Evelyn R. (Swain) Bemis
May 31, 1927 — July 24, 2019
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Evelyn R. (Swain) Bemis
Evelyn was born in Malden on May 31, 1927, daughter of the late Thomas Swain and Audrey (Kendrick) Swain. Raised and educated in Malden, Evelyn was married to Robert W. Bemis on June 30, 1947 and they settled in Melrose in 1960 to raise a family of four children.
In her childhood, Evelyn often returned to her family's roots in Nova Scotia for family vacations.Her many summer trips to visit her grandparents in Nova Scotia always held a special place in her heart, and she continued to return to Nova Scotia as an adult.
Evelyn was an understated, loyal, and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Evelyn devoted herself to raising her family and provided a welcoming and quietly supportive presence for generations of family. She loved hosting family holidays and events into her 80's, and loved to bake especially sweets. For several years, she worked in the cafeteria at Melrose High School.
In her free time, Evelyn enjoyed braiding rugs, cooking, reading, and doing word puzzles. With husband Bob, she enjoyed regular bus trips around New England, being near the ocean, and visiting old lighthouses along the coast.
Quiet and reserved, but full of love and warmth for her family, Evelyn was always willing to help. She had a deep faith as a Christian, and always maintained an open heart. She will be greatly missed, but her warm, positive nature will live on through generations of her family.
Evelyn was the beloved wife of the late Robert W. Bemis with whom she shared 55 years of marriage. Devoted mother of Robert W. Bemis, Jr. of Charlotte, NC, Susan L. Bemis of Everett, David W. Bemis and his wife Cheryl of Plymouth, and Audrey M. Bailey and her husband Robert of Melrose. Dear sister of Elsie MacDonald of Melrose, and the late Irwin and Bud Swain. Cherished grandmother of Erin Bonoal and her husband Brian, Justin Bemis and his wife Kristen, Katie Dayie and her husband Thomas, Loralyn Bemis, Joshua Bemis and his wife Angie, and Sarah Packin and her husband Andrew. Loving great-grandmother of Madeline, Benjamin, Levi, Mason, Hannah, Luke, Beckett, and Colin.
Family & friends are invited to gather in honor and remembrance of Evelyn's life during visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose, on Sunday, July 28 from 2-6pm, and again for her Funeral Service celebrated on Monday at 10am. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose.
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Sunday, July 28, 2019
2:00 - 6:00 pm
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Monday, July 29, 2019
Starts at 10:00 am
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