late uncle Mr Michael Hodgson
servant Elizabeth Valentine
Mr Daniel Lambert Of Martins Lane, Cannon Street, London, merchant - executor
sister Caroline Hodgson, spinster - executrix
witnesses Geo. Burr - Cha. Topping.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Jun 1650 to John Lambe
John Lambe of Maidstone, will dated 2 Aug 1648
son Francklyn Lambe - executor
grandson John Lambe son of said Francklyn
cousin Hills, cousin Ward
witnesses Ga... Dudley, Peter Boteler, mark of Milred Clarke of Lews, mark of Anne Startup of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 29 Nov 1765
Henry Rand of Maidstone, clerk, will dated 15 Oct 1765
Wickling
cousin Walter Post, Rector of Great Cheverell, Wiltshire
cousin Edward Stanley of Rathbone Place, Esquire & Ann & Sarah Stanley his sisters
Mary Barling, widow of James Barling of Maidstone
servants Daniel Kingsnorth & Elizabeth Kingsnorth (executrix)
cousin Tabitha Margaretta Banks, wife of John late of St Clement Dane, Strand, Middlesex, coffeeman
property in Westminster
cousin George May of Maidstone, brewer
no witnesses.
25 Nov 1765 Appeared personally Thomas Argles of Maidstone, upholsterer & William Eagles of Bearsted, weaver.
Testator died 3 November 1765.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Jul 1838 Admon to Jane
William Randall of 16, Gabriels Hill, Maidstone, shoemaker, will dated 1 Jan 1836
also of Grove House, Picking Street, Loose & Pested Barrs, Boughton, hop planter
George Randall & Clarissa wife of James Carrison - my children by my first wife Mary Ann daughter of William Jones of Kentish Town, Esquire
present wife Jane, daughter of Thomas Waterman of Tonbridge - trustee
William, eldest son by my second wife Frances, daughter of William Collison of Boxley - trustee
William Oliver of Week Street, Maidstone, currier - trustee
Mr Mainard at Tunbridge Wells
my 3 sons by wife Frances, baptised at Maidstone: 1823 Oct 1 William, 1823? Jan 12 Frederick William & 1826 Jul 30 Henry William
witnesses George Wakeford - Wm. Gimpson - George Nye.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Feb 1812
William Randall of Maidstone, will dated 24 Nov 1809
William Coleman of Boughton Malherbe, gentleman & John Springet of Maidstone, linen draper - trustees & executors
daughter Elizabeth Randall of Maidstone - trustee & executrix
nieces Sarah & Jane Randall & nephew Alex'r Randall <23
son Jn. A.
wife Sarah
children of late brother Jame(s)
witnesses Mary Chalk - Tho's Wildes - Edw'd Wildes.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Sep 1847
Mary Randall wife of Alexander Randall of Maidstone, Esquire, will dated 31 Jul 1839
Will of late uncle Thomas Chambers of Walworth, Surrey, Esquire dated 5 Jan 1822
husband Alexander - executor
witnesses J C Stephens, solicitor, Maidstone & John Barnaby jun'r his clerk.
