Evelyn Simpson, 86 years of age, of Oxford, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre surrounded by her loving family. Born in Oxford, she was a daughter of the late John & Eva Jane (MacDonald) Wood.

Evelyn always saw the good and funny side of life. She loved her family and enjoyed a nice cup of tea.

Evelyn will be sadly missed by her children, Sheldon (Shirley) of  Oxford Junction, Nancy Chapman (Lenny) of Oxford, Teresa  ( Ross McKellar) of Oxford, NS Larry of Oxford, NS, Darren of Oxford, NS; brother, Hilbert (June) of River Philip, NS, sisters: Joyce Sherwood of Cobourg, ON, Etta Mae Leguard (Brian) of Cobourg, ON, five granddaughters , six great grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Lewis, brother, Eric and sister Verna Hicks and brother in law Roy Sherwood.

Cremation has taken place under the care and direction of W. Allen's Funeral Home, 60 Water St., Oxford, NS (902-447-2167). The family will receive visitors on Monday, March 21 2016 from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at W. Allen's Funeral Home with a memorial service to be held at 2 p.m. Burial to take place in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery at a later date.

Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Mount Pleasant Cemetery or the charity of choice. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Evelyn's online memorial at www.allenfuneralhome.ca or through the funeral home Facebook Page.