Wilma Evans's obituary , Passed away on July 28, 2025 in Newport, Arkansas

Wilma Evans

February 3, 1936 - July 28, 2025 (89 years old)

Newport, Arkansas

Wilma Evans's obituary , Passed away on July 28, 2025 in Newport, Arkansas

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Jackson's Harrisburg Funeral Home

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Wilma Evans

February 3, 1936 - July 28, 2025 (89 years old)

Newport, Arkansas

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Wilma Evans Obituary

We bid farewell to Wilma Evans of Newport, Arkansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 28, 2025 at the age of 89. Wilma touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wilma Evans to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George Gates and Mildred Gates (Cole); her husband Paul Eugene Turner; her former husband Ernest Evans, Jr.; her son-in-law Roger Breckenridge; and her siblings, Brenda Taylor, Harold and R. E. Gates.

She is survived by: her children, Paula Breckenridge of Newport and Brian Evans (Missy) of Cabot; her grandchildren, Mindalyn Breckenridge Hestir (Max), Andrew Paul Breckenridge (Rose), Laina Evans and Landon Evans; her great grandchildren, Ayva and Jaxton Breckenridge; and her brother Bobby Gates (Janas) of Newport.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jackson's Harrisburg Funeral Home



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Jackson's Newport Funeral Home
1900 Malcolm Ave, Newport, AR 72112

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Jackson's Newport Funeral Home
1900 Malcolm Ave, Newport, AR 72112

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