of Harrison, AR
December 2, 1954 - April 16, 2013
Helda Jean Evans, age 58, of Harrison, went to walk with the Lord Tuesday, April 16, 2013.
The youngest of six children, Helda was born December 2, 1954, in West Plains, Missouri, to Fred and Pauline (Hicks) Billups.
Throughout her life Helda maintained a sweet simple demeanor that won the hearts and trust of many. Her gift of joy, smiling, laughing and joking around will never be forgotten. Helda had a zest for life and enjoyed fishing, the outdoors, and jewelry making to name a few.
Helda married her best friend and the love of her life, Billy Evans, June 19, 1971. Married for 43 years, Helda and Billy raised one son, Fred. Helda was a devoted wife, mother, friend and proud grandmother to seven.
Her parents preceded her in death along with her two brothers, Bill Billups and David Billups; and her sister, Elsie Lively.
Survivors are her husband, Billy Evans, of the home; her son and daughter-in-law, Fred and Aaron Evans, of Harrison; her brothers, Ross Billups and Jerry Billups, both of Harrison; and her seven grandchildren, Dayton, Faith, Peyton, Noah, Taylor, Sarah and Traeger. She is also survived by many other family that she loved.
A memorial service was Saturday, April 20, 2013, at Bear Creek Springs Baptist Church, with Rick Moore officiating.
Honorary pallbearers were Robbie Evans, JR Evans, Chris Williams, Dennis Horton and JD Stringer.
Family requests that memorials be made to Bank of the Ozarks, c/o Billy and Helda Evans.
To Billy, Robbie and Debbie and your entire family, we at Wild Bill's are truly and deeply sorry for your loss. Helda is no longer in pain and is walking with the Lord making a home for you there. God Bless you all and you all are in our prayers. Marsha Cliett
Sorry about your lost, praying for your family
Billy, Freddie and family,
Words are difficult to use when expressing sympathy and sorrow. Know that you are in my prayers and your grief is shared by many, many friends.
Judy Hartman Cothern and family
Billy & Freddie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers during the loss of your loved one and best friend,mother, wife, grandmother. Hilda was a very precious lady and I thought a lot of her. She had a special laugh and I could always tell it was her. She could just smile and warm your heart or say something really funny and make a person day. She was so unique in her own little way and was very special to me so just know that I love you guys and I am praying for you during this time of your loss. Love In Christ, Teresa
Billy, Fred & Family,
Just want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers....Helda was a special lady that loved you two and the grandkids deeply....may God bring you peace and comfort now and in the days to come...
The church members of Woodland would like to express our heartfelt prayers for the family during this time. May God draw you to Himself and comfort your family.
So sorry to hear of Hildas passing,she was a very sweet and loving person may God hold your family in his loving arms at this time.
I am so sorry for your loss, I worked with Helda at Mass Merchandisers for several years, she was truly a GREAT LADY and will be missed by those that knew her. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Smith
Billy, Jack and I are so sorry to hear about Helda. Please know that you and your family have our heartfelt sympathy.
Beverly
We are so sorry for your loss.