24 Sep 1847 Appeared personally John Cribb Stephens of Maidstone, solicitor.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 26 Mar 1767
John Rawlings of Maidstone, bricklayer, will dated 7 Jan 1765
to be buried near Mother Angles
wife Mary, executrix
nephew Samuel Giles & his sons Samuel & John <21
tenants Mr Thomas Pope the younger, Widow Dane, Joseph Fisher, John Munns, Widow Tyrrell & Robert Bewley
nephews John Scott & Nicholas Scott
Joseph Sutton
wife's nephew Robert Waterman
Jane wife of George Prentis, carpenter
witnesses Jno. Rhodes - Tho's Munn - Tho's Simmonds.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Nov 1850
William Rawlings of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 13 May 1836
wife Charlotte, executrix
witnesses William Dedrick - William Misson - Radburn Clarke.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Jan 1775
Mary Rawlings of Maidstone, widow, will dated 5 Dec 1774
sisters Jane Baytop, widow & Ann Pierce, widow
manor of Little Aydhurst, Staplehurst occupied by George Gransbury
property in Doddington
George Prentis of Maidstone, carpenter, residue - executor
brother Amos Angles
nieces Jemima & Jane Angles
nephews John Waterman, Robert Waterman & his wife, Thomas Waterman & his wife, Thomas Baytop & Elizabeth his wife
Nicholas son of John & Martha Scott
Samuel Giles & Elizabeth his wife (late Scott)
Martha wife of Richard Allingham (late Scott)
Mary wife of John Inatt (late Scott)
Elizabeth wife of James Hickmott
Nicholas Winder
witnesses Abl. Gosling - Charles Cutbush - R. Parker. (signed Mary Rawlins)
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Aug 1782
Sarah Read of Maidstone, widow, will dated 22 Jan 1782
Stephen Read, brother of my late husband Thomas Read - executor
neighbour John Tyrrell, carpenter & ironmonger
godson Thomas Rich son of Thomas & Elizabeth Rich of Brompton
Mary Cabbell of Maidstone, spinster
witnesses H. Groombridge - J. Cabbell - Ja's Honey.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Sep 1803
Stephen Read of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 27 May 1784
wife Elizabeth, executrix
property in Staple occupied by John Gridge
witnesses Tho. Durrant Punnett - Geo. Burr.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Aug 1815
Elizabeth Read of Maidstone, widow, will dated 9 Sep 1814
property in Staple
John Knott of Goodnestone next Wingham, blacksmith
great niece Elizabeth Read Frost, <21 daughter (by a former husband) of Mary Ann Cottingham wife of William
said niece Mary Ann Cottingham
former servant Sally Watson
nephew Stephen Read Elms (son of my sister Hannah)
niece Elizabeth Dunn
Elizabeth wife of John Tyrrell of Maidstone, ironmonger
portrait of Mr Rayzell
godson Walter son of John & Barbara Wilson of Hunton
Sarah Tyrrell daughter of Sarah Tyrrell of Maidstone, widow
cousin William Whitnall of New Street, Dover
friend Frances widow of Mr William Heather late of City of London, stationer
Mr John Cullin of Park Lane, London
friend Mr James Collings of Maidstone, wine merchant
Elizabeth wife of Thomas Wood, John Cavell of Deal, victualler & Jane wife of Valentine Read
Mary Johnson & Jane Marsh, children of Mary Gardiner deceased
Sarah, Harriett & Catherine Cavell, children of Henry Cavell deceased
Henry & Joel, sons of William cavell deceased
Thomas & Mary Butteress, children of Sarah Read Butteress deceased
William son of John & Elizabeth Knott of Sandwich
Elizabeth West of Bishopsbourne, widow & sister of said William Knott
Elizabeth Knott daughter of Thomas Knott of Dover, brother of said William
sisters Sarah wife of Richard Dunn, Ann Dunn & Hannah wife of William Carder of Deal, pilot
niece Elizabeth wife of John Jenkins (daughter of Sarah Dunn) & her illegitimate daughter Sarah Dunn
John Springet, banker; John Ruck, bricklayer & William Overy, plumber, all of Maidstone - trustees & executors
witnesses Elizabeth Tyrrell - Susanna Tyrrell - Wm. Giles, clerk to Mr Cooke, solicitor - all of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 17 Dec 1846
