Evelyn Best

Evelyn Best, 97, of Owensboro passed away at her daughter’s home on Friday, September 27, 2024, under the care of Hospice of Southern Kentucky. The Ohio County native was born December 22, 1926, as one of seven children to the late Richard Whobrey and Dora Davis Whobrey. A devoted follower of Jesus Christ, Evelyn was a member of First Baptist Church. She was a bookkeeper for her husband’s business and a gifted homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, cooking, gardening, canning, and playing bridge. Evelyn was fun and hospitable; her home always being open to guests and family who needed a place to stay. She loved her family and sweet times of devotion with her Savior. 

 In addition to her parents, Evelyn also was preceded in death by her husband, George “Bud” Best in 2023 and all her siblings. 

 Those left to cherish her memory include her three children, Kathryn Austin (Dwight), George Michael Best (Janet) both of Bowling Green, and Kimberly Swift (Steve) of Owensboro; nine grandchildren, Katie Lea Coffey (Doug), Leslie Decker (Brad), Miles Austin (fiancé, Jessica Kinser), Sam Swift (Sarah), Chris Swift (Lauren), Annie Drury (Jon), Ethan, Mason, and Gavin Best; eleven great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. 

 The funeral service will be at noon Wednesday, October 2 at Glenn Funeral Home and Crematory. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 until 7:00 pm and Wednesday from 10:00 am until the time of the service. Burial will be in Owensboro Memorial Gardens. 

 Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to First Baptist Church General Fund, 230 J R Miller Blvd Owensboro, KY 42303. 

Condolences and memories for Evelyn’s family may be left at www.glenncares.com.