Evelyn Marie Donaldson

Evelyn Marie Donaldson, peacefully passed away on December 18, 2025, at the remarkable age of 101 1/2 years old. Born on June 3, 1924, she came into this life as one of nine children to the late John Wilson and Ida Estelle King in the serene surroundings of Calvert County, Maryland.

Throughout her years, she cultivated a passion for ceramics and loved spending time with her family and eating Maryland steamed crabs. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Donaldson; and her siblings, Ruth, Mary, Idabelle, Lillian, Mildred, Herbert, Calvert and Bobby.

Evelyn is survived by her loving son, Anthony Steven Andrews and his wife, Lynne; cherished grandchildren, Emily Brooke Long and her husband, Sam, Anthony Corey Andrews and his wife, Andrea; and her adored great-grandchildren, Sammy, Emma, Sophia, Annie and Layla. She will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and their families.

A memorial service will be held after the first of the year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake by visiting www.hospicechesapeake.org