JOHN SMITH was born about 1572. MARY GARDINER was a few years younger, born probably in Elmsett near Burstall, Suffolk, England. They married in 1597 at St. Margaret's, Ipswich, Suffolk, England. They lived near Ipswich, never journeying to America.

The will of JOHN SMITH, dated May 27, 1618, and proved July 17, 1618, has been found and read. The will mentions his wife Marie, and all five sons.

Son, SAMUEL, is the only son to have immigrated to New England.