Evelyn “Dean” Liggins, 75 of Fremont, OH passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Bay Park Hospital in Toledo, OH. She was born on January 23, 1945 in Little Rock AR to Lester and Versie (Lacy) Wells.
Evelyn was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and enjoyed playing cards, bingo, cooking, and going to the casino.
Evelyn is survived by her children, Evangeline Wells Nickson, Indianapolis, IN, Annette Liggins, Toledo, OH, James (LeeAnn) Liggins, Jr., Lima, OH; grandchildren, George Jordan, III, Jason Jordan, Tyson Wells, Jalisa Pitts, Tyvel Banks, Antonio Banks, JaMeshia Liggins, LeAndré Liggins ; special niece, Rosetta McCullough; special friend, Linda Kidd; sister-in-law, Beth Wells; fourteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Liggins; brothers, James Wells, Chester Wells, William Wells, Sr.; sister, Rosie Young and grandson, Travis McDonald.
Visitation: Saturday, March 7, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH 43420.
Service will follow the visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Charles Young officiating.
Memorials can be made in honor of Evelyn to the American Cancer Society.
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Gail Johnson
I sorry for the loss of your precious mother Evelyn, And I am Praying for your family God wrap your loving arms around each on them and give them strength in the Midnight Hour and wipe theirs tears away today and everyday, Amen
Nette
Thank u Gail much love
Pamela Jordan
Ms Dean was one of the nicest women I’ve met in my life. I’ve not ever seen Ms Dean upset. I loved to play cards with her. Ms Dean I’m so sorry you’re no longer with us!
Marzena Williams
Condolences and prayers to the Lincoln’s family from the burrow family in the Williams family
Nette
Thanks
Sandy Shortridge
Dean was so nice we lived next door years she treated all of us kids like family sending love and prayers from the Shortridge Family
Cassandra
I’m so sorry you no longer here aunt Dean I’m going to miss you so much I remember playing cards and things you were so nice to everyone you welcome anyone at your house we all going to miss you -you are in a better place no more pain fly high my sweet angel RIH
Charlene Fisher
Dean will be truly missed! May the Lord give you strength and peace at this difficult time. Praying for you Family.
In Sympathy,
Charlene Janie Barbara Debbie Ronda
and families
Lorraine
Sending prayers of comfort and peace now and in the days to come.
Melinda bailey
Dean dean dean I was so grateful to have you in my life the laughs the argues the love you showed me .lord knows I was thankful to see you for you’re 75th cake we had a blast when I got off work I’m really gonna miss you’re face you’re voice. But I know you was ready after the party you said I’m ready I heard that clearly .so I know yall cooking playing cards laughing in heaven. Tell everybody hi .I love you and it wont be the same without you but god said it was time to come home tell my mom.i love her and miss her so much .♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Gale Magee Russell
My deepest sympathy to the family and my sister Linda Kidd. I know it hurts now but as the days, months and years go by you never get over loosing a loved one but it gets better so just stay prayed up and and keep the love for each other flowing!!!
Charissa Cooley
Fly High My Dear Friend. Your No Longer In Pain And Your In God’s Arms Now. See You When I Get There.
Bettie Jean Jones
Vangie my prayers go out to u and yr family in the loss of yr mom may God give u and yrs the comfort u need at this time, God knows how much u loved yr mom but she will always be in your heart
Cynthia Powers
My condolences to you and your family. I know how you’re feeling. When a mother is gone home to be with the Lord. The hurt never gets easier. God makes no mistakes. Hold on to God’s unchanging hands. You never stop grieving. Holidays will never be the same. Vangie, hold on to your memories of your mom you had with her for 61 plus years.
Belinda Steggell
My thoughts and prayers are with her whole family. May your memories bring you a little peace in the coming days and weeks. My sister, Beth Wells was married to Dean’s brother, William Wells, Sr. Blessings, Belinda Steggell
Beth wells
Dean was a great woman. She had so much love for her family and friends. I was married to her brother and she always made me feel welcome and loved!!. She will be greatly missed.
Priscilla Richardson
Nette,
You know we love you!!
We send our Condolences Sweetheart. Your Mom had a special place in our heart. She was the “Truth!” Even Scotty knew when not to play with her! Lol
I can honestly say, Miss Dean was Genuine. I pray God sends His Angels to comfort you and your entire family. I pray God’s Peace rest upon you during this Season.
Trust God Nette. He’s all you have honey.