David E Spence 1666–1726
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7 researchers on YourRoots have David Spence in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 5 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 7 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through David Spence 1666–1726
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1666, David E Spence entered the world in Wiccocomoco, Northumberland, Virginia, United States. David E Spence married sarah downing, and had children including anne myles spence 2nd wife. David E Spence passed away in 1726 in Northumberland, Virginia, United States.
Sources
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1Military U.S., Civil War Pension Index: General Index to Pension Files, 1861-1934
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from David Spence
This ancestor line traces from South Shield, Durham, England (1558) to Wiccocomoco, Northumberland, Virginia, United States (1666) across 5 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- David Spence (1666–1726) was born in Wiccocomoco, Northumberland, Virginia, United States and died in Northumberland, Virginia, United States. 7 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 7 researchers on YourRoots have David in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 5 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
Related Records
David Spence's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record