Eva
Eva L. Rector
Eva passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Alamo Nursing Home surrounded by her family.
She was born November 19, 1926 in Alamo Township, the daughter of Charles and Lulu (Leversee) Garrison. Eva was a hard worker and helped her husband on their farm. She also volunteered as a lunch and playground helper at Alamo Elementary School for many years.
In her free time she enjoyed doing crafts, gardening, traveling and listening to country western music. Eva was a member of the Triangle Club, Alamo Extension Club, Order of the Eastern Star for 50 years, Oshtemo Grange, Gilmore Girls, Alamo Mite Society and Square Dancing Club.
On April 20, 1945 in Alamo Township she married Eugene Rector who passed away in 2007. Surviving are her daughters, Phyllis (James) Gary, Nancy (Roger) Zeluff and Gail (Michael) Vanderweele; son-in-law, Mark Chapman; 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Patty Chapman; great-great-granddaughter, Mya Griffin and her brothers, Robert and Glenn.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 5, 2020 at Alamo Center Cemetery with Pastor David Youngs officiating. Eva’s family will greet friends starting at 10:30 A.M.
Please feel free to bring a lawn chair. Those attending are encouraged to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines.
Contributions in memory of Eva may be made to the Rector Community Park or to the
American Cancer Society.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
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Gary C. Loomis
September 30, 2020 at 3:14 pm
Going to miss my Michigan Aunt, always looked forward to seeing her when I was visiting.
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Pam Kuiper
September 30, 2020 at 3:37 pm
Eva and Gene were the best of people.
Eva’s smile lit up the room. She was a grand lady. My sincere condolences to the family.
Reply
Mrs. Jim Hewitt. (Patti)
September 30, 2020 at 4:35 pm
Am sorry to learn of your loss of Eva. A very sweet & gracious lady who was always friendly to me. Be kind and gentle with yourselves as you navigate this grief journey. Honor Eva. Grief is more than missing someone, it is an unrelenting ache for reality to be different and for the impossible to come true. The Grief Club is a club nobody asks to join, where membership is automatic after losing someone you love. Can relate to your pain, I have been there. May peace come into your hearts at this very sad time.
Sincerely,
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Janice (Meacham) Gerhart
September 30, 2020 at 5:03 pm
Dear Rector Girls and families, So very sorry to hear of Eva’s passing. She was a wonderful, sweet lady who loved everyone she met. I have fond memories of her and Gene and all you girls as we grew up. I’m sure you all have wonderful memories to sustain you thru this hard time of grieving. My thoughts and love go out to you all.
Jan (Meacham) Gerhart
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Kathi Fuss
October 1, 2020 at 7:00 pm
I have known Eva and Gene my whole life! So many memories of fun times❤️ You know how I enjoyed babysitting you 4 girls Your mom is happy in heaven with God and your dad and Patty I love all of you❤️❤️❤️
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Sarah Volker- Clemens
September 30, 2020 at 5:14 pm
May loving memories help to bring you comfort and peace.
Reply
Walt and Sue Rickli
September 30, 2020 at 5:29 pm
Eva holds a special place in our hearts. She was “Grandma Eva”to our son Jonathan since he was a toddler. We will miss her warm smile and loving greetings. Keeping the family in our prayers
Reply
Joanne Krcatovich
September 30, 2020 at 8:19 pm
Prayers going up to your family . Eva was bigger than life itself , had a great sense of humor and raised a wonderful family. She will be missed by many. God Bless all of you
Reply
Susan (Jerrett) and Tom Sawasky
September 30, 2020 at 8:26 pm
To the Rector family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother passing away. She was always such a cheerful sweet lady. I know she will be greatly missed.