Cordelia Reeve of Maidstone, widow of Reverend James Reeve, will dated 1 Oct 1844
servants Ann Wilson, Elizabeth Loft, Thomas Coast, farmer & groom James Dunn
Thomas Day, surgeon, Charles & Frederick Scudamore, solicitors, all of Maidstone
Will of husband dated 21 Apr 1837 re Ann Jorden, George Reeve Denyer, Edward Alfree & William Russell Parker (legacies confirmed)
friend Reverend Thomas Harrison of Maidstone, clerk - executor
witnesses Thomas Simmons - Denny? Newman?, clerk to Messrs Scudamore.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 Dec 1679
Abraham Reeve of Maidstone, blacksmith, nuncupative will dated 12 Sep 1679
son Benjamin, executor
son Abraham & daughter Frances Reeve
wife Sarah
witnesses Abraham King - Anne King - mark of Margaret Cutbush.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Nov 1750
John Reeve of Maidstone, vintner, will dated 15 Mar 1734
son Richard, executor
son James by Elizabeth my late wife deceased
witnesses Tho's Hope - Jo'n Vethersole.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 31 May 1842
Bennett Relf of Maidstone, carpenter, will dated 20 Jul 1835
wife Martha, executrix
witnesses James Harrison - Joseph James Langley - Charles Laplain.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Feb 1849
Martha Relf of Maidstone, widow, will dated 16 Sep 1843
daughter Martha Relf, executrix
witnesses Charles Laplain - Edward Styles - George Waters.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 May 1651
John Rich of Maidstone, yeoman, will dated 21 Jan 1642/3
son John & daughters Dorothie & Catherine
son Robert, executor
wife Anne, executrix [died before probate]
witnesses Thomas Elmeston - Robert Joye - George Denley.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Mar 1842
James Ring of Maidstone, farmer, will dated 20 Nov 1841
wife Mary, executrix
Sophia wife of son George
son Mark
witnesses Jno. Case, solicitor, Maidstone & J T White his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Nov 1849
Sarah Rose of Maidstone, widow, will dated 3 Oct 1845
friend William Dickeson of Maidstone, carver - executor
daughter Caroline Rachell wife of John Rawlinson
witnesses H Stephens, solicitor, Maidstone & John Barnaby his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 Oct 1804
Benjamin Ruck of Maidstone, bricklayer, will dated 5 May 1803
wife Hannah & John Holloway of Maidstone, fruiterer - executors
witnesses Will'm Charles - John Carter - Robert Barnby.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 12 Feb 1807
Catherine Rugg of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 19 Mar 1801
nephew John Stone, executor
nephews Robert & Arthur Stone
nephews Robert, John & George Rugg
nieces Ann, Patience & Catherine Rugg
Sarah Gray daughter of late niece Patience Gray
witnesses Geo. Burr - Cha. Hoar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Feb 1764
John Russell of Maidstone, clerk, will dated 7 Jul 1753
wife Susanna, executrix
witnesses Jere. Curteis - Sam'l Eastchurch.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Apr 1832
Robert Russell of Maidstone, will dated 17 Dec 1830
nephews Robert George Russell, butcher of St Sepulchre, Middlesex & Isaac Russell of Stone Street, Maidstone, sons of George & Sarah of Newport
Market - executors
Eliza wife of William Seekings, butcher of St Anns, Middlesex
property purchased from Mr Stephen Page Seager
nephew Richard Russell, son of said George & Sarah
property in Boughton Monchelsea
witnesses Henry Lancaster - Thomas Chittenden.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 May 1815
John Russell of Maidstone, gentleman (bachelor), will dated 24 Sep 1810
mother Sarah Russell, executrix [died before testator]
property in Bearsted occupied by __ Fill
Lydia Baker daughter of Thomas Baker late of Boxley, now of Knightrider Street, Maidstone
Thomas Beaule of Bearsted, gentleman
servant John Page
mother's servant Mary Morfett
witnesses Tho's Day - Wm Edmeads - Wm Scudamore.
