Evelyn L. Earnhart, 77, of Poteau, OK, passed away Monday, October 18, 2010, in Ft. Smith, AR. She was born November 20, 1932, in Trousdale, Oklahoma, to Thurman and Jewel (Killian) Hill. Evelyn or better known as Eve was a successful businesswoman born during the dust bowl days and moved to California with her parents where as a young woman she carved a niche for herself as a go to girl for many. Eves lifetime included a pursuit of global travel, supportive services, education and exercising her business accumen and knowledge to create a successful business investment for herself and her family. She will be sorely missed by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Edward Leroy Lee Earnhart in 1984.
Evelyn is survived by her two daughters, Michele Earnhart of Clovis, CA and Sheree Sells of Gouldsboro, PA; three brothers, Billy Ray Hill of Wister, OK, Thurman Eugene Hill of Poteau, OK, and Jimmy Dale Hill of Wister, OK, their wives, children and grandchildren; as well as Micheles partner Donna Emrich and son Nick Davis; Sherees husband and daughters John, Bailey and Evan; Eve had one great granddaughter Sophia Davis of Modesto, CA; Eve is also survived by her life partner for more than twenty years, Martin Damian; as well as a host of other family, friends and loved ones.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 22, 2010, at Grace Manor Memorial Chapel. A later service will be held at Hillview Chapel in Patterson, CA. Cremation services are under the direction of Grace Manor Funeral Home of Poteau. You may leave an on-line message at www.gracemanorfh.com