n outrigger canoe; loved to go fishing in Minnesota. She was talented in all things creative--painting, photography, sewing, and quilting . She had a beautiful flower garden and birds and butterflies were of special interest. She participated in the Alpha Chapter Poetry Society. She was generous and giving her entire life and had a smile and kind word for everyone. People loved to come to visit because her house was always full of good food, fun, and laughter. She was a volunteer with Heifer International, active in Woodside PTA for many years, a member of Altoona Christian Church and Highland Park Christian Church, a charter member of the Lunch Bunch, on the Iowa State Nursing Home Inspection Team, Worthy Matron of the Eastern Star, and driver on visits to take gifts to the Eastern Star Home in Boone. She was always proud of her family and taught us to love books and games. She was a Scrabble player who liked to win! Better have the dictionary ready! She was a loving mother who always supported and encouraged us in every endeavor. She gave us a sturdy foundation and confidence to aim high. We will miss her! She is survived by her children Karalee McWhorter, Jim (Sandy) Champion, Kathy (Terry) Laidley, and Betsy (LaVerne) Bown; nine grandchildren, Brett Champion, Kelly (Todd) Weber, Andrew (Karin) McWhorter, Allison (Brennon) Morris, Shannon Tarbell, Katie (Peter) Williams, Lacey (Stephen) Miller, Amanda (Andrew) Leider, and Erin Bown; and seven great grandchildren, Collin and Anna McWhorter, Parker and Brett II "Champ" Champion, Lila Weber, Owen Williams, and Kaden Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband Lewis Ezra Doyle Champion, her parents and her two brothers. Per her wishes, a private family graveside service will take place at Altoona Cemetery with a "party" from 3:00 - 5:00 pm on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at Altoona Christian Church, 2890 1st Ave South, Altoona. Special thanks to Wesley Life Hospice caregivers for their kindness and compassion and Dr. Neelima Chennupati for her continued friendship and care. Memorials, if desired, may be donated to Heifer International, One World Ave. Little Rock, AR, 72202, www.heifer.org or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com/services/services_detail.aspx?rid=28214