Rebecca Gibson
February 4, 1899
Muncie (Indiana) Morning News
Very Unexpected Was the Death of Mrs Rebecca Gibson of Hagerstown Mrs Rebecca Gibson, aged 67 years and a lifetime resident of Wayne county, died very suddenly at the home of her daughter, Mrs Isaac G hays, 510 South Franklin street, ;ast night. The deceased came to Muncie in November last, and has sonce been a visitor at the Hays home. Her general health was excellent, and although she had complained of a slight ailment the past three days her symptoms were not regarded as serious, and she was not confined to her bed. Last night, a few minutes after retiring, she called Mrs Hays to her bedside, and complained that she was not well, and after ministering to her wants her daughters left the room. Mrs Gibson called a second time for her daughter, and as the latter entered the room the old lady sank to the floor unconscious and expired in a few minutes. The death resulted from a paralytic stroke. Deceased was the relict of S P Gibson, Wayne county, and was generally beloved The funeral will take place at Hagerstown, where the body will be sent today.
February 54, 1899
Muncie (Indiana) Morning News
Mr and Mrs Isaac G Hayes and family, Mr and Mrs Kent and Mr Gibson accompanied the remians of Mrs Rebecca Gibson to Hagerstown for burial. The deceased was the mother of Mrs Hayes.