Brief Life History of Sarah
When Sarah Underhill was born about 1781, in Westchester, New York, United States, her father, William Underhill Jr., was 31 and her mother, Theodosia Taylor, was 33. She married Samuel Helms on 25 October 1802, in White Plains, Westchester, New York, United States. They were the parents of at least 2 sons and 1 daughter. She died in May 1830, in New York, United States, at the age of 50, and was buried in Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Westchester, New York, United States.
Photos and Memories (2)
Do you know Sarah? Do you have a story about her that you would like to share? Sign In or Create a FREE Account
Family Time Line
Sources (2)
- Westchester. Cemetery Records, Gravestone Transcription Records, Asbury Methodist Church Cemetery,
- U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current
Spouse and Children
Children (3)
Parents and Siblings
World Events (8)
1781 · The First Constitution
Serving the newly created United States of America as the first constitution, the Articles of Confederation were an agreement among the 13 original states preserving the independence and sovereignty of the states. But with a limited central government, the Constitutional Convention came together to replace the Articles of Confederation with a more established Constitution and central government on where the states can be represented and voice their concerns and comments to build up the nation.
1783 · A Free America
The Revolutionary War ended with the signing of the Treaty of Paris which gave the new nation boundries on which they could expand and trade with other countries without any problems.
1797 · Albany is Named Capital of New York
Albany became the capital of New York in 1797. Albany is the oldest continuous settlement of the original 13 colonies.
Name Meaning
English: topographic name for someone who lived below or in the lee of a hill, from Middle English under + hill.
History: John Underhill (c. 1597–1672) was born in Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England. His father was a mercenary in the Netherlands, and he himself became a cadet in the Prince of Orange's guards. In 1630 he emigrated to Boston, MA, where he was appointed captain of militia. In 1664–65 he played a significant role in helping to bring the Dutch colony of New Netherland under English control.
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
Story Highlight
Underhill genealogy, Vol. II. Sixth generation
841 Sarah Underhill, daughter of (323) William and Theodosia (Taylor) Underhill, married Samuel Hellems (Helms), and resided in Greenville, Greenburg Township, N.Y.
Discover Even More
As a nonprofit, we offer free help to those looking to learn the details of their family story.