Matthew Marvin Sr. facts for kids
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Matthew Marvin Sr.
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| Deputy of the General Court of the Colony of Connecticut from Norwalk |
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| In office May 1654 – October 1654 |
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| Preceded by | Richard Olmsted |
| Succeeded by | Richard Olmsted |
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| Born | Baptized March 26, 1600 Great Bentley, Essex, England |
| Died | December 20, 1678 (aged 78) Norwalk, Connecticut Colony |
| Resting place | East Norwalk Historical Cemetery, East Norwalk, Connecticut |
| Spouses | Elizabeth (m. January 1622, St. Mary's, Great Bentley), Alice () Bouton |
| Children | Matthew Marvin Jr., Mary Marvin, Sarah Marvin, Hannah Marvin Seymour, Rachel Marvin Smith |
| Residences | Hartford, Connecticut Colony, Norwalk, Connecticut Colony |
| Occupation | Surveyor, husbandman, wheelwright |
Matthew Marvin Sr. was an important early settler in America. He helped start two famous towns in Connecticut: Hartford and Norwalk. He also served in the government, representing Norwalk in the Colony of Connecticut's main assembly.
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Early Life and Family Background
Matthew Marvin Sr. was born in England. He was baptized on March 26, 1600. His parents were Edward and Margaret Mervyn. They lived in a place called Great Bentley in Essex, England.
Matthew inherited land and a house from his father. He likely lived with his mother until she passed away in 1633. He was active in his local church. He served as a "sydeman" (a church helper) in 1621. Later, he was an "overseer" in 1627 and a "senior warden" in 1628. These roles meant he helped manage church affairs.
Journey to America and Hartford
In 1635, Matthew Marvin Sr. traveled to America. He sailed from England with his wife and children. Their ship was named the Increase.
He became one of the first twelve settlers of Hartford, Connecticut. These settlers formed a group called the "Adventurers." They owned a special area of land known as "Venturers' Field." Matthew lived at the corner of Village and Front Streets in Hartford.
He worked as a surveyor of highways from 1639 to 1647. This meant he helped plan and maintain roads. In 1648, he even received a cash reward for killing a wolf. He also owned land in Farmington. He might have lived there for a short time.
Settling in Norwalk
In 1650, Matthew Marvin Sr. became one of the original settlers of Norwalk, Connecticut. His home in Norwalk was located right next to the town's meeting house. He also worked as a wheelwright, a person who builds and repairs wheels.
Matthew Marvin Sr. was chosen to represent Norwalk in the government. He served as a Deputy for Norwalk in the Connecticut General Court in 1654. This was like being a representative in today's state legislature. He also served as a magistrate (a type of judge) in 1659.
Later Life and Legacy
Matthew Marvin Sr. passed away in Norwalk on December 20, 1678.
His contributions to the early settlements are remembered. In 1902, a school was named after him. This school, Marvin Elementary School, is in East Norwalk.
His name is also carved on two special stones. One is the Founders Stone in the Ancient Burying Ground in Hartford. This stone lists the people who founded Hartford. The other is the Founders Stone in the East Norwalk Historical Cemetery. This stone honors the people who founded Norwalk.
