Obituary of Evalena Tanner

Eva Lena Smith Tanner passed away peacefully the evening of September 11, 2016. She was 99 years old. Eva Lena was born in Clearsville, Pennsylvania March 26, 1917 to Emma Williams and Wesley Smith. Evalena married Manual Clant "Mutt" Tanner January 22, 1938. She is survived by her children Dean Tanner, Gene Tanner, Wesley Tanner, Josie Emma Cooper, Eddie Lee Tanner, foster daughter Diane Weyer; 20 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren and 15 great great grandchildren. Evalena was preceded in death by her loving husband Manual "Mutt" Tanner and her daughter Diane Johnson. Evalena will be remembered for her unconditional love, strength and dedication to the Lord. We would like to express our gratitude to Hope Hospice, Oakbrook Nursing Home and Dr. Chow. Graveside service will be held at Fort Denaud Cemetery Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at 9:00 am. Arrangements made by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle