Evelyn died peacefully at the age of 90 surrounded by family January 19th, 2011 in Nampa Idaho. She was born April 25, 1920 in Butte, Montana.

Evelyn lived a full and enjoyable life. She graduated from Butte High School, Class of 1938. She went on to attend the St James School of Nursing, in Butte, Montana. She graduated in June 1941 as a Graduate RN (3 year program). Post graduate courses included Psychiatric Nursing, Nursing Education and Cardio-Vascular Nursing from Montana State College; and Nursing Home Care from the Joint Council to Improve Health Care of the Aging. She took great pride in her nursing career and never forgot the true meaning of caring.

Evelyn married her sweetheart Bob Morey on November 16, 1942. Together they raised three children, Jeanine, David and MaryAnne.

After retiring from nursing, Evelyn spent many years as a Foster Grandparent, also volunteering with the 7th Day Adventist Community Services group and Hands Across the Valley. She was presented with the Dr. Jim Oyler Award for Special Achievement and Outstanding Service to Touchstone Clubhouse, December 1990. Evelyn was a true inspiration to all who knew her.

Evelyn loved the outdoors; particularly the great west and her flower garden. She loved poetry, writing, sewing and crafting. She loved cooking throughout her life for family and friends.

Evelyn loved and valued her family above all else.

She was preceded in death by her parents David and Mary Bills, brother Raymond, husband Robert Eldon Morey, son Robert David Morey and granddaughter Debra Pence.

Evelyn is survived by her daughters, Jeanine Morey of Nampa, ID and Mary Anne (Ralph) St John of Redondo Beach, CA and a daughter in law, Margie Fitch.

Grandchildren: Larry (Lisa) Hale, Theresa (David) Richardson, Robert (Rebecca) Lopez, Bernadette Brockman, Lawrence (Michelle) Lopez, Ryan (Robyn) St John, Melissa (Doug) Antocicco, James (Kathy), Jeff and Brian (Kelly) Pence.

Great grandchildren: Kenneth, William, Alex, Lawrence Jr., Brandon (aka Mr. B), Anthony, Hunter, Hannah, Olivia, Thomas, Danielle, Daemon, Nicholas, Nathanial, Michael, Brian Jr., Madison, Jonathan, Adam (Jerica), Eric and Matthew.

Great great grandchildren: Kenneth, Valerie, Quentin and Bella.

The family wishes to thank the Guardian Home Health & Hospice team for Evelyns care over the past 3 years; and the Beehive Assisted Living team for Evelyns care since March 2010. The Guardian and Beehive staff provided outstanding and compassionate care for Evelyn. They also provided tremendous support to the family during her final days.

The family will greet family and friends at the Nampa Funeral Home, Yraguen Chapel for viewing and visitation on Friday from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Nampa Funeral Home, Yraguen Chapel. Burial will follow in the Kohlerlawn Cemetery, Nampa.

Service Information Visitation Friday January 28, 2011 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM