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2008
Margaret Evarts Obituary
Margaret Akers Evarts died at the age of 85 Tuesday morning, June 10, 2008, at St. John's Regional Medical Center, Oxnard, of heart failure.
Margaret was born May 22, 1923, in Leadville, Colo., to Elmer and Bessie Akers, and was raised in the Denver, Colo., area. Due to the death of her father and subsequently her stepfather, her family expanded to include many step- and half-brothers and sisters.
During World War II she worked as a telephone operator in La Junta, Colo., where she met her future husband, Alan Evarts, a love story her children would beg her to repeat often. After the war she and Alan moved to Oxnard in 1946 with their young son Alan. She and her husband built a successful business in Oxnard through hard work, dedication to customer service and honesty. They worked well together, and theirs was an equal partnership in every way.
Through the years their family was also growing (seven children), and Margaret exerted the same hard work and dedication to raising her family. She was loving, energetic, patient and, as some would tell her, "a good sport." She will be missed by her family and friends and remembered with love.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Alan, infant son Russell and brother Fredrick Akers.
Margaret is survived by her children, Alan Evarts (wife Lata) of Ventura, Gail Major (husband Bill) of Port Hueneme, Mark Evarts (wife Bo Kyoung) of Ventura, Ann Evarts of Oxnard, Paul Evarts of Baltimore, Md., and Eric Evarts (wife Carol) of Ventura; grandchildren Chad Evarts (wife Erin) and Erin Evarts, Alan Turk (wife Genevieve) and Michael Turk (wife Connie), Josh Evarts (wife Lori), Jeremy Evarts (wife Hope), Katherine Facenda (husband John), Casey Evarts (husband Jack), Abby Evarts, Lindsey Evarts, Sam Evarts (wife Mi Young) and Alex Evarts, Philip and Amy Thomas, Bradley Evarts, John Salas (wife Katrina) and Sean Salas (wife Tasha); 20 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and sisters Ruth Lane of Oxnard and Veda Marmion (husband Berly) of Phelan, Calif.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, June 13, in the chapel of Joseph P. Reardon Funeral, at 757 E. Main St., in Ventura. A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Chapel, followed by a celebration of life at Eric and Carol Evart's home in Ventura, 805-644-4887.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 800-227-2345.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Chapel, 747 E. Main St., Ventura, 805-643-8623.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Evarts
Cindy Gould-Weidenheimer
July 12, 2008
Evart Family: My first thought after learning of the passing of your wonderful mother was sadness . . and then a smile crossed my face visualizing the wonderful reunion she and your dad must have had. Your mother and father exuded such love and respect for one another . . . I have yet to meet another married couple that even comes close to what they shared. May all of your memories bring smiles to each of your faces.
Cousin Wendy Evarts-Phillips
June 20, 2008
Alan, Mark, Gail, Paul, and Eric,
I am saddened to hear of Aunt Margaret's passing. Though I did not see her or Uncle Alan often, when I did it was with great pleasure and it felt as if no time had passed between visits. I will always remember the overwhelming warmth and love she had to give. Please accept my heartful sympathy.
Jerry and Eunice Hill
June 19, 2008
We are sorry about your Mom's passing. Remembering times past
with the Dad, store and all.
Dan Thaxton
June 18, 2008
I was so sorry to read about your Moms death, We were on vacation and unable to respond sooner.
Dan Thaxton
Cousin Russ & Alice Evarts
June 17, 2008
Alan, Mark, Gail, Paul, and Eric,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of another one of the “greatest generation” of Evarts. We were always impressed with Aunt Margaret’s intelligence, insight, generousity, and sense of humor. We regret not visiting such a wonderful person more often. Please accept our heartful sympathy.
JoAnn Lane Stickley
June 16, 2008
Cousins, I want to express my deepest sympathy at your lose. The care you provided Margaret in her later years is an example to us all. Thank you too for the love and care you bestowed on my mom during the services and reception. I really appreciate it and can't thank you enough. Love and hugs.
Cousin JoAnn
Mark & Kathy Quijada
June 16, 2008
We just returned from vacation and we are so sorry to hear of the loss of Margaret. Our thoughts are with the entire Evarts family. Margaret was a dear lady and will be missed.
Diane Thurman - George
June 14, 2008
To the Evarts Family --
Please accept my heartfelt symathy for the loss of your Mom.
I grew up on Doris Avenue with all of you, and it is so sad to learn that we have lost another one of our neighborhood moms.
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Kip Carson
June 13, 2008
To The Evarts I'm Sorry For Your Lost.
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