Malvene Ferguson Evans passed away July 20, 2011 at the Hospice Home of Rockingham County. Funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 am, Saturday, July 23, 2011, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will take place at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Evans was born March 20, 1923 to Oscar and Lucy Ferguson. She was a graduate of Leaksville High School and retired from Fieldcrest General Offices. She was a Morehead Hospital Auxiliary volunteer and a charter member of Kings Highway Christian Church. Her hobbies included needlework, gardening, and cooking for family and friends. She was an avid fan of Atlanta Braves baseball and all UNC sports. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister, and friend and will be greatly missed by all. Mrs. Evans is survived by one daughter, Millie Priddy (fiance, Don Campbell), and her beloved baby brother, Frank (Fergy) Ferguson (special friend, Ronda Proffit), and a loving and special niece, Sylvia McCormick (Mike) of Rural Hall. Also surviving are nephews, Larry Ferguson (Debi) of Florida, Garry Ferguson (Linda) of MIchigan, and niece, Vickie Oliver (Joe) of MIchigan. She was preceded in death by her parents, beloved husband, Colonel (Kern) Evans, brother, Elwood Ferguson, and sister, Mozelle Richardson. She loved and "adopted" as her children, Jerry and Denise Walker, Troy Bateman, and Wayne (Blue) Priddy. The family would like to thank Dr. James Parsons and Dr. William McLeod for their care and support during her brief illness, and the staff of Hospice Home of Rockingham County. The family will receive friends from 7:00 - 8:30 pm on Friday, July 22, 2011 at Fair Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Home of Rockingham County, PO Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375 or any charity of your choice. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Millie, We were so sorry to hear about your mother. She is in the lords arms now. We will certainly miss seeing her outside. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Johnny,Lisa,Matt
Johnny, Lisa, Matt Fisher
Hi Millie..... We are truly so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We can only imagine the pain in your heart that you are feeling. Please know that YOU are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time to lose a parent. Let us know if you need anything of US.... Your friends!
Keith and Sherry
Dear Millie and family, I'm going to be out of town this weekend so regretfully will miss the services. As you know Malvene and I go a long way back and she's always been special to me. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Sincerely, Betty Tate
Betty Tate
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Bobby & Kathleen Fleming
Millie,We are so sorry for your loss.You are in our thoughts & prayers.Sincerely, Brenda & David
Brenda & David Barksdale
I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed spending time with her. I will really miss her. Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Bryce Vernon
Millie, I loved your Mom, we worked together and she was the sweetest person. Thoughts and prayers to you.
brenda hearne
Millie, sorry to hear about your mom. I know you will really miss her. But we all know she is in a much better place now. Your mom called me the strawberry man. My prayers are with you. Dennis
Dennis Strader.
Millie, so sorry to hear about your mother. I just want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are both sorry that we could not be there on Friday or Saturday. Take care and if you need anything please call us. Rahn & Cindy Painter
Cindy Painter
Millie and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was always so nice and witty. I hope to talk with you soon.
Janice Combs
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