ELKHART, IN –Evelyn "Evie" C. Estep, 87 of Elkhart, died Sunday, October 20, 2019.

She was born December 21, 1931 to Truman E. and Dorothy (Miller) Long. On January 9, 1950 She married Carl Estep in Elkhart. Evie was a retail clerk for Montgomery Wards many years and retired from Chipco. She was a member of the First Brethren Church of Elkhart. Evie enjoyed RV camping, occasional visits to the casinos with friends, Notre Dame Football, family barbecues,  and looking after her dogs, Cali and Cami.

Evie is survived by her children, Tom (Marcia) Estep of Elkhart, Mark (Vickie) Estep of Cassopolis MI and Chip (Carol) Estep of Union MI; daughter-in-law, Judy Estep of Elkhart; her grandchildren, Christy (Mace) Hall & Kenzie Estep, both of Elkhart, Rev. Jeff (Jamie) Estep of New Paris, Matt Estep of Millersburg, Joshua Estep of Portland, OR, Jessica Estep of Cassopolis MI, Melissa (Destry) Brown & Erica Estep, both of Jacksonville FL, Evan Estep of Elkhart and 7 great-grandchildren.

She preceded in death by her husband; son, Steven Estep; and parents.

A memorial service to celebrate Evie's life will be held at 5:00 Friday, November 15, 2019 in the First Brethren Church of Elkhart, 24197 E. CR16, with Rev. Dan Herendeen officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to service in the church. In lieu of flowers memorial contribution can be made to Heartland Hospice, 230 W Catalpa Dr, Mishawaka IN 46545 or the Alzheimer's Association, 50 E. 91 ^st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240. To sign the online guestbook or to offer condolences to the family, please visit www.chapelhillmemorial.com.