Jonathan Stark Jr. (abt. 1740 - abt. 1802)

Born about 1740 in Morris, New Jersey

Ancestors

Husband of Margaret (Ball) Stark — married 14 May 1765 in Morris, New Jersey

Descendants

Died about 1802 at about age 62 in Christian, Kentucky, United States

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Biography

Jonathan was born in 1740 and died in 1802.

Name

Jonathan /Stark/ [The Younger]^[1]

The suffix [The Younger] is non-traditional and may be too long for the WikiTree suffix.

Birth

Date: BET 1740 AND 1748

Place: Morris County, New Jersey^[2]

Imported only 1740 from Birth Date and marked as uncertain.

Death

Date: 1802

Place: Christian County, Kentucky^[3]

Note

Note: #N2773

Note: #DWNLNOTE

Marriage

Husband: Jonathan Stark

Wife: Margaret Ball

Child: Child One Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Child Two Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Hannah Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Child Three Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Joseph Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Jonathan Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Jesse Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Mary Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Job Ball Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Marriage:

Date: 14 MAY 1765

Place: Morris County, New Jersey^[4][5]

Husband: Jonathan Stark

Wife: Sarah Lacock Laycock

Child: James Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Jonathan Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Daniel Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Joseph Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Christopher Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: William Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: Sarah Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Child: John Stark

Relationship to Father: Natural

Relationship to Mother: Natural

Marriage:

Date: BET 1734 AND 1738

Place: Probably Hunterdon County, New Jersey^[6]

Notes

Note DWNLNOTE

Compiled by Clovis LaFleur. Please give credit to the researchers who have contributed family data for this individual. Thank you!!!

Note N2773 Time Line for Jonathan Stark Jr.. by Clovis LaFleur, Dec. 2001

Sources of data: Gwen Boyey Bjorkman, Pauline Stark, Moore, Mary Kathryn Harris, & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen

1740-1748

Jonathan was probably born as early as 1740 and as late as 1748, probably in Morris County or Hunterdon County, New Jersey. This is based on his age when he married Margaret Ball in 1765 being between the ages of 17 and 25. Source: Clovis LaFleur Speculation, Nov. 2001.

1765

March 14, 1765; Married Margaret Ball in Morris County, New Jersey. Source 1: "Aaron Stark Family, Seven Generations", by Charles R. Stark, published 1927, page 15. [Note: The CRS text reports Jonathan as the son of Aaron Stark and Elizabeth Young. Many researchers believe, and I think correctly, Jonathan Stark was the son of Jonathan Stark and Sarah Lacock/Laycock. Clovis LaFleur, Dec. 2001]. Source 2: "James Stark of Stafford County Virginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1348. Quote: Their sources; "Morristown Presbyterian Church Records, Combined Registers, Jonathan Stark married Margaret Ball May 14, 1765."

1768

Morris County, New Jersey 1768 ratable [capable of being rated, estimated, or apportioned], 3 acres. Source: Research of Gwen Boyer Bjorkman.

1777

Jan. 8, 1777 enlisted for the year. Listed as Corporal, Capt. Wade's Co., 4th Reg., New Jersey Continental Line. Deserted Oct. 1777. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1348. Their source; Revolutionary War Record [MSS. No. 3774, p. 32]

1782

1] Washington County, Pennsylvania; William Wood [Jonathan's brother-in-law] witness to a deed with Jonathan Stark. Source: Research of Gwen Boyer Bjorkman.

2] June 22, 1782; Yohogania County, Virginia; Petition objecting to Pennsylvania taking control of region: signed Jonathan Stark. Others who signed the petition were Wm Piles, Joseph Gwin, Samuel Jackson, George Greg, Wm. Hawkins, John Tucker, John Dunkon, Wm. Forrod, Daniel Preston, Abraham Kirk, Daniel Howell, and James Hall. All appear in the Revolutionary War from Washington County, PA. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1348.

3] Jonathan Stark in 5th Battalion, Washington County, Pa Militia. Source: Research of Gwen Boyer Bjorkman.

