"This lady will be missed we used to have some good times with her and her hudband my thoughts are with the family."
In loving memory of
Joyce L. Evans
December 19, 1933 - August 7, 2017
Joyce L. Evans, 83, passed away at Daviess Community Hospital in Washington on August 7, 2017 at 5:53 a.m. She was born in Sidney, Illinois on December 19, 1933 to Lola (Renolds) and Virgal McCracken. She had attended Washington High School and had worked for the White Steamer Restaurant for over 35 years. She was a member of Veale Creek Baptist Church and the Washington Saddle Club. She was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 414 Ladies Auxiliary, joining in 1997 and was Madam President from 2002-2003.
She is survived by three sons, Michael McCracken of Washington, Tomas J. (Shannon) Evans of Washington and John E. Evans of Washington; two daughters, Bev Miles of Washington and Diana Evans of West Palm Beach, Florida; brother, JR (Sandy) McCracken of Washington; ten grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and one great great-grandchild; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bob and Helen Evans of Washington.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Herman Joseph Evans on April 28, 1995, whom she married May 12, 1956; stepson, Bobby G. Evans and brother, Curtis McCracken; sisters, Bernice Oldfield, Doris Dyer and Lois Dyer; granddaughter, Ashley Evans.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 11, at 10:30 a.m. at Ed Lee Mortuary with Rev. Jack and Kay Godfrey officiating. Burial will follow in New Veale Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service by the Eagles 414 Ladies Auxiliary at 6:00 p.m.Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
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"So sorry for the loss of your sweet mama. Prayers for all."
"she is at peace & running around Heaven"
"I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady."
"I was sorry to hear of Joyce's passing. She was always so sweet to me and I really enjoyed talking to her. She will be missed."
"I am very sorry to hear that Joyce has moved to the other side. I worked for many years with Joyce at the White Steamer and she was always kind and fun to be around. I have very fond memories of her along with Sandy McCracken, Barbara Emmins and many other ladies who were co-workers. As luck would have it my mother Edith lived next door to Joyce, before she passed away in 2009. My condolences to the family."
"Sorry we won't be able to make it but want all of you to know we are sorry for your loss prayers for you and your family. Charlie thought so much of her and she was a special Lady to him . His second Mom what he called her ."
"Bev, Mike and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. May God surround you and ease the ache in your hearts. Lean on one another and share the many happy memories of time shared with this beautiful lady Just a phone call away if there is anything at all that I can do to help. Leanne"
"She was a great lady and always treated me like i was her own child RIP you are so loved"
"So sorry to hear about your mom. Please accept my condolences in your loss. Prayers for the family!"
"So sorry for your loss. I won't be able to attend visitation but will be praying for peace and comfort for all your family."
"I love you and I know that Joyce was an angel here on earth. All the pain is gone to be remembered no more as she crossed the Jordan where her family was waiting,,her beautiful smile on her face as they took her hand and showed her the place where Jesus was waiting with open arms ,what a sight that must have been,, a new body and the start of eternity for my beloved friend, a celebration in heaven for joyce...you will be missed,,,"
"To know you Joyce was to love you. We worked together, had good times . We will miss you.until we meet again,"
"RIP My Sweet Aunt Joyce I Love You And Will Forever Miss You Till Me Meet Agine !"
"My condolances to everyone. i remember (Joyce as a wonderful mother and loving wife. My prayers are with you during this difficult time."