Myrtle Joyce Urban

Myrtle J Urban, 100 years old, of Youngtown, AZ., Died on June 13, 2019 in Sun City, AZ. She married Boniface John Urban who preceded her in death, along with her three children, Kenneth, Ronald and Patricia Urban. Surviving are her daughter Bonnie Briscoe (Dave), Six Grandchildren: Eddie Cobern, Kenny Cobern, Daniel Stynchula (Elisha), Melinda Stevenson (Dave), Nichole Urban and Nicholas Urban. Seven Great Grandchildren: Michael Cobern, Ashley Cobern, Arya Stynchula, Sawyer Stevenson, Nick Urban, Emma Urban, and Hunter Urban.

In her 100 years, she was blessed with four beautiful children, a loving husband, and a large close-knit family. Over the years, she faced no shortage of hardships. Through it all, Myrtle lived her life with joy, love, and purpose. She rarely made mention of the hardships she endured because her struggles were not where she chose to direct her time and attention. The focus of her life was the people she loved, the relationships she built, and gratitude for the blessings she had received over the years. She loved to sing and play music with her friends. She was a brilliant tactician, always finding a way to win when she played games. This mind no doubt served her well when giving sage advice, or navigating her own challenges. She taught us about true grit. She taught us about gratitude and positivity in the face of adversity. We will all miss her, but her teachings will live on in her loving daughter, six grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

The memorial service in Arizona will be held on Friday, July 5, 2019 at 4 p.m. On September 7, 2019 we will have a final memorial service in Champaign, Illinois at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1700 Crescent Dr., Champaign, Il 61821. Her ashes will be laid to rest the following day.

Memorial contributions may be made to “The Mission at Agua Fria Respite Room” being made in honor Myrtle Urban 8880 N 107th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85345 or to Banner Hospice 14505 W. Granite Valley Dr., Sun City West, AZ 85375.