John Manire

John Manire was born sometime about 1680 to 1685. The family name is thought to be French in origin though we haven't found anything yet to support that.

Early Years
He was an Episcopalian.

Marriage
He married Ann Dew, daughter of Thomas Dew and Elizabeth Barber, about 1719 in Virginia. Of this marriage they had at least 4 known children.

Children:
 * William Manire was born 1719.
 * Ann Manire was born about 1712
 * Catern (Catherine?) Manire was born about 1714
 * Usher Manire was born August 31, 1715 in North Farnham Parish, Richmond County, Virginia.

Later Years
John died sometime in 1717 before November 6, 1717. The Last Will and Testament of John Manear, dated September 10, 1716 was presented to court on November 6, 1717. All four children were named in the will.

(Will of John Manear, Will Book No. 3, Page 353 of the Wills and Inventories 1709 - 1717, Richmond County, Virginia,)

Family Links
John Manire - The "Original" Manire (This is as far back as we can get on the family right now)