Catherine Maher Langworthy, daughter of James and Mary Bridget Maher, was born in New York City August 21, 1854, and died at Bethesda Hospital, Hornell, N. Y., April 10, 1944.
On February 13, 1874, she married Daniel Babcock Langworthy, son of Benjamin Franklin, and Eliza Irish Langworthy, who preceded her in death twenty-five years. To them were born five children: Bertha L. Hallenbeck of Ravena. N. Y.; William N. who died December 25, 1943; Harry W. of Gloversville, N. Y.; Gladys L. who died in infancy, and Lucile L. Hildebrand of Alfred.
Mrs. Langworthy was known for her quick wit, her indomitable spirit and independence of thought and her strong faith in God. She was a member of the First Alfred Seventh Day Baptist Church.
Surviving are the two daughters, the son, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Farewell services were conducted by her pastor, Rev. E. T. Harris. Interment was at Alfred Rural Cemetery.
