Rose Jean Smith Evans, 100, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2018 at the Hamden Healthcare Center.
Rose was born on October 20, 1917 in Fayetteville, NC, to the late Rev. Alexander and Elsie Smith.She was the beloved wife of the late Lorenzo Evans, Sr.
Rose was a wonderful cook/baker. Her favorite hobbies were quilting, sewing and making dolls. She enjoyed spending quality time with her family.
She leaves to cherish her memory, two daughters, Jean Simmons and Annette Evans (James); a son, Louis Evans; daughter in-law, Katherine Evans; 8 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
She was preceded in death by one son, Lorenzo Evans, Jr.; a granddaughter, Jill Simmons-Ray; and her sons in-law, R.L. Simmons and Nathan Williams.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 28, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Missionary Baptist Church, 1324 Chapel St., New Haven. Viewing and visitation will be held at the church from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Beaverdale Memorial Park.
Cousin Jean, after so many years God made a way. And I was overjoyed to sit at her table as she as hostess in her home at the age of 100. She was truly a jewel and even as I was leaving, she said to me, “I wish you would take something with you because I’m not taking anything with me.” She knew this was going to be her journey and soon. God’s time was when she was called. I pray your strength be restored as well as the memories will remain for i see there are many. God keep you as you go through these days of bereavement…
Condolences to the Evans family. may you be comforted by memories .
Our condolences on the passing of your Mother/Grandmother.
Vincent and Sonia Lewis
My sincere sympathies to the family for the loss of your loved one. John 11:25 gives comfort and hope!
It is with deepest sympathy, my family and I send this message to you. Our hearts go out to you in a special way in the passing of Mrs. Evans, one of our Mother’s special friends. Know that the God of love and comfort surround you during this time. God’s blessings on you!