I saw your posts, although they are old, and wanted to ask about this family. I just finally came across it as a maiden name for a line I have been researching. Could Martin Ansel (also found spelled Ansell, Nancel & Ancel) b. abt 1785 be part of your line? Census finds him in Cabell Co., VA in 1830/40/50. His wife is listed as Hannah; their daughter that I am trying to connect to is Mahala, b. 1838 VA. If this family fits in somewhere, I would love to hear from you. Thanks a lot. Patty