David Griffith Watkins (1812 - 1887)

Born 29 Dec 1812 in Fairfax, Virginia, United States

Ancestors

Husband of Elizabeth Ann (Tresler) Watkins — married about 1832 in Virginia, United States [uncertain]

Descendants

Died 18 Dec 1887 at age 74 in Fairfax, Virginia, United States

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Biography

David Watkins was a Virginian.

David Watkins has German Roots.

David Watkins has Welsh ancestors.

David was a son of Thomas Watkins and Mary Williams^[1] born 29 Dec 1812.^{[2][3][4][5][6]}

He married Elizabeth Ann Tresler about 1832.^[7] They had fifteen children.

David died in 1887.^{[8][9][10][11][12][13][14]}

Research Notes

The census records prior to 1850 are limited as they only name the head of household. There were multiple Watkins families in Virginia but they were centered in different parts of the state and the heads of household for 'David Watkins' were from Chesterfield, Rockingham, Powhatan, and Fairfax. This David had an uncle named David and the 1820 census was for the uncle as this David was but eight but ^[2]

Sources

1. ↑ John H. Watkins v. Mary E. Watkins, etc.; Index #1873-019; Case #CFF102 S; page 2 refers to Mary Williams intermarried with Thomas Watkins; having children: David G. Watkins, Thomas J. Watkins, John H. Watkins, James M. Watkins.
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1} "United States Census, 1840," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XHTK-5RF : 13 September 2017), David Witkins, Fairfax, Virginia, United States; citing p. 153, NARA microfilm publication M704, (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.), roll 558; FHL microfilm 29,686.
3. ↑ "United States Census, 1850," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M881-QBV : 9 November 2014), David G Watkins, Fairfax county, Fairfax, Virginia, United States; citing family 76, NARA microfilm publication M432 (Washington, D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.).
4. ↑ "United States Census, 1860", database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:M417-CQ1 : 30 December 2015), David Watkins, 1860.
5. ↑ "United States Census, 1870," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MFLT-MTX : 17 October 2014), David Watkins, Virginia, United States; citing p. 35, family 257, NARA microfilm publication M593 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.); FHL microfilm 553,144.
6. ↑ "United States Census, 1880," database with images, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:MC5M-RQF : 11 August 2016), David G Watkins, Falls Church, Fairfax, Virginia, United States; citing enumeration district ED 37, sheet 319A, NARA microfilm publication T9 (Washington D.C.: National Archives and Records Administration, n.d.), roll 1364; FHL microfilm 1,255,364.
7. ↑ Marty Hiatt and Craig Roberts Scott, Implied Marriages of Fairfax County, Virginia (Athens, Georgia: Iberian Publishing Co., 1994); page 235, "Watkins, David G. & Elizabeth A. Tresler [CFF #101yy (1864) Tresler heirs vs Tresler; WB Z1:435; DB F4:330]."
8. ↑ "Virginia Deaths and Burials, 1853-1912," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRW3-5X4 : 12 December 2014), David G. Watkins, 18 Dec 1887; citing Fairfax County, Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 2,056,980.
9. ↑ David Griffith Watkins, 1887; Burial, Alexandria, Alexandria City, Virginia, United States of America, Washington Street United Methodist Church Cemetery; Find A Grave: Memorial #23400281
10. ↑ Obituaries

    Alexandria Gazette

    19 December 1887; page 3

    DEATHS. - Mr. David G. Watkins, well and favorably known in this community and through the surrounding country, died at his home, "Strawberry Hill," in Fairfax county, near this city last night, of an affection of the kidneys, having been confined to his bed for about ten days. Mr. Watkins, was in the 76th year of his age, was for a number of years, in early life a butcher, but subsequently went into the milling business with his brother, Mr. J. H. Watkins, (who has been dangerously ill for sometime) and continued in that business up to the time of his death. He was a prominent member of the Commercial Exchange and the genial "Uncle Davy," as he was called by the merchants, will be missed and his death severely regretted by all who knew him. His funeral will take place from his late residence to-morrow afternoon at 1 o'clock.

