Larue Evans

Larue Evans, 83, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, in Medford, New Jersey. Born on May 27, 1942, in Austin, Texas, Larue lived a life marked by devotion to education, community service, and deep personal warmth. Larue met her future husband Walter Evans in Corpus Christi Texas and married June 24 1961. The two moved to New Jersey to start their new life together. After marrying Walter, Larue embraced Quakerism and became an active member of the Moorestown Monthly Meeting. She served on numerous committees over the years, embodying the Quaker values of peace, simplicity, integrity, and community. Larue pursued her passion for teaching with unwavering dedication. She started in education as a teacher’s assistant at Moorestown Friends School. While working and raising her two children, William and Carol, she earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Glassboro State College—completing twelve years of night classes. Larue continued to teach and eventually served as director of the Lower School. where her thoughtful guidance helped shape young minds and foster a nurturing, inclusive environment. Under Larue’s leadership the MFS lower school won the prestigious National Blue Ribbon Schools program, accepting the award from President Clinton. She later earned a master’s degree in education from The College of New Jersey. Her decades-long career left a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues. Larue also served as a peer mentor in the Cherry Hill Public Schools, offering support and insight to both students and staff. Her commitment to education extended beyond the classroom, as she served on the board of Orchard Friends School, contributing her vision and experience to the advancement of inclusive education. Larue also found great joy in life outside of her professional and spiritual commitments. An avid golfer, she loved time spent on the course. A long time member of the Moorestown Field Club, she cherished the relationships of her ‘Hit or Miss’ group. She and her husband Walt traveled the world, and she visited many European countries including Russia, and also visited China shortly after it was possible for Americans to travel there. Her creativity came alive through crafting projects that brought joy and beauty to those around her. A curious and adventurous traveler, Larue embraced new experiences with enthusiasm and wonder. Those who knew Larue remember her as funny, thoughtful, caring, curious, and deeply loving—a woman whose presence brought warmth and light into every room she entered. She had an insatiable appetite for information, knowledge, and expanding her horizons. She is survived by her son, William Evans, of Slatington, Pennsylvania, Larry Whitfield of Arlington Texas, Linda Fielding of Ashdown Arkansas and Debbie Goolsby of Lake Arkansas. She was predeceased by her husband, Walter Evans; her daughter, Carol Herrman; and her parents, William Herchel Whitfield and Lou Ellen Whitfield, San Angelo Texas. May Larue’s memory continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know and love her. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Lewis Funeral Home, 78 E. Main Street, Moorestown, NJ. A Memorial Service will follow on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Moorestown Monthly Meeting House, 118 E. Main Street, Moorestown, NJ. In Lieu of Flowers, please consider a contribution to Orchard Friends School, 405 Linden Ave, Riverton, NJ 08077 in Larue’s memory.