Evelyn Timblin

Evelyn A.Timblin passed away August 29, 2025. She was born July 26, 1925, in Luthersburg, Pennsylvania thus achieving the distinction of being a true Centenarian. A graveside service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, September 6, under the direction of Hampton Vaughan Crestview Funeral Home at Crestview Memorial Park. Those wishing to visit with the family may do so prior to the service from 9:30 to 10:15 at the funeral home on Highway 79. For those unable to attend the service, the family suggests you take a moment to pray in her memory at the beginning of the 10:30 service.

Following WWll, Evelyn married Merle E. Timblin on October 27, 1945, in Luthersburg. They then moved to Niagara Falls, New York. Here she began work as a bank accounting secretary. Additionally, Evelyn began to serve as organist for the churches they attended. This service continued for a period of over 70 years. She and Merle then moved to the Ft. Worth area where Evelyn continued to work in accounting for Briggs-Weaver. Merle passed away in 2017 and Evelyn moved to Wichita Falls to be closer to family.

Evelyn was known to family and friends as a great cook serving up feasts at holidays and family events. She was especially known for her broccoli salad, whose recipe was a well-kept secret. And her grandchildren could also count on an ice cream sundae at every visit.

Evelyn is survived by two daughters, Carol (Douglas) English of Wichita Falls, and Melissa Fritz of Tucson, Arizona. Also surviving are five grandchildren, Matthew and Ryan English, Bryan Schmidt and Heather Michelle and Shannon Fritz. Additionally, there are six great grandchildren.

All who knew Evelyn know that she lived for God and her family. The family is extremely appreciative of Hospice of Wichita Falls for the care provided Evelyn. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Wichita Falls, 4909 Johnson Road, Wichita Falls, Texas 76310, or First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 2125, Wichita Falls, Texas 76307.