The 1860s were a wretched time for Jane.
Her first son, William, died in 1863, aged 15.
Then her husband died 1864, in Dufftown, in dire circumstances.
Finally, her youngest daughter, Elspet, died in 1865.
By this time only her daughter Jean was dependant on her.
Jane did not apply to the poor board for help.
It is assumed that her eldest son, John, quarrier and blacksmith, still living at home, was probably helping to support them.