Obituaries

Sarah Evelyn Roddis

August 17th, 1925 – November 20th, 2019

Sarah Evelyn Roddis, 94, of Ipava, IL, passed away at 7:55 pm on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at the Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center after battling the effects of a stroke for the past 5 years. Evelyn was born on August 17, 1925 near Smithfield, IL the daughter of Ned Taylor and Doris Catherine (Howarter) Gray.

Evelyn was a graduate of Cuba High School. Following high school, she worked various secretarial jobs, including the National Guard at Camp Ellis in Ipava. Evelyn met the love of her life, Phil Roddis, and the two were married on November 30, 1943. They made their home of nearly 67 years on the family farm until Phil’s passing on January 15, 2010. Also preceding Evelyn in death are her parents and brother, Robert Taylor Gray.

Evelyn is survived by her son, Robert Dean (and Sandy) Roddis of Ipava, grandson, Bo Roddis of Asheville, NC, granddaughter, Sarah Roddis of Table Grove, IL, and 5 immediate nephews and nieces, Steve, Mark and Todd Gray, Bill Roddis, and Phyllis Fleming.

Evelyn was a homemaker, and worked alongside her husband with the farm duties, while caring for her family She was a loving mother and grandmother to her 2 grandchildren, whom she adored. Her family was truly her entire life.

Evelyn’s family would like to thank the staff and wonderful caregivers at Clayberg Nursing Center and Praireview Care Center, along with a special thank you to Evelyn’s roommate at Clayberg and friend, Sally Van Dyke.

A graveside service will be held at 10 am on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 in the Ipava Cemetery. Pastor Doug Krukewitt will be officiating. Memorials May be made to the Clayberg Fulton County Nursing Center in Cuba, IL.

Condolences

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and family I am so sorry for Evelyn's passing. Now she's with Phil and she's happy. Love to you all. Carole Derry and family

November 22nd, 2019

Dean & family. Your folks were special people, just like their son. Sending my sincere sympathy. Debbie Douglas

November 22nd, 2019

I always loved Evelyn and Phil. You’re all in my prayers. Bobette Massaglia

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and Family; Mike and I are sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing!! Our thoughts and prayers for All of You. Mike & Peg Davis

November 22nd, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a wonderful lady.

November 22nd, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! So sorry for your loss! Michelle Wherley

November 22nd, 2019

Thoughts for all of the family at this time of your loss. Bob and Rett Mummert

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and family, So very sorry to hear this.We had so much fun with your parents, Bob tells Phil stories all the time. Hugs to all. Bob and Susie

November 22nd, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. Hugs. Cathy Havens

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mike and Linda Blemler

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for the loss of your mother. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Kathy Gorsuch

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry to learn of Evelyn’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dean and family. Ronnie & Betsy Mayall

November 22nd, 2019

Sarah & Family- So sorry for Your Los- My thoughts & Prayers are with Your Family at this difficult time- Hugs Sarah💕

November 22nd, 2019

We are sorry for your loss, Evelyn was a lovely lady. David & Phyllis Lamm

November 22nd, 2019

I am so sad to hear of her passing. She was a fixture, in Ipava and will be missed by all.

November 22nd, 2019

Dean,SandyandSarah.I worked with Phil and Evelyn quite a few times, always good people, sorry for your loss. Dale Richardson

November 22nd, 2019

She was a wonderful lady. Chuck has great memories of working for Phil and Evelyn. Sympathies to all the family. Chuck and Melinda Barclay

November 22nd, 2019

Dean, Sandy and Sarah so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Karen Lamm and Josh Statler

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and Family so sorry for your loss Thoughts and Prayers are with you Gaylon and Brianna Malott

November 22nd, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss, Evelyn was a beautiful Lady. I so enjoyed her at Prairie View.

November 22nd, 2019

My deepest condolences to Evelyn's family. A great lady. Lorenda Spilker

November 22nd, 2019

Dear Dean and family sorry for your loss. We are praying for you to feel God's love and comfort during this difficult time. Rodney and Theresa Keefauver

November 22nd, 2019

Sorry for your loss

November 22nd, 2019

Dean, Sandi, Sarah, and Bo, my thoughts and prayers are with you all in your loss. Heaven gained another angel. Lynn Spencer

November 22nd, 2019

Dean,Sandi & Sarah so sorry for your loss.

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss

November 22nd, 2019

Dean,Sandy,Sarah and all families
Thinking of you all
The Malott Families

November 22nd, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss. Dean, Sandy and family you are in our thoughts.
Ike and Linda Hackett

November 22nd, 2019

Dean, Sandy, Sarah
Thinking of you all
May you find comfort in knowing she's in a better place now
The Taylor's, Bev Gary Miranda

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss.Alan and Georgiana Clemens

November 22nd, 2019

Dean
I'm sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.


Kelly Easley

November 22nd, 2019

So very sorry for your loss! Thinking of all of you. Judy and Rollin.

November 22nd, 2019

So sorry for your loss! Debbie and Jimmy Derry

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and family, we are sorry for your loss. Evelyn was a sweet lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Melba Baker

November 22nd, 2019

We are very sorry for the loss of your Mother/Grandmother. Keeping you all in our prayers. Denny Gilson & Jane Anderson

November 22nd, 2019

I am so sorry about your loss. Evelyn was a wonderful person!

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and family, we are so very sorry for your loss.

November 22nd, 2019

Dean and family , we are so sorry to hear about your mother 's passing! Our condolences to all!
Wayne and Winnie

November 22nd, 2019

Dean, Sandy and family - so sorry for your loss.

November 23rd, 2019

We are so sorry for your loss Dean, Sandy, Bo and Sarah. Our condolences and prayers, Rick and Kathy Heller

November 23rd, 2019

Dean ,Sandy, Bo, Sarah, love you all

November 23rd, 2019

Sincere condolences on the loss of Evelyn. Ate several meals with her when maurie was at clayberg and know she was a special lady. Kathy cox

November 23rd, 2019

Dean and family sorry for your loss I'm sure my dad new your folks Again sorry for your loss Dave and Becky Wheeler

November 24th, 2019

Dean and family condolences to you and your family. Never easy losing a parent. Hope you will still stop in and see us in Cuba. Mary Woodruff

November 25th, 2019

Dean and Sandy, As we talked , your mother is in a better place . She was always very nice to me, she was a fine lady. Clay Mitchell