Myrtle E Campbell

Myrtle E. Campbell, 88, Altoona, died Tuesday evening at her home. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Thomas A. and Agnes (Grannas) Ryan. She married Kenneth W. Campbell, Sr., on July 17, 1943 in Altoona. He preceded her in death in 1995. Surviving are 7 children: Carol L. Lincoln (Larry) of Gainesville, VA, Kenneth W. Campbell, Jr (Diana) of Juniata, Sheryl K. Fox (Robert) of Duncansville, Deborah L. Carey (Francis) of Quakertown, PA, Alan R. Campbell of Duncansville)Shirley A. Donnelly of Altoona, Matthew M. Campbell (Debra) of Martinsburg, W.VA.; 20 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren; one brother William R. Ryan. She was preceded by her brother, Thomas Ryan, and her daughter in law Virginia Campbell. Myrtle was a graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. She retired from Hollidaysburg Veterans Home as a Nurse's Aide after many years of service. She was a member of Grace Family Bible Church, where she was active in the prayer chain and had taught Junior church for many years. She enjoyed serving the Lord, and especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be remembered for her going home message: "See you in the morning!" Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM Friday, January 18, 2013, at Grace Family Bible Church, Duncansville, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11 AM, with Pastor James Zaebst, officiating. Interment at Alto Reste Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kenneth W. Campbell, Sr., memorial Brigade through Grace Family Bible Church.