Jonathan Groves, in his will dated March 20, 1811, bequeaths his lands to his sons Isaac, Charles, and William, while his wife Edy Groves receives the remainder of his movable estate during her widowhood. Upon her remarriage, she is entitled to only a child’s share. He appoints William Weir, David Groves, and Edy Groves as executors and revokes any previous wills. The will was proven in court in April and May 1811, with witnesses including Joseph Groves and Susannah Gates.
In the name of God Amen
I, Jonathan Groves of the aforesaid County being weak in body but
of a sound and perfect mind and memory blessed be Almighty God for the same.
I do make and publish this my last will and testament in the manner and form
following, that is to say;
First I give and bequeath to my beloved sons, Isaac, Charles, and
William, all my lands and tenements, and to my well beloved wife Edy Groves,
all the rest of my movable estate, goods, and chattles, of what kind soever
they may be.
I give and bequeath the same to my well beloved wife during her
widowhood and at the day of her marriage, she is to receive but a child's
part.
I likewise appoint William Weir, David Groves, Edy Groves my well
beloved wife, excutors of this my last will and testament, hereby revoking
all former wills by me made.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal the 20th day of
March in the year of our lord 1811.
Test ;
Wm Weir,
Joseph ( X ) Groves,
Susannah Gates Johanthan ( X ) Groves
Muhlenberg county Sct. April Court 1811
The last will and testament of Jonathan Groves deceased, was exhibited
into court and proved by Joseph Groves a subscribing witness. Thereto and
ordered to be certified. and at the May court in the year above mentioned
was fully proved by the oaths of Susannah Gates a subscribing witness
thereto which is therefore ordered to be recorded.
Att. Chas. F. W i n g clerkSource: Muhlenburg County Kentucky Will Book 1, pages 125-126