Evelyn Marie (Dammer) Halvorson, aged 81, passed away on October 22, 2025, in Duluth, Minnesota. Known for her immense kindness and generosity, Evelyn touched the lives of many as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Born to Melvin and Viola Dammer, she was preceded in death by her parents and an infant sister. Evelyn’s legacy continues through her loving husband of 59 years, David Halvorson Jr., and their children: son Ernest “Ernie” Halvorson (Hollie) of St. Cloud, daughters Kimberly Neigum (Darcy) of Bismarck, North Dakota, Brenda Gamache (Dan) of New Richmond, Wisconsin, and Bonnie Lou Goebel (Z) of Duluth.
Evelyn was a proud grandmother to her grandchildren, including Emma Neigum from Bismarck and Aaron Neigum (Myriah) from Sheridan, Wyoming. Her close-knit family also includes siblings Edward (Sandra), Merlyn (Carol), Harvey (Lorene), Charlie (Kerry), Wesley (Cindy), and Susie, all of whom will cherish her memory.
Visitation and Celebration of Life
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects during a visitation scheduled for 11:00 AM on November 1 at Sunrise Funeral Home, located at 4798 Miller Trunk Hwy. This will be followed by a Celebration of Life at 12:00 PM and a reception to honor Evelyn’s remarkable life.
Evelyn’s family encourages those wishing to express their condolences to share their memories and photos online at SunriseFuneralHomeandCemetery.com. As the community gathers to remember her, Evelyn’s legacy of love and compassion will undoubtedly live on in the hearts of all who knew her.