"Justice" in 1754. "Sussex Co., VA, Order Book (1754-1756)" - John Avent qualified as 'Justice'. Ibid. (1754-1807), p.1 - 30 May 1754, John Avent listed as one of the 'Justices' presiding.

On 13 Oct 1727 he received a grant of land in Brunswick Co., VA (Land Patent Book 13:179), so must have been born on or before 1706.

Sussex Co., VA Will Book "A" (1754-1764) p. 36:

Last Will and Testament of John Avent, of Albemarle Parish, Sussex Co., VA, dated 18 Aug 1755, proved 10 Nov 1755. Mentions son John, wife Margaret.