Evelyn Blanche Harris, of Manchester and formerly of Mansfield, CT, peacefully passed away into the arms of her Savior on May 30, 2026. She was 88 years old. Evelyn (Ebby) was born on June 9, 1937, in Brattleboro, VT. She was the daughter of the late Arthur and Evelyn (Bell) Edson. She attended school in Vermont where she grew up and married the love of her life, Wallace Henry Harris, on April 16, 1960. The couple settled in Waterford where they made their home and raised their family. Wallace predeceased her on March 27, 2013. Evelyn, who had amazing organizational skills, worked as a secretary for the Waterford Public Schools. After retirement, they lived in Ft. Pierce, Florida for a time. A beach lover, Eveyln found joy walking along the shore collecting sea glass and shells. While in Florida, Wallace and Evelyn owned and operated a travel agency called All the Places You’ll Go. They enjoyed spending time together playing golf. Evelyn was a talented seamstress, sewing dresses for her granddaughters and even Raggedy Ann dolls, along with knitting sweaters for her grandchildren. Evelyn loved skiing, dancing, music, and playing the piano throughout her life. A sports enthusiast, she loved watching sports, especially the Boston Red Sox and the Celtics. When she was able, Evelyn enjoyed attending the Presbyterian Church of Coventry. Always proud of her family, she especially loved to support and encourage her grandchildren in their endeavors and talents. She will be remembered fondly as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She will be sadly missed but always remembered with love by her children, Deborah (Ken) Goodale of Coventry, Pamela (Donald) Sullivan of Colchester, Timothy (Karen) Harris of Byfield, MA; two sisters, Joyce Reischuck, and Phyllis Teeson; eight grandchildren, Harrison, Samantha, Timothy, Hannah, Holly, Haleigh, Ryan, Molly; and ten great grandchildren, James, Leon, Talulah, Maria, Swift; Charlotte, Keegan, Callahan, Niall, and Malcolm; as well as many extended family members and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, David and Richard Edson. A memorial service will be held at the Aurora McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Rd, Colchester on July 25th, Saturday. Beginning from 10:30AM-11:30AM with visitation followed by a celebration of life service from 11:30-12:30. Reception to follow at Blackledge Golf Resort in Hebron from 1-3. Donations in her memory may be made to Hospice. For online condolences or to share a story of Evelyn please visit www.auroramccarthyfuneralhome.com