YourRoots by Genomelink
banner

Sign up to explore more

Create a free account to navigate family trees, view ancestors, and discover connections.

Samuel Elwell 1688–1740 – Genealogical Records

Birth Date: 1688

Birth Location: Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America

Death Date: 1 May 1740

Death Location: Daretown, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America

Father: Thomas ELWELL

Mother: Sarah Bassett

Spouse(s): Tamzen Paullin

Children(s): Abraham Elwell, Jacob Elwell, Phebe Elwell, Susanna Elwell, Rachel Elwell

Samuel Elwell was born in 1688 in Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America, the child of Thomas Elwell And Sarah Elisabeth Bassett. In 1739, Samuel Elwell resided in New Jersey, USA. Samuel Elwell married Rebecca Cates, Tamzen Pauling Paullin, and had children including Abraham Elwell, Elwell, Jacob Elwell, Phebe Elwell, Rachel Elwell, Susanna Elwell, Tamzon Elwell. Samuel Elwell passed away in 1740 in Daretown, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America.

Find more search results for Samuel Elwell
SE

Reliability Score

This score reflects the reliability of the source family tree. A high rating indicates a trustworthy source with strong data consistency.

Reliability Score:
A
Criteria:
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
  • N/A 0 criteria (Insufficient)

This tree's reliability score:

  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

Biography

  • Samuel Elwell was born in 1688 in Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America, the child of Thomas Elwell And Sarah Elisabeth Bassett.
  • In 1739, Samuel Elwell resided in New Jersey, USA.
  • Samuel Elwell married Rebecca Cates, Tamzen Pauling Paullin, and had children including Abraham Elwell, Elwell, Jacob Elwell, Phebe Elwell, Rachel Elwell, Susanna Elwell, Tamzon Elwell.
  • Samuel Elwell passed away in 1740 in Daretown, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America.

Immediate Family

Parents

Spouses(s)

Children(s)

Samuel Elwell's Ancestors

Self
Samuel Elwell
1688–1740
Birth Place: Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
Parents
Thomas ELWELL
1654–1706
Gloucester, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
Sarah (Elisabeth) Bassett
1651–1707
Gloucester, Essex, Massachusetts, USA
Grandparents
Mary (Elizabeth Bassett Foster) Scott
1623–1688
Southampton, Hampshire, England
Robert (William Corpral) Bassett
1624–1703
Dorking, Surrey, England
Great-Grandparents
Margery Bassett
1602–1654
Margery Bassett
1602–1654
2nd-Great-Grandparents
Sir Holland
1577–1606
Sir Holland
1577–1606
Sir Holland
1577–1606
Sir Holland
1577–1606

Samuel Elwell's Descendants

1.
SE
Samuel Elwell (1688–1 May 1740) m. Tamzen (Pauling,) Paullin (1688–1739)
  1. 1. Abraham Elwell 1720–1816
    1. 1. Joel Elwell 1763–1794
  2. 2. Jacob Elwell 1714–1773 m. Susanna Elwell 1723–1758 m. Catherine Dubois 1716–1798
    1. 1. David Elwell 1745–1800
    2. 2. Jonathan Elwell 1749–1826
    3. 3. Rachel Elwell 1756–
    4. 4. Rhoda Elwell 1754–1803
    5. 5. Samuel Elwell 1745–1822
    6. 6. David Elwell 1745–1800
    7. 7. Jonathan Elwell 1749–1826
    8. 8. Rachel Elwell 1756–
    9. 9. Rhoda Elwell 1754–1803
    10. 10. Samuel Elwell 1745–1822
  3. 3. Phebe Elwell 1722–1771 m. Anthony Nelson 1723–1789
  4. 4. Susanna Elwell 1723–1758 m. Jacob Elwell 1714–1773 m. John Ray 1715–1770
    1. 1. William Ray 1738–1787
    2. 2. Jemima Rae 1745–1774
    3. 3. Elizabeth Ray 1737–1815
  5. 5. Rachel Elwell 1715–1780 m. Christopher Hogate 1715– m. William Brick –1813
    1. 1. Samuel Hogate 1735–1775
    2. 2. Jonathan Hogate –1797

