Evelyn Lorine Garden, age 85, of Akron, Ohio passed away on Friday, November 27, 2020. She was born on November 16, 1935, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Henry and Mary Dowdell. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Lee Garden, Sr. and their son, Willie Lee Garden, Jr.

Evelyn was a seamstress, crafter, cake decorator, and musician. She enjoyed studying The Word and singing God’s praises.

She is survived by her children Mary Nelson, Evelyn (Don) Franklin and Henry Garden, all of Akron Ohio; brother, Anthony Dowdell; sister, Pamela Dowdell both of Akron, Ohio;  grandchildren, Sim Graham III, Lacretia Hite of Akron, Ohio, Pearllisa Graham of Barberton, Ohio, Kristen (Terna) Nande of Washington D.C., Lauren Franklin and Brandon Franklin of Akron, Ohio; 15 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.