Reply
Joyce Trader
October 1, 2020 at 9:02 am
I am sorry for your loss. Over the years I had relatives who resided at Alamo Nursing Home. I started volunteering at the nursing home after I retired, and that’s how I met Eva. She was a special lady. I will keep you in my prayers. Joyce Trader
Reply
JACK POULSEN
October 1, 2020 at 6:18 pm
GENE & EVA WERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS OF MY MOTHER AND FATHER WHO BOTH PASSED WITHIN THE LAST 18 MONTH THIERSELFS. THEY ALWAYS TOLD ME THAT MY MIDDLE NAME WAS IN HONOR OF GENE A LIFETIME FRIEND OF MY FATHER RAY. I WISH THE FAMILY DURING THE HEALING PROCESS THE BEST AND TO TRY TO REMEMBER ONLY THE GREAT FANTASTIC MEMORIES THAT YOUR FAMILY WAS HONORED TO HAVE WITH HAVING GENE & EVA AS PARENTS. SOME VERY GREAT LOVING CARING PEOPLE, THE BEST
JACK POULSEN
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Jim Rice
October 2, 2020 at 12:36 pm
The loss of this wonderfully sweet lady makes this world a sadder place. Her presence always brought sunshine into a dark day. Her words of kindness were always uplifting to the spirit. Her hard work in church and community set a great example for all.
We were so blessed to have known Eva. There’s no doubt in our minds that she was welcomed “Home” with the words “Well done, good and faithful servant”.
Our loss is Heaven’s gain. May God Bless and Comfort her loved ones.
Jim & Janice Rice
Reply
Rick and Joanne Rector
October 2, 2020 at 2:30 pm
We will miss Aunt Eva. When I look at her picture I can hear her special laugh. Getting to see her in the summer of 2019 was a great gift. Our thoughts go out to the whole family.
Reply
Terry & Char Bonnell
October 2, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Gail, Phyllis, Nancy, and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She will always have a special place in our hearts. We will miss her silly jokes and contagious laugh. May you all feel God’s comforting arms wrapped around you and know that Eva is once again with those she loves and all are in the presence of God.
Much love and hugs,
Reply
Phyllis Gary
October 8, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Thank you all for your comforting words . Thank you for being there too for our Morher and loving her. She had a special place in her heart for all of you. She was the best Mother. We knew she loved us and cared for what was going on in our lives. Family meant so very much to her. She will be missed by everyone and especially by her daughters!
Hugs and kisses to you Mother!
Reply
Sherry (Meacham) Hurlbut
October 2, 2020 at 8:27 pm
Phyllis, Nancy and Gail: I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom! Eva was always laughing! I loved that lady…and your Dad! Our family and yours spent a lot of time while we were younger! I have great memories! Your Mom is now with your Dad! I‘m so sorry I won’t be able to make the graveside service! Sending hugs to all of you! Sherry (Meacham) Hurlbut
Reply
Judi Holland
October 2, 2020 at 10:25 pm
I would like to offer my sincere sympathy to Phyllis, Nancy, Gail and other family members. I would also like to offer my sincere thanks for sharing your mother with me. I will always cherish our visits together at her home. We talked a lot; we shared a lot of stories and she told me some really corny jokes! We laughed a lot on our visits. I miss seeing her at her front window when I walk by the house. Sometimes, she wouldn’t make it to the window by the time I got there and I’d hearing her calling, “Judi, honey, I’m here. Hi.” She was such a special friend to me. I will miss her. God bless. Judi Holland
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Lee and Diane Boysen
October 3, 2020 at 11:53 am
Eva was the life of the party no matter where she went. The world is a sadder place without her in it. God speed Eva. I’m sure Gene welcomed you home with open arms. Our sympathies to the families and friends.
Reply
Bruce and Connie Meles
October 4, 2020 at 6:17 pm
So very sorry for your loss. We remember Eva and Gene in adult Sunday School years ago! Loved being with them! Eva’s smile and laugh were wonderful! The picture is great! I can hear her laughing! Used to see her at the Community Band Concerts and loved to say hi! Eva used to send birthday cards to me and my mother-in-law, Carol, but sometimes she would get us mixed up and we would get the others card-no big deal, we would send along the card and we both would enjoy the greeting from Eva! She was a wonderful lady and is now with Jesus and loved ones who have passed. May God grant peace and comfort to her family.
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Louise Harvey
October 5, 2020 at 5:12 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I babysat for Gene and Eva when I was a teenager, lovely people.
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Diane Glessner
October 21, 2020 at 2:36 pm
Dear Phyllis, I’m just ready about the passing of your sweet mom. Please accept my sympathy and prayers for your family. I know how much she meant to you. God bless. With love, Diane
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She was born November 19, 1926 in Alamo Township, the daughter of Charles and Lulu (Leversee) Garrison. Eva was a hard worker and helped her husband on their farm. She also volunteered as a lunch and playground helper at Alamo Elementary School for many years.
