Carla Highfill

Carla Highfill
Altoona

Carla Highfill, 79, was born June 8, 1935 to Carl and Elaine (Cain) Shanafelt in Centerville. She died Tuesday, February 3, 2015.

Carla graduated from Centerville High School. She was an active member of Altoona United Methodist Church for over 55 years where she participated in various women’s groups and other activities. Carla volunteered at Caring Hands Outreach Center in Altoona and also at the information booth at the Iowa State Fair.

Carla worked as an office manager for many years with Dr. Senty and Dr. Holt.

Carla and Gordon loved to dance and attend the Iowa State Fair. She enjoyed reading and watching movies. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Carla is survived by her children, Kirk (Diane) Highfill, Brent (Renee) Highfill, and Nancy (Darwin) Marshall; grandchildren, Alex (Amanda) Highfill, Brett Highfill, Rachel Highfill, Jake Highfill, Kara Highfill, Jennifer Marshall, and Tony Marshall; sisters, Sue (Don) Robinson and Judy (Phil) Blanchett; sister-in-law, Ann Highfill; and a host of other family and beloved friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Gordon.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, February 13, 2015 at Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Street SW in Altoona. Family will greet friends beginning at 2 p.m. on Friday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Caring Hands Outreach Center, 201 9th Street Northeast, Altoona, IA 50009 or Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation, P.O. Box 57130, Des Moines, IA 50317.

Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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