Evelyn was born on May 17, 1927, in Greenfield, Virginia, to the late Oliver and Edna Green. She graduated from Virginia State University in 1950, with a B.S. degree. Upon graduation, she was an administrative assistant and supervisor for 25 years at the University of Virginia. She was an instructor at the National Business College for 6 years. In addition to her work, she volunteered at the Recording for the Blind for 3 years. She sponsored children in Africa for over 30 years and made contributions to many other charities. She was a member of Mt. Woodland Baptist Church, and Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church.
In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Arnette Sr.; a brother, Arthur Green; sister, Lillian Green; and a son, Harry Arnette Jr. (Cassie).
Evelyn is survived by her four sons, Greg, Locia, Vonreese, and Inoch “Pip” Arnette; one daughter, Vivian “Babysis” Price (George), and five grandchildren Charelle and Terrence Price, Tyesha and Montreal Fortune, and Locia Arnette Jr. “Binky”.
Viewing will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., on Friday, May 7, 2021, at the Teague Funeral Home 2260 Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
A graveside service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021, at Oakwood Cemetery Elliot Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22902.
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