Francis Tanner

A Patriot of the American Revolution for RHODE ISLAND. DAR Ancestor # A210013

Francis Tanner was the son of William Tanner & his 3rd wife Elizabeth. He married 1) Mary Tosh 2) Elizabeth Sheldon

Tanner Genealogy; Page 7; Upon reaching adulthood, Francis Tanner married first, on 26 Feb 1728, Mary Tosh of Newport, RI; Mary was the mother of five of his children, but she died a premature death on 10 Nov 1745. Francis Tanner then married (second) Elizabeth Sheldon about 1748.

Children of Francis and Mary (Tosh) Tanner:

1. ) Amey b. 11 Oct 1729
2. ) Josias b. 10 Jun 1734
3. ) Isaac b. 9 Sep 1736
4. ) Dorcas b. 28 Feb 1739
5. ) Susanah b. 2 Nov 1745.

Children of Francis and Elizabeth (Sheldon) Tanner:

1. ) William b. 9 May 1751
2. ) Joshua b. 27 July 1757.

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Francis also had another wife Mary Tosh; To them a son was born Josias. Josias b. Jun 10, 1734 in N.Kingston, RI d. 1810 z(?)N.Kingston,RI M. Phebe Brownell b.May 20, 1749

William Tanner b 1660 Eng, d S Kingstown, RI. He m1 Hannah Tibbetts, dtr of Henry Tibbetts & Sara Stanton. She b 1664 Kingstown, RI, d S Kingstown, RI. He m2 Mary Babcock. He m3 Elizabeth Cottrill. Earliest record found was when William Tanner witnessed deed in May 1682 in S Kingstown, RI. It’s believed he emigrated from western Eng or Wales, some conjecture Swansea as this is where most Eng Baptists were from & Tanners were ‘good Baptists.'

Child of William Tanner & Hannah Tibbetts:

i. William, b 1687, S Kingstown, RI; d 1757, N Kingstown, RI

Children of William Tanner & Mary Babcock:

ii. Benjamin, b 24 Dec 1692

iii. Thomas

iv. John

v. Avis

Children of William Tanner & Elizabeth Cottrill:

vi. Francis, b 3 Jul 1708

vii. Nathan, b 20 Feb 1710

viii. Anna, b 14 Mar 1712

ix. Rebecca, b 2 Jul 1714

x. Elizabeth, b 14 Nov 1717

xi. Abigail, b 17 Oct 1719 -------------------- 29. Mary BABCOCK 1 (Job , James ) was born about 1675 in Westerly, Kings Co., Rhode Island. She died about 1697 in Westerly, Kings Co., Rhode Island.

THE HISTORY OF STONINGTON, CONN., by Richard A. Wheeler, page 212.

30. Mary, b. ____, m. _____ Tanner, ____. Mary married William TANNER 1 on 1690 in Kingstown, Kings Co., Rhode Island. William was born about 1660 in England. He died about 1715/1718 in Kingstown, Kings Co., Rhode Island. THE HISTORY OF STONINGTON, CONN., by Richard A. Wheeler, page 212.

30. Mary, b. ____, m. _____ Tanner, ____. They had the following children:

+ 122 M i Benjamin TANNER was born 24 Dec 1692 and died Jun 1767.

+ 123 M ii John TANNER was born about 1694 and died 1741.

https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/64184931/francis-tanner

Francis Tanner BIRTH 3 Jul 1708 South Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA DEATH 3 Jan 1777 (aged 68) South Kingstown, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA BURIAL Francis Tanner Cemetery Hopkinton, Washington County, Rhode Island, USA MEMORIAL ID 64184931 · View Source SHARE SAVE TOSUGGEST EDITS MEMORIAL PHOTOS 1 FLOWERS 10 Francis also had another wife Mary Tosh; To them a son was born Josias.