    Alexandria Gazette

    22 December 1887; page 2

    In the demise of David G. Watkins, an old inhabitant has gone, and this community has lost a valued friend and neighbor, and sincerely regrets such loss. He was recognized as a man of strong will, sturdy integrity, kind heart, and of such energetic enterprise and courage in his business affairs that he impressed himself strongly on his business associates and citizens generally. He has left a record that may be cherished with pride, and emulated with creditable success.

11. ↑ Will

    Written: 16 December 1887

    Probate Date: 19 January 1888

    Place: Fairfax County, Virginia<

    Fairfax County Courthouse, Will Book, E2, page 473. Fairfax, Virginia.

12. ↑ Citizens national Bank v John H Watkins etc; Index #1888-011; Copy of the Will of David G. Watkins page 12.
13. ↑ Wesley E. Pippenger Tombstone Inscriptions of Alexandria, Virginia, Vol. 2 (Westminster, MD: Family Line Publications, 1992); page 83.
14. ↑ Index Entry Watkins, David G. Date of death: December 18, 1887. Fairfax County, 1887, page 3. Note Part of the Death Records Indexing Project which is sponsored by the Virginia Genealogical Society.

See also:

• Chancery Case

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRPV-HWS : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Selean Watkins, May 1859; citing Fairfax Co , Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRR9-39D : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Salean Watkins, May 1859; citing Fairfax Co , Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 2,046,930.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5DB-FYK : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Charles Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5JK-CG3 : 10 March 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Charles Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference p 7; FHL microfilm 2,046,930.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XTH8-D3L : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Charles Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing , reference 2:3N7QN1V; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5JK-CGM : 10 March 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for David Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference p 7; FHL microfilm 2,046,930.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XTH8-D3V : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for David Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing , reference 2:3N7QN0N; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5DB-FYN : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for David Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XTH8-D35 : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Elizabeth Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing , reference 2:3N7QN23; FHL microfilm 31,329

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:VRRS-776 : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Elizabeth Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co , Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 2,046,930.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5DB-8J9 : 10 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Elizabeth Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Births and Christenings, 1584-1917," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:X5JV-DWB : 10 March 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for Elizabeth Watkins, 25 Sep 1854; citing Fairfax Co., Virginia, reference p 7; FHL microfilm 2,046,930.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRZ2-7PY : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for John W. Summers and Amanda L. Watkins, 25 Jan 1872; citing F, Fairfax, Virginia, reference 15 11; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRZ2-GMJ : 11 February 2018), David G. in entry for William F. Watkins and Laura Mills, 10 Sep 1884; citing Alexandria, Virginia, reference 33 55; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRQ4-TGJ : 11 February 2018), David S. Watkins in entry for John S. Crupper and Bettie H. Watkins, 04 Apr 1877; citing Alexandria, Fairfax, Virginia, reference 120-20; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRV5-PZB : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for William F. Watkins and Laura Mills, 10 Sep 1884; citing Alexandria, Fairfax, Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRV5-G5W : 11 February 2018), David S. Watkins in entry for John S. Crupper and Bettie H. Watkins, 04 Apr 1877; citing Alexandria, Fairfax, Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRVT-1QN : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for John W. Summers and Amanda L. Watkins, 25 Jan 1872; citing Fairfax, Virginia, reference ; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XR77-48D : 11 February 2018), D.G. in entry for W.B. Watkins and A.M. Moore, 13 Mar 1873; citing Alexandria, Virginia, reference # 208; FHL microfilm 30,205.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRZL-S3L : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for George L. Watkins and Hannah M. Gheen, 11 Sep 1867; citing Alexandria, Virginia, reference 43-32; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRQH-Q8X : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for William F. Watkins and Laura Mills, 10 Sep 1884; citing Alexandria, Fairfax, Virginia, reference 186 45; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Marriages, 1785-1940," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRQ4-YRM : 11 February 2018), David G. Watkins in entry for John W. Summers and Amanda L. Watkins, 25 Jan 1872; citing Fairfax, Virginia, reference 82-7; FHL microfilm 31,329.

• "Virginia Deaths and Burials, 1853-1912," database, FamilySearch (https://familysearch.org/ark:/61903/1:1:XRQW-RPK : 10 March 2018), David Watkins in entry for Thos. J. Watkins, 07 Jun 1889; citing Alexandria, Virginia, reference e 263; FHL microfilm 2,048,588.