of Conway, AR
May 19, 1925 - May 17, 2015
Evelyn Lancaster, 89 of Conway, went to be with the Lord May 17, 2015. She was born Tuesday, May 19, 1925 in Rosedale, MS, to Hambleton and Ruth Hendrick.
Evelyn is survived by her son Kenneth (Tabitha) Lancaster of Arkadelphia, four daughters, Rebecca (Colin) Slate of Booneville, Martha (Larry) Reeder of Little Rock, Mary (Scott) Hedges of Nashville, TN, and Beth (David) White of Conway. Nine Grandchildren, Robin Slate, Cheri Rowdybush, April Smith, Samantha Ringgold, Caleb Hedges, Andrew Hedges, Rachel Fox, Zeke Lancaster, and Emily Hutton. Five great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Elijah, Josiah Rowdybush, Hannah Fox, and Elijah Smith. Two Brothers, Llyod (Estelle) Hendrick, Raymond (Mary Alice) Hendrick.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Ezekiel Lancaster, sister Selma Malone, and a brother Robert Hendrick.
Mrs. Lancaster was a faithful wife to Bro. Zeke Lancaster for 60 years until his death in 2005. She served alongside him as a pastor's wife during Bro. Zeke's 50 years in the ministry. Mrs. Lancaster worked for Head Start when her children were young and then worked as a secretary for various organizations. She was the secretary to the Dean of Students at Hendrix College from 1968 - 1976. Then she was the Administrative Coordinator for the Army Corps of Engineers Toad Suck Lock and Dam from 1976 - 1992. She was a lover of music, especially gospel music. She loved to go on trips with family members, seeing new places and enjoying new experiences with her family.
Mrs. Lancaster was a long time member of Harlan Park Baptist Church, where she taught a Sunday School class for many years and enjoyed the fellowship with her many friends. She was a strong woman of faith, whose trust and belief in God and His providence was her guidance throughout her life.
Visitation will be Tuesday May 19, 2015 from 6:00-8:00p.m. at Roller McNutt Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be Wednesday May 20, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Harlan Park Baptist Church.
Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Donations may be made to Alzheimer's Arkansas Programs and Services (alzark.org).
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11 Condolence(s)
Jo Carole Padgett
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Beth and David, love you both and our prayers are with you this day. Just think what a great day this is for your mom, now she can be with our Lord and see all the loved ones who have gone on before! A great reunion! I know you will miss her but I know you have many fond memories. I want to say again that I love you and you will always have a special place in my heart!
Kathie
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Beth and family,
thinking of you during this difficult time. Beth-I know you have made sacrifices over the past few years as your mother's health declined. You were so good to take care of her, always making her needs a priority. Prayers for the family.
Hal Naylor
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Leigha Nguyen & family
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Beth & family,
May you find peace & comfort in knowing your Mom is home with the Lord & your Daddy. Prayers & love to all.
Lulu Thompson
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Beth, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. She was blessed to have you as her daughter and David as her son in law! Thank you again for all you and David did for my mom! With love and deepest sympathy, Lulu
Doris Morris
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Martha, Ken, Mary, and Beth, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this precious time. What a sweet momma you had.
Blessings,
Doris (Anderson) Morris
John & YolandaTipton
Monday, May 18, 2015
Ken: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May God place his loving arms around you and that you find peace and strength in his grace. May you find joy in the wonderful memories you have and know that she is in heaven rejoicing with your Dad.
Joni Lee
Monday, May 18, 2015
Praying for your family for peace and comfort. Your mom was so blessed to have an amazing caretaker the past five years!
Bob Barham
Monday, May 18, 2015
Beth & Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Romans 8:28
Bobby Wharton
Monday, May 18, 2015
deepest sympathy from David & Beth White's
G & W/EVS family. All will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Mariyn clark
Monday, May 18, 2015
Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out And I feel very blessed to have known her. My thoughts and Prays are with you all.