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Linnie Evans Obituary

LINNIE 'LENA' PEARL EVANS, 72 ROCKFORD - Linnie "Lena" Pearl Evans, 72, departed this life Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, in River Bluff Nursing Home. Born Feb. 16, 1937, in Sallis, Miss., the daughter of Oscar and Mahalye (Williams) Nash. She attended Attala County Public Schools. At an early age she accepted Christ. Former member of St. Paul Church of God in Christ, later joining Living Faith Tabernacle Church and served as a mother of the church. Linnie "Lena" Pearl married Shelby Evans on Feb. 23, 1954. She retired from Atwood Co. after 28 years of service. She leaves to cherish her memories, children Charles Evans, Mack (Lilly) Evans, Shelly (Nate) Hughes, Elaine (Booker) Wright, Ernest (Beverly) Evans, Linda Evans and Laneeda Evans; 20 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; special cousins whom she loved as sisters, Fannie Mae Anderson, Laura Frizell and Tilda Mae Rimmer; special nephew whom she loved as a son, Willie Anderson; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. Predeceased by parents; husband; special cousin who raised her, Anna Mae Brown; two brothers; three sisters; and two granddaughters. Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, in Pilgrim Baptist Church 1703 S. Central Ave., with visitation from 10 a.m. to time of service. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home, 2429 W. State St.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 19 to Feb. 25, 2010.

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Yuneka Brownlee

February 26, 2010

Aunt Pearl, I will miss dearly. She was the only one left from the Allen family and she fought hard to stay as long as she could. Now they're all together again in the arms of GOD!!
To my family, I love you and with GOD we can get through anything! Needa, I Love You Cuz and i'm here for whatever you need me for!!

Debra Tate

February 23, 2010

February 23, 2010

Charles, Shelly, Mack, Elaine and other family members.
I was sorry to hear about your mother. Please forgive me for not attending your Mom homecoming. I was out of town taking my Mother to the doctor. I really wish I could have been there for your family because I feel like a family member. It took me back to the days of living on Greenview. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Laurette Brown

February 23, 2010

So Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

TASHANA TURNER

February 23, 2010

I HAD THE BEST GRANDMOTHER IN THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!! IM GLAD THE LAST THING SHE SAID TO ME WAS " I LOVE YOU TOO BABY!" I KNOW SHE'S IN A BETTER PLACE, AND ONE DAY WE WILL REUNITE!

February 23, 2010

Shelley and Elaine,
I am so sorry for your loss. Remember God knows best and will not put any more on you than you can bear. Take comfort in the fact that your Mom is resting with the Lord. Keep her alive in your hearts by remembering the times you shared.
Irene Henderson & Family, Roscoe, IL

Mary Barnett & Staten & Family

February 23, 2010

To Charles and Elaine and Family Nothing on earth can prepare our hearts for that last goodbye. May God give you what only God can give comfort of all comforts peace beyond understanding. Deepest Sympathy

David/Joyce Smith

February 23, 2010

Ernest and Beverly, we are saddened by your lost. You can't pick up the phone and call her or stop by for a visit; but God gave you the gift of memory and that you will have always. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God's way is the best way. We love you all. David and Joyce Smith

Justine Johnson/Jacinta Sams

February 23, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Hopson family

February 23, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

M/M HB BOX

February 23, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Laneeda Evans

February 22, 2010

This is the day that the Lord has made and I will rejoice and be glad in it... I hear my mother's voice expressing this to each one of her children...

We love you mom

Thank you all for your entries from those close and afar... We feel the love from the many expressions of comfort, kind words, cards, calls, prayers...

We were blessed that He allowed her to be the one we called "MOTHER"... What a Wonderful Mother she was and always will be in our mind and hearts.

