Evelyn Marie Reece Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Evelyn Marie Lister Reece, 83, passed away peacefully, in her home in Clearwater FL, October 10, 2014. Evelyn is survived by her daughters,Diann (Danny) Karcher and Gail Marie. Four grandchildren, Jeffry(Darby) Ewing, Liza (Serge) Divito, Angela Karcher and Miriah Karcher;four great-grandchildren. Her brother, Chester Lister Jr. (Marva) and sister Meta Bruce; sister-in-law Nancy (Gene) Kermachek; four nieces and four nephews.She was born in Atchison KS. The daughter of Chester Sr. and Nellie Lister. There she met and married the love of her life, Bill. They were together 61 years until Bill's death in 2010.Evelyn was a Kansas girl through and through but she loved her adopted state of Florida. She and Bill were excellent golf and tennis players. They both enjoyed bridge and played with clubs and online. She and Bill enjoyed playing online with Bill's sister Nancy. It was the highlight of their day.Author Alice Childress once wrote, "Life is just a short walk from the cradle to the grave, and it sure behooves us to be kind to one another along the way." Evelyn truly lived her life in that way. She will be greatly missed. Her wish was to have no service. Our family asks that you cherish your fondest memory of her and keep her in your heart. Donations can be made to Suncoast Hospice at www.suncoasthospice.org.Peace be with you Mom.

Evelyn Marie Reece

January 2, 1931 - October 10, 2014