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Eva Clements Towell
1948 - 2023
Eva Clements Towell
1948 - 2023
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Eva Towell Obituary
Eva was born on October 26, 1948 to John Carroll Clements and Annie Carmine Clements in Newport News, VA. Raised in Gloucester on Lewis Avenue, she graduated from Gloucester High School in 1967, and began 50+ years in the nursing profession. Graduating from the Richmond Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 1970 and with a B.S. in Nursing from Old Dominion University in 1983, she was a gentle spirit that devoted her life to caring for others. A majority of her nursing career was spent at Walter Reed Hospital. Eva was affectionately known to her grandchildren as "Ninny". She was known to her family and friends as a loving Christian, dedicated wife, and sports loving MOM, that loved doing for others. She was a member of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church. "Ninny" was loved greatly by her family and friends and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Along with her parents, Eva was preceded in death by her brother, John Stanley Clements.
Eva is survived by her beloved husband of fifty-one years, James "Jim", two sons, James Christopher Towell and wife Sharon of Aulander, NC, and John Matthew Towell of Elizabeth City, NC; five grandsons, Jordan Towell of Grafton, Justin Burden and wife Rebecca of Aulander, Tyler Burden and wife Kerstyn of Aulander, twins Gabriel and Noah Towell of Elizabeth City; granddaughter, Allison Towell of Elizabeth City.; two great-grandsons, Eli Burden, and Parker Burden; great-granddaughter, Layken Burden; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. John S. Clements of Fredericksburg, VA, and Sandy Knight and husband Wayne of Suffolk, VA; niece, Carroll Ann Lewter and husband John of Fredericksburg, VA; three nephews, Stan Clements and wife Julie of Fredericksburg, VA, Greg Knight and wife Erin of Richmond, VA, and Jamie Knight of Suffolk, VA; great nieces, Mattie and Grace Lewter, and Carlie Clements; great nephew, Jack Clements, and Rory Knight; along with numerous cousins, special "sisters", teapot group, and extended family.
A celebration of life memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, Gloucester, VA, with Rev. Dr. Doug Nagel officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall. There will be a private family inurnment in the church columbarium.
The Towell family extends a heartfelt thank you to the Riverside hospice family for the love and care they showed Eva during her final days, along with the special angel that in Eva's words, "you are a true God send", for her love and dedication to her during her illness, Beth Armistead.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Eva's memory to the Gloucester Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad, 6595 Main St, Gloucester, VA 23061 or online by visiting tmcfunding.com/search fund, type- Eva Towell.
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service - Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Towell family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.
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February 16, 2023
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Kim Hill
February 10, 2023
So sorry to hear about your loss Jim. My prayers are with you and your family as you navigate this difficult time. I pray that time will turn the things that make your heart hurt now into memories that only warm it.
Lisa York
February 8, 2023
Jim and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Eva's kindness, love for her family and patients, and generosity will truly be missed. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Beulah Davis
February 5, 2023
Oh what a treasure we have lost. I worked with Eva at Riverside Hospice and Home Health in Newport News and Gloucester. She was knowledgeable, humorous and a pleasant lady. To see he= and Jim together was a picture of true love, support and happiness.
I pray for your comfort and guidance.
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Becky Mitchell
February 4, 2023
I am so sorry to hear Eva has passed. We worked together many years at WRMH and shared a lifetime of memories. She was a joyful person; always smiling. Her professionalism was superior and each patient received excellent TLC under her watch. She will be greatly missed.
Becky Mitchell
jenny kelly
February 3, 2023
My dearest Eva and Jim, I am so sorry and saddened by the passing of Eva. I could write a book of our memories. God has his best ever angel. We worked many years together and Eva taught me that everything has a silver lining. One of her favorite sayings was "This too shall pass.'' A philosophy I still live by. Her work motto was, "where me and thee meet, I call it an inservice." We had such a good time going to Talheimer's in Richmond to see the REAL Santa Claus. Eva's love of God, Jim, her family, community and profession never faltered. Those who knew Eva are better people for knowing her. I miss you
Jenny Kelly
Mary Altemus
February 2, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ramona Hercules
February 2, 2023
I met and worked with Eva as a Riverside educator. She taught me how to change educational activities to be engaging and fun. I cannot tell you how my sides ached from laughing with her over the years. She had a quick wit and found humor in most situations. There are still times I think of her as I still utilize her techniques.
I know how much she loved Jim and her family and I know how much they loved her right back. She was a terrific nurse, educator, and friend.
Beulah Colon
February 1, 2023
Eva was a wonderful lady that I met many years ago. Her love for her family and friends was unbelievable. Sending prayers to her family and friends. Our community has loss a wonderful lady.
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