Phebe Ann Moyer was born Jan. 31, 1846 in Laccummins Co., PA. and departed this life Aug. 19, 1923 at Garwin, IA., in her 78th year.
She was one of 14 children born to Peter and Mary M. Moyer, seven of whom are living; Henry K., Jack, Charles, Simeon Moyer, Mrs. Lucy Hammett, Mrs. Hattie Hamett and Mrs. Mary De France.
June 30, 1863, she was united in marriage with Bethuel Church Babcock, son of Elder Maxson M. Babcock, who passed way Dec. 4, 1917. To this union were born 4 children, Mrs. Evangeline Ellen Cooper, Samuel Grant Babcock, Mrs. Harriet M. Saunders and Mrs. Grace Severance. There are 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
She was married Jan. 31, 1919 to John M. Severance, who with their children have been faithful and tender in their care of her during her illness of nearly 5 months.
Sister Severance was baptized about 1864 and united with the Carlton SDB church in Garwin. She loved the services of the church and gave to its support as she was able. She was a kind neighbor and friend, and will be missed by her family and a large circle of friends. 'Her children raise up and call her blessed'.
Farewell services conducted by Rev. H. R. Crandall were held Monday afternoon. Interment was in the Garwin Cemetery.
