In a message dated 2/19/2003 5:46:39 AM Pacific Standard Time, [email protected] writes: > Frances who was married to David Via, > by the date of this will, 1778, was then married to John Eddy, so would > have > been Frances Eddy. Is it certain that Frances was a Stringer? > Edna, Yes Frances was a Stringer. There are deeds from her father to her and David Via. Here's an abstract of one deed that proves the relationship... 28 Oct. 1752 Edward Stringer of Fredericksville Parish, Louisa Co., to David Via and Frances Via, his wife, and daughter of sd. Edward Stringer of same. For paternal affection. 75 acres on both sides of Goldmine Creek...Nicholas Gentry's corner..between Edward Stringer and Col. Syme. Edward (ES) Stringer Wit: Nathl. Garland, Thos Dicken, Wm Philips. 28 Nov. 1752 acknowledged by Edward Stringer. Louisa Co., Va. DB1:489-490 Hope this helps, Judy