Evelyn I. Capell, of Lockport, passed away February 9, 2017. Born in Lockport on December 8, 1918, she was the daughter of John and Lilian (Hellert) Behm. She was a graduate of Lockport High School in 1937 and worked as a bookkeeper before retiring from Marine Midland Bank in 1979. Evelyn moved to Barker when she married the late Norman Capell on August 9, 1941. She especially enjoyed the company of her granddaughter.
Evelyn is survived by her children Pamela (Peerce Lake) Harper of Florida and Douglas (Sue) Capell of Gasport; grandmother of Matthew (Julianna Kiley) and Maggie Capell; brother-in-law Everett Fitchlee; and Ella. She was pre-deceased by twin sons Dale and David, siblings Elton Behm, Geraldine Waters, Mildred Eick, Delbert Behm, Ruth Fitchlee, Iverna Behm, Harold Behm, and Marilyn Gauda.
The family would like to thank Heritage Manor and Niagara Hospice for their thoughtful care.
Services will be held at a later date. Donations to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Niagara Hospice would be appreciated.
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