1783

Jonathan on the 1783 Fallowfield Township, Washington County, Pennsylvania Tax List. Shown with no land along with Christopher. Source: Research of Gwen Boyer Bjorkman.

1785

1] Jonathan Stark on 1785 Nelson County, Kentucky Tithable list. Others on the tithable list were Joseph, John, Daniel, James and William Stark. Source: Research of Gwen Boyer Bjorkman.

2] Sept. 29, 1785; Nelson County, KY Court Orders, p. 110; A judgement was brought against Jonathan by John Davis which was dismissed because Jonathan was not the person intended to be prosecuted. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349. Quote: It is the opinion that the judgement obtained by John Davis against Jonathan Starks be dismissed, he not being the person intended by the Prosecution, therefore to be discharged.

3] Dec. 27, 1785; Nelson County, KY Court Orders, p. 159; Quote: Thompson Briggs Deputy Sheriff appeared in court and made oath that he lost a petition of summons, Levin Wilcox against Jonathan Starks, also a capias James Harlen against Peter Lee. Also a Fi Fa Charles Wickliff against Peter Lee, ordered that the clerk issue new process for the above mentioned. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1786

Apr. 1786; Nelson County, KY Court Orders, p. 202; Quote: Petition Levin Wilcox against Jonathan Stark is continued. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1787

1] Jonathan Stark on the Nelson County, KY tithable list of Philip Philipps. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

2] Apr. 1787; Nelson County, KY Court Orders, p. 409; Quote: Leven Willoxon vs Jonathan Stark continued. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Virginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1788

1] Jonathan Stark on the Nelson County, KY tithable list of Capt. Brown. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

2] Apr. 1787; Nelson County, KY Court Orders, p. 543; Quote: Leven Wilcoxen vs Jonathan Starks continued. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1791

March 18, 1791; Nelson County, KY marriage Records; Jonathan's daughter, Hannah, applies to marry Jacob Gonterman. Quote: "We Jacob Countriman and Jonathan Starks are bound unto Commonwealth of VA -- Mar. 18, 1791 -- whereas there is a marriage shortly intended to be solomnized between the above bound Jacob Countryman and Hannah Stark, daughter of the said Jonathan. Signed: Jacob Gonterman, Jonathan Stark. Source: Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1792-1797

Jonathan on the Nelson County, KY tax list. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1798

1] Oct. 20, 1798; Nelson Co., KY Deeds; This deed was made by Jonathan and Margaret to David Wells. This document reveals Jonathan's spouse was named Margaret.. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349. Quote: Jonathan Stark and wife Margaret to David Wells -- 20 acres Nelson Co. on Froman's Creek, a branch of Cox Creek.

2] Nov. 26, 1798; Nelson Co., KY Deeds; Jonathan purchases 80 acres following his sell of 20 acres the previous month. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349. Quote: Joseph and Rebekah McGrew to Jonathan Stark, 80 acres Nelson Co., on Froman's Creek, a branch of Cox Creek.

3] Dec. 1, 1798; Nelson Co. KY Deeds; Jonathan and Margaret sell the 80 acres purchased in November. This is the last document showing Margaret is living. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349. Quote: Jonathan and Margaret Stark to David Wells - 80 acres Nelson Co. on Froman's Creek - adjoining lands of Peter Hahn and Joseph McGrew.

1799

Jonathan Stark on Bullit County tax list. [Note: Could this be a Jonathan Stark, son of one of Jonathan's brothers, James or Daniel? CLL, Dec. 2001]. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1800

Jonathan Stark on Bullit County tax list. [Note: Could this be a Jonathan Stark, son of one of Jonathan's brothers, James or Daniel? CLL, Dec. 2001] Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1801

Jonathan Stark on Bullit County tax list. [Note: Could this be aJonathan Stark, son of one of Jonathan's brothers, James or Daniel? CLL, Dec. 2001] Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

1802

1] Aug. 13, 1802; Christian Co., KY Tax List; Jonathan Stark --- 100 acres Little River entered and surveyed by W. Wilson, Tithable: 1 male over 21, 1 male 16-21. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

2] Feb. 28, 1802; Christian Co., KY Surveys; quote: Christian Co. Court Feb. 28 1802. [409] Jonathan is entitled to 200 acres of land by virtue of his having improved the same -- lying in Christian Co. beginning at a stake at Wm Wilson's line, thence a southward course to the Seminary line along the line to Little River.

