News Staff
Wednesday, June 15, 2022
Barbara Ellen Evans was born in Mitchell, SD, on December 17, 1938 to David Evans and Gertrude (Trudi) Evans (Aldrich). Barb was the oldest of two children. Brother John entered the family three years later. The Evans family moved to Kadoka, SD, in 1943. Barbara graduated from Kadoka High School in 1956. While growing up, Barbara and the Evans family spent many summers at the cabin in the Black Hills near Hill City. Barb enjoyed knitting, making her great grandkids Christmas stockings, playing bridge and spending time with family and friends. While attending high school in Kadoka she worked several jobs, most in the waitressing area.