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In memory of
Evelyn Louise Whitley
June 8, 1946 - February 23, 2023
Jun 8, 1946 - Feb 23, 2023
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A brilliant woman who served her community by educating generations of Portsmouth, Virginia children, Evelyn Louise Whitley was a renowned educator, mentor, and friend. She dedicated her life to public service as an educator for more than four decades.
Evelyn Louise Whitley was born on June 8, 1946, in Weldon, North Carolina. She was the second of seven children born to Clyde and Olivia Ellis. Both parents and two of her siblings -JoAnn Gadson and …
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Born
June 8th, 1946
Passed away
February 23rd, 2023
Portsmouth, VA
Survived by
Albert Whitley, Sr
Husband
Jonelle Leary
Daughter
Clyde Ellis, Sr.
Brother
Jordan Leary
Granddaughter
Il'asia Cannon
Granddaughter
Khari Whitley
Grandson
Aji Whitley
Granddaughter
Antonek Edwards
Granddaughter
Nellie Green
Sister
Charles Ellis
Brother
Steve Ellis
Brother
Marilyn Fitts
Cousin
Summer Johnson
Niece
David L Fitts
Cousin
CAROLYN SCOTT-DIXON
Cousin
Tawanda Williams
Niece
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Cause of death
Dementia
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
J. T. Fisher Funeral Services
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