1803

June 20, 1803; Christian Co. KY Surveys; Quote: Surveyed for Jonathan Stark. 83 acres of land in Christian Co. on the waters of Little River by virtue of a certificate granted to him by the County Court of Christian Co. No. 409, beginning at a stake and post oak in Wilson's line, thence S38 E26 to a post oak in a Siminary line, thence S65 W138 to 2 post oaks Pyles corner, thence N40 W118 poles to a stake, thence S25 #100 poles to a water oak, thence N65 E48 poles to the beginning. June 20, 1803. Signed: Joseph Stark, Isaac Hatfield. Delivered to Jo. Stark Aug. 1804. Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Virginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349-1350.

1803, Estimated year of death of Jonathan Stark

Jonathan Stark probably died between Aug. 13, 1802 [the date of the tax list] and June 20, 1803 [the date of the survey]. His wife [Margaret Ball] had probably died previously. Had she been living, she would have been on the tax list, charged with taxes on the land and the 1 male tithable 16-21 [Job Ball Stark] Source: "James Stark of Stafford County Vinginia and his Descendants, Volume 1", Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen, Privately Printed, 1985, page 1349.

Sources

1. ↑ Source: #S2881 Page: page 1270 Data: Text: Quote: "Jonathan Stark married in Morris Co., NJ which was an adjoining County to Sussex County."
2. ↑ Source: #S1748 Data: Text: Jonathan was probably born as early as 1740 and as late as 1748 based on possible age when he married Margaret Ball in 1765 if he was between the ages of 17 & 25. CLL, Dec. 2001
3. ↑ Source: #S2881 Page: page 1350 Data: Text: Quote: "Jonathan probably died between Aug. 13, 1802 [the date of the tax list] and June 20, 1803 [the date of the survey]. See Clovis LaFleur notes for Jonathan.
4. ↑ Source: #S893 Page: page 15 Data: Text: gives date of marriage. However, CRS text shows Jonathan is son of Aaron Stark and Elizabeth Young. New evidence shows he was the son of Jonathan Stark and Sarah Laycock/Lacock.
5. ↑ Source: #S2881 Page: p. 1348 Data: Text: Source: Morristown Presbyterian Church Records, Combined Registers
6. ↑ Source: #S1748 Data: Text: James Stark witnessed the signing of the will of Joseph Laycock in 1760. If the son of Jonathan and Sarah was 21 in 1760, then his latest year of birth would have been 1739 setting the marriage at least a year earlier.

• Source: S1748 Title: Clovis La Fleur Speculation
• Source: S2881 Author: Compiled by Mary Kathryn Harris & Mary Iva Jean Jorgensen Title: James Stark Of Stafford County Virginia And His Descendants, Volume 1 Publication: Name: Privately Printed, Fort Worth, TX, Copyright 1985; NOTESource Medium: Book
• "New Jersey Marriages, 1678-1985", database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:FZ5B-FYG : 20 January 2020), Jonathan Stark, 1765.

Acknowledgements

• Originally from a GEDCOM import by Dana Jones through the import of starkaron5gen.ged on Feb 1, 2014. Prior to import, this record was last changed 13:22 1 Sep 2012.
• Thank you to Jeffrey Cole for creating WikiTree profile Stark-871 through the import of Cole - WikiTree.ged on May 24, 2013. Click to the Changes page for the details of edits by Jeffrey and others.
• Thank you to Scott Ledbetter for creating WikiTree profile Stark-884 through the import of Ledbetter01.ged on Jun 8, 2013. Click to the Changes page for the details of edits by Scott and others.
• Timeline compiled by Clovis LaFleur. Please give credit to the researchers who have contributed family data for this individual. Thank you!!!