Linda Horton Gramzee Evans

Linda was raised in Hallettsville with her five brothers, Donald Lee, Wayne, Richard (Dick), Ralph and David. She cherished her childhood and the wonderful memories of growing up in a loving home.

Linda lived her life full of energy and always had a smile on her face, and something funny to say. She enjoyed spending time with her grandbabies, tending her many animals - her dogs, horses, and cattle, being outside with her plants, and she was always ready for a shopping trip. She touched the lives of many people and was a joy to be around.

She was very special her family and will be deeply missed by husband, Joe Lee Evans; son, Jeff and Shannon Evans; daughter, Kim and Mark Phillips; grandchildren, Makayla Evans and Garrett Evans; and many extended family members.

Visitation will begin at 4 p.m., Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 7 p.m., Monday evening. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2010, at the Hallettsville City Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Diane Appelt, Betty Bennett Repka, Nita Judd Henley.

The family would like to thank her special caregivers, Gloria and Hope; Dr. Jesse DeLeon and Dr. Richard Sawyers and their staff; and the nurses of Victoria Nursing and Rehabilitation for all of the tender care that was given to Linda during her short illness.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of South Texas, a local pet adoption agency, or donor's choice

Words of comfort may be shared with the family at colonialfuneralhomevictora.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Colonial Funeral Home, 1801 E. Red RIver, Victoria, Texas 77901 - 361-578-3535.