Evelyn Grefe, passed away in Peoria, AZ on March 9, 2020 at the age of 90. She was born July 19, 1929 in Keokuk, IA to Dean and Gertrude Harmon.
Evelyn met her husband after he was home from the service and they married in February 1949. She worked at International Shoe Factory in Southern IL. In October 1957 they moved their family to Phoenix, AZ where she worked for Washington School District and Valley National Bank, and retired in 1989 from Valley National Bank.
She was happy and positive, her mind was sharp, and she had a great awareness of current events and happenings. She was a nurturer and took great pride in making sure her family was taken care of. She enjoyed sewing in the early years, watching Phoenix Suns basketball games, and staying in touch on Facebook. But her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Doris Barr (Keith); granddaughter, Jennifer; grandson, Joseph (Rhiana); and her great-grandchildren, Tanner, Trevor, Dylan and Taylor.
A Memorial Service in Evelyn’s honor will be held on Saturday, May 22nd at 1:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 18265 North 89th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85382. For those who are not able to attend the service in person or not comfortable attending in person, the service will be streamed. The live stream will be on Facebook Live - Heart of Peace at 1:00 p.m. Arizona Time.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Evelyn’s memory to Peace Lutheran Church Endowment Fund or any charity of your choice.
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