iPad to iPad transfer

Sorry for your loss.

Here’s what I would do:

1. Transfer your late husband’s photos from the iPad to a computer. Let that computer serve as the repository for the photos (but see step 5 below). Transfer photos and videos from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
2. Transfer any other items you might wish to preserve from the iPad to some other place (presumably a computer).
3. Thoroughly and completely cleanse that iPad as follows: What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
4. “Move in” to your “new” iPad! Transfer data from your previous iOS device to your new iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support
5. Perhaps you would prefer to store all your photos in iCloud. That way, they don’t have to remain on a computer. Set up and use iCloud Photos - Apple Support

An iPad is meant to be used by exactly one person. What does “consolidating” mean? Hopefully that does not mean you’re planning to share an iPad. Do not do that.

Glad to help.

Best regards, and enjoy your Apple gear.