Thursday, August 27, 2015 7:47 am

LEBANON, Maine - Evelyn M. Downs, 95, died surrounded by family, and entered her eternal home in heaven and into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015.
She was born June 25, 1920, the daughter of Everett and Rhona (Willey) Wallingford.
Evelyn was a devoted wife and mother. Married on March 27, 1942, to Carl W. Downs, she adored her family, showering them with love and quiet guidance. She was always ready and willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Her loving nurturing spirit included not only her family, but also touched many others who needed a place of warmth, love, and acceptance.
Evelyn was a longtime member of Union Freewill Baptist Church in West Lebanon, Maine, where her faith was evident to her church family and friends.
Evelyn was predeceased by her husband of 72 years, Carl W. Downs.
She is survived by her beloved dog, Sam; son, Paul Downs, and wife, Peggy, of Frostproof, Fla.; daughter, Rebecca Curtis, and husband, Donald, of Clifton, Maine; daughter, Rose Davis, and husband, Raymond, of Lebanon, Maine; and her son, Wayne Downs, and wife, Vicky, of Lebanon, Maine; her grandson, Anthony Downs, and wife, Mary, of Westfield, Pa.; also several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.