The wife of Congressman Ralph Hall has died at the age of 83.

Mary Ellen Murphy Hall married Navy Lieutenant Ralph Hall in Florida in 1944. The couple moved back to Texas, where they raised their three sons.

Mary Ellen was active in several civic groups, as well teaching bible classes at the First United Methodist Church.

Congressman hall's staff say Mary Ellen was a world traveler, but home was her favorite place. She treasured the many hours she spent loving and caring for her grandchildren.

Funeral arrangements are set for Friday at 4 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Rockwall.

Mary Ellen Hall was 83 years old.