In her free time she enjoyed doing crafts, gardening, traveling and listening to country western music. Eva was a member of the Triangle Club, Alamo Extension Club, Order of the Eastern Star for 50 years, Oshtemo Grange, Gilmore Girls, Alamo Mite Society and Square Dancing Club.
On April 20, 1945 in Alamo Township she married Eugene Rector who passed away in 2007. Surviving are her daughters, Phyllis (James) Gary, Nancy (Roger) Zeluff and Gail (Michael) Vanderweele; son-in-law, Mark Chapman; 9 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Patty Chapman; great-great-granddaughter, Mya Griffin and her brothers, Robert and Glenn.
According to her wishes cremation has taken place.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, October 5, 2020 at Alamo Center Cemetery with Pastor David Youngs officiating. Eva’s family will greet friends starting at 10:30 A.M.
Please feel free to bring a lawn chair. Those attending are encouraged to wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines.
Contributions in memory of Eva may be made to the Rector Community Park or to the
American Cancer Society.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Offer Condolence for the family of Eva L. Rector
Condolence Messages
Gary C. Loomis
September 30, 2020 at 3:14 pm
Going to miss my Michigan Aunt, always looked forward to seeing her when I was visiting.
Reply
Pam Kuiper
September 30, 2020 at 3:37 pm
Eva and Gene were the best of people.
Eva’s smile lit up the room. She was a grand lady. My sincere condolences to the family.
Reply
Mrs. Jim Hewitt. (Patti)
September 30, 2020 at 4:35 pm
Am sorry to learn of your loss of Eva. A very sweet & gracious lady who was always friendly to me. Be kind and gentle with yourselves as you navigate this grief journey. Honor Eva. Grief is more than missing someone, it is an unrelenting ache for reality to be different and for the impossible to come true. The Grief Club is a club nobody asks to join, where membership is automatic after losing someone you love. Can relate to your pain, I have been there. May peace come into your hearts at this very sad time.
Sincerely,
Reply
Janice (Meacham) Gerhart
September 30, 2020 at 5:03 pm
Dear Rector Girls and families, So very sorry to hear of Eva’s passing. She was a wonderful, sweet lady who loved everyone she met. I have fond memories of her and Gene and all you girls as we grew up. I’m sure you all have wonderful memories to sustain you thru this hard time of grieving. My thoughts and love go out to you all.
Jan (Meacham) Gerhart
Reply
Kathi Fuss
October 1, 2020 at 7:00 pm
I have known Eva and Gene my whole life! So many memories of fun times❤️ You know how I enjoyed babysitting you 4 girls Your mom is happy in heaven with God and your dad and Patty I love all of you❤️❤️❤️
Reply
Sarah Volker- Clemens
September 30, 2020 at 5:14 pm
May loving memories help to bring you comfort and peace.
Reply
Walt and Sue Rickli
September 30, 2020 at 5:29 pm
Eva holds a special place in our hearts. She was “Grandma Eva”to our son Jonathan since he was a toddler. We will miss her warm smile and loving greetings. Keeping the family in our prayers
Reply
Joanne Krcatovich
September 30, 2020 at 8:19 pm
Prayers going up to your family . Eva was bigger than life itself , had a great sense of humor and raised a wonderful family. She will be missed by many. God Bless all of you
Reply
Susan (Jerrett) and Tom Sawasky
September 30, 2020 at 8:26 pm
To the Rector family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother passing away. She was always such a cheerful sweet lady. I know she will be greatly missed.