Samuel Elwell's Timeline

6 Records

1688
1688
Birth of Samuel Elwell in Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
1714
1714
Age 26
Samuel Elwell was married in NJ
NJ
1739
1739
Age 51
Samuel Elwell resided here in New Jersey, USA
New Jersey, USA
1739
16 Feb 1739
Age 51
Samuel Elwell - Probate
None
1740
5 Jan 1740
Age 52
Samuel Elwell resided here
None
1740
1 May 1740
Age 52
Death of Samuel Elwell in Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America

Sources

    Genealogy Event 1
    Event Type: Birth
    Event Date: 1688
    Event Place: Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
    Record Source:
    [1] U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970
    [2] New Jersey, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1660-1931
    [3] Massachusetts, U.S., Town Birth Records, 1620-1850
    [4] U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
    [5] U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
    [6] North America, Family Histories
    [7] Geneanet Community Trees Index

    Genealogy Event 2
    Event Type: Marriage
    Event Date: 1714
    Event Place: NJ
    Record Source: U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900

    Genealogy Event 3
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1739
    Event Place: New Jersey, USA
    Record Source: New Jersey, U.S., Abstract of Wills

    Genealogy Event 4
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 5 Jan 1740
    Record Source: New Jersey, U.S., Abstract of Wills

    Genealogy Event 5
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Place: New Jersey, USA
    Record Source: New Jersey, U.S., Births and Christenings Index, 1660-1931

    Genealogy Event 6
    Event Type: Death
    Event Date: 1 May 1740
    Event Place: Pilesgrove, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
    Record Source:
    [1] U.S., Sons of the American Revolution Membership Applications, 1889-1970
    [2] New Jersey, U.S., Abstract of Wills
    [3] New Jersey, U.S., Calendar of Wills
    [4] U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
    [5] Geneanet Community Trees Index

    Genealogy Event 7
    Event Type: Burial
    Event Place: Daretown, Salem County, New Jersey, United States of America
    Record Source: U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current

    Genealogy Event 8
    Event Type: Probate
    Event Date: 16 Feb 1739
    Record Source: New Jersey, U.S., Abstract of Wills

About YourRoots

Family Tree Map

Explore your family tree geographically

Import your GEDCOM file to transform your family tree into an interactive global map. See your roots laid out visually and understand your true geographic heritage.

Powerful tools like "Trace Back To Me" instantly map your family's migration paths from a chosen ancestor all the way back to you.

LEARN MORE
AI Genealogy Research

Discover ancestors beyond "end-of-line" automatically

Import your family tree and let AI expand it for you. AI Ancestor Finder scans "end-of-line" ancestors to uncover their parents across hundreds of family lines at once. AI Deep Research analyzes selected ancestors and family clusters, suggesting relevant records and next steps.

Turn on Auto Research Mode to get new discoveries daily or weekly, so your tree keeps growing even while you're away.

LEARN MORE
DNA Match

Find more DNA matches across all DNA tests

Combine your DNA data with your family tree to unlock the full power of YourRoots DNA Match. Connect with relatives across major testing services — Ancestry, 23andMe, MyHeritage, and more.

View your matches' maps and trees to identify shared ancestors, and soon you'll be able to add them directly to your own tree and map.

LEARN MORE
Ancestry Reports

Ancestry DNA analysis that goes deeper than others

Unlock exclusive reports that reveal your deeper origins.

  • Deep Ancestry Report — Analyze 130+ ethnicities, sub-regions, and 1,800+ communities in one detailed view.
  • Global & Native American Reports — Developed with Stanford researchers to uncover hidden ancestries across all 22 chromosomes.
  • Ancient DNA Series — Compare your DNA with 1,000+ ancient genomes from Viking, Celtic, and early American civilizations.
LEARN MORE