Adm'on to Sarah wife of Stephen Prentis & Rebecca wife of John Newington Hughes, the sisters.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Jan 1839
Anna Margaret Sanders of Maidstone, widow, will dated 2 Jan 1839
brother Reverend Peter John Watherston of Hadleigh, Essex, clerk - guardian & executor
daughter Anna Catherine Sanders <21
witnesses Margaret Hooper - James Joseph Power - Sophia Friend.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 1 Nov 1845
Edward Sanders of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 21 Jan 1845
wife Catherine, son Godfrey & son in law Edward Russell - executors
witnesses J C Stephens, solicitor, Maidstone & John Barnaby his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 10 May 1841
Elizabeth Sarles of Maidstone, widow, will dated 14 Mar 1840
barge called Elizabeth of Rochester
children John, Henry, Mildred Newman, widow & Sarah wife of Alfred Piper
Thomas Pybus & James Pybus, timber merchants of Maidstone - executors
witnesses Clem. T Smythe, solicitor, Maidstone & Edw. Giles his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Nov 1741
Charles Saunders of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 6 Nov 1739
Mary Jackson, widow of Samuel Jackson, barber of Maidstone
Mrs Elizabeth Graham
niece Anna French of Maidstone, spinster - executrix
witnesses Martha Bishop - Susanna Bishop - John Mason.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Feb 1849
Elizabeth Saunders of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 3 Jan 1849
Thomas Bunyard of Maidstone, nursery & seedman - executor
nephews Selby Norton & Selby of West Malling, gentlemen
friend Ann Relf of the Mote Road, Maidstone & her daughter Ann wife of William Philpot of Knightsbridge, Middlesex, watch maker
sons of my brother James
nephews William, Thomas, James, Richard & John Saunders, sons of my brother William deceased
witnesses Edward Hoar, solicitor, Maidstone & Tho's Pearce his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 27 Nov 1675
Alice Saunders of Maidstone, widow, will dated 5 Nov 1675
son William
daughters Mary & Martha
sons in law Mr Benjamin Hatley, Mr William Turner & Mr Christopher Mills
maid Mary Bassock
sister Upton
god daughter Mrs Alice Saunders
son Robert, executor
property in Maidstone, Boxley & Sutton
witnesses Elizabeth Daw - Oliver Bills?
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Feb 1732/3 to Alicia
Ann Saunders of Maidstone, widow, will dated 9 Nov 1732
sons Richard & Robert
sons in law Curteis & Fuller
5 grandchildren the Curteis's & grandson Fuller
god daughter Mary Curteis
Mr Matthew Chandler
daughters Alicia, Elizabeth & Mary Saunders - executrices
Francis Curteis
granddaughters Anne & Martha Curteis
maid Mary Lane
witnesses Prisca? Elesher Robertson - Tho's Stevenson - Edward Green.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Dec 1784
Elizabeth Sckoones of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 20 Jul 1778
niece Elizabeth wife of Thomas Tanner of Aylesford, husbandman
wife of William Tanner her brother
nephews Thomas, Edward & William Tanner, children of my late sister Mary Tanner of Aylesford
witnesses John Baily - Richard Court.
Admon to Thomas Tanner & Elizabeth Tanner, spinster, the nephew & niece & residuary legatees.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 May 1856
Charles Scudamore of Maidstone, attorney, will dated 29 May 1841
wife Harriet de Salis Scudamore
brother Frederick Scudamore - executor & trustee
witnesses Wm White - Rob't Wm Parsons - clerks to Messrs Wildes & Scudamore, solicitors, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Jan 1833
William Scudamore of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 10 Apr 1815
wife Eliza - executrix & guardian of their children
witnesses J Morley - J S Burn - J Oldfield.
Codicil dated 24 Feb 1827
witnesses Geo. Langridge - Wm White - Edw'd G Budds.
Codicil dated 19 Aug 1831
witnesses Wm White - Jos'h Harrison - B Harrison, clerks to Messrs Scudamore & Wildes, solicitors, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 28 Sep 1787
Joseph Scultup of Maidstone, painter, will dated 27 Aug 1787
wife Cecilia - trustee & executrix
Cecilia Scultup age 12 born to my wife before our marriage
5 children Joseph, James, William, Mary & Sally <21
witnesses Geo Hopkins - Wn Stevens.
