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Evelyn Courtney Obituary

COURTNEY Evelyn Thompson, a local thoroughbred owner and breeder and loving wife, mother, and grandmother, died Friday, January 25 after a brief illness at Central Baptist Hospital. She was born March 8, 1924 to Ernest and Josephine Thompson. She was a graduate of Henry Clay High School and the University of Kentucky where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She was very active in the community and was a member of many clubs and boards including Central Christian Church, Baby Health Services, Meals on Wheels, the Lexington Humane Society, the Lexington History Museum, the Keeneland Club, the Lexington Club, the Iroquois Hunt Club, the Fayette County Womens Club and Lexington Country Club. She was also a co-founder of the Town and Country Garden Club. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Robert E. Courtney, Sr.; two sons, Robert E. (Brenda) Courtney, Jr. and Ernest Thompson (Kathy) Courtney and three grandchildren, Caitlin Murray Courtney, Virginia Clark Courtney and Brooks Upington Courtney, all of Lexington. Funeral services will be at 10am Tuesday at Milward-Broadway with burial in Lexington Cemetery. Serving as honorary casket bearers will be Herb Sledd, John Pennebaker, Dr. Gayle Alexander, Andy Dudley, Dr. Richard D. Floyd and R. Alex Rankin. Friends may call from 4-7pm Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Central Christian Church and Baby Health Services. www.milwardfuneral.com

Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jan. 27, 2013.
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Belated but nevertheless heartfelt condolences on the loss of a truly wonderful and generous lady. I just learned of her passing. She was the epitome of southern hospitality when she volunteered in hospitality services for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event for many years. As Event Director, I enjoyed working with her and the friendship continued even after she moved on to help other groups.

Jane Atkinson

February 21, 2013

Bobby and Family, I was so sad to hear about your mother's passing. My mother enjoyed working for her throughout the years and thought very highly of her. Please accept my deepest condolences and I wish you and your family all the best. Sincerely, William Earl Mason Jr.

William E. Mason Jr.

February 1, 2013

I'm so sorry about Evelyn's passing. Such a great person in so many ways. My heart goes out to Bob and the family, she will be truly missed by all...

Susan Laux

January 30, 2013

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dorothy lamb

January 29, 2013

Mrs. Courtney was a wonderful person with a remarkable smile. Her wit and charm will be missed. Condolences to the family. Tom, Lucia and Christian Perlingiere

Tom Perlingiere

January 28, 2013

Our sympathy to Mr. Courtney and the family. Mrs. Courtney was the epitome of a true Southern lady. Her charm and beauty will most certainly leave a void in our world.
Lawrence & Wanda Hughes, Georgetown, KY

January 27, 2013

There are so many words to describe Evelyn but what first comes to my mind is style and grace. I often said that Bob and Evelyn were the closest thing to royalty that I have ever known because their lived their lives with the utmost love and respect for one another that endured the almost 65 years of marriage.
One of the finest southern ladies of all time will be greatly missed!

Carolyn White

January 27, 2013

Family:

Jeanne joins me in expressing our sincere sympathy on your great loss, as Evelyn was loved and respected by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult period.

James Codell

January 27, 2013

I met Ms.Evelyn when I was 9 years old. The Courtneys are very good friends of my parents and she is truly a remarkable lady.I will miss her grace and beauty and her fabulous smile.

meliisa richardson

January 27, 2013

Mrs Courtney was one of the first ladies I met when I moved to Lexington in 1983. What a lovely person inside and out. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to her wonderful husband and family.

M. Page Etchison

January 27, 2013

A truly wonderful Kentucky lady and loyal neighbor for over 50 years. To the entire Courtney family, my deepest sympathy for your loss.

Tom Shropshire

January 27, 2013

Wonderful life & helped hundreds of us. Condolences.

Hiram & Susan

January 27, 2013

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