of Clinton, AR
August 14, 1950 - December 1, 2025
Marca Carole Fudge Evans, 75, of Clinton, completed her earthly journey on December 1, 2025, after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer's dementia.
Carole was born on August 14, 1950, to Robert and Emogene Fudge in Batesville, Arkansas. She grew up enjoying weekends and summers with cousins in Evening Shade and Cave City. After graduating from Searcy High School in 1968, she attended the State College of Arkansas, now UCA. She received a BSE in elementary education in 1972 and a MSE in 1981. Carole taught three generations during her 40-year teaching career, serving both the Shirley and Clinton School systems. She was a witty and passionate advocate for literacy. Carole will be missed and remembered by the many lives that she has touched.
She married her sweetheart, Joe Don Evans, on April 29, 1972, and they were privileged to have 40 years of marriage. One of her greatest honors was supporting him as a National Guard wife. Two precious children were born to this union: Rhonda Michelle and Robert Carroll. In 2003, she became Meme to her only grandson, Dylan Cole.
Carole was a loving daughter, wife, mother, Meme, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Rhonda Evans, grandson, Dylan Evans (Allison), sister, Cathy Robertson (Jim), sisters-in-law; Jeannie Moore (Tracy), Marsha Evans, brothers-in-law; Jim Evans (Jayne), John Evans (Barbara), Jack Evans (Shon), and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Carole was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joe, her son, Robert, her parents, Robert and Emogene Fudge, parents-in-law, Carroll B. and Frances Evans, and brother-in-law, Jerry Evans.
The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Teresa Goodwin for over four years of kindness and care.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Van Buren County Literacy Council, PO Box 897, Clinton, Arkansas 72031, the Van Buren County Library, 289 Factory Road, Clinton, Arkansas 72031, or a charity of your choice.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Friday, December 5th at the Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton. A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Carole's life at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 6th at the Clinton First United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Evans Mountain Cemetery following the service.
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10 Condolence(s)
Haylie Sigler Harris
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Mrs. Evans was my 1st grade teacher, I loved the dixie chicks and she always called me little Dixie chick. She was one of the most amazing teachers i ever had. She always Smiled and showed so much love to all her students. Lifting your family up in prayers during this hard time.
Melissa Tyler
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
I love you Mrs Carol! Fly high with Jesus Rhonda I love you and I am so sorry. Praying for comfort for your family.
Chris Ward
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
She was one of my teachers many years ago. She was one of my most favorite teachers in school. Such a sweet lady!
Lizbeth Hernandez
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Mrs. Evans was one of the kindest souls I ever encountered. She showed me so much empathy when she was my ESL teacher & I'll forever be thankful to her for all she did.
Janet Johnson Isom
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Mrs. Evans taught my twin sister and I over 35 years ago. Her dedication and love has made us into the women we are now. We will always cherish her kindness. Until we see each other again....
Ronnie Dollar
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Mss Evan's was the best I ever had
Nancy Hensley
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
I worked with Carol at Shirley Elementary and she taught our children Holly and Andy. Lovely lady, she really loved children!❤️ She loved her family so much!
Audra Stewart
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
So sorry for your loss! Carol was a dear friend and dedicated teacher. She had a positive impact on so many lives!!! She will be greatly missed!
Brenda Passmore
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Rhonda, your mom was a special person and your dad loved her dearly. Let all your special memories bring you joy and peace. May God bring comfort to your heart..
Sam & Rita Johnson Family