- Date Of Birth: January 1, 1926
- Date Of Death: January 9, 2021
- State: Colorado
Evelyn Ilene Walker Lawson, age 95 of Rockvale, formerly of Wetmore, was born on January 1, 1926 in Englewood, Kansas and transcended her earthly body at home on January 9, 2021 following a long, hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease. By her side caring for her were her daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Eric Bellas; granddaughter, Faith and niece, Dawn Walker McWilliams.
Evelyn came to Colorado from Oklahoma in a covered wagon with her parents and siblings when she was only nine years old and worked as a telephone switchboard operator in Pueblo in her late teens.
Residing in Wetmore in her earlier years, Evelyn was a hard-working Ranch, 4-H and rodeo Mom. She kept her children in starched shirts and jeans for rodeos every weekend and sparkling clean uniforms for playing sports at Florence High School. She worked tirelessly at the State Fair, County Fair and Stock Show every year to make it possible for all of her children to enjoy the privilege of experiencing these special events.
Evelyn was an excellent cook and had lots to do feeding all the family and ranch hands. She loved to travel and treasured her trip to Maui with son, Virgil Lee and best friend, Jean. Jean and her lifetime friend, Lucille, accompanied Evelyn on several Caribbean cruises and bus trips across the country.
Evelyn’s favorite pastime was dancing to country western music at the Mellow Moon, Silver Saddle and Elks Club. After Parkinson’s took her mobility, she enjoyed listening to music and watching others dance on the Mollie B. Polka Party on RFD TV.
Evelyn was fiercely loyal and a trustworthy confidant. Others came to her to seek comfort which she always willingly provided. Many confided in her and their secrets were safe with Evelyn.
Evelyn prayed for everyone every night. Her family meant the world to her and she was always available to help them in any way, be it babysitting, providing a shoulder to cry on, or just listening and giving advice when asked. But she was never one to interfere or drop in unexpectedly.
Evelyn’s parents Marshall and Elsie Walker, sister Wanda Meigs and brothers Junior, Donnie and Earl Walker passed before her. She missed her other Mom Mary, her other sister and brother Lavahn and Elton, and dear friends Lois “Wo” and Loren who also left this earth before her. She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her sister Ella Lloyd, brother Jim Walker, and “little sister” Paula Walker who survive. Evelyn leaves behind children Virgil Lee, Randy, Rick and Cindy, numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and many special friends.
