John, I think you are on the right track.....as a matter of fact, troll every county in the area. The Ashby's came from Ashby's Gap. With one catch.....there were some that came from NC through the same area. Will send you some connections to look for at Ashby's Gap SE of Winchester, VA. All for now....will send Peters Quarterly by email. This will show some connected families and locales. Hope we can help you. John Peters Canandaigua, NY