Evelyn and her husband of 47 years, Donald E. Blackman moved from Sarasota to Asheboro in 2006 to be nearer to her family. They shared a love for bowling and were members of the Serbin Printing League and Moose Lodge #1319 in Sarasota. Evelyn will be remembered for her gift of listening to others, her kind spirit and passion for her family. Over the years every child, grandchild and great grandchild in the family was given an afghan specially made by Evelyn for them.
She is survived by her husband, Donald, of the home; children, Steven Scheller of New London, NC, Lee A. Scheller of Sarasota, Laura Jean Scheller Moyer, and Stephanie M. Scheller Lambert of Asheboro, NC; nine grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Ann Thompson of Sarasota. She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard O. and Florence Finck Thompson and two brothers.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Randolph County, 416 Vision Drive, Asheboro, NC 27203 to whom her family is grateful for their compassionate care of Evelyn.
Hanes-Lineberry Funeral Services in Greensboro, NC is assisting the Blackman Family. Online condolences may be offered at www.haneslineberryfuneralhomes.com.
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