Mary Oliver1

#2389, (1799 - 1871)
FatherRichard Oliver1 (1766 - 1831)
MotherSarah Mogridge1 (1770 - 1851)
RelationshipGranddaughter of William Oliver
Extended Family
ChartsWilliam Oliver (born ~1730) & Ann Wilson - collapsible 6 generation descendant chart

Life Events

BaptismMary Oliver was baptized on 18 Dec 1799 in Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon.1 
(Heir) WillShe was named an heir in the will of her father Richard Oliver dated 2 Oct 1831. To son John and daughter Mary his dwelling house and premises called Ring of Bells in Cheriton Fitzpaine and now in their possession, during Richard’s present holding. Also to John and Mary any goods or chattels of his that they have at his decease.2 
Note.In 1832 in Cheriton Fitzpaine, an illegitimate baby named Edwin was born to a Mary Oliver. He died the following year. The mother may be this Mary or perhaps another that we are not aware of.1 
(Other) 1841 CensusMary Oliver appeared on the 1841 Census of Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon, in the household of John Oliver. Mary was 35 and born in the county. Relationships are not recorded in the 1841 census but she was John's sister.3 
(Heir) WillMary Oliver was named an heir in the will of her mother Sarah Oliver dated 17 Jan 1844. She was noted to be of the parish of Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon and was bequeathed £50 as well as sharing with her sister Sally all the beds, household furniture, plate, linen, china, and glass.4 
(Witness) BaptismMary Oliver was named a godmother at the baptism of her brother Thomas' daughter Sarah on 26 Jan 1851 in Ashcombe, Devon. She was recorded as Aunt Mary.5 
(Sibling) 1851 CensusMary Oliver appeared on the 1851 Census of Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon, as a sister in the household of John Oliver. Mary was 43, unmarried, and born in Cheriton Fitzpaine.6 
1861 CensusMary Oliver and John Oliver appeared on the 1861 Census of Dawlish, Devon, at Park Hill. John was 56, unmarried, and a Farmer. His sister Mary was 59 and unmarried. They were both born in Cheriton Fitzpaine.7 
DeathMary died on 6 Mar 1871 in Dawlish, Devon.8
 
ProbateHer estate was proved on 2 Oct 1871 in Exeter. Entry from the probate calendar:

OLIVER Mary. The Will of Mary Oliver late of Dawlish in the County of Devon Spinster who died 6 March 1871 at Dawlish was proved at Exeter by James Pasmore of Cadeleigh in the said County Yeoman the Nephew the sole Executor. Effects under £100.8
 
Last Edited9 Jun 2014

Citations

  1. Microfilm of the Parish Register of Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon, 1610-1835 (Family History Library, 0916835).
  2. Will and Administration of Richard Oliver of Cheriton Fitzpaine, 2 October 1831, proved in the Archdeaconry Court of Exeter, 14 May1832 (Family History Library, film #1278965).
  3. 1841 Census for England & Wales, HO107/209 Book 1 Folio 3.
  4. Will and Administration of Sarah Oliver of Cheriton Fitzpaine, 17 January 1844, proved in the Archdeaconry Court of Exeter, 5 February 1852 (Family History Library, film #1278965).
  5. Notebook of Thomas Oliver, Devon and Ontario, held by a descendant, gives year as 1852.
  6. 1851 Census for England & Wales . HO107/1887 folio 432.
  7. 1861 Census for England & Wales, RG9/1401 folio 32.
  8. England & Wales, National Probate Calendar (Index of Wills and Administrations),1858-1966. Images viewed at Ancestry.com. Mary Oliver, 1871.