Evelyn Schofner, 88, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012, at Major Hospital.

She was born April 4, 1924, in Shelbyville, to Jessie and Goldie Pearl (McNamara) Junken. She married James H. Schofner on Jan. 1, 1943, who preceded her in death May 8, 1992.

She was preceded in death by parents, husband, one daughter and one son.

Survivors include one son and several nieces and nephews.

She worked as a cook for the St. Joseph Catholic School for 16 years retiring in 1986. She then volunteered at the Salvation Army Thrift Store and Hospice of Shelby Count Thrift Store for many years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where she was a very active member. She ws a member of St. Anne's Altar Society of Daughters of Isabella.

Visitation will be held at the Murphy-Parks Funeral Service & Crematory on Tuesday, Oct. 9 from 4-7 p.m. Rosary will be recited at the funeral home preceding the visitation at 3:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Oct. 10, 2012, at the St. Josephe Catholic Church, 127 E. Broadway St., Shelbyville.  Burial will be in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to St. Joseph Catholic School.

Funeral directors Greg A. Parks, Sheila J. Parks and Stuart H. Parks are honored to conduct the services for Mrs. Schofner.

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Nancy Schofner

   Posted Tue October 09, 2012

I'm deeply sadden of the loss of a wonderful lady, my thoughts are with the Schofner family.

Mary Anne Huesman

   Posted Tue October 09, 2012

I saw Evelyn on Thursday 10-4-12. She said she was going to the hospital. I didn't think it would be the last time I saw this lady. Evelyn has been a constant in my life...always around St. Joe. God bless her, I'm praying for her to rest in peace and hoping she will pray for me.

Judy Boring

   Posted Sat October 20, 2012

This lovely lady will be greatly missed, as she was always there to help wherever need. Prayers for her and her family.

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