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Gilbert Elam Jr. married first to Mary Burton, the widow of John Burton, Jr. After her death, he married mary Hatcher, daughter of Edward Hatcher.
He made a will dated 18 September 1697, which was proved on 5 Dec. 1697. Henrico Co. Wills & Deeds, 1697-1704, p. 42. The first part of the will is misssing. the remaining part provides:
To son Gilbert Elam part of plantation whereon I live, land marked and laid out by Robert Hancock and William Clark.
To son William Elam land on North side of Falling Creek except 50 acres to son Robert Elam and 50 acres more to son Gilbert Elam.
To daughter Mary Elam largest gold ring and silver bodkin.
To daughter Ann Elam other gold ring and silver bodkin.
To daughter Martha Elam, items.
To daughter Sarah Elam, items.
To daughter Elizabeth Elam, items.
To daughter Obedience, 1 new pewter dish and 1 sow.
To son Robert Elam my large Bible when of lawful age.
To son Gilbert Elam silver spoon marked with his name
To sons Gilbert and Robert to be of age at 17.
To son William Elam a musket at my house.
To son Robert Elam to live with my father-in-law Edward Hatcher.
Gilbert Elam to tarry with his God Father William Hatcher until he is 17.
Wife Mary Elam to be executrix.
Witnesses: Edward Ward, Gilbert Elam, William Hatcher, Charles Roberts
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Abt 1659 - Yes, date unknown
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