Eva Coombs Whitaker

Eva Whitaker Obituary

1925 ~ 2012
A native of Boulder, UT, and a longtime resident of Grass Valley, CA, Eva Coombs Whitaker passed away September 25, 2012 at the age of 87. Daughter of the late Ephraim Hyrum and Florence Mary Coombs. Eva was the wife of the late Eugene W. Whitaker, Mother of Marie (Tom) Reese, Marilyn (Gerald) Henrie, Lu Ann Winters, Evelyn (Michael) Orlando, Candice (Robert) Kempton, Julie (Scott) Fleming, and the late Carol (Ralph) Jensen. 32 grandchildren. 44 great-grandchildren. Sister of the late Clinton (Mary) Coombs, the late Ross Coombs, the late Kay (Merle) Coombs, Sarah May (Jay) Miller, Karen (Paul) Cramer, Elaine (Uvon), Roundy, Theresa Coombs, Anne (Karl) Spencer, Larry (Carol) Coombs, Mary (Richard) Lyman, Anthony (Dot) Coombs, Vard (Mary Jane) Coombs, and the late Lonnie Coombs.
Mrs. Whitaker graduated from Wayne High School in Bicknell, UT, as Valedictorian. She worked for Western Union in Salt Lake City until returning to Boulder to help on the farm and drive cattle while her brothers served in World War II. She served an LDS mission to Northern CA. Mrs. Whitaker was a wonderful mother and grandmother who put her family first and served tirelessly in her church and community. She will be remembered as a wonderful teacher and one who sincerely and lovingly served others.
Friends are welcome for visitation Monday, October 1, 2012 from 4-8 PM at Price Funeral Chapel (6335 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA). Services will be held Tuesday, October 2, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Grass Valley Ward Chapel (615 Hollow Way, Nevada City, CA). Interment at the Salt Lake City Cemetery, Salt Lake City, UT 11 A.M., Thursday, October 4, 2012.

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Published by Deseret News from Sep. 29 to Sep. 30, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Eva Whitaker

14 Entries

Mary Snow

October 1, 2012

To the Eva Coombs Whitaker Family,

On behalf of my father, Emery Snow, your mother's first cousin I wanted to give you our condolences on the passing of your mother.

My father has many stories regarding your mother and I would love to share them with you via e-mail. He told me how your mother was one of the best students in Wayne County. He also told me how hard working and caring she was. A typical relative of mine. As my father and a few of the remaining first cousins would say to be of our clan, you will not be lazy. I am sure your mother was not as well. May the Lord keep you and bless you during this time.

October 1, 2012

Dearest Aunt Eva so glad that we got to see you one last time in Boulder, You are loved by so many here. We hated to see you go, but what a blessed reunion it must have been on the other side As you walked into the arms of those who had gone before... Our thoughts are with the family may you find joy in all that she taught you. love the Woolsey Brenda Jim Briannon

Cody Coombs

October 1, 2012

Aunt Eva was always happy and very caring. May God bless her family. I am grateful we were able to see her this summer at the family reunion.

Connie Jones

September 30, 2012

Cousins,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear sweet Mother. May you find comfort in the thought of the happy reunion of your Mother and Father and Carol and other relatives. I pray the Holy Ghost will bring you peace and comfort at this time. Your Mother was a wonderful example of an elect lady.
With love.

Keith Hansen

September 29, 2012

All my memories of the Coombs aunts and uncles and cousins are too long ago, but the impressions remain strong. I remember Uncle Gene and Aunt Eva with their wonderful girls when we use to go to Boulder regularly. The Whitakers always seemed to be the picture and movie takers.
At any rate we send our love and prayers. May Heaven's sweet peace be your constant companion.

Eileen Coombs Smith

September 29, 2012

To me Eva is likened to the beautiful fall colors that surround us at this time of the year. She spread color and light around her. And like the autumn leaves, that leave a message of renewal when spring comes, she will go on to a renewal of health and service in another "Springtime".

Mark Whiting

September 29, 2012

My first memory of this family was in Seattle Tenth Ward when I was a lad and we were graced with the presence of " Elder Coombs from Boulder, Utah" . Eva left a pronounced effect on others as evidenced by Marcus Nash of the Seventy paying tribute to his former Primary teacher at a Stake Conference over forty years after her last teaching to him. Eva was a support and anchor to her husband when he was a Bishop and she was well grounded in gospels principles and not easily duped by the mores and trends of the world. Music was a tool in teaching by the Spirit. She is now reunited with her husband, daughter , others and meeting ancestors and other pioneers in her heritage .

Larry and Carol Coombs

September 29, 2012

We will miss our dear sister Eva, yet we know she is happy in the company of her dear family and friends on the other side. She was a loving friend as well as a dear sister. May Heaven bless all of you with the comfort and peace you desire.

Gordon & Camille Southam

September 29, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved mother, grandmother and great mother. What an amazing reunion she must be having with Gene, Carol and other family members! Eva richly blessed our family when we lived in the Grass Valley Ward for 16 years. She always made us feel right at home and was an inspiration to all. She is very proud of all of you and the great lives you are leading. She would proudly show us the latest pictures of her family on the wall by her front door. You all brought her such great joy and happiness!

Brittany Wahlen

September 28, 2012

Words can't express what a wonderful woman my Grandma Eva was. She was also so kind, loving, patient, and fun. She was always so happy to see me and rarely did you find her not with a smile on her face. I loved how she would light up seeing her great-grandkids. I loved every moment I had with her and miss her tremendously.

Melanie Christensen

September 28, 2012

My life was blessed by the beautiful life of my Aunt Eva. May you all find peace from our Heavenly Father. You are all very special to me. Love, Melanie

Melanie Christensen

September 28, 2012

Life is meant to be lived...And Aunt Eva lived and served and raised beautiful, and caring daughters. I consider it a blessing to be associated with all of you. May the Lord bless you all and strengthen you with His peace. Love, Melanie

Jan Smith

September 28, 2012

Eva I'm sure you are now happily reunited with Eugene and other family members..You will always be remnembered for your beautiful smile and kindness..you will be missed for a time here, may the ones left behind find peace in knowing you are so happy now! My love to your family.

Rachel Van Otten

September 28, 2012

I love you so much Grandma! I will always remember the fun times we had together and the example of service and kindness you always set for me! You are my inspiration and my idol! I miss you tremendously already and I love you so much!

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