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Mark Sension
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| Deputy of the Connecticut General Assembly of the Colony of Connecticut from Norwalk |
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| In office October 1672 – May 1673 Serving with Nicholas Hoyt
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| Preceded by | Daniel Kellogg, Walter Hoyt |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Fitch |
| In office October 1676 – May 1677 Serving with John Bowton
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| Preceded by | Walter Hoyt |
| Succeeded by | Daniel Kellogg |
| In office October 1678 – May 1679 Serving with John Platt
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| Preceded by | Walter Hoyt, John Bowton |
| Succeeded by | John Gregory |
| In office May 1684 – May 1685 Serving with John Platt
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| Preceded by | Daniel Kellogg, John Platt |
| Succeeded by | John Bowton, John Platt |
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| Born | 1630 Dorchester, Massachusetts |
| Died | August 12, 1693 Darien, Connecticut |
| Resting place | East Norwalk Historical Cemetery, Norwalk, Connecticut |
| Spouses | Elizabeth Stanley, Dorothy Smith |
| Children | 10 |
| Residence | Norwalk, Connecticut |
Mark Sension (also known as Mark St. John) was an important early settler of Norwalk, Connecticut. He lived from 1630 to August 12, 1693. Mark Sension played a key role in the early government of the Colony of Connecticut. He served as a representative for Norwalk in the colony's main governing body.
Who Was Mark Sension?
Mark Sension was born in 1630 in Dorchester, Massachusetts. This area is now part of Boston. Later, he moved to Norwalk, Connecticut, which was a new settlement at the time. He helped build and shape the community there.
Family Life
Mark Sension had a family in Norwalk. He was married to Elizabeth Stanley and later to Dorothy Smith. Together, they had ten children. His family was an important part of the growing Norwalk community.
A Leader in Norwalk
Mark Sension was more than just a settler; he was a leader. He helped make decisions for the people of Norwalk. His work helped the town grow and become organized. He was a respected member of the community.
Serving the Colony
Mark Sension was chosen to be a "deputy" for Norwalk. A deputy was like a representative or a lawmaker. They spoke for their town in the Connecticut General Assembly. This was the main group that made laws for the entire Connecticut Colony.
He served in this important role several times:
- From October 1672 to May 1673
- From October 1676 to May 1677
- From October 1678 to May 1679
- From May to October 1684
His service as a deputy shows that the people of Norwalk trusted him. He helped make important decisions for the colony. These decisions affected daily life for everyone.
His Legacy
Mark Sension passed away on August 12, 1693, in Darien, Connecticut. He was buried in the East Norwalk Historical Cemetery in Norwalk. He is remembered as one of the early leaders who helped establish and govern the town of Norwalk and the Connecticut Colony. His contributions helped lay the groundwork for the future state of Connecticut.
