Evangelyn Barsky

Evangelyn Barsky (March 31, 1894 – September 13, 1936) was, along with Sybil Ward, one of the first two women lawyers regularly admitted to practice in Delaware.

Biography Barsky was born on March 31, 1894, in Wilmington, Delaware, to Nathan Barsky, a dry goods merchant, and Rose Barsky. Her father was a successful businessman and her parents were involved with the local community, especially Jewish organizations such as Temple Beth Emeth.

On September 13, 1936, Barsky was killed in a car crash. Her funeral was attended by hundreds, including Walter W. Bacon, the mayor of Wilmington.

Barsky was a member of the League of Women Voters, New Century Club, American Association of University Women, and the New Castle County Bar Association, Delaware State Bar Association, and American Bar Association.