We Remember
BARTON, Evelyn R.
July 16, 1947 — January 6, 2022
Evelyn passed away on January 6, 2022, with the assistance of the Medical Assistance in Dying Team. Evelyn had been consistently declining in health due to Progressive Supranuclear Palsy and decided it was time to begin another journey.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no service as per Evelyn’s request.
If you wish to send a condolence, post photos, or share a memory, please scroll down the page to the area called “Condolences”.
Dear Peter, We are so sorry for Evelyn’s passing. We remember the two years of great times in Palm Springs. We had the greatest time and memory. We loved the card games, golf and walks with Oliver. I know it will be hard for you to carry on without her; she was always fun and positive. We will miss her. Alex and Ella Rezansoff
Evelyn leaves a rich legacy of living life with great joie de vivre in all that she undertook. She was a charming, ever-smiling friend who loved adventures big and small. Her culinary skills were legendary among those who were fortunate enough to dine “chez Evelyn.” She had superb personal style as well. Fly on wings of angels to those waiting for you, dearest Evelyn.
We will miss Evelyn’s smiling face. Every time I make her famous cucumber mousse, I will think of her
God speed Evelyn. Oliver was waiting for you at the rainbow bridge.
A bright light went out in our world when Evelyn left us. My life was enriched on so many levels having Evelyn in my life for so many years.
You were a beautiful, kind, fun and courageous lady and you will be missed by all who knew you.
Rest In Peace dear friend.
We would like to send our sympathy to Peter, Evelyn’s sisters, brother and extended family. I feel when you lose a family member you lose a part of yourself. That’s how I feel now. Saddened at the circumstances that led to the ending of a beautiful life. I am reminded of David in the Psalms and thought of Ps 142. “I cry out to theLord with my voice; With my voice to the Lord I make my supplication. I pour out my complaint before Him; I declare before Himmmy trouble. When my spirit was overwhelmed within me, then You knew my path. In the way in which I walk. They have secretly set a snare for me. Look on my right hand and see, for the revise no one who acknowledges me; Refuge has failed me; No one cares for my soul. I cried out to you o Lord: I said, “You are my refuge, my portion in the land of the living. Attend to my cry, for I am brought over low; Deliver me from my persecutors, For they are stronger than I.Bring my soul out of prison, that I may praise Your name. The righteous shall surround me, For You shall deal bountifully with me.” Evelyn you are free. We will meet again! May the Lord bring comfort and peace to all that knew and loved you.
Steve, Janis, Jennifer, Jill and family
Dear Peter and family,
I will miss Evelyn at the bridge table when our face to face games eventually commence. The last time I played with Evelyn we came first which made both of us happy.. She was a very classy lady always looking immaculate. We definitely had a few laughs each time we met. She always asked me to make my homemade marshmallow cookies . They were her favourite. .I
know there will be many bridge players ready to play a game or two. Rest in Peace Evelyn. You will be sorely missed.
I am so sorry to hear of Ev’s passing. She was a wonderful friend, mentoring me at the bridge table when I first arrived in Kelowna and decided to take up bridge seriously. Her smiling face will be missed.
Evelyn was a kind, loving, fun, intelligent, inspiring friend. She loved to entertain and play bridge. We had many a good time with sweet Evelyn. We will miss her.
I was saddened to hear of Evelyns passing. She was fun at the bridge table and always looked fabulous, very lovely lady. I will miss seeing her.
Ev will be remembered as being such a spark, so attractive and stylish, so kind, so much fun.
Warm condolences Peter and family.
Very saddened by Ev’s passing. Will miss our years of book club together, her amazing meals and various recipes. Peter, and all Ev’s family, we think of you and know that she is at peace now and not suffering or hurting anymore 🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍😍. Gone but not forgotten
I am so sorry to hear this news. Evelyn & I were very close friends when we
lived in Lethbridge. She wanted me to teach her to crochet but I insisted we play bridge instead . She took up the game , passionately. She was very intelligent, I admired her very much.
Dear Linda, Jane, Sandra, Dennis, Peter and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a kind and special lady, who will be dearly missed. May your memories of her be the beautiful gifts that bless you with healing and fill you with love and peace. ❤
Thinking of you all and sending lots of love, prayers and hugs at this sad time.
With our deepest sympathy,
Karen & Garnet 🌹
So very sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a wonderful bridge partner. She made me feel very welcome when I first moved to Kelowna. All of us will miss her smiling face at the bridge tables. She was a lovely person.
Evelyn was a great friend and bridge partner. She loved Her dog
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Sorry to hear of Evelyn’s passing. Great friend and bridge player.
My condolences to the family ❤️
Thinking of you Peter. Evelyn was indeed a special lady and will be missed by many.
Dearest Sandra, Linda, Jane,, Dennis, and Pete
I was so very sorry when I figured out that something had to be wrong. Evelyn never ignored an email or call but this time it happened. Finally began searching, as we had talked and I knew of her Progressive
Supranuclear Palsy. But never thought it would take her so quickly. Evelyn made the only borscht that I ever liked. No — that I loved. I even attempted to make it while living in Malaysia. Evelyn looked after everyone. I met Evelyn when she was reading A Course In Miracles. We ended up reading it as a group, as I had read it myself alone, and was ready to discuss it with others. And our friendship began there and grew and flourished for years. She was a bright light in everyone’s lives who knew her. She is our bright light here on earth as she looks down us and reminds us she is still with us now. May all your memories be the salve that heals your broken hearts. And may her presence in your hearts be what reminds you how fortunate you were to have her in your life. I know she is with me, I feel her presence so often.
Sandra, do you recall the Christmas my daughter and I had with you and Evelyn. It was beautiful.
Love to all of you. Please be in touch if you like. I only had contact information for Evelyn.
Fran Embury Vancouver