Rebecca "Becky Turner Evans, born April 20, 1947, passed away peacefully Sunday, September 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, creativity and cherished memories.
Visitation will be Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 10-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, Haleyville. Her funeral will begin at 11 a.m., with Dr. Jim Cooley officiating. Burial will follow in Winston Memorial Cemetery.
Becky was the daughter of William Brooks Turner and Reba McMeans Turner, of Sheffield. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Haleyville, where her faith and love for her church family were an important part of her life.
Becky is lovingly remembered by her children, Todd (Heather) Evans and Brooke (Jason) Yarbrough; grandchildren, Will (Mary Margaret) Evans, Mary Kathryn Evans, Rome and Nash Yarbrough, Dixon Evans and Maddie Jane Evans; her cousin crew and a host of close friends who were her “chosen” family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vance “Blinky” Evans and grandson, Wes Evans.
One of Becky’s greatest joys was being a grandmother. She treasured time with her grandchildren and developed a close and loving relationship with each of them. She celebrated their accomplishments, enjoyed their company and created memories they will carry with them for the rest of their lives. Her grandchildren knew they were deeply loved by their “GiGi.”
Becky found happiness in the simple things. She loved being outside surrounded by her flowers. She had a creative spirit and an appreciation for beauty, whether found in a piece of artwork, a song, a trip to a favorite city, an outfit, a Broadway play or a day spent with people she loved.
She taught school for 25 years, enjoyed the beach, water aerobics, coloring, crossword puzzles, dogs, birds, reading, arts and crafts and watching "Jeopardy!" She had a lifelong love of music and her interests were as unique and colorful as she was. She loved to travel, with New York City and London being her two favorite places to go.
Those who knew Becky will remember her creativity, her sense of humor, her love of family and friends and ,most of all, the way she made the people around her feel loved. She was an all-around lady of class.
Though she will be missed, Becky’s life will continue to live on through her children, grandchildren, family, friends and all the memories she so lovingly helped create.
She was deeply loved and she will never be forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to First Baptist Church, 1103 21st Street, Haleyville, AL. 35565.
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