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Ruth Little 1686–1732

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 9 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 9 trees
Death year and location consistent across 9 trees

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A Reliability
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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

9 researchers on YourRoots have Ruth Little in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 8 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.

Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 9 independent trees, with linked records

Born 23 Nov 1686 · Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
Died 1 Oct 1732 · Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States
Father Ephraim Little
Mother Mary STURTEVANT (1651–1717)
Spouse John Avery
Children Abigail Avery, Anna Avery, Elizabeth Avery, Ephraim Avery, Job Avery, John Avery, Mary Avery, Robert Avery, Ruth Avery
Siblings Anna Little, Barnabas Little, David Little, Ephraim Little, H C Little, John Little, Mary Little, Mercy Little, Ruth Little

Researchers connected through Ruth Little 1686–1732

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Biography

The story of Ruth Little began in 1686 in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States. Ruth Little married john avery, and had children including abigail avery, anna avery, elizabeth avery, ephraim avery, job avery, john avery, mary avery, robert avery, ruth avery. Ruth Little passed away in 1732 in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States.

Sources

  1. 1
    Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900

  2. 2
    Record Mayflower Births and Deaths, Vol. 1 and 2

  3. 3
    Vital Records Massachusetts, Town and Vital Records

  4. 4
    Record Colonial Families of the USA

Life Timeline

1686
Birth of Ruth Little in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
Birth
1732
Death of Ruth Little in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Ruth Little

This ancestor line traces from Draycott feliott, Wiltshire, England (1436) to Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, USA (1686) across 8 generations.

Direct Lineage
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ruth Little (1686–1732) was born in Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States and died in Truro, Barnstable, Massachusetts, United States. 9 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 (A) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 9 researchers on YourRoots have Ruth 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 8 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.

Ruth Little's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Ruth Little PTP
1686–1732
Marshfield, Plymouth, Massachusetts, United States
Parents
Unknown
Mary STURTEVANT PTP
1651–1717
Plymouth, MA
Grandparents
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown

Ruth Little's Descendants

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RL
Ruth Little PTP 1686–1732
  1. 1. Anna Avery PTP 1729–1747
  2. 2. Job Avery PTP 1721–1722
  3. 3. Ruth Avery PTP 1715–1745
  4. 4. Robert Avery PTP 1719–1776