Josias b. Jun 10, 1734 in N.Kingston, RI d. 1810 z(?)N.Kingston,RI M. Phebe Brownell b.May 20, 1749

Information provided by Stephanie (50167709) May 2020 According to the Broderbund Family Archive #110, vol 2, edition 6 / Social Security Death Index: U.S., date of import; Sept 29 1998, Internal Ref #1.112.6.95516.185 - William b.1751 and Joshua b.1757 are Elizabeth Sheldon' s(1713) children w/ Francis Tanner. Amey b.1729, Josias b.1734, Isaac b.1736, Forces b.1738/39 and Susannah b.1745 are Mary Tosh's(b.1727/28) children w/ Francis Tanner b.1708

Family Members

Parents

William Francis Tanner 1657–1740

Spouse

Elizabeth Sheldon Tanner 1713 – unknown (m. 1734)

Siblings

William Henry Tanner 1687–1757

Benjamin Tanner 1692–1767

John Tanner 1694 – unknown

Children
Isaac Tanner 1736–1822

Joshua Tanner 1757–1807

Inscription

Tanner Cemetery is located behind the Laurel Golf Course, West Kingston, RI. Instead of going down the golf course lane, drive straight down the driveway to a house. Walk from the right rear corner of the house about 45 degrees to a path through the woods to an enclosed burial grounds #17, the most NW rough granite stone is marked W.T. (William), to the right one is marked M.T. (Mary). These stones were seen in 1997.

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Francis Tanner 3 July 1708–3 January 1777 (Age 68) South Kingstown, Providence, Rhode Island, British Colonial America

The Life Summary of Francis Francis Tanner was born on 3 July 1708, in South Kingstown, Providence, Rhode Island, British Colonial America as the son of William Tanner and Elizabeth. He married Mary Tosh on 26 February 1728, in South Kingstown, Kings, Rhode Island, British Colonial America. They were the parents of at least 2 sons and 3 daughters. He died on 3 January 1777, in Hopkinton, Washington, Rhode Island, United States, at the age of 68, and was buried in Hopkinton, Washington, Rhode Island, United States. Spouse and Children

Francis Tanner Male 1708–1777

•  Male

Mary Tosh Female 1710–1745

•  Female

Marriage 26 February 1728 South Kingstown, Kings, Rhode Island, British Colonial America Children (5)

Amey Tanner Female 1729–1817

•  Female

Josias Tanner Male 1734–1810

•  Male

Isaac Tanner Male 1736–1822

•  Male

Dorcas Tanner Female 1739–Deceased

•  Female

Susannah Tanner Female 1745–1839

•  Female VIEW ALL Story Highlight Biography of Francis Tanner by George C. Tanner William Tanner married three times. The third wife being Elizabeth Cottrell. [Note that these marriages and children are disputed; there may be multiple William Tanners.] They were blessed with six c … Discover Even More As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story. Create a free account to view more about your family. CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT Photos and Memories (82)

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William Tanner Male Deceased

•  Male

Elizabeth Female 1688–Deceased

•  Female Siblings (3)

Francis Tanner Male 1708–1777

•  Male

Nathan Tanner Male 1709–1752

•  Male

Benjamin Tanner Male 1711–Deceased

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Tanner

Francis 1 English and Dutch: occupational name for a tanner of skins, Middle English tanner, Middle Dutch taenre. (The Middle English form derives from Old English tannere, from Late Latin tannarius, reinforced by Old French taneor, from Late Latin tannator; both Late Latin forms derive from a verb tannare, possibly from a Celtic word for the oak, whose bark was used in the process.)2 Swiss and German: habitational name for someone from any of several places called Tanne (in the Harz Mountains and Silesia) or Tann (southern Germany).3 Finnish: topographic or ornamental name from Finnish tanner ‘open field’. Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006. Possible Related Names Tann Tenner Tonner Activities

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Spouse and Children

Parents and Siblings 1680 1700 1720 1740 1760 1780 1800 1820 1840 Francis Tanner

1708–1777 Mary Tosh

1710–1745 Marriage: 26 February 1728

Amey Tanner

1729–1817 Josias Tanner

1734–1810 Isaac Tanner

1736–1822 Dorcas Tanner

1739–Deceased Susannah Tanner

1745–1839 World Events (3) 1723 · Pirates Hung in Newport Age 15 On July 17, 1723, twenty-eight pirates are hung in Newport, Rhode Island. 1763 · First Synagogue in America Age 55 The first Jewish Synagogue in America was built in Newport, Rhode Island in 1763. It still stands today, making it the oldest synagogue in the United States. 1776 Age 68 Thomas Jefferson's American Declaration of Independence endorsed by Congress. Colonies declare independence. Sources (0) Sources There are no historical documents attached to Francis.

