She was preceded in death by her husband of forty-seven years Bennie Butler and son Larry Butler. She is survived by her two daughters Sandra Butler Armstrong and Linda Butler. Additionally, she is survived by her granddaughter Sarah (Armstrong) Martin and her husband Michael, and their two children - Aubrey & Elijah, her grandson Aaron Armstrong and his wife Julie and their two sons - Caleb & Nathan, and her grandson Jason Miller.
Evelyn began her working years as a grocery store manager with Kroger. After marrying her husband Bennie, she joined him as a partner in their floor covering business. She concluded her employment years working as a towboat cook for Agitrans. In her retirement years, she enjoyed crocheting, traveling, serving as a caretaker for family members, volunteering with NAMI, and spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by her family and closest friends.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021, at 10 AM at Memphis Memory Gardens. The service will be officiated by Rev. Michael Martin and Rev. Aaron Armstrong.