Antique Cabinet Card Funeral Memorial Husband & Wife 1891, 1900 Watertown, NY
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Antique Cabinet Card Funeral Memorial Husband & Wife 1891, 1900 Watertown, NY. Mathew / Matthew O'Marr(a) : DiedMarch 22, 1891 in Watertown, NY. Mary O'Marra : Born around1820 (died age 80 in 1900). Mary was probably in her early 20s when she arrived. -Pair of antique funeral cards from husband and wife Mary and Matthew O'Marra. -Pair of antique funeral cards from husband and wife Mary and Matthew O'Marra. -His name appears to be spelled incorrectly (Matthew O'Marra spelled Mathew O'Marr) -According to genealogy records: Mathew / Matthew O'Marr(a): Died March 22, 1891 in Watertown, NY. (Memorial card spelling: Mathew O'Marr) Mary O'Marra: Born around 1820 (died age 80 in 1900). Died February 13, 1900 at the home of her nephew, John F. Ward, 109 Washington Street, Watertown. They were longtime residents of Watertown (Mary for nearly 60 years, so arriving ~1840s). They were active in St. Patrick's Church (one of the oldest members; she was present at its organization). Family & Background Irish Immigrants / First-Generation Americans: Highly likely. The surname and strong ties to an Irish Catholic parish point to them being born in Ireland and immigrating in the 1830s–1840s (common during/after the Potato Famine). Mary was probably in her early 20s when she arrived. No specific immigration records or ship manifests turned up in quick searches, but this fits the profile of many Watertown families. -Cards are in Very Good Condition with his card having a stuck/glued note on the back with hand-writing indicating wife's name. Did not attempt to remove this but it appears it can be removed. Free Shipping for all US customers
