Livonia, NY/Marilla, NY: Evelyn passed peacefully at home, with family by her side, on July 14, 2023. Predeceased by her husband, David Guyer, and her parents, Edward and Anna Radginski. Survived by her children, Aaron (Hien) Guyer and Jennifer (David) Smith, and grandchildren Kaitlyn, Lauren and Andrew Guyer, and Olivia and Alexander Smith.

Evelyn was born on May 20, 1945 in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. She graduated from a private Catholic High School, Holy Angels Academy in 1963. She spent five years as a missionary serving the poor in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, and in Washington, D.C. She attended St. Joseph’s College, with a minor in Elementary Education and a major in Nursing. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at D’Youville College.

Evelyn worked with families for over 42 years in many capacities.  She proudly founded her own Nurse Educator Business, wrote books and went on the travel circuit throughout the United States and Europe. She taught and certified nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, education specialists, early intervention specialists, and pediatric practitioners. Although she was raised on a humble farm, her life has been a rich example of dedication and service to others. Her gentle nature, outgoing personality, adventurous spirit, and love for her family will be greatly missed.

Evelyn’s Funeral Mass will be held at 11am on Friday, July 21^st, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY.  A luncheon will be held in the community room following the mass, all are welcome.  A graveside service and interment will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Newmarket, New Hampshire in the future.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Evelyn’s memory to the Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510.  To send condolences or share a memory, please visit www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com