Evy Osofsky

Evalyn Joan Osofsky was a beloved daughter, cousin, wife, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, aunt, mother, and friend. She was born on May 3, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York. Evy grew up in Coney Island with her parents, Isidor and Lee Cohen. Evy’s love for music started at a very young age when she learned to play the accordion and the violin, followed by the guitar and piano. She regularly entertained residents at the local nursing home. Evy later used her talents to teach and inspire children at summer camp as well as Hebrew school. She met the love of her life, Ed, at Surprise Lake Summer Camp in Cold Spring, New York where Ed was a lifeguard and Evy was a camp counselor. They were married in 1966 in Brooklyn, New York. Soon after starting their family, they moved to Texas where they raised their four girls. In addition to her musical talent, Evy showed creativity through art and writing. She was her husband’s biggest supporter and helper throughout his career. Evy had a strong entrepreneurial spirit. She started a small sewing business and later a grant writing business. However, the job she loved the most was that of mother to her four daughters. She poured her talents and love into their lives, and created a home full of love, music and laughter. Her life touched the lives of countless others, and her wit and humor left people laughing wherever she went. As her family grew, Evy added the roles of mother-in-law, Gramma, and Chava (great grandma). Evy’s legacy will live on in her four daughters, their families, their children, and their children’s children. In the Jewish tradition, this is known as L'Dor V'Dor —from generation to generation—a testament to the values and love she instilled in those she cherished. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for support for the camp where Evy and Ed met, their beloved Surprise Lake Camp: https://surpriselake.org/ways-to-give/ For those attending the funeral, please dress comfortably for the Texas weather. Evy had a special love for the color yellow, so you’re welcome to incorporate it into your attire in her honor. For guidance to the specific section of the cemetery where we will be gathering please click on "Get Driving Directions" or you may copy and paste the following GPS coordinates into Google Maps: 30.435876, -97.664891

Evy Osofsky

May 3, 1946 - October 14, 2024