Bryant/Smith Genealogy: From Christopher Smythe to Nancy Smith

14th Generation: Christopher Thomas Smith

  • Christopher was born on March 18, 1591, in Burnley Lancashire, England.
  • He married Elizabeth Townley on October 10, 1620. They had three children together: Ellen, John, and Thomas.
  • Christopher died on April 16, 1638, (47 years old) in Colne Lancashire, England.

14th Generation: Elizabeth Townley

  • Elizabeth was born on March 27, 1599, in Burnley, Lancashire, England.
  • She was the daughter of Lawrence Townley and Jennet Halstead.
  • Elizabeth married Christopher on October 10, 1620. They had three children together:
    • Ellen (?-1623)
    • Col. John Smith (who we are descended from) (1624-1697)
    • Thomas (1625-1637)
  • Elizabeth died on January 28, 1679, (80 years old) in Colne, Lancashire, England.