Dorothy Whitchurch of Keyford in Frome Zellwood, widow. Dated 7 August 1753. To be buried in church of Foscott co. Somerset as near to the corps of my Father and Mother as conveniently may be. To each of my children living at my death 1s. As I have by deed dated 4 of the instant August granted to my servant Robert Greatwood all my goods, chattels, leases etc. and all my substance whatsoever, I hereby confirm same to him and appoint him sole executor. Mark and seal (lion rampant). Signed etc. but before the execution hereof twas the testatrix’s will that her children should have her clothes to be distributed among them at discretion of executor.
Witnesses: Edwd. Wilkins, Edward Wilkins, junior.
Proved 11 Nov 1760 by oath of Robert Greatwood, executor. Under L20.
Reference: Abstracted will transcription text, original document not unavailable – Archdeaconry of Wells 1760-19 Somerset Archives
Relation to Author: 6th great-grandmother of husband
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