John Robbins Willis (1779-1844)

John Robbins Willis, Merchant, of New York City

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Spouse
Martha (Willits) Willis (1783-1832)
Children
William Henry Willis (1809-1891)
Edward Willis (1812-1884)
He was born in Wheatley Hills, Long Island. He was a Quaker and a successful merchant in New York. He came to an unfortunate end when he fell through the skylight of a friend's house having clambered up to the roof with his friend - a volunteer fireman like himself - to watch a fire. Her married Martha Willits who was also a Quaker and they were the parents of three sons including W. Henry Willis who built both Carnwath and Obercreek in Dutchess County.  
Contributed by Mark Meredith on 08/05/2022 and last updated on 09/05/2022.
Image Courtesy of the Frick Art Reference Library