Nicholas Olmsted

M, b. before 24 November 1583, d. before 7 March 1627/28
FatherJames Olmsted b. c 1549, d. b 2 Dec 1595
MotherJane Bristow
     Nicholas was born in Great Leighs, County Essex, England. He was christened there on 24 November 1583 in St. Mary the Virgin Church.1,2 Nicholas made his will on 19 May 1627 at Great Leighs, County Essex, England.

Will of Nicholas Holmsted of Much Parrendon (Parndon) Co: Essex. To my son John 2 tenements in Braintre called Beers als Bells now in occupation of John Corby and Burnham. To Mary, my daughter, £60, when 18 or married. To John my son, when 21, £40. To John, my brother Richard's son, 20s. To Elizabeth my eldest brother's dau., 20s. To Nicholas, my brother James' son, 6s. 8d. To my sister Mabell, 10s. To my brother John, 10s. My wife Rachel to keep and educate my brother Richard's son, John Wife Rachel exor. William Wood, the elder, of Rye Hill and my brother James to be overseers. Witnesses : William Wood. Thomasine Wall.

Nicholas departed this life in Great Leighs, County Essex, England. The inventory of Nicholas's estate was taken. His estate was valued at £147 1s. 8d.1 His will was probated on 7 March 1627/28.

Citations

  1. [S2366] Buel Burdett Bassett, One Bassett Family in America, page 572.
  2. [S2367] Great Leighs Church Records.