She was born May 7, 1935 in Linn Grove, Iowa, to Henry and Elva (Klatt) Kromminga. Henry was the son of German immigrants and a farmer, Elva a farm wife and mother. Growing up on a small farm during the depression, Evelyn developed a resourcefulness and self-sufficiency that she would show throughout her life.
Evelyn started her education in a one-room country schoolhouse that was heated by a wood stove and included students of all grades. She later went to school in Peterson, Iowa, where she was a standout player on the girls basketball team.
After graduating from high school, she married Robert Kenneth Carnahan on August 7th, 1954. He was raised in neighboring Sutherland Iowa and was a recently returned from service in the Korean War. They moved to Fremont in 1961. The built their first and only home in 1962 on Pearl Street in northeast Fremont.
Evelyn had a long career at the Fremont Department of Utilities, retiring in 1998. She made many lifelong friends both among her coworkers and with the contractors she worked with. After retiring, Evelyn became a busy volunteer at Saint Timothy Lutheran church, serving on many committees and making a countless number of hot dishes and cakes for church dinners and services.
Evelyn and Bob had many pastimes and knew how to have fun. They enjoyed camping, dancing, traveling�especially trips to Las Vegas. When their children were grown, they organized family gatherings with their children and grandchildren at state parks in Nebraska and other beautiful places through the West. They also loved to spend time with friends, and often gathered with them at the Eagles and VFW clubs in Fremont, where they were members.
Evelyn is survived by her daughters Denise (Todd) Hegert of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Shawn (Jim) Asmus of Silver City, Iowa, and her son Robert Carnahan (Diana) of San Diego, California; four grandchildren�Aaron Hegert (Natalie), Audrey Hegert (Rusty,) Caitlin Carnahan, and Stefan Carnahan; five great grandchildren�Paige Harrison, Ryder Otterstetter, Signe Hegert, Olle Hegert, and Alex Kalvelage; a brother-in-law, Francis Carnahan; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Carnahan; her parents Henry and Elva Kromminga; and two brothers, Henry L. Kromminga, and Arnold Kromminga.
The memorial service will be 11am, Thursday June 17, 2021 at St. Timothy Lutheran Church. Memorial donations may be directed to St. Timothy Lutheran Church in Fremont. Burial will be in the Oakland Cemetery in Peterson, Iowa.
Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont is in charge of arrangements.
Guestbook entries can be left for the family at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
To watch a recording of the service please use the following link:
https://youtu.be/OzjUdinYksg
Condolences(5)
Steve and Angie Carnahan
Fremont, TX Sunday, February 7, 2021 Steve and I both worked with Ev at the Dept of Utilities . She was such a great lady to work with. I still speak of those days working with her in the office, they were the best. The gals gave Steve and I our first baby girl shower and now Stefanie is 22 and pregnant with her first. Ev spoke of her family and was so proud. Our thoughts and prayersKathi
, TX Saturday, February 6, 2021 Shawn and family,I fondly remember the many Sunday afternoons our parents played Shuffleboard, cards on the weekend nights and just spending time together.
With sincere sympathy,
Kathi (Parker) Schurman
Glenn Kalisek
Fremont, NE Wednesday, February 3, 2021 Denise, Bobby, Shawn and your families. Pam and I are sorry to hear of your Moms passing. It was a lot of fun growing up next door to you guys. Our parents always had a great time together also. I hadn’t seen your mom for awhile but I thought she was still at Somersault Point. Your mom will be missed greatly. Our prayers are with all of you.cindy
fremont, NE Monday, February 1, 2021 so sorry to hear this sad news, Evelyn was always a joy to visit with, knowing her for many years as a St Timothy member and doing her hair for several of those years , we had some wonderful conversations, she loved talking of her family and you could see how much she loved them. I will remember her as a wonderful "Church Lady".. I am sure you will miss her greatly. I am so glad I was able to know her.. God Bless you all..Susan Livingston Jones
Fremont, NE Sunday, January 31, 2021 I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I have such fond memories of her. She would always keep me updated on what the family was doing. You are all in my prayers and sending hugs to all.With deep sympathy,
Susan Livingston Jones