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Evelyn A. Shenk, 88

April 29, 2022

Evelyn A. Shenk, born in Lancaster, PA, passed away on April 29, 2022. She was the loving wife of Robert Adams Shenk for 66 years. She was the daughter of the late Charles Andrew Haig and Catherine Louise Diffenderfer Haig.

Evelyn is survived by her children Karen Louise Hollman and Robert A. Shenk, Jr and his wife Gail; her grandchildren Maxwell and Miranda Hollman and Jennifer and Amy Shenk; her sister-in-law Elizabeth Shenk widow of William Shenk and nieces Debra Fish, Joanne Weidman, Margaret (Molly) Wallace and deceased nephew William M. Shenk and deceased sister-in-law Barbara Shenk Wallace (William). Also surviving are cousins Mary Alice Stovaler, Judy Herr, Jack Kendig and Donna Sturgis.

Evelyn was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church, Lancaster where she taught Sunday School for 20 years, served on the church council and did many other church related activities.

After several years of teaching children in their homes who were physically unable to attend public school, she became Title I tutor for Eastern Lancaster County School District. She taught for 22 years at New Holland Elementary School.

Evelyn was a former member of the Lancaster Women’s Club, and for many years she and Bob were in a group called the “Washers” Watt and Shand Elite Retirement Society. They enjoyed many vacations at the Outer Banks and monthly dinners at various restaurants.

Evelyn and Bob were also members of a couples group. Four couples who met monthly to play bridge and yearly for a week at “The Pines” in Ocean City, MD and along weekend at the Fetters Deer “Camp” plus golf outings and other fun times. Also, her college girls met monthly for lunch, reminiscing about high school and Millersville and family achievements.

Evelyn lived in a wonderful retirement community, Neffsville Terrace in Manheim TWP. Her days were filled with many activities. Her several Bridge groups, her game playing plus her church functions kept her busy and her meal time conversations kept her laughing.

A celebration of Evelyn’s life will be held on May 14, 2022 at St. John Lutheran Church, 223 W. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17603 at 11am. Interment to follow at Riverview Burial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Care of Mount Joy or St. John Lutheran Church.

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May 31, 2022

I’m sorry to read that Aunt Evelyn died. This was the only name I knew her by. I moved away from Lancaster in 1968. I can only remember the Christmas parties at  Uncle Johnny’s house. Loved her smile and laugh. Karen, Robbie, and Bob. I’m so sorry to hear this news. My mom Ruth Duke Long was her cousin.
Cindy Long Snyder

May 15, 2022

I am so sorry for the loss of Evelyn. My brother Jeff Bricker who was catching up on newspapers mentioned it to me today, May 15,2022. Your parents were very long time friends of my mother, Doris H Bricker Painter Bleecher. I caught up with your friends just a few years ago at Their home in Neffsville. I was also a member of St. John’s Lutheran for many years. God bless your entire family and may the Lord watch over your family and peace be with you all. 

May 11, 2022

Evelyn, Karin F. and I were tutors together in the Title I program at New Holland Elementary School and we called ourselves “The Three Musketeers.” We met in restaurants for lunch, visited in each others homes and one fond memory was of us screaming together as we watched “Jaws” at a movie theater.  We talked incessantly about our children, grandchildren and life in general.  Evelyn had the most wonderful laugh and she was so positive in her outlook on most things. I feel blessed to have had her as part of my life.  My prayers and condolences are sent to Bob and the entire family.  I know how much she loved you and always spoke about all of you with a great deal of pride.
Charlene Metzler

May 08, 2022

We did not know Evelyn long but liked her from our first meeting. Her lively interest in others, her thoughtful questions and comments in our Bible Study at Neffsville Terrace, and our laughter as we shared stories over a meal in the dining hall made us friends in short order. We are so sorry for your loss and know you will miss her on this earth. We share your confident belief that Evelyn is with her Lord and Savior and we will see her agian one day. Our prayers and condolences are with your entire family. May God grant you comfort and peace.

May 08, 2022

Truly, one of the loveliest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. Was ALWAYS welcomed into the Shenk home by Evelyn (and you too Bob, Sr.) with a warm smile and loving kindness. To you Mr. S, Karen, Rob and the entire family – sending my love and heartfelt condolences. May the memory of Evelyn A. Shenk be for a blessing.

May 08, 2022

The family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I spent alot of time on Jamaica Rd in my youth. Such a fine family. And yes. Her laugh made you laugh. So hearty. I saw Evelyn again maybe 6 years ago and to my delight she still laughed the same way
My condolences. Barbara Matroni

May 04, 2022

Always her laugh. That’s the thing I remember most about Aunt Evelyn. It was so contagious, you couldn’t help but start laughing when she started laughing. She was a warm and loving person and we had many fun times at Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Bob’s house. She lived a wonderful life and will be missed by many, especially her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Debra Fish

Services
Saturday, May 14, 2022
11:00 AM
St. John Lutheran Church
223 W. Orange St.
Lancaster, PA 17603
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