Evelyn Jane (McIntyre) Roths

Evelyn Jane (McIntyre) Roths, 94, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, July 2, 2022, at the Vinton Lutheran Home.

Graveside services will be held for both Merle and Evelyn on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at Evergreen Cemetery in Vinton. This date was specifically chosen as the perfect day to celebrate them on what would have been their 74th wedding anniversary. Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Evelyn was born August 27, 1927, in Benton County, Iowa, the daughter of Elmer and Stella (Climer) McIntyre. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1946. Before marriage, she worked as a nurse's aide at the old Virginia Gay Hospital in Vinton and Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo.

On September 15, 1948, Evelyn was united in marriage with Merle Roths of New Hampton, Iowa, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Vinton. She and Merle farmed in New Hampton for three years before moving to Vinton where they farmed for another 22 years.

Evelyn was a lifelong active member of St. Mary Catholic Church and enjoyed volunteering wherever she was needed. She was a forty-year member of the Lutheran Home Auxiliary in Vinton. She and Merle loved their Friday night dancing at Independence.

Evelyn is survived by her son, Mike (Jolynn) Roths of Stevensville, MT; grandchildren: Chad (Conny) Houk, Missoula, MT, Trinity Houk, Missoula, MT, Shawna (Mark) Fesler, Lolo, MT and Tanna (Erik) Hayward, Stevensville, MT; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. She is also survived by former daughter-in-law, Becky Holst, Duluth, MN; and son-in-law, David Isbell, Vinton.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Merle (2021); son, Bruce (1979); daughter, Sheila (2010); and brothers Vernon, her twin Dean and Wayne McIntyre.

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DCS July 5, 2022, 5:39 pm Dear family, friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing both Evelyn and Merl. As Dorothy Clang, I grew up with the McIntyre's living across the street. Our parents shared a warm and lasting friendship. Wayne was the only boy in our neighborhood so we all grew up playing sports. He in turn had to play dolls with all the girls occasionally. He borrowed Evelyn's old rubber doll and became "Mrs. Whitney" when inclement days required indoor activities.

DB July 6, 2022, 10:04 am Mike and family, sorry hearing about the passing of Evelyn. She has joined Merle, Bruce and Sheila in heaven and is now another angel to watch over her family. It is never easy to lose a loved one, but she will be missed. Her kindness and generosity touched many lives over the years and we are all better persons for having known her. May God comfort you all as I am sure he comforted her. Remember and cherish all the memories as those will live on forever. Again I am sorry for your loss. Eternal rest, grant unto her O'Lord, and may perpetual shine upon her soul.

SaJL July 7, 2022, 3:33 pm We always enjoyed the company of both Evelyn and Merle. They were kind and ever so proud of their children and talents. Our sincere condolences.

DaLL July 8, 2022, 7:33 pm Evelyn was a beautiful person, so kind and caring of others. We will cherish all the wonderful memories made with our family, church, and Lutheran home auxiliary. Take care all.

MA July 9, 2022, 11:43 pm Merle and Evelyn were such sweet and caring people. When my children were small they always knew we were almost home when we saw the house with the blue heart above the door. One day while we were on a walk around the block, my young son asked "why do they have a heart above their door" Before I could answer my daughter chimed in, "Because there is so much love in their house." I couldn't have said it better and even a small child could feel the love that your parents exhumed. My family is so sorry for your loss, please accept our deepest condolences.

LKK July 15, 2022, 10:14 am Mike and family - it IS with the saddest of hearts we have to bid farewell only 'til later" when, I pray, we will meet again. My deepest and very most sympathies to you all at their passing.

Both Merle and Evy became my surrogate parents in 1977 when Evy introduced herself to me as sharing a deep loss; our relationship remained close ever since. COVID prevented me from visiting them ... and my contact remained through the mail to today. I fervently pray ... ALL of you have found someone to befriend who cared as much, helped as much, shared a laugh as much and extend yourselves as much as these two loving people. I AM a better person because of them in my life.

Linda Kramme Kimball

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