The Search for John
There is a family name that appears several times in Franklin County, North Carolina. That name is very unique; Vandevan. This name only appears in the descendants of John the Elder. This name could be another clue to the family in Virginia.
After John is found in North Carolina, the records show a Vandevan Leonard still living in Prince George, Virginia. This Vandevan eventually settled in Georgia. Below is the research of the Leonard family of Georgia. Once again family names appear; Frederick and Patrick. I will share three of the pages about the Leonard family in Virginia. It gives us some food for thought about this family.
Another interesting discovery was a family in early Virginia with the surname Vandevin. I am wondering if our Leonard ancestors married into this family and would account for the name used in future generations.
Share your thoughts with me, what do you think?
Thanks for stopping by!
Pattie
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