Born Evelyn Richardson on September 9, 1940 to Jack Allen and Rita Ada (Phifer) Richardson, both deceased. She had one brother, Robert Richardson, and two sisters, Jackie Groninan and Frances “Teeny” Richardson.
She married Ernest “Ernie” Thibeault on September 27, 1968. They were married 47 years at the time of her death.
Evelyn also leaves behind four daughters from a previous marriage: Donna Marie Bennett of Idiana, Sharon Louise Perez of Arizona, Marion Lorraine Higgins of Maine, and Deborah Hodge of Texas; two step sons: John Thibeault of Maine, and James Thibeault of Florida; a step daughter: JoAnne Mitchell; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and beloved cats, Prissy and Shadow.
Evelyn was predeceased in death by her step son Joseph Thibeault. They will have a sweet reunion in Heaven.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Evelyn’s name to the Coastal Humane Society, 190 Pleasant Street, Brunswick, ME 04011.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.FuneralAlternatives.net.
Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 155 Bath Road, Brunswick.
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