Evelyn Goodrow | Obituary
Published January 9, 2026
Evelyn Mae Goodrow
February 24, 1934 – December 25, 2025
Evelyn Mae Goodrow was born on February 24, 1934, in Stanley, North Dakota. She lived a life rooted in faith, service, and dedication to education and community.
Evelyn graduated from Jamestown College in Jamestown, North Dakota, and on June 10, 1959, she married the love of her life, Dwayne Goodrow, in Fullerton, North Dakota. Together they shared a deep love for travel and photography, capturing memories wherever life took them.
Evelyn devoted her career to teaching, beginning at Kent Meridian Junior High School from 1959 to 1968. She then continued at Kentridge High School in Kent, Washington, where she taught Physical Education and Health until her retirement. Her true passion was coaching volleyball. Over 18 seasons, Evelyn compiled an extraordinary coaching record of 337 wins and 72 losses, led her teams to 14 state appearances, earned three consecutive second-place finishes (1978–1980), and won the state championship in 1989. In recognition of her impact, she was inducted into the Washington State Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2005.
Evelyn was deeply involved in the Auburn community and was an active member of White River Presbyterian Church, Auburn United Methodist Church, Koinonia, and Sons of Norway. Her faith was central to her life, and she loved the Lord with all her heart.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, her sister Marlys Mittelstadt, Dwayne Goodrow, and her parents, Ralph and Mae Scheifelbein. She is survived by her brother-in-law Richard Mittelstadt; nephews Konrad (Aleska) Mittelstadt and Karl Mittelstadt; and great-nephews Gillean and Sebastian Mittelstadt.
In later years, Evelyn and Dwayne were lovingly cared for by the staff at Farrington Court in Kent, Washington. Evelyn spent the final four years of her life under the compassionate care of the staff at Weatherly Inn in Kent.
Evelyn will be remembered for her faith, leadership, and the lasting impact she made on countless students, athletes, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.