Elizabeth Gibson

Elizabeth J. Gibson was born on 8 November 1920 at Abbey Street, Arklow, County Wicklow. She was the daughter of John Gibson, a sett-maker, and Elizabeth Kavanagh.

Her birth was registered on 12 January 1921 by Margaret Long of Back Street, Arklow, who was present at the birth. Her father's occupation is listed as Sett-Maker.

1926 Census of Ireland

Recorded as a 5-year and 5-month-old daughter living at House 20, St. Brigid's Terrace, Arklow. She is listed as single, born in Arklow, and residing with her parents and five siblings.

Marriage to Patrick Kinsella

Married Patrick Joseph Kinsella on 9 April 1947 at the Roman Catholic Church of Arklow. At the time of marriage, Elizabeth was recorded as a spinster of "Full" age residing at 20 St. Brigid's Terrace, Arklow. Her father is confirmed as John Gibson (Sett-maker). Patrick Joseph Kinsella was a "Full" age bachelor working as a Pottery Worker, residing at 87 Rory O'Connor Place, Arklow, son of the late John Kinsella (Fisherman).

The ceremony was officiated by Fr. John J. Kelly C.C., with Anthony McCarthy and Margaret Byrne serving as witnesses.