Martha Vaughn GETCHELL
Obituary

Mrs. Marth V., wife of Elbridge Libby, passed away early Sunday morning, Feb. 17. Mrs. Libby was born Sept. 3, 1829, being the daughter of Nathaniel and Elizabeth Getchell, and the youngest of a family of three sons and three daughters. Of her three children only one now living, Mrs. Henry Aunis of Wales.

Mrs. Libby has been a great sufferer for many years. She leaves a faithful husband who is very sick, and affectionate daughter, four grand-children, saddened by the calling away of one who was very dear to them. The funeral service was held at the residence Tuesday afternoon, attended by a number of sympathizing neighbors and friends.

The deceased was 80 years, 6 months, 14 days.

The Lewiston Daily Sun, Lewiston, Maine, Feb 21, 1901


DEATH OF AGED WEBSTER WOMAN
WEBSTER, Me., Feb. 18 (Special.) - The death of Mrs. Elbridge Libby occurred Sunday at her home in Webster at the age of 81 years. Mrs. Libby was formerly Miss Martha Getchell and was born in Wales. She had not been in good health for some time but her final sickness was grip. During the last few years, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Spofford have occupied her farm and have kindly cared for Mrs. Libby during her last illness. She is survived by her husband and a daughter, Mrs. Henry Annis of Wales. The funeral will be attended from her late home, Tuesday, at 1 P. M.

Lewiston Evening Journal
Lewiston, Maine
February 15, 1901





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