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RUTH (RHODES) EVANS
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Ruth Rhodes Evans, 68, of Greenville,
passed away at home Sunday (April 6, 2008) after a long illness.
A long time resident of Hornell, New York, Ruth was raised in the
Hornell Children's Home and graduated from Hornell High School, Class of 1957.
She was a
devoted homemaker, an avid flea marketer, and a huge lover of animals.
Ruth was also an
accomplished mime (pantomime artist) having performed all over
the New York Southern Tier to include her most memorable
performance at the Corning Glass Works around 1957 when she
shared the stage with the famous clown Emmett Kelly.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Philip Evans; her son,
Mark Evans (Jeanne) of Hinesville, Ga.; her daughter, Cindy Earnest
of Summerville, S.C.; granddaughters, Kristin and Megan; grandson,
Bryan; great-granddaughter, Hailey.
In lieu of flowers, any contributions can be made in her name to the
Open Arms Hospice of Greenville and the ALS Association.
There will be no services per her wishes.
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