Obituary of Marilyn Ann Evans

It is with great sadness that the family of Marilyn Evans of Grand Bay-Westfield, wife of John "Jack" Evans announce her passing, which occurred on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at McLeod Seacoast Hospital, South Carolina while wintering in one of her favourite locations, Myrtle Beach. Born on December 20, 1944 in Armstrong’s Corner, NB, she was the daughter of the late Leslie and Audrey (Queen) Smith. Marilyn devoted her life to caring for the needs of her family and treasured the times spent with those she loved. She especially enjoyed the times with her grandchildren who were her world. Marilyn always looked forward to her winter getaway in Myrtle Beach and treasured the friendships made there. She loved golfing and was an active member of Westfield Golf & Country Club, where she was past president of the ladies association. She also enjoyed playing bridge and was a faithful member of Westfield United Church. In addition to her husband of 50 years, Jack, Marilyn is also survived by her children, Stephen Evans (Andrea) and their children, Jenna, John and Julia of Grand Bay-Westfield and Christina Evans (Mark Douglas) and their children, Brittany, Kyle and Jayme of Saint John; sister, Sandra Smith of Grand Bay-Westfield; brother, Bill Smith (Linda) of Alberta; sister-in-law, Terry Glenn (Todd) and their children, Ryan and Emily; sister-in-law, Pat Wilson and her children, Lori, John, Janet and Lindsay; nephew, Jeff Smith (Michelle) and their children, Tyler and Jessica and nephew, Tim Smith. Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by brothers-in-law, Paul Smith and Larry Wilson; as well as nephew, Jason Smith and great-niece, Caroline Lorette. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Brenan’s Bay View Funeral Home, 1461 Manawagonish Road, West Saint John (634-7425) where visitation will take place on Friday, April 14, 2017 from 2:00 - 8:00 PM. The Memorial Service will be held from Westfield United Church, 133 Nerepis Road, Grand Bay-Westfield on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 11:00 AM. For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Jason Smith Memorial Fund, Heart and Stroke Foundation of NB, Sweet Caroline Foundation or a charity of the donor’s choice.