On 28 Jun 1801 when Metje was 17, she married
Helmigh Van Houten (64843) , son of
Dirck Van Houten (60231) (21 Nov 1746-1819) &
Ragel Newkirk (11 Mar 1751-), in Acquackanonk, Passaic County, New Jersey.
Born on 19 Mar 1778 in Totowa, Passaic County, New Jersey.655 Helmigh was baptized in Totowa Reformed Church, on 12 Apr 1778.655 Helmigh, son of dirk Van houten & Ragel Newkerk, witnesses Johannes van giesen & Metye Van houten. Helmigh died on 27 May 1847; he was 69.