Reply
Joyce Trader
October 1, 2020 at 9:02 am
I am sorry for your loss. Over the years I had relatives who resided at Alamo Nursing Home. I started volunteering at the nursing home after I retired, and that’s how I met Eva. She was a special lady. I will keep you in my prayers. Joyce Trader
Reply
JACK POULSEN
October 1, 2020 at 6:18 pm
GENE & EVA WERE VERY GOOD FRIENDS OF MY MOTHER AND FATHER WHO BOTH PASSED WITHIN THE LAST 18 MONTH THIERSELFS. THEY ALWAYS TOLD ME THAT MY MIDDLE NAME WAS IN HONOR OF GENE A LIFETIME FRIEND OF MY FATHER RAY. I WISH THE FAMILY DURING THE HEALING PROCESS THE BEST AND TO TRY TO REMEMBER ONLY THE GREAT FANTASTIC MEMORIES THAT YOUR FAMILY WAS HONORED TO HAVE WITH HAVING GENE & EVA AS PARENTS. SOME VERY GREAT LOVING CARING PEOPLE, THE BEST
JACK POULSEN
Reply
Jim Rice
October 2, 2020 at 12:36 pm
The loss of this wonderfully sweet lady makes this world a sadder place. Her presence always brought sunshine into a dark day. Her words of kindness were always uplifting to the spirit. Her hard work in church and community set a great example for all.
We were so blessed to have known Eva. There’s no doubt in our minds that she was welcomed “Home” with the words “Well done, good and faithful servant”.
Our loss is Heaven’s gain. May God Bless and Comfort her loved ones.
Jim & Janice Rice
Reply
Rick and Joanne Rector
October 2, 2020 at 2:30 pm
We will miss Aunt Eva. When I look at her picture I can hear her special laugh. Getting to see her in the summer of 2019 was a great gift. Our thoughts go out to the whole family.
Reply
Terry & Char Bonnell
October 2, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Gail, Phyllis, Nancy, and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She will always have a special place in our hearts. We will miss her silly jokes and contagious laugh. May you all feel God’s comforting arms wrapped around you and know that Eva is once again with those she loves and all are in the presence of God.
Much love and hugs,
Reply
Phyllis Gary
October 8, 2020 at 4:24 pm
Thank you all for your comforting words . Thank you for being there too for our Morher and loving her. She had a special place in her heart for all of you. She was the best Mother. We knew she loved us and cared for what was going on in our lives. Family meant so very much to her. She will be missed by everyone and especially by her daughters!
Hugs and kisses to you Mother!
Reply
Sherry (Meacham) Hurlbut
October 2, 2020 at 8:27 pm
Phyllis, Nancy and Gail: I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom! Eva was always laughing! I loved that lady…and your Dad! Our family and yours spent a lot of time while we were younger! I have great memories! Your Mom is now with your Dad! I‘m so sorry I won’t be able to make the graveside service! Sending hugs to all of you! Sherry (Meacham) Hurlbut
Reply
Judi Holland
October 2, 2020 at 10:25 pm
I would like to offer my sincere sympathy to Phyllis, Nancy, Gail and other family members. I would also like to offer my sincere thanks for sharing your mother with me. I will always cherish our visits together at her home. We talked a lot; we shared a lot of stories and she told me some really corny jokes! We laughed a lot on our visits. I miss seeing her at her front window when I walk by the house. Sometimes, she wouldn’t make it to the window by the time I got there and I’d hearing her calling, “Judi, honey, I’m here. Hi.” She was such a special friend to me. I will miss her. God bless. Judi Holland
Reply
Lee and Diane Boysen
October 3, 2020 at 11:53 am
Eva was the life of the party no matter where she went. The world is a sadder place without her in it. God speed Eva. I’m sure Gene welcomed you home with open arms. Our sympathies to the families and friends.
Reply
Bruce and Connie Meles
October 4, 2020 at 6:17 pm
So very sorry for your loss. We remember Eva and Gene in adult Sunday School years ago! Loved being with them! Eva’s smile and laugh were wonderful! The picture is great! I can hear her laughing! Used to see her at the Community Band Concerts and loved to say hi! Eva used to send birthday cards to me and my mother-in-law, Carol, but sometimes she would get us mixed up and we would get the others card-no big deal, we would send along the card and we both would enjoy the greeting from Eva! She was a wonderful lady and is now with Jesus and loved ones who have passed. May God grant peace and comfort to her family.
Reply
Louise Harvey
October 5, 2020 at 5:12 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I babysat for Gene and Eva when I was a teenager, lovely people.
Reply
Diane Glessner
October 21, 2020 at 2:36 pm
Dear Phyllis, I’m just ready about the passing of your sweet mom. Please accept my sympathy and prayers for your family. I know how much she meant to you. God bless. With love, Diane
Reply
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