Lyda Evers
Passed: August 20, 2022
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Lyda Evers
Passed: August 20, 2022
Obituary
Ms. Lyda Evers of Goodyear, Arizona died August 20, 2022 at the age of 88. She was born June 12, 1934 in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Raymond Smith and Lytha Phillips.
Lyda spent her early childhood in Mayer, Arizona and graduated from Glendale High School. She was a veteran of the United States Army serving from October 1950 to September 1952. She married John “Hoot” Evers in September of 1952 and together they would raise three sons. For many years, she was an employee of the State of Arizona.
Lyda was predeceased by her brother, Leon Smith, sisters, Jenna Rae Spitler, and Zoan Gentner, and her son, Daniel Phillip Evers.
She leaves behind her husband of nearly 70 years, John “Hoot” Evers, sons, John H. (Diana) Evers and Gary R. (Kathy) Evers, and her sisters, Joyce Gibson and Linda Gomez. She also leaves behind eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery of Phoenix at 11AM, Wednesday, August 31. A Celebration of Life is being planned for a later date.
8 responses to Lyda Evers
Linda Gomez says:
August 27, 2022
Lyda, my sister we will miss you and always have you in our hearts! God Loves you and so do we .
Jenna Rae says:
August 30, 2022
My Aunt Lyda,
So many wonderful and cherished memories of my summers with you. Fun times in Cholla Bay. You will be greatly missed but I will always cherish those times, all the laughter and joy we shared. Love you Aunt Lyda.
Gary & Kathy Evers says:
August 30, 2022
Lyda was loved by many, all of her family will miss her so much. Your outta pain now & at home with Jesus, probably having a blast seeing all her loved ones in heaven having a good time. We will take good Care of “Hoot” as you would want us to. See ya again. Love always, your son & daughter n law, Gary & Kathy… sending lots of hugs & kisses