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Evelyn Cartledge Drinkard

Name: Visitation
Start: 07/13/2024 10:00 AM
End: 07/13/2024 11:00 AM
Location: Beggs Funeral Home

April 8, 1927 — July 9, 2024

Lincolnton

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Visitation

Lincolnton Baptist Church

Saturday, July 13, 2024

10:00 - 11:00 am

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Funeral Service

Lincolnton Baptist Church

Saturday, July 13, 2024

Starts at 11:00 am

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Interment following funeral service

Lincolnton City Cemetery

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Evelyn Cartledge Drinkard

Evelyn Cartledge Drinkard, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, at Lake Crossing Health Care in Appling, Georgia. Born on April 8, 1927, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Evelyn's life was a testament to her unwavering kindness and her commitment to her community and family. Evelyn was the heart of her family, a devoted mother, grandmother, and great- grandmother. She is survived by her sons, Eddie Drinkard and his wife Susan of Athens, Roy Drinkard of Athens, James Drinkard and his wife Lynnly of Commerce; her cherished grandchildren, Chris, Chad, Sara, Casey, and Ann Drinkard; and her great-grandchildren, Susanna, Daniel, Mary Beth, Lexi, and McKenzie Drinkard. Each of them held a special place in her heart, and she showered them with the same love and attention that she gave to every aspect of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Drinkard and her sister, Marguerite "Mickey" Johnson. Growing up in the Loco Community, where her mother operated the local telephone switchboard from the home, Evelyn joined the Loco Baptist Church at an early age, laying the foundation for a lifetime of faith and service. She graduated from Lincolnton High School in 1944. A few years later, on July 10, 1947,

she married Edwin Drinkard. In 1960, they moved from the city to a new home

on Augusta Highway where they owned and operated Evergreen Egg and Poultry.

Evelyn's role as the bookkeeper was pivotal in their success.

They also cultivated a tradition that touched every household in Lincolnton—growing watermelons and pumpkins, ensuring that every family had a pumpkin to celebrate the Fall season. Her talents extended beyond her business acumen. Evelyn was an expert china painter, creating beautiful plates, pitchers, and trivets that became cherished heirlooms. She also crafted quilts and baby blankets for new arrivals in the community, delivering them with love and care. Her generosity and creativity were boundless. Evelyn's commitment to education and her community was evident in her role as the bookkeeper secretary at Lincoln County Elementary School from the Fall of 1977 until the end of the 1994 school term. Colleagues remember her not only as an exceptional secretary but as a treasured friend whose presence brightened the school.

A longtime member and volunteer at Lincolnton Baptist Church, Evelyn kept attendance records for many years. Her dedication to her faith and her church was unwavering, and she found joy in serving others. Evelyn's passion for life was evident in her love for Lincoln County Red Devil football. She was a familiar face at games, her spirit undeterred by distance or cold weather Living a full life, Evelyn maintained her independence well into her later years, residing at home a few years ago. She was an avid reader of the Lincoln Journal, keeping herself informed about the happenings in her beloved community. Even after she stopped driving at around the age of 90, she and her caregivers would traverse the local roads, visiting friends and keeping up with the lives of those she had watched grow over the years. Evelyn Cartledge Drinkard will be remembered as a loving, kind, and faith- filled woman. Her legacy is one of warmth, generosity, and unwavering support for her family and community. She touched the lives of many and leaves behind a tapestry of memories that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024 a 11 a.m. at Lincolnton Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the Lincolnton City Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior the service in the church social hall. Beggs Funeral Home, Lincolnton is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Evelyn Cartledge Drinkard.

A special thanks to her home caregivers and to the employees of Lake Crossing Health Care for the compassion they showed her.

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