Evelyn Bailey Sams
May 16, 1950 ~ December 28, 2013
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Evelyn Bailey Sams, 63, of Asheville, died on Saturday, December 28, 2013, at her residence following an extended illness.
Mrs. Sams was born in Haywood Co., but was a lifelong resident of Buncombe Co. She was the daughter of the late Frank C. and Catherine Trull Bailey.
Mrs. Sams worked for many years as a medical lab technician. She was also a member of Reeves Chapel United Methodist Church.
Mrs. Sams devoted much of her free time to her card ministry, sending greeting cards to those in the community who might need them. She also was an avid reader of any book she could get her hands on.
Mrs. Sams is survived by her husband, Johnny Sams; daughter, Becky Owen and husband Jeff; brother, Ben Bailey and wife Maryann; grandson, Ryan Owen; aunt and daily caregiver, Rachel Plemmons; and numerous other family members.
A funeral service for Mrs. Sams will be on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at the Groce Funeral Home chapel at Lake Julian with the Rev. Jim Odom and Pastor Jay Bissett officiating. Interment will follow in Reeves Chapel Cemetery.
Her family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Monday.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Gideon's International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800.
Evelyn was such a sweet person in high school and after reading this, it is evident that she continued to be a blessing throughout her life. She is worshipping in a glorious place now and we’ll see her one day.
Evelyn and I were next door neighbors as children. We use to meet between our houses at the apple tree and talk for hours. She was always a very nice person. I am sure she will be missed
Evelyn was my dearest friend from 3rd grade through high school. We attended church together and participated in many activities with the youth group. We shared laughter and tears as good friends do. My life was richer for having known her. She has been in my prayers for a long time. I look forward to seeing her again.
I will continue to pray for all of you.
Yours-in-Christ,
Brenda ( English ) Johnson
So sorry to hear of you loss, Evelyn stayed with my husband (John Bailey, Frank’s brother) and I when I came home with our son, and helped me take care of him. She was a very sweet lady. I will pray for your family.
Charlotte Bailey
We are so sorry for your loss. Evelyn was my dad’s niece, my father was John R Bailey, Frank’s brother. Losing a loved one is never easy, my wife and I both have been where you are now. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. Love and prayers..
Pat Bailey
We are so sorry to hear of Evelyn’s passing. We had just recently received our Christmas card from both Evelyn and Johnny. A card that I will cherish from now on. The card has a picture of Mary holding Baby Jesus.The card reminds me of Evelyn’s strong religious belief in God. Even though she had been sick for a very long time, she was always a very pleasant and happy person. She had a lovely personality and a wonderful laugh. I remember that one of her favorite flowers was from the dogwood tree. She enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels outside her windows,and her dogs at home over the years.
Evelyn was such a joy to be around anytime, especially at the Trull family reunions. Even now, it is still hard to accept the fact that she is gone. Please take comfort in the fact that she loved her family very much, and her love will be with each one of you, always. We are so sorry that we can not be there at this very difficult time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.