John (Johannes) Yerxa

• Son of Johannes Yerkse and Susanna Foseur
• Born 12 October 1758 at Philipsburgh NY
• Maried Sarah Silkman
• Resided at Mount Pleasant NY
• Enlisted March 1776 in Capt. Dutcher's company
• Enlisted March 1778 in Capt. Sybout Acker's company
• Enlisted February 1779 in Capt. Dean's company
• Served from May 1779 to May 1780 in Capt. Jesse Baker's company
• Died 9 September 1848

• Sarah Silkman was born 26 April 1762
• Daughter of John Silkman
• Died 8 April 1839

Children of John Yerxa and Sarah Silkman

1. Susanna born 13 February 1785
2. Abigail born 2 November 1778
3. Clarissa born 13 April 1794
4. Loretta born 8 January 1799
5. Maria born 4 March 1804