Evelyne Gertrudi McNulty, 79, of Newport News, passed away Saturday, November 30, at the Hospice House of Williamsburg.
Born in Vienna, Austria, to the late Gertrude Sperdel, she had been a resident of Newport News for 62 years. Evelyne served the people of Newport News, for 38 years, working in the School Administration; the last 30 of which, as the secretary to the Principal of Menchville High School.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, Emmett McNulty, and her daughter Sherril Hudgins.
Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Christine Ratliff, Theresia Barnes (Warren); grandchildren, Gene (Amy), Kenny (Kirby), Matt (Teal), Caleb (Shawna), Noah; twelve great-grandchildren; step-children, Michael (Kathleen), Sean (Susie), Eileen (Scott), Mary Katherine; and several step-grandchildren.
A graveside funeral will be held in her honor at 1 p.m., on Friday December 13, 2024, at Peninsula Memorial Park.
The family requests that expressions of sympathy be made in her memory to The Hospice House of Williamsburg; https://williamsburghospice.org/
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Evelyne McNulty was a force of nature and the absolutely best school secretary around. Menchville was a well oiled machine under her supervision and a wonderful resource for the whole Menchville family. She was loved, respected, and will truly be missed. Gone but not forgotten 💜💛
To the family of Mrs. Evelyn McNulty,
Mrs. McNulty was so near and dear to all of the Menchville HS staff that knew her. She cared for all of us so deeply and had the most diplomatic and concise ways for dealing with our school family. We could ALWAYS count on her for whatever we needed! She sent flowers and gift baskets when our babies were born, cards of condolences and fruit when we experienced loss, and celebrated all of our accomplishments great and small. She was the truly the fabric that held us all together. We love her still and will continue treasure the memory of this beautiful spirit. Rest in heaven, Mrs. McNulty.
Evelyne truly was the glue that held the very diverse , vibrant, and talented Menchville family together. She was a strong, fierce tiger when she needed to be, but a kind, generous, understanding, and supportive friend always. She took care of business and people with wit, wisdom, and loving care. She was most proud of her three daughters and kept us all informed of their many achievements. Evelyne was a treasure, and we are all blessed to have had her in our lives.
Evelyne was a dear professional colleague to all of us on staff at Menchville and a dear friend and counselor when needed. Evevlyne could always be counted on to approach any subject with wisdom, warmth, and love. She truly kept Menchville humming, which was very apparent when her absence was necessary. She was the epitome of the professional, the patience of a “mom,” and the love and caring of a dear friend. She was my dear friend for many years, and I shall miss her for the remainder of mine. Goodnight, my precious friend.
Evelyne was my best friend,confidant and employer. She was the most beautiful person I have ever known in my life. When I first met her, I felt like I had known her my whole life. I will miss her more than anyone could ever imagine. I trusted her with everything. I know she’s with her Loved ones and in peace, So that helps a lot. I remember all the times that she had to repeat herself for Emmett because he was very hard of hearing. She just would look Up and say” I know I’m going to heaven!” It would crack me up, but I know she’s there. I love you Evelyne and I will miss you so much. Rest my friend. You deserve it.