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Francis Tanner (1708 - abt. 1777)

Francis Tanner

Born 3 Jul 1708 in South Kingston, Kings County, Rhode Island

Son of William Tanner Sr. and Elizabeth (Unknown) Tanner

Brother of William Tanner Jr. [half], Benjamin Tanner [half], John Tanner [half], Mary (Tanner) Willett [half], Avis (Tanner) Barber [half], Jane (Tanner) Hill [half], Nathan Tanner, Anna Tanner, Rebecca (Tanner) Brand, Elizabeth (Tanner) Burdick and Abigail Tanner

Husband of Mary (Tosh) Tanner — married 26 Feb 1728 (to 10 Nov 1745) in South Kingstown, Kings County, Rhode Island

Husband of Elizabeth (Sheldon) Tanner — married after 10 Nov 1745 [location unknown]

Father of Amey (Tanner) Peterson, Josias Tanner, Isaac Tanner, Dorcas Tanner, Susannah (Tanner) Brown, William Tanner and Joshua Tanner

Died about 3 Jan 1777 at about age 68 in Hopkinton, Kings County, Rhode Island, United States

Tanner-312 created 27 Sep 2010 | Last modified 13 Feb 2022

Biography

Francis Tanner was born 3 July 1708 in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, the first of six children of William Tanner and his third wife, Elizabeth, who Maurice Tanner identified as Elizabeth Cottrell. [1]

Francis Tanner married Mary Tosh [2] (or "March" Tosh) [3] in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, on 26 February 1728.

Francis Tanner was a resident of South Kingstown, Rhode Island where he was active in the civic and religious communities. He was a member of the Seventh Day Baptist church of Westerly. Francis Tanner served on the town council of South Kingstown from 1756-1759 and 1761 and on the Hopkinton town council in 1767-1769 and 1772. He was prominent in promoting the welfare of his community and a supporter of the patriot cause, but died at the height of the conflict on 3 January 1777."

Genealogical Records

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Vital Records

Primary Source, Arnold, Vital Records of Rhode Island. 1636-1850, Volume 5. Washington County [2] Volume 5, Early Vital records from North Kingston, Washington County, Rhode Island for William Tanner; Data Extract:
) South Kingstown RI Marriage Records; Page 32: Francis Tanner married Mary Tosh, by Rouse Helme, Assistant, on 26 Feb 1728.
Marriage Records

Secondary Source, Henry Edwards Scott, Editor; The New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Vol. 67, [3] Data Extract:
) Some Early Marriages Recorded at South Kingston, R.I.; Page 285: Thomas Barber and Avis Tanner were married on the 18th day of April 1723 at South Kingston, RI. by Rowse Helme, Justice of the Peace
) Some Early Marriages Recorded at South Kingston, R.I.; Page 286: Francis Tanner and March Tosh were married February 26, 1728 at South Kingston, RI. by Rowse Helme, Justice of the Peace
) Some Early Marriages Recorded at South Kingston, R.I.; Page 286: William Tanner and Elisabeth Cottrell were married 1722[?]* at South Kingston, RI. by Rowse Helme, Justice of the Peace. *Only the tops of the last two digits visible.
Census Records

