MARY E. WALKER HOBART, IN Mary Elizabeth Hartigan Campbell Walker passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. Mary was the only child born to Stephen Paul and Mary Cecilia Hartigan on December 2, 1921 in McKeesport, PA. In 1943, Mary traveled to Montgomery, AL to marry her high school sweetheart and an aviation cadet, Charles E. Campbell Jr., prior to his deployment to Europe. Eventually, Mary and Chuck moved their growing family to Hobart in 1950. She soon joined the Hobart Jr. Women's Club and formed many lasting friendships. Mary was widowed in 1960. Her abiding faith in God, courageous and brave spirit, the love and support of many dear friends, and her deep love for her children bolstered her throughout the 11 years ahead as a single parent of six. During these years, Mary was happily employed by Investors Diversified Services. She was recognized as the Central Division's first Secretary of the Year in 1966. In 1970 Mary married Robert L.R. Walker. Together, the couple enjoyed travel, friends and family, and participation in many local organizations. Mary enjoyed the society and challenge of playing bridge and an occasional golf game. Mary was an active member of St. Bridget's Parish for 59 years. Mary helped establish the local chapter of Meals on Wheels, The Caring Place, and HIEDC. Preceding Mary in death are her parents; her husbands: Charles E. Campbell Jr. and Robert L.R. Walker; and grandson, Ben Walker. Mary is survived by her six children: Tina (The late William) Thomas; Marc (Shirley) Campbell; Mary (Charles) Boston; Beth (Garvey) Dickson, all of Hobart; Nan (Charles) Aton of Phoenix, AZ; Megan (Will) Klein of Chesterton; two stepsons: Mark and David Walker, both of Oregon. She was a loving grandmother to Ann (Brian) Davis; Andrew Thomas; Aaron Campbell; Stephen (Karen) Campbell; Kate (Tim) Lundy; Becky (John) Boyle; Kelly Boston; Megan (Eric) Denny; Jessica (Robbie) Rud; Adam Stewart; Gayle (Mike) James; Donna (Jason) Cooke; Jim Dickson; Clair; Brian; Matthew Aton; Eliot and Emma Klein; Adam Walker; Bethany Walker. Mary is also survived by 20 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation in Mary's name to the Hobart Food Pantry and St. Bridget Catholic Church. Morning Prayers will be offered at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at Rees Funeral Home, 600 W. Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Bridget Church at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Dominic V. Bertino Officiating. Burial will follow at Chapel Lawn Cemetery. Rosary on Friday, August 21, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. Visitation on Friday, 3:00-8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, (219) 942-2109 or online at: www.Reesfuneralhomes.com