Evelyn E. Bissell, 98, passed away Sunday, April 15th, in Abilene. She was born, December 27, 1919 in Ada, the daughter of Henry and Grace Beichley. Growing up in Ada, Evelyn attended local schools, graduated from Ada High School and received her nursing degree from Asbury Hospital. On January 28, 1958, she was married to Robert D. “Bob” Bissell. All of their married life was spent in Abilene. Evelyn was employed by the Abilene Memorial Hospital until retiring in 1985. Bob preceded her in death in 2011. She enjoyed reading, fishing and watching nature. Evelyn was also preceded in death by a sister, Neomi Ethridge and three brothers, Koath, Don and Darrel Lee Beichley. Evelyn is survived by four nephews.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 AM Friday, April 20th, at the Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Lindsey Brummer officiating. Interment will follow in the Prairie Mound Cemetery east of Solomon. The family suggests memorial contributions in her name be made to the Abilene Memorial Hospital, they may be left at or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home POB 758 Abilene, Kansas 67410.
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