Evelyn Janese McKenzie, 77, formerly of Lakewood, CO passed away on August 22, 2023 with her family by her side. She was born to her late parents, Burris and Catherine Miles on December 15, 1945 in Lakin, KS. Evelyn graduated from Lakin High School in 1963 and later received an associate degree from Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri in 1965. She married the late Ronald McKenzie in 1981 and they lived together in Lakewood and Grand Lake for 35 years.
Evelyn is survived by two children: E.J. Wadsworth (Erin) of Loveland, CO, Catherine Jones (Coston) of Danville, VA, a step-daughter, Allison Jenkins (Jerry) of Atkinson, Kansas, and step-son, Gavin McKenzie (Wendy) of Fairplay, CO. She is survived by her sister, Rhoda Tafoya of Peoria, AZ and sister-in law, Penny McKenzie of Wheat Ridge, CO. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Lauren Jones, Jack Jones, Faith McKenzie, Kaedy Rodriguez, Jordan Holloway, and Josh Edwards.
The funeral will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church, W 20th Ave & Simms St., Lakewood. If you feel so inclined, the family would love it if you wore a splash of gold to honor Evelyn. The Graveside Service will be held at Crown Hill Cemetery W. 29th Street & Wadsworth Blvd in Wheat Ridge. See details below.
Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to P.E.O. This philanthropic organization in which women celebrate the advancement of women; educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans, and stewardship of Cottey College and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. This donation can be made using this link and choosing the Colorado Chapter: https://donations.peointernational.org/peo-donation-foundation
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