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Death

Evelyn Thomas Sagan, 61, passed away at 7:07 a.m., January 9, 2009, at her home in Bakersville, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Evelyn was born July 7, 1947 in Richmond Height, MO, to her surviving parents, Eugene and Vera Thomas. After graduating from NC State University in 1969, Evelyn married her devoted husband of 39 years, Albert P. Sagan in 1969. Evelyn was employed at Bell South for 30 years in Raleigh and later Charlotte. She was past adjutant for Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary, Mitchell County, Chapter 58. Surviving, with her husband, are her loving daughters, Elizabeth Sagan, and Alexia Furr (Johnathon); her son, Nicholas Sagan (Anna); her two precious grandchildren, Sam Furr, and Charlie, who provided her much joy and comfort; her sister, Janet Tigue (Tim); and brother, Mark Thomas (Cindy); mother-in- law, Lucille Sagan; as well as a large extended family. Her brother, Stephen Thomas (Sharon), recently passed away. Evelyn was deeply devoted to her family and close to many friends. Her bravery and consoling personality continue to inspire us. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 13, 2009, at Henlin-Hughes Funeral Home, Bakersville, and at Bass lake Retreat, Holly Springs, January 18, 2009 from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m. The family will receive friend, afterwards at their home, 439 B and B Road, Bakersville. The family also wishes to thank her medical team at the VA Medical Center, Mountain Home, TN, for their dedication to Evelyn's health and comfort. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Hospice of Mitchel County, PO Box 401, Spruce Pine, NC 28777.
Published in The News & Observer on 1/11/2009