Evelyn Carmody, age 83, of 1324 South 35th Street, Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Friday, April 1, 2011 with her family by her side at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, where she had been residing since August 2010.

Evelyn was born June 22, 1927 in Manitowoc. She was the daughter of the late George and Emma Hecker Free. In the early 1950's Evelyn was employed with Mirro Aluminum, Manitowoc Equipment Works and Warren's Restaurant. She also was employed with Robert Hall Clothing and Prange Way Stores. Evelyn sold Avon for many years and volunteered as a Safety Patrol Guard. On December 8, 1951 she married Henry D. Carmody at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in the town of Liberty. Evelyn was a member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church.

Evelyn was the originator and charter member of the Amvet Post #99 Ladies Auxiliary which was started in 1975 along with Donna and Ann Bruechert. She was awarded the Department of Wisconsin "Ladies Auxiliary Member of the Year" for years 1981 and 1982 and also for years 1998 and 1999. In 1986 Evelyn received the Certificate of Achievement for "Adopt a Resident at North Ridge Care Center". She was awarded Amvet Post #99 Ladies Auxiliary Member of the Year for 1980-1981 and 1997-1998. Evelyn enjoyed being active on all programs and was especially appreciative of the many friends she enjoyed working and being with.

She is survived by her husband of 59 years: Henry; four children: Diane Streubel, DePere, WI; Sandy Cater, Two Rivers, WI; Randy (Lisa) Carmody, Mississippi; Steve (Cheryl) Carmody, Green Bay, WI; twelve grandchildren: Paul D. Streubel, Tanya Shillcox, Richard Cater Jr., Nathen Carmody, Jordan Carmody, Ashlee Gardner, Brandon Carmody, Christopher Carmody, Michael Vreeke, Bradley Carmody, Lyndee McCleandon, Jonathan Miller; seven great grandchildren: Taylor and Jacob Shillcox, Gavin, Allenah and Adam McCleandon, Joshua Miller, Jacob Carmody; one brother and two sisters-in-law: Erhardt and Elaine Free, Manitowoc; Helen Free, Manitowoc; nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: George and Emma Free; two brothers: Ervin and Harold Free. Her whole life she devoted to her children and grandchildren. It was because of Evelyn we have a loving close knit family.

Funeral services will be held on 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Kujawski and Rev. Stephen Melso. Entombment will take place at Knollwood Mausoleum, Manitowoc. Relatives and friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, April 6, 2011 at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church from 10:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00.

The family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to the staff and caregivers at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center for all the personal attention and care that was give to Evelyn while she was under their care.

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.