Apparently William Norvell of James City, married to Rebecca Johnson, had no children. There is no mention of anyone with the surname of Johnson or Norvell in the 1802 will. He left his estate to his wife's great nieces and great nephews in the families of Lightfoot, Taylor, Walker, Allen and Goodall. This is basically quoted from the book which would indicate that the family of Goodall was in some was related to William Norvell or his wife. there is a chart showing how William Norvell of James City was related to William Norvell of Hanover - they were first cousins. This is the only mention of the name of Goodall in the book.