Bassett, Nathan

Birth Name Bassett, Nathan 1a
Gender male
Age at Death 76 years, 1 month, 21 days

Notes

Note

He was a blacksmith and in all deeds called a "gentleman". He was also a man of large influence and a benefactor to the church, donating to it a site for its location in 1724 on Abel's Hill. His will 1-31-1740 was proved 1-29-1743. It is noted that both husband and wife made their wills on the same day and d. within eight days of each other, both being over 70 yrs. of age. From: "Colonial Families of Martha's Vineyard" by Charles Edward Banks

He was the son of William Bassett and Mary Rainsford, and the husband of Mary Huckins.

Families

Family of Bassett, Nathan and Huckins, Mary
Married Wife Huckins, Mary ( * 1673-04-03 + ... )
 
Event Date Place Description Sources
Marriage 1690     1a
Children
Name Birth Date Death Date
Bassett, Ruth1691-02-17
Bassett, Samuel1693-02-04
Bassett, Cornelus1695-04-21
Bassett, Elizabeth1699-09-12
Bassett, Barachiah1704-03-02
Bassett, John1706-04-25
Bassett, Hope1708-07-26

Source References

  1. Otis, Amos: The Genealogical Notes of Barnstable Families, Volume: 2
      • Confidence: High
  2. findagrave: Nathan Bassett, Sr (1667-1743)
      • Page: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/5848085