Service Details
THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2020
VISITATION: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
HOMEGOING CELEBRATION: 11:00 a.m.
DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
In accordance with the Racine County mandate, only 50 people will be allowed to enter the funeral home at a time. For the safety and security of our guests we also strongly encourage those in attendance to bring and wear a face covering. We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
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Mary Louise Evans was born on January 6, 1938 in Laurel, MS to parents Rosa Foye and Doc Evans. Mary was an only child and grew up with her favorite cousin BabyRuth Weathersby and childhood friend Sylvia Mccullum. She attended Laurel High School.
Mary made her transition into eternal life on June 25, 2020 at Ridgewood Care Center in Racine, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by her parents Rosa Lee Foye and Doc Evans and loving companion David Lee Washington. Mary is survived by five Children Larry Evans, Jerry Evans, Michael Evans, Tony Evans, Patricia Evans. Eleven Grandchildren Chanel Terry, Michelle Mack, Krystal Evans, Yolanda Ward, Brandon Evans, Deonyata Evans, Andre Evans, Steven Bunch, Cory Bunch, Khali Bunch, Larry Porter and several Great-Grandchildren.
Mary was a dedicated Mother and treasured her family and friends. Everyone knew her as “Sweet Pea” and she embraced every precious moment of life and believed in forgiveness and compassion for others. She ensured that anyone who knew her was safe, healthy and happy. She loved fashion and “dressed to impress”. She always had a very strong faith in our Lord and Savior.
Family and freinds are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Thursday, July 2, 2020 for a visitation from 9-11 a.m. A service celebrating her life and Homegoing will follow at 11:00 a.m. with Bishop James Ford officiating. Her interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery.
In accordance with the Racine County mandate, only 50 people will be allowed to enter the funeral home at a time. For the safety and security of our guests we also strongly encourage those in attendance to bring and wear a face covering. We thank everyone for their understanding and cooperation during this difficult time.
Sonja Cobb says
So sorry for your loss Tricia. I’ll keep you in prayers.
Nicole Thompson And Family- GWI says
As you grieve the passing of your mother, know that you have many people who care about you and who want to help you in any way that we can. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Your mother will be dearly missed by many, and we are holding all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tawana Lyons, LPN says
Mary was a sweet humble lady. Im going to miss her dearly. I was t baby to her. R.I.H. Ms. Mary
Ora /Marvin. Griffin and family says
RIP Auntie 💔💔😢 you was one of a kind I am going to miss you love you all ways
Star Barksdale says
Star Barksdale, you are living your best life with family and friends. No more pain. Flying high with your wings. Tell everyone I said hello Till we meet again, love you.
Henry Lee Bester says
Aunt Sweet Pea You were always so kind to me and patient my heart aches because I know that you are going home. You’ll be missed more than you’ll ever know. That place in my heart will never be filled by anyone else. Please rest easy now May all your pains be gone and may you watch over all of us I love and I miss you
FRIENDS OF DISTINCTION says
R. I. P
James Bester says
Rest in peace auntie. Love you!!!!!