Evelyn Louise Champ (77) passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport, MS. She was born to Tommy Allen and Lula Mae George on March 29, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Evelyn was a graduate of the historical 33rd High School. She was the kind of friend that everyone needs. It was always a good time when she was around. There was never a dull moment when in her presence. Evelyn was an employee of the Gulfport/ Biloxi VA Hospital as a Mental Health Nurse for 48 years. She recently retired due to her health. She was an advocate for the Veterans, her passion was assisting them in any way she could, she gladly went above and beyond her job description. During her employment, she was also a Union Steward Representative. These duties let you know she loved helping people. Evelyn was always willing to offer her advice. You walked away assured of what to do. Evelyn hobbies were shopping, crafting spending time with her family and going to the casino.

Evelyn is preceded in death by both parents Mr. Tommy Allen and Mrs. Lula Mae George; one brother, Horace George Jr. and one sister, Mary " Pooka" Fountaine.

To cherish her loving memories she leaves, her daughters, Kecia Champ-Walker of Saucier, MS. and Tamiko (Craig) Watts of Copperas Cove, TX; Three grandchildren; Aiesha (Chad) Richard of Loveland, OH; Isaiah Parker and Iyanna Watts of Copperas Cove, TX; two great-grandchildren, Mason and Jaxson Richard of Loveland, Ohio; a special niece, Dena Montgomery; an uncle, Lawrence (Carol) Henderson; a sister-in- law, Mary George and special friend Samuel Ford Jr. all of Gulfport, MS; a host of nephews, cousins and friends.