From US Census, living in Northampton County , North Carolina in 1790 and perhaps 1800, 1810, and 1820. A Joseph Jr is also listed in 1790 which probably is his son. Also, was living in Northampton County , in 1762 according to North Carolina census. See Northhampton County North Carolina wills: Abstract of Joseph Lassiter's will dated 17 Jan 1818 recorded Dec 1822. Wife not named; son Edwin, daus Bersheba Grant, Abigail Tadlock, Polly, Rachel, Elizabeth and Martha Lassiter. son Edwin, Shadrack Grant, Joel Tadlock exrs. Wt. Willie Futrell, Nicholas Magett, Enoch Lassiter. Will Book 3:270.