Derivative Primary Source, John Russell Bartlett; Census of the inhabitants of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, taken by order of the General Assembly in the year 1774; [4] : Data summary: In the 1774 Rhode Island Census, Francis Tanner, age (16+) was the head of a Hopkinton, RI. household. Members of the household include:
) 1774 Hopkinton, RI Census, page 225: Francis Tanner, two white males age above 16. {Francis (age 66) and probably son William Tanner (age 17).}
) One white female over 16. {Probably wife Elizabeth (Sheldon) Tanner}
) One white male under 16 {Probably son Joshua Tanner.}
) One white female under 16
) Two Blacks. {Francis Tanner was a slave owner, confirmed by his bequests of slaves in his last will and testament.}
) Other Tanners (and related individuals) enumerated in this 1774 Hopkinton Census:
) William Tanner, Household of 12. {Probably Wm Tanner Jr. son of Wm Tanner Jr., brother of Francis Tanner. }
) William Tanner Jr., Household of 3. {Make up of the hh suggests he was probably Wm Tanner III, the son of Wm Tanner II above. }
) Mary Tanner, Household of 6. {Probable widow with children.
) Abel Tanner, Household of 7. {Son of Nathan Tanner and one the two nephews placed under the guardianship responsibility of Francis after the death of their father and his brother Nathan.}
) Francis West: HH of 8.
) 1774 Enumeration of the Siblings of Francis Tanner
) William, Nathan, and Benjamin: deceased.
) 1774 Newport, RI Census, page 33: John Tanner HH of 3. {Possible brother of Francis Tanner; if alive would be in his mid 70s.}
) 1774 Enumeration of the other children of Francis Tanner
) 1774 South Kingston, RI Census, page 92: Josiah Tanner, HH of 8. {Son of Francis Tanner living on the original Tanner homestead of Wm Tanner Sr., father of Francis Tanner. Purchased by Francis from his brother Benjamin.}
) 1774 South Kingston, RI Census, page 92: Isaac Tanner, HH of 10. {Son of Francis Tanner living on the original Tanner homestead of Wm Tanner Sr., father of Francis Tanner. Purchased by Francis from his brother Nathan.}
Probate Court Records

Primary Source, Francis Tanner, Last Will and Testament of Francis Tanner of Hopkinton, Rhode Island [5] Data Extract:
) Transcription of Francis Tanner's Will The preceding hot link connects to a full, eleven page transcription of Will of Frances Tanner, Hopkinton, Rhode Island, 22 October 1776. This transcription is free and freely available, hence, in the interest of brevity, an abridged subset of the information is presented here; please click on the hot link for access to the full transcript:
) Bequeaths to son Josias my farm in South Kingstown... boundary which is the NW corner of the land I bought of my brother Benjamin Tanner, then to the land I bought of my brother Nathan Tanner.
) Bequeaths to son Isaac Tanner my farm I formerly bought of my brother Nathan Tanner. In addition, I give...
) Bequeath to son William Tanner the north part of my land in Hopkinton.
) Bequeath to son Joshua Tanner, the south part of my Homestead in Hopkinton partially bounded the land of Nathan Tanner and Francis West.
) Bequeath to sons William and Joshua Tanner my saw mill.
) My will is that my wife Elizabeth Tanner shall have the use of a defined portion of my dwelling house, defined furnishings and provision.
) Bequeath to my 3 daughters Amy, Dorcas, and Susannah, remaining lands, not already given away.
) Witnessed by William?, Francis West, and Abel Tanner.
) William West?, Francis West and Abel Tanner appeared in at the town Council 20 January 1777 to swear to the authenticity of the will.
Published Genealogical Information

