John STEARNS

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He resided on the homestead of his father, and had a family of fifteen children; d. 1729; inventory of his estate, administered by his wid., Abigail in 1735, was L952, 3sh., 10d. In the settlement of the estate, mention is made of heirs of Peter and James

John married Abigail FISKE on 21 Feb 1701. Abigail was born on 12 Jun 1684. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Rev. David Stearns b. Dec. 24, 1709, son of John and Abigail (Fiske) Stearns, of Watertown, Mass.; Harv. Univ., 1728; a minister, of Lunenburg, Mass., where he was ordained, Apr. 18,1733. he md. Apr. 7, 1736, by Rev. John Prentice, Ruth Hubbard, a lady highly distinguished by the vigor of her mind and the virtues of her heart. Rev. David Stearns d. Mar. 9, 1761, and his widow md. (2) Nov. 9, 1768, Rev. Aaron Whitney, of Petersham, Mass., who d. 1779. She d. Nov. 1, 1788, he had thirteen children. the following inscription on rev. David Stearn's monument is an evidence of the respect and affection of his people toward him:

"This monument, erected by the town of Lunenburg, is sacred to the memory of The Reverend David Stearns, their much beloved and respected Pastor, who departed this life in the joyful expectation of a better, on the 9th day of march, A.D., 1761. In his private capacity, he was a kind husband, a tender parent, an affectionate brother and a faithful friend. In his ministerial character, his conversation was pure, entertaining and instructive; his doctrines plain and scriptural, and his life truly exemplary. He was adorned with hospitality, with singular prudence, and a most endearing benevolence; with a good knowledge of men and things; with a fervent zeal for the glory of Christ and the salvation of souls, and was governed by the united influence of these accomplishments.

Help, Lord, for the godly man ceaseth."

David married Ruth HUBBARD on 7 Apr 1736. Ruth (daughter of Jonathan HUBBARD and Rebecca BROWN) was born in 1716; died on 1 Nov 1788. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]