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Evelyn B. McMahan

Evelyn B. McMahan: 1945 - 2026

Evelyn B. McMahan, 81, of Sylva, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Macon County, she was the daughter of the late Mack and Edna Woodard Bingham and was a lifelong resident of Jackson County that she dearly loved. Evelyn was a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchild. She also had a special love for her beloved dog, Ruger. Evelyn dedicated more than 30 years of service to Roses, where she formed many lasting friendships throughout her career.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Grover McMahan.

She is survived by her son, Stephen McMahan (Melissa); daughter, Misty LaVigne (Jason); sisters, Doris Elders, Maxine Henry (Jack), Freda Sheffield (Kim), and Brenda Bateman (Barry); grandchildren, Chelsea Clawson (Evan), Josh McMahan, Callie Wilburn (Keyven), Micah LaVigne, and Kidron LaVigne; great-grandson, Cooper Clawson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 12th, at Victory Baptist Church. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. Corey Boone and Rev. Joseph McGaha officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Evelyn's kindness, devotion to her family, and steadfast faith will be cherished by all who knew and loved her.

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