7 Jun 1816 wife Cecilia died intestate. Admon to son Joseph.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Apr 1817
Jane Seager of Maidstone, widow, will dated 16 Feb 1810
William Coleman of Boughton Malherbe, Esquire & James Potter of Maidstone, grocer - trustees & executors
son Henry
granddaughters Eliza Russell Seager & Jane Seager (<21), daughters of my son Stephen Page Seager
witnesses Ja's Lys Seager - S G Poole jun'r - Ann Woollett.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Nov 1811 to Elizabeth Sell, widow
Elizabeth Seares of Maidstone, widow of Daniel Seares of Maidstone, farmer, will dated 16 May 1800
only daughter Elizabeth wife of Charles Sell of Camberwell, Surrey, hair dresser - executrix
witnesses Tho's Beckett - Rich'd Day.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 23 Oct 1854
Mary Seath of Maidstone, widow, will dated 16 Oct 1848
niece Sarah Ann Luckle, formerly White, daughter of my late sister
brother George Lishman & his daughter Mary Elizabeth Lishman
children of my late father
daughter Elizabeth Seath - executrix
children George Seath, William Lishman Seath & Thomas Henry Seath
witnesses Henry Lake, Lincolns Inn - Rob't Tidey his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 3 Sep 1850
Rachel Seaton of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 14 Nov 1844
brother Edward Love Seaton & his children Joseph & Anne
brother Thomas
sisters Rhoda wife of John Tribe & Mary Seaton
nieces Sophia Hemsley, Rachel Love Tribe & Rhoda Anna Tribe
niece Jane Seaton daughter of my late brother Benjamin
nieces Sarah Seaton, Anna Randall Seaton & Elizabeth Seaton, daughters of my brother Joseph
cousin Mrs Elizabeth Martin, widow
friend Miss Ann Pine
sister Anna wife of Robert Cooper of West Borough, Maidstone (executor)
witnesses Ja's Pine, Earl Street - Thomas Bunyard, West Borough.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Sep 1853
William Sedgwick of Maidstone, surgeon, will dated 14 Mar 1851
wife Lucy Elizabeth - executrix
son William Gillett Sedgwick of Maidstone, partner surgeon
Frederick Barham of Maidstone, surgeon
witnesses Francis Homley? MD, Maidstone - Frederic Barham, surgeon, Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Sep 1845
Elizabeth Lund Sedgwick of Maidstone, widow, will dated 8 Apr 1841
William Guy of Maidstone, gentleman - executor
daughters Eliza & Jane Sedgwick
witnesses Ja. Bellingham? Maidstone, gentleman - William Clement, servant to testatrix.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Jul 1828
Mary Sexton of Maidstone, widow, will dated 10 Nov 1827
Mr John Crowder of Maidstone, gentleman - trustee & executor
Julia wife of Robert Cadman of Maidstone, waterman
John Crowder Moore son of William Moore, jeweller & his deceased wife Clarissa
Elener Chittenden daughter of John Chittenden, carpenter & his deceased wife Sarah
witnesses John Borrman - John Lake.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Nov 1650
Rebecca Seyliard of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 13 sep 1650
brothers John, Thomas, Samuel & Francis Seyliard
brother Thomas Marshall
sisters Mary, Barbara & Hester Seyliard
sister Anne Marshall
Anne Duglas
brother Ambrose Milway - executor
witnesses Anne Godden - Robert Richardson.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jul 1658
Nathaniel Sharpey of Maidstone, Doctor of Physick, will dated 1 Feb 1656/7
wife Phebe, executrix
property at Warehorne? purchased from Charles Bowles
son John and daughters Grace & Abigail <21
property purchased from Christopher Woollett at Headcorn
property purchased from Robert Gibbs at Lydd
property purchased from Borton Barrowe at Bilsington
property at St Nicholas, Isle of Thanet given to my wife by her Aunt Featherstone
witnesses Farnham Aldersey - Repent Nichols.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 21 Apr 1768
Richard Shepherd of Maidstone, coal merchant, will dated 3 Apr 1768
5 sons Richard, John, Francis Henry, William & Henry
wife Sarah, executrix
witnesses William Polhill - Wm Roffe? - Hannah Hysted.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Nov 1775
John Shepherd of Maidstone, wheelwright, will dated 27 Nov 1772
son Robert, executor
Bull ale house, Newhithe, East Malling occupied by John Brenchley
daughter Mary Shepherd
witnesses Bridger Roffe - Rich'd Wathurst - John Roffe.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Jan 1812
Elizabeth Sheppard, widow of John Sheppard of Maidstone, supervisor, will dated 19 May 1810
friends William Mumford & John Mumford, both of Sutton at Hone, Esquires - trustees
daughter Ann Sheppard, executrix
5 sons Thomas, John, William, James & George
witnesses Wm Evans, banker, Maidstone - W A Dunning, Attorney, Maidstone & Will'm Taylor his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 6 Oct 1715
Susan Sheppard of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 23 Sep 1711
uncle Mr Thomas Sheppard of Maidstone, schoolmaster, Mary his wife & son Jonathan
friend Mrs Elizabeth Fludd of Maidstone, spinster - executrix
uncle Mr Robert Bishop of Maidstone, gentleman
property in Marden occupied by Thomas Persom?
