Eveline Tucker McClendon Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Eveline Tucker McClendon

Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose for them.” On Good Friday, April 10, 2020, an Angel was sent from Heaven with a message saying “Well Done thy good and faithful servant, enter ye into the joys of the Kingdom!" Eveline Tucker McClendon, daughter of the late Helen D. Tucker was born on September 13, 1934 in Richmond, VA , raised by her grandmother, Annie Boone Tucker and by her late Uncle Leroy Tucker and Aunt Florence Tucker-Brackett. She was educated in the Richmond Public Schools and graduated from Armstrong High School in 1951. During high school, Eveline worked at Florence’s Beauty Salon in Richmond, VA. After graduating early from high school, she attended Virginia Union University for a semester and then transferred to the Berean Institute in Philadelphia, PA to study stenography and graduated with an Associate degree in 1952. She was then employed by Hill’s Directory in Richmond, VA. She met the late Roy McClendon from Donaldsonville, GA and after several years of long-distance courtship, they married in May 1955 and later divorced in 1986. During their marriage, they were blessed with two daughters, Cynthia Yvette and Deborah Denise McClendon. Eveline traveled domestically and internationally as a devoted Army spouse for more than 27 years, during which she started a career in the education, working as a librarian and media assistant with school districts in California, Florida, Colorado, and Virginia. She returned to her home, Richmond, VA in 1990 to care for her elderly aunt, Florence Tucker -Brackett. Eveline sustained many long lasting friendships, a true believer and advocate of the "Golden Rule” Treat Others the Way you Want to be Treated, she drew many people to her through her caring, generous and fun-loving spirit. She was an active member of the Moore Street Baptist Church and its Women’s Missionary group, Funeral Choir, Bible Study, Senior Citizen group and Flower club for over 28 years. With her vibrant energy, she also was active with the AARP Senior Group 390. Eveline was called home to eternal peace and leaves to cherish her memories two daughters, Cynthia McClendon and Deborah Morgan (John); two granddaughters, Taylor Morgan and Courtney Morgan; grandson, Royce McClendon; brother, LeRoy Threat; her dear cousin, Margaret Sally; devoted childhood friends, Dionne Coleman Little, Helena Smith Lewis, Alice Mae Alexander and countless other family and friends. We will remember her laugh, her warmth, her energy, her humor and her loving spirit . She will always live in the hearts and minds to all who knew her. She made a difference in the lives of many. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. A private graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 21 at Roselawn Memory Gardens. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be scheduled at a later time.

Ecclesiastes 3:1 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.

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To Deborah & Cynthia, I just recently heard about your mother. Your mother was a dear friend of my mother's, Alice Atkinson. I know that you and your family have many wonderful memories. I am sending you healing thoughts and prayers. Toni Gill

To Deborah, Cynthia and Family- I am reaching out to you in sympathy and friendship. Moms live forever in our hearts,so I know this is a difficult time for you. I wish I had words to make it easier.
Eveline always had kind words and a warm smile whenever I visited. I enjoyed my times with her.
My deepest condolences in the passing of your mother. May your memories strengthen you during this time. Deborah Carter and Family.

I will miss our Wednesday food ministry meetings working with you. More than that I will miss your laughter and jokes and strong believe in treating others as you want to be treated. You are in heaven where there is always laughter and like treatment. RIP I'll miss you. Henrietta Brown

My deepest sympathy to the McClendon family. The memories I have with Eveline will remain forever in my heart. We had a close and cheerful childhood relationship that could be looked upon as brother and sister. It has lasted through adulthood. One to be cherished always. Beyond the darkness, light. Beyond the sorrow, peace. Wishing her daughters Cynthia and Deborah and the entire family,everything you need to get through this difficult time. Donald Carter and Family

Our family mourns the loss of Mrs. McClendon. For more than 30 years our families have shared our life events together. She never missed a beat and always brought her laughter, warm support,and vitality. She was mother to us all. Prayers for strength to the McClendon family and all of Mrs. McClendon's family and friends. You will be truly missed. Your extended family (Jenkins/Coe)- Wain, Jimmie, Courtney, Terence, and Aiden.

Dear Cyndi, it is with great sadness that I learned of your Mother's passing--I know the pain of losing your Mother--I will keep you and the family in prayer--I know she was a wonderful lady because you are and, you are her daughter!May God continue to bless you. Jacqueline Harpp--Wain's Sister-in-law.

As a sister-in-law, Eveline played an integral part in helping me as a young girl while living with my brother and family. I will always remember her as a kind person. Heaven is rejoicing her arrival.

She was one of my mother dear friend please when you get to see her tell her I love her you will truly be miss go on now rest in peace until we meet again.Burnette Harris