Dorothy Boughan was mentioned in the 13 February 1719 will of her father John Boughan. She was to receive a share of the slaves of the estate when she came of age; the proceeds from the labors of the slaves were to help support her education. The will was proved on 19 July 1720. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 3, pages 178–180.]

Dorothy Boughan was mentioned in the 30 January 1725 will of her mother Susanna Bryant. She was to receive a gold ring and was named a co-executor of the will. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 4, pages 193–194.]