The will of William Taylor of the County of Essex was dated 15 October 1756. Son John Taylor, not married. Three grandsons Wm Noel, Thos Garnett, Taylor Noel. Daughter Eliza Noel, wife of James Noel. Daughter Sarah, wife of James Garnett. Daughter Tabitha. Grandchildren Ursilar Noel, Taylor Noel. Signed William Taylar. Witnesses: Jas Garnett, Wm Garnett, Ann Garnett, Larkin Noell. Proved 15 August 1763. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 12, pages 69–70.]

The inventory and appraisal of the estate of William Taylar was made 15 August 1763 by Cornelius Sale, John Sale, and Peter Samuell. Total valuation £293.4.10. Recorded 16 April 1764. Sales of the estate follow. [Essex County, Virginia, Will Book 12, pages 108–111.]