Yevon Pilcher

On March 23^rd, 2023, Yevon Pilcher made her journey to her new home in heaven.

Those who are waiting to welcome her are her parents, Elvie and Dora Green; her husband, Nathan Pilcher; her daughter, Betty Pearson, her brother Eugene Green; her two sisters; Velma Foster and Estelle Hymer; along with many other friends and family.

Those left to celebrate her life are her grandson; Casey Irons, great-grandson; Casey Irons Jr, and great great granddaughter Kaleia Jo Irons. She also had many generations of nieces and nephews left to cherish her memory.

Yevon was born June, 21, 1927 in the Enon Community. She graduated from Harmony High School and was part of the group that selected the school colors, mascot and school song. She was always involved in her community and dedicated to bettering her surroundings. She was a leader in the Camp Fire Organization, a member of the Upshur County Home Extension Club, and served as the President of the Hospital Auxiliary from 1994-2006. She served as a volunteer for Upshur County Little League for many years. Beta Sigma Phi honored her with the First Lady of the Year award in 1983. She was named Upshur County Outstanding Citizen in 1990. She was a faithful member to First Baptist Church of Gilmer where she served in many rolls. Of all the titles she held over the years, her favorite was being called Nana. She loved her family dearly and was a prayer warrior on their behalf. She enjoyed flowers and crafting. She loved to make gifts for everyone she encountered. There was no person she met that she did not touch their life.

Yevon’s services will be held Monday, March 27^th, 2023 at 2pm at Croley Funeral Home with visitation an hour prior.