91, of Indianapolis, IN passed away peacefully on November 5, 2015. She was born in Pittsburgh PA on October 7, 1924 to Charles and Marie Hawkins. Preceding her in death are her parents, four siblings, two husbands, and one grandson. She was married for 50 years to Samuel E. Courtney, who passed away in 1995, and for 10 years to Edwin C. Burns, who passed away in 2009. She is survived by her daughter Constance Staley of Denver CO and her son Craig Courtney of Dublin OH, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. “Evie” was a lifelong homemaker known as an outgoing person who loved life, laughter, family, friends, and church. A celebration of her life will be held next Saturday, November 15, at Faith Missionary Church, 9125 N College Ave, Indianapolis IN 46240, with visitation at the church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a service at 1:00 p.m., and burial at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. Donations may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or the National Down Syndrome Society.
Mary Lou Cooper-Seramur says
Our deepest sadness in hearing about the loss of your Mothrr, Craig. What a beautiful lady. May God bless you & your family during the days ahead. Our thoughts & prayers will be with you all along with much love.
Mary Lou & Al Seramur, Ft. Myers, Fl
Mary Loring says
May God’s arms of comfort wrap your family at this time of loss and in the midst of grief may you be able to worship the one who is the same today and always. Much love and prayers for you all.
Mary, Mark, Eric, and Sarah Loring
Princess Johnson says
My condolence of the passing of your mother. I know you will miss her greatly. My prayers are with you and the family.
Patrice Martin says
Dear Craig, Susan and family,
I send deepest condolences. I pray you will feel God’s daily guidance on your grief journey. My thoughts and continued prayers will be sent your way!. Patrice
Sally Ochoa says
Craig,
I am so sorry to hear of the death of your mother. We are never ready to lose our parents, at any age.
I continue to live in Cedar Falls, IA, near our sons and their families. I am blessed to be able to sing good music with good people, but I still miss Choir School, and you.
Greetings to Susan and Nathan. Blessings…
Don Martin says
Craig,
As God’s love lives in and through you, may you use that love for comfort, for healing, for strength in the days to come. The words of a beautiful anthem come to mind. “Be not afraid for I have redeemed you ….. you are mine, you are precious in my sight.” And so is your mother as she becomes acquainted with her God on a whole new level.
Blessings to you and Susan as you adjust to life without “Evie” present to you.
Don Martin
Decatur, IL