Elizabeth Morgan (Barber) Martin of Carmel, CA passed away in her home, surrounded by family, April 3, 2010. Liz was born December 27, 1929 in Winnetka, Ill to John Edward Barber and Grayson Carter (Beach) Barber. Liz was the youngest of three children.
Liz married Carmel (Cappy) C. Martin Jr. in 1969. They adored each other and shared many wonderful memories together during their 36 years of marriage. They loved France, especially Paris, where they found the food, wine, gardens and style of living which suited them very well. Liz was an artist known for her great sense of color and vibrant flowers.
She loved their second home in San Juan Bautista, CA, where she and Cappy had a marvelous garden. They would spend their days gardening and canning, watching the world go by on the front porch. Her cucumber pickles and lemon daiquiris are legendary.
Liz was known for her southern style hospitality, lighting up the room with her presence, drawing friends and family together, charming them with her sense of style, humor and wit. She often referred to her school motto: “Function in Disaster and Finish in Style” — which she did.
Elizabeth Martin is survived by eight children; Elizabeth (Lizzie) Mudd, Katherine (Katie) Mudd, Seeley (Sam) Mudd, Maren Martin, John Mudd, Carmel (Chris) Martin, Julia Martin, William Mudd, nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Monterey SPCA or local charity of the donor’s choice. A small, private memorial will take place at a future date.