property in Maidstone occupied by Thomas Wattell
witnesses Stephen Page - John Greenhill - William Hewett.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 May 1819
Elizabeth Sherington of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 10 Feb 1819
Margaret Mary Ennis & John Thomas Ennis <21
sister Ann wife of Richard Smitherman
Richard Strout husband of my late sister Sarah, & their children
friend Ann Hill of Maidstone, spinster - executrix
nephew John Strout - executor
witnesses James Watts - Charles Coleman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 7 Apr 1786
Samuel Sherington of Maidstone, will dated 2 Apr 1785 & 17 May 1785
daughter Elizabeth Sherington - executrix
son Sampson
son in law Richard Strout
daughters Mary Molloy & Ann Sutton
brother William
grandchildren George & Samuel Gooden/Goodwin and others
witnesses Joseph Sawyer? - Thomas Hyde?
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 2 Dec 1845
Joseph Simmonds of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 8 Feb 1834
son Henry Simmonds of Maidstone, merchant - executor
other children already provided for
witnesses William Beale, solicitor & .... his clerks.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 31 Jan 1631/2
Micah Smith of Maidstone, mercer, will dated 4 Sep 1631
mother Rose Smith
brother Isaac
uncle Thomas Parkins - overseer
aunt Margaret Parkins & her son Thomas
wife Mary, executrix
friend Robert Swinnocke of Maidstone - overseer
witnesses Nath. Powell - Timothie Butler - Elizabeth Jones her mark.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Apr 1856 to Daniel
Ann Smith of Maidstone, widow, will dated 12 Sep 1853
son Daniel Smith of ... State of Illinois, North America - executor
Watson Bradshare the younger of Wyatt Street, Maidstone, carpenter - executor
witnesses John Reader, Stone Street & William Prebble, baker, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 9 Dec 1769, admon to Thomas
John Smith late of Maidstone, now appointed Governor of the Castle or Fort of Succendee? on the coast of Africa, will dated 23 Nov 1767
brother Thomas
mother Mary Smith, executrix [died before testator]
witnesses Rich'd Holloway - Rob't Foster.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 20 Jan 1817
Thomas Smith of Maidstone, stationer & rag merchant, will dated 10 Mar 1815
property in King Street, Maidstone occupied by John Dunn
wife Hannah, executrix
Elizabeth Stroud widow of my friend Thomas Stroud late of Leeds, papermaker deceased
Thomas Busbridge the younger of Maidstone
witnesses Rob't Edmead - Elizabeth Kingsnorth - Will'm Taylor.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 14 Nov 1586
Thomas Smith of Maidstone, yeoman, will dated 17 Sep 1586
wife Anne, executrix
sons Simon & John <21
4 daughters Margaret, Agnes, Lucy & Jane <21
sons William & Thomas <21
brother John, executor
witnesses Gabriell Grene - Edward Heron? - John Bennett - Robert ...nyott - John Tanner.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 11 Apr 1850
Frederick Smith of High Street, Maidstone, confectioner, will dated 1 Mar 1850
wife Charlotte, executrix
witnesses John Durrant - Thomas Freeman.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 4 Dec 1824
Anna Maria Smythe of Maidstone, spinster, will dated 22 Feb 1821
legacy from Anna Maria Disney of Ashford, widow deceased
4 sisters Mary, Charlotte Taylor, Elizabeth & Harriet Russell Smythe
witnesses Sarah Edmeads - Ann Pearce.
