Elizabeth Ann Rundell (Betsy) Evans

She was born on February 24, 1950, in Athens, Ga. to Mary Helen Rundell and Jack Watson Rundell, Jr.

She graduated from Athens High School and attended the University of Georgia. Betsy had a long career at the University of Georgia in the Department of Graduation Admissions. Later, she went on to finish her career working for Drs. Morang and Harter and Dr. David Miller. Betsy was adored by her fellow employees and patients.

Betsy was a charter member of St. James United Methodist Church and a member of The Junior League of Athens. Betsy’s greatest accomplishment and her greatest blessing was serving her family in many different capacities. Her children and husband always loved her delicious cooking. Betsy’s greatest prayer, for herself and for her children, and her favorite Bible verse was Psalms 101:2.

“I am trying my best to walk in the way of integrity, especially in my own home. But I need your help!” Betsy truly strived to walk this out.

She also enjoyed playing bridge with her friends, relaxing on the beach, bird watching, and cheering on her beloved Dawgs. Betsy will be most remembered for her contagious laughter.

Betsy is survived by her husband of 54 years, Thomas Neal Evans, Sr.; her children: Daniel Jack Evans, Thomas Neal Evans, Jr., and Mary Elizabeth Evans; all of Athens. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Parker Harrison Evans (Bailey Crane) of Tennessee, Thomas Daniel Evans of Athens, and Holly Elizabeth Evans of Athens, and her brother, Jack Watson Rundell, III, of Athens.

Betsy’s family would like to thank Dr. Chisolm and the Kindred Hospice team for going above and beyond in their care for their beloved wife and mother.

A celebration of life service will be held at St. James United Methodist Church, officiated by Bill Curington, on Sunday, March 6, at 3:00 in the afternoon. A visitation will be held before the service at 2:00 in the Fellowship Hall.

Flowers may be sent to Bernstein Funeral Home.

Donations may be sent in Betsy’s honor to: Divas Who Win Freedom Center, Attn: Chanda Santana, 645 Hawthorne Avenue, Athens, GA 30606; online at Divaswhowin.org.

Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.