Marguerite Evans
May 4,1941-October 19, 2023
Marguerite Evans, better known as Midge, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Passaic, NJ, Midge was raised in Clifton and was a graduate of Clifton High School. She completed her teaching degree at William Paterson College, Wayne, and began a long and fulfilling career teaching 7th and 8th grade science in Lincoln Park.
After retiring from teaching Midge reinvented herself as an artisan and crafter, and even dabbled in the entrepreneurial world running antique and collectible booth in Pennsylvania along with her daughter Krisann. Midge loved to paint, needlepoint and liked to take everyday items and turn them into pieces of art. She was even looking forward to volunteering at local nursing home in Bloomingdale to teach crafts to the residents. Midge also loved reading, playing Mahjong with her friends, and taking care of her cats.
Midge will be remembered by her spirited personality, quick wit, and infectious energy.
She is survived by her devoted husband John Evans, son Steven Kaplysz, daughter Krisann Boutsikaris, and son-in-law John Boutsikaris.
She was predeceased by her parents Ted and Ann Pletenik and her brother Teddy.
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