Sally, this is one where, before I made a final conclusion, I'd like to see an original version of the record to ensure that this is not just a transcription error. However, I'd guess that if you substituted "in trust" for "trusted" you'd have a clearer meaning of the intent of the wording. I.e., it would appear to me that James Phillips was a minor, and that John Phillips was either his father or guardian. The same relationship, and meaning, might be implied for William W. Phillips and Thomas Phillips, but here neither "in trust" or "trusted" was used. But at best that's just an educated guess. Lou Poole -----Original Message----- From: Research and writing about Virginia genealogy and family history. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Sally Phillips Sent: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:24 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [VA-ROOTS] Does "trusted" indicate preferred guardianship? What does the word "trusted" mean in the following quote from a will? " Ninth, It is my desire that all my perishable part of my Estate be sold and after paying all my debts that all over be divided among my children; Mary Norwood, John Phillips trusted for James Phillips, Nancy Davis, John Phillips, and William W. Phillips for Thomas Phillips, George Phillips, my household and kitchen furniture to be disposed of as my children may think proper. " Thank you. Sally Phillips To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html