Evelyn Francis (Edwards) Newman

Mrs. Evelyn Francis Edwards Newman age 78, formerly of Mount Airy, passed away at AuthoraCare Collective (Hospice of Alamance County) in Burlington surrounded by her family. Mrs. Newman was born April 8, 1946, in Surry County to the late William McKinely and Flossie Mae Brooks Edwards. Evelyn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She ran the Bluebird Diner along with her son, Scotty; in downtown Mount Airy for many years. Evelyn loved serving her customers and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Surviving is her daughter, Shannon Newman, son Patrick Boyd; a grandchild Addyson Boyd; sister, Carolyn Ruth Edwards Boyd; sister-in-law, Teresa Edwards; along with several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Newman was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Leonard “C.L.” Newman; a son Scotty Wayne Newman; and two brothers, Carl McKinely Edwards, Jerry Franklin Edwards. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Skyline Memory Gardens. No formal visitation will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date at Petty Farm in Randleman, North Carolina. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of AuthoraCare for the love and support provided to Mrs. Newman during her illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Petty Family Foundation, 311 Branson Mill Road, Randleman, North Carolina 27317; where they will be divided between Mrs. Newman’s favorite animal charities. Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy has been entrusted with the arrangements.