Of their five daughters, all were married early, except Maria, who remained in school for a thorough education.

She became the central figure in that school and taught until she married Prof. Samuel Stafford, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

He served as professor of ancient literature in the University of Alabama, where he remained from 1837 until 1856, resigning because of failing health.

For several years, Mrs. Stafford gave all her time to the work of educating and character-building.

[1] Maria Brewster Brooks Stafford died in Asbury Park, New Jersey, July 28, 1896.