Eva Louise Wilcoxen (nee: Graham) entered heaven on December 31, 2025. She was born in Spring Creek, MO on July 22, 1933. 

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, George Wilcoxen of 65 years, her parents Chester Graham and Ruby Oppel (nee: Jones), her step-father Conrad Oppel, and her brother John Graham.

Eva is survived by her sister Clara Crofton, daughter Nancy Schoch, and son Wayne Wilcoxen. She was blessed with 5 grandchildren: Andrea Schoch-Miller (Casey), Jeffrey Schoch (Kim), Jessica Walsh (Mike), Daniel Wilcoxen and Matt Furgerson (Rina). She adored her 8 great grandchildren: Kennedy Miller, Jack Schoch, Benjamin Schoch, Lucy Walsh, Ivy Walsh, Claire Furgerson Myles Wrisinger and Norah Furgerson. Eva was also a loving aunt, cousin and friend to all.

Eva was very active in The United Methodist Church most of her life. She served on many committees and held various leadership roles in the church. She was especially involved with the United Methodist Women’s organization both on the local and district level. She had been a strong and active advocate for Epworth Children and Family Services, Kingdom House, and had done mission work in Louisiana and Kentucky.

Visitation Saturday, January 17, 2026 10:30am until a celebration of life at 11am Zion United Methodist Church, located at 1603 Union Rd St. Louis, MO 63125. 

In lieu of flowers, please share donations with: Wentzville UMC, 725 Wall St. Wentzville, MO 63385 for missions.