Will of John Hicks, dated the 30th day of September, 1728, and proved August 20, 1729.

To son, Robert Hicks, tract I live on and it is desire that son shall go and live with my son-in-law, Edward Tatum, until he is 18 years of age. To two son, John and Daniel Hicks, tract on Stephens Branch in Brunswick County. Desires that son, John Hicks should live with son-in-law, John Rose, until he arrives at the age of 18 years. Wife, Rebeckah Hicks, named as Executrix, with her brother, George Rieves. Witnesses were Ursilla Rieves, Elizabeth Rieves and Christopher Tatum.

Wills and Deeds Book 1715-1730, page 963, Surry County, Virginia