Folsom Funeral Service

Evelyn C. Anthony of Norwood, passed away suddenly on April 28, at the age of 82.  Evelyn was born and raised in Norwood where she lived all her life.  She was the daughter of the late Karl and Teckla (Neilson) Johnson.  Sister to the late Lawrence, Herbert and Albert Johnson.  Loving mother of Linda (Wood) Grudinskas and her husband Benjamin of Norwood and William Anthony of Norwood.  Grandmother of Scott Blumenthal of California and Jeremy Blumenthal of Walpole.  Wife of the late Leslie Anthony, former wife of Herbert Wood of Norwood and companion of the late Richard Wehmas.  Her working career included many years at Plimpton Press and the American Girl Shoe Company.  She survived her 3 sibling brothers and was the matriach of her family.  One of her many activies was being involved in the American Legion organization and helping out with their many functions behind the scenes .  She loved the coast of Maine, especially Old Orchard Beach, where she spent many enjoyable vacations with her family.  She was also a very accomplished cook, and enjoyed baking Swedish coffee bread from her mother’s recipe.  Other hobbies included knitting, jigsaw puzzles, and checking out new restaurants.  One of her local favorites was Bubbling Brook.  Evie had a green thumb and could make anything grow and loved her garden.  “Nana” was an inspirational figure for her grandsons and always provided them with a listening ear.  Mom enjoyed having the family around her during the various holiday meals of which she always provided an overabundance of food to everyone’s fulfillment.  Immediate arrangement shall be limited to a private family viewing.  A Celebration of her Life will be announced in the near future.  All will be welcome.

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