Evelyn Ruth Freemyer Higgins, 90, of Akron, CO went home peacefully to be with Jesus May 5, 2019 with Mildred and Butch Hulkovich at her side giving her comfort.

She was born December 11, 1928 in Julesburg, CO to Carl and Grace Bergner.

Evelyn grew up in Haxtun, CO and graduated from Blair Community College.

Evelyn was a farmer's wife and later became a hair dresser while living in Haxtun. Evelyn liked dancing, crocheting and helping others. She was a member of the American Legion in Akron, CO and attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Akron, CO.

Survivors include daughter, Mildred (Butch) Hulkovich of Akron, CO; daughter-in-law Connie Freemyer of Evans, CO; grandsons, Michael Freemyer of Denver, CO, Steven (Lynn) Freemyer of McCracken, KS, Thomas (Janet) Freemyer of McCook, NE and Jim Freemyer, Jr. of Evans, CO; Lawanda Harding of Greeley, CO; Kyle Harding of Akron, CO; great grandchildren, Samantha, Anthony, and Damien Harding of Greeley, CO; Sarah Hoffman of Greeley, CO; Willie and Nicole Freemyer of McCracken; great, great grandchildren Zariah, Neveah and Josuah Colvin of Greeley, CO.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father.

A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2019 also at St. Joseph Catholic Church.  The Graveside service will be at Haxtun Cemetery in Haxtun, CO at 1:30 p.m., following the Mass.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Senior Meals of Akron, CO or the Akron American Legion.