Secondary Source, Maurice Tanner, Descendants of John Tanner; Page 7: [1] Genealogical Data:
) Tanner Genealogy; Page 7; Francis Tanner, was born 3 July 1708 in South Kingstown, Rhode Island, the first of six children of William Tanner and his third wife Elizabeth Cottrell. The siblings of Francis Tanner (inclusive) are as follows:
) Children of William and Elizabeth Cottrell:
) Francis Tanner, born 3 July 1708.
) Nathan Tanner, born 20 Feb 1710.
) Anna Tanner, born 15 March 1712. {Editorial, the source text has a typographical error stating that Anna and Elizabeth were the children of Francis rather than William, despite being in the list of William's Children}
) Rebecca Tanner, born 2 July 1714.
) Elizabeth Tanner, born
) Tanner Genealogy; Page 7; Upon reaching adulthood, Francis Tanner married first, on 26 Feb 1728, Mary Tosh of Newport, RI; Mary was the mother of five of his children, but she died a premature death on 10 Nov 1745. Francis Tanner then married (second) Elizabeth Sheldon about 1748.
) Children of Francis and Mary (Tosh) Tanner:
) Amey b. 11 Oct 1729
) Josias b. 10 Jun 1734
) Isaac b. 9 Sep 1736
) Dorcas b. 28 Feb 1739
) Susanah b. 2 Nov 1745.
) Children of Francis and Elizabeth (Sheldon) Tanner:
) William b. 9 May 1751
) Joshua b. 27 July 1757.
Secondary Source, Rev. George C. Tanner D.D.; William Tanner, Sr. of South Kingstown, Rhode Island and His Descendants [6] Data Extract:
) Page 10;
) 1910 Tanner Genealogy; Page 12:
) page 140;
Research Notes

) 2021-12-28: Kings County, RI. was renamed Washington County on 29 Oct 1781 in honor of George Washington; four years after the death of Francis Tanner.
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Sources

↑ 1.0 1.1 Tanner, Maurice,. Descendants of John Tanner; born August 15, 1778, at Hopkintown, R.I., died April 15 1850, at South Cottonwood, Salt Lake County, Utah; Published by the Tanner Family Association, 1923.
↑ 2.0 2.1 Arnold, James N., Editor of the Narragansett Historical Register, Vital Record of Rhode Island, 1636-1850, Providence, RI., Narragansett HIstorical Publishing Co., 1894. Twenty one Volume set of Early Rhode Island Vital records compiled by from James Arnold. Vital Record of Rhode Island. 1636-1850, Volume 5. Washington County--Title page Archive.org
↑ 3.0 3.1 Scott, Henry Edwards, Editor; The New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Vol. 67, Published by the Society, Boston, 1913. Public Domain. Available on line at:
) The New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Vol. 67, Archive.org. Title Page, and
) The New England Historical and Genealogical Register, Vol. 67, Google Books, Title Page
↑ Bartlett, John Russell; Census of the inhabitants of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, taken by order of the General Assembly in the year 1774; Providence; Knowles, Anthony & Co. Printers; 1858. Public Domain.
↑ Tanner, Francis; Last Will and Testament of Francis Tanner of Hopkinton, Rhode Island, Hopkinton, Rhode Island Town Records, 22 October 1776
↑ Tanner, Rev George C. DD; William Tanner, Sr. of South Kingstown, Rhode Island and His Descendants; Faribault, Minn., Self published by the author, 1910 revised and updated edition. Public Domain
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Representative men and old families of Rhode Island : genealogical records and historical sketches of prominent and representative citizens and of many of the old families; Page 1344-1345: Genealogy of descendants of Frances Tanner.
Hopkinton Historical Assn. - 1757-1850 Probate Record abstracts
1774 Rhode Island Census;
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Transcription of the Last Will and Testament of Frances Tanner.
1774 Rhode Island Census; Data extracted for surname Tanner @ FamilySearch profile
Probate Court Records, Frances Tanner assigned to be the Guardian of his nephews, Nathan Tanner Jr. and Abel Tanner; sons of his brother Nathan Tanner.
Beaman, Alden G. 1978. Washington County, Rhode Island marriages from probate records, 1685-1860: comprising the towns of North Kingston, South Kingston, Exeter, Westerly, Charlestown, Richmond, Hopkinton. Princeton, Mass: Beaman.
Seventh Day Baptist Church Project. Wikitree free space profile on the Seventh Day Baptist Church.
Thorngate, Janet; Baptists in Early North America Volume III; Newport, Rhode Island, Seventh Day Baptists; Mercer University Press; Macon, Georgia and The Seventh Day Baptist Historical Society; 2017.
Web based Genealogies

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