Admon to Mary Smythe, sister.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Aug 1846
William Smythe of Maidstone, timber merchant, will dated 7 Jun 1841
wife Charlotte Rimmilion Smythe, executrix
witnesses Clem. T. Smythe, solicitor, Maidstone - Rich'd Merrony jun'r.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 24 Aug 1852
Clement Taylor Smythe of Maidstone, clerk, will dated 5 Jan 1852
3 sisters Mary Smythe, Charlotte Taylor Smythe & Harriet Russell Smythe - executrices
witnesses Jno. Monckton, solicitor, Maidstone & Edward Giles his clerk.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 24 May 1739
Anne Southgate of Maidstone, widow, will dated 30 Oct 1738
son Robert
granddaughter Ann Hollister & grandsons Samuel Hollister & Robert Hollister
grandsons Robert Field, Isaac Field, Robert Southgate & William Southgate
daughter Southgate
daughter Elizabeth Field, executrix [wife of Nathaniel Field]
sister Judith Edmonds
Reverend Mr Benjamin Mills
maid Jane Taylor
bond from Mrs Sarah Smith and ___ Brook? of Margate
witnesses Anna Maria Fullagar - Sam'l Fullagar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 19 Apr 1839
John Springet of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 10 May 1837
tenants Smith at Maidstone & Paine at Loose
son John, executor
sons Charles & Reverend William Henry Springet
witnesses Cha. Hoar, solicitor, Maidstone - Jno. Jos. Tourle & Edw. Day his clerks.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Jun 1802
John Springate of Buckland, Maidstone, farmer, will dated 11 Jul 1801
Samuel Bromley of Goudhurst, farmer & Stephen Lamprey of Maidstone, gentleman - trustees & executors
son Richard <21
wife Ann
witnesses Hen'y Kincaid - Tho. Burren.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 30 Aug 1842
William Henry Stacey of Maidstone, brewer, will dated 31 Dec 1840
brother Edwin Stacey, executor
witnesses Cha's Hoar, solicitor, Maidstone - Edward Hoar.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 13 Sep 1619
Thomas Stacie of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 31 Aug 1619
nephew William Joye son of my brother in law Robert Joye
property in Virginia
said Robert Joye, executor
witnesses Tho. Ayerest - Thomas Skelton.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 29 Jun 1835
James Stanford of Maidstone, cordwainer, will dated 9 Mar 1833
son Henry Stanford of Maidstone, cordwainer & John Barnett of Maidstone, victualler - executors
children James of Mereworth, cordwainer; Susan Stourbridge, widow; Ann wife of Robert Clifford jun'r of Maidstone, blacksmith; Kate wife of
Edward Page of Greenwich, baker; Robert of Greenwich, baker; Edward of Maidstone, cordwainer; & George of Peckham, Surrey, baker
witnesses William Gower, cornfactor & Steph. Cha's Lamprey, attorney at law, both of Maidstone.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Nov 1773
Samuel Stanley of Maidstone, victualler, will dated 20 Aug 1773
sons John & Samuel
wife Ann, executrix
witnesses Joseph Sawer - Rich'd Burr.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 5 Sep 1621
William Stanley of Maidstone, mercer, will dated 21 Aug 1621
wife Awdrey [pregnant]
sons Thomas, William & John <21
daughter Dorothie Stanley <21
brother Thomas, executor
friends Edward Maplisden, gentleman & Walter Fishe, gentleman - overseers
witnesses Robert Joye - Lawrence Newton.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 15 Feb 1680/1
Richard Stapley of Maidstone, gentleman, will dated 28 Nov 1679
brother Thomas Stapley, clerk - executor
Manor of Shales Court
mother Mrs Ann Stapley, widow
brothers & sisters
Mr William Finch, apothecary & his wife
Mr Anthony Horsmonden of Maidstone & Mr Charles Live in Oxford
witnesses Griffith Hatley - James Drayton - Jane Drayton - Wm. Bell.
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 16 Jan 1646/7
John Startout of Maidstone, carpenter, will dated 14 Nov 1646
brother George & his daughter Ann Startout
Nicholas Mills of Maidstone, maulster, executor
son William <14
property in East Farleigh which was my wife's
father William
witnesses Henry Burden - Thomas Peene - Mary Reynolds her mark.
Buried at Maidstone, of Tovil, 9 Dec 1646
Source: Prerogative Court of Canterbury, Probate 25 Nov 1647
William Startowt of Maidstone, carpenter, will dated 15 Nov 1646
5 grandchildren William, John, Dorothy, Agnes & George, <21 children of my son George
grandchild William <21 son of my son John deceased
son George, executor
property in East farleigh purchased from Thomas Duddy
witnesses Henry Burden - Thomas Peene.
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