Hancock Custis
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Hancock Custis was a member of the Virginia House of Burgesses, the elected lower house of the colonial Virginia General Assembly from Accomack County, Virginia[1] in 1710–1712.
Hancock Custis | |
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| Member of the Virginia House of Burgesses representing Accomack County, Virginia | |
| In office 1710–1712 Serving with Richard Drummond | |
| Preceded by | John Wise |
| Succeeded by | Tully Robinson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | |
| Died | |
| Spouse | Mary |
| Children | Sons John, Southey, Levin, and Theophilus; Daughter Leah |
| Occupation | Planter, Politician |
Family
Hancock Custis was one of the younger sons of Colonel John Custis III and Margaret (Michael) Custis.[2] His elder brother John Custis IV also served in the House of Burgesses and the Virginia Governor's Council.[3]
Hancock Custis's brother, Major John Custis, was the father of Daniel Parke Custis, first husband of Martha Washington.[2] Major John Custis named one of his sons "Hancock."[4]
Hancock Custis's will, which was proved May 7, 1728, mentions his wife Mary.[2][5] Hancock and Mary Custis's children were sons John, Southey, Levin and Theophilus and daughter Leah, who married Levin Gale.[2][6]
Farm
Hancock Custis inherited a farm at King's Creek from his uncle, Adam Michael.[7]
House of Burgesses
Death
Hancock Custis died between the date of his signing the last codicil to his will, August 17, 1727, and a date before his will was proved on May 7, 1728.[10]