Barbara M. Evans age 70 of Diamond, OH passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday April 11, 2021 at UH Cleveland Medical Center. She was born on June 29, 1950 in Warren, OH the daughter of the late Herbert Donald Shade and Dorothy Marie (Kline) Shade. Barbara has lived in Diamond, OH since 1978, formerly of Craig Beach, OH where she graduated from Jackson Milton High School with honors in the Class of 1968. She then went to work at Packard Electric as a wire harness builder for 31 years and retired in 1999. Barbara was a beloved long time member of the Newton Falls United Methodist Church. She loved traveling, watching game show on TV, animals especially her dog Jackson, and going to El-Carlos in Lake Milton every Tuesday. Barbara is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by: her daughter: Kristina M. Evans and her companion Logan Carmichael of Diamond, OH, sister: Patricia Cavucci of Newton Falls, brother: Gary & Barbara (Bunny) Shade of Murray, KY.

Per Barbara's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls on Saturday April 17, 2021 at 2:00pm with Pastor Dewayne Smith officiating. Calling hours will be from 12:00- 2:00pm at the funeral home. The family has requested that all donations please be made to the Newton Falls United Methodist Church 334 Ridge Rd. Newton Falls, OH 44444 in her memory.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family and friends may view Barbara's obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com

Saturday, April 17, 2021 2:00 PM

James Funeral Home 8 East Broad Street Newton Falls, Ohio 44444