Evelyn Lucille Palmer

Evelyn Lucille Palmer, age 93 from Fordyce died at St. John's Place on October 5, 2023. She was born September 29, 1930 to Hugh and Pearl Freeman, who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was her husband of almost 61 years, James G. Palmer; two brothers, Dale Freeman and Leon Freeman; two sisters, Myrtle Jane Freeman and Helen Marie Freeman.
She is survived by her three children: Mary L. Cortez (Paul G.); Jimmie W. Palmer (B.J.) and Ruth A. Hilliard, all from Fordyce; four grandchildren: Corey G. Cortez (Lynn) of Benton, Cameron L. Brown of Springdale, Carrie A. Lynn (Steven) of Fordyce, Victoria Lytle (Mike) of Steele, MO; and eight great-grandchildren. She is also survived by three step-grandchildren: Michelle Casey (Craig), of Lawrenceville NJ; David Ramsay (Jerri Lynn) of Stephens; and Jon Paul Ramsay (Kasie) of Fordyce; twelve step-great-grandchildren; and three step-great-great-grandchildren.
Being a housewife and homemaker was most of her life's work and as a longtime member of Zion Missionary Baptist Church, she served in many areas.
Graveside services will be at 10AM Monday, October 9, 2023 at Tanyard cemetery with Rev. Scott Smith officiating. Arrangements by Benton Funeral Home of Fordyce. To sign the online register visit www.bentonfuneralhome.net .