Evelyn Black Obituary

"Evelyn Haulbrook Black, 87, of Walhalla, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, at The Residences at Park Place. Born September 13,1936, Evelyn was the daughter of the late Lester "Bud" Haulbrook and Maude Haulbrook. She was the wife of the late Bunyan "June" Black, Jr. A native of Oconee County, SC, Evelyn was a graduating member of the class of 1954 at Walhalla High School. She was well known in the community due to her career as Oconee County's first certified female deputy sheriff. She served the Sheriff's Department from 1973-1996. Evelyn was known for her warmth and friendliness, always looking for a friend in every room to sit with and talk for hours. She was of the Baptist faith. She devoted her life to loving on her family in every way she could. Her favorite role was Mama to her only son, the late Anthony "Tony" Black. She was a doting Mama and Gamma who spent her days spoiling her babies and making memories that will be forever cherished. Evelyn is survived by her daughter-in-law: Lynn Black; her grandchildren: Ashley Watson (Jake) and Jake Black (Courtney); great-grandchildren: June Watson, Abram Watson, and Dallas Black; brother: Roy "Wayne" Haulbrook; and sister: Ann Stone. Evelyn is celebrating today in Heaven with many of her loved ones who have passed before her. In addition to her parents, husband, and son, Evelyn was preceded in death by her sisters: Gladys Butts, Louise Bryant, Polly Burton, and Naomi Owens; and her brother: Lester "Ray" Haulbrook. As a family, we want to express our deepest gratitude to Evelyn's caregivers at The Residences at Park Place for providing her with constant support and companionship over the years. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at Davenport Funeral Home with burial to follow at Oconee Memorial Park. A visitation will be held from 1:00 PM- 2:00 PM, prior to the service, at Davenport Funeral Home. Flowers are accepted, or memorials may be made to: The Residences at Park Place, 115 Gillespie Rd. , Seneca, SC 29678. The family is at their respective homes. "