Thank you

Beverly King

February 22, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Juanita Mobley

February 22, 2010

Hello Evans cousins,
I was so sorry to hear of Aunt Pearl's passing. We always called her Aunt Pearl because she grew up with our mother (Fannie M. Anderson). I have been praying for you all. Cherish all of the wonderful memories of your mother. My Grandma Brown raised her and I am sure that if she could she would tell you to take comfort in the 23rd Psalms. Love and prayers for all of you.
God Bless and be with you,
Juanita Anderson Mobley

February 21, 2010

Shelly & Family, Sorry for the lose of your mother. My prayers and heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow.
God Bless.
Ronda Pinson-Lonas

Gilbert Aldridge & Family

February 20, 2010

EVANS FAMILY My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort

Ronald Aldridge

February 20, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Nathaniel Brown

February 20, 2010

Dear Evans Family: You have our deepest sympathy and prayers in your time of sorrow. The family members of Nathaniel and Ruthie Brown send you our love: Nathaniel, Ruthie, Shirley, Cynthia,Lula.
God Bless and keep you.

Loden Box

February 20, 2010

To the Evans Family, My Prayers are with you at this time of your loss. Mrs. Evans was a special person and will be truly missed. We were coworkers at Atwoods and she was a joy to talk too.

Marsha wright

February 20, 2010

To the family, I am praying for you all. I must say the Lord is pleased with how you cared for your mom. Live for Him and you'll see her again. With love

Marsha wright

February 20, 2010

To all each of you, I am holding you up in prayer. May the Lord strenghten and keep you. I want you to know He's pleased with how you cared for your mom. Live for Him, and you'll see her again.

Gretchen,William, Marshawn Hudson

February 20, 2010

We are praying for the family, and may God continue to bless an comfort you. We will miss her soft words and beautiful smile.

Linda Biffle-Jones family

February 20, 2010

To Deacon Charles Evans and family, it is in deepest sympathy that I say to you, that as in as much as you loved your mother GOD loved her best. May he look over you, comfort, strengthen and keep you in the days to come.

Gloria Haynie

February 20, 2010

Charles and Family,
May you find comfort in knowing that others care. Earth has Know sorrow that Heaven can't Heal. May God keep you in perfect peace.

Sincerly, Gloria and the Laster Family

Cheryl Cross

February 20, 2010

To the Evans Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God contine to give you comfort and strengthen you at this time.

Scarlett (Scott) Matlock-Mannery

February 19, 2010

My prayers are with you all. I will always remember Sis. Evans her sweet spirit and kind heart. God will see you through hold to His hands for He is with you all and He will not leave you nor forsake you. Love you all

Debra Fricks - Anderson

February 19, 2010

My deepest sympathy to Elaine Evans and Family for the loss of your loved one. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Henry & Georgia Wilson

February 19, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Betty & Effrance Chears

February 19, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Drenna Washington

February 19, 2010

Charles, Mack, Ernest, Shelly, Elaine, Linda, LaNeeda. So sorry to hear about your mom...Sis Evans. She was so sweet. I will always remember her laughter and happy spirit. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Mary Barnett &Staten Family

February 19, 2010

To Charles & Elaine and Family Love lives forever and memories of our loved ones shine through the sorrow. May it comfort you to know that your loved one will always be a part of you in ways that time can never diminish,and may the special moments you shared uplift you in your time of sadness. With Deepest Sympathy

Melanie Hines-Harris

February 19, 2010

On behalf of the Hines-Murray Families, we extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God give you strength and comfort.

Nichol Fricks

February 19, 2010

To Laneeda & Family I pray that God will continue to comfort you all at this time.

Debora Henderson /Patterson

February 19, 2010

I was sadden by the lose of my former co-worker and friend. I met linnie when ,I frist went to awoods to work. She was a very nice person and was very kind. My God Bless you and keep you in your time of sorrow.

Camena & James Ferguson

February 19, 2010

We know words can not relieve your extreme sense of loss. Our hearts are with you during this most challenging time.

Nan Mynatt

February 19, 2010

Deacon Evans and family I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. May God lift the burden of your loss. My prayers are with you.


Nan Morgan Mynatt

mary johnson

February 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Willie McCoy

February 19, 2010

From my family, to the Evans family. Our Prayers are with yours.

Carol Caldwell

February 19, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am a former employee of RBNH and have fond memories of Miss Evans and her devoted family.

Sheila Franklin-Parrish

February 19, 2010

Dear Evans Family,
May God be with you and give you strength during your times of sorrow. The Family is in my prayers.

CHURCHES OF CHRIST

February 19, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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