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George T. Evans

1931 - 2013

George T. Evans obituary, 1931-2013, Jacksonville, NC

BORN

1931

DIED

2013

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Bacher-Moore Funeral Home - Akron

3326 Manchester Road

Akron, Ohio

George Evans Obituary

George T. Evans

George Evans, 82, passed away on December 20, 2013. He was born May 20, 1931 in Harnett County, N.C. to Lonza and Eunice Evans.

He worked as a chemical engineer and specialized in off-road tires, retiring from the Michelin Company. George was a Past Master and 33rd Degree Mason with the Wayfarer Lodge #789 and was a member of the Sons of the American Revolution. He served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict and was involved with biological and chemical weapons research. He attended The Chapel at Fir Hill, was an avid boater on the Portage Lakes and spent his time doing construction and remodeling with his son, Paul. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling to family reunions.

George was preceded in death by his parents and his four brothers and a sister. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sandra; son, Paul (Kelly); grandson, Aaron Christopher Evans; sisters, JoAnn House, Carolyn Martson, and Jackie Ledbetter.

Friends may call at Bacher Funeral Home, 3326 Manchester Rd. on Thursday, December 26, 2013 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. with The Wayfarer Lodge conducting a Masonic service at 6:30 p.m. Calling hours will be held at the Jones Funeral Home, located at 303 Chaney Ave., Jacksonville, N.C. 28540 on Saturday December 28, 2013 from 1 to 2 p.m. The New River Masonic Lodge #736 will conduct a Masonic Service on Saturday, December, 28 at 2 p.m. Interment will be at Onslow Memorial Park in Jacksonville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Cancer Society in memory of George. Funeral home map, directions, and the Evans Family condolence book are available at www.bacherfuneralhome.com.

(Bacher, 330-644-0024)

Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Dec. 23, 2013.
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Very sorry to hear of Mr. Evans death. I pray that you all may have comfort & peace from Our Heavenly Father. (Romans 15:33)

R. Garris

December 30, 2013

George was a good fellow worker.
My prayers are for him and the family.
HARRY DIETRICK

December 26, 2013

JOHN SKIPPER

December 26, 2013

Mr. Evans will certainly be missed. We had the honor of working with him for many years. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Sally Henning

December 26, 2013

Condolance to the George Evans family.It was apleasure to have known him.Was on my golf team at Goodpark B.F.G. leaque years ago Many talksgolf and fitness programes.Old worker bfg. Ang Ciavarella.

Angelo Ciavarella

December 26, 2013

We will miss watching football games with George in my dad's garage! He was just an all around great guy. Sandy we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
-Michalyn, Geoff and Grady

Michalyn (Simmons) Ross

December 24, 2013

Evans Family,
Many thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Heather Hart

December 23, 2013

Dear Sandy and family, we have been so blessed with our friendship during the time we spent in Portage Lakes, so many nights of wonderful stories. Laughing, gardening, tying up our boats when the wind was so strong. Wonderful meals on the grill…and just great friendship between us all, memories to cherish. We will miss all of Georges great advice…Much love to you, Paul, Kelly and your precious grandson. With Love, Mark and Rhonda Day

December 23, 2013

Sandy,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
I have Enjoyed the many Memories of George at BFGoodrich Tire & Recently at Portage Lakes Fitness Center

Bob Iverson

December 23, 2013

I am glad to have known him and that I was able to help plan his trip to Oregon last year.
Bud Long

December 23, 2013

Sandy,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Kevin & Karen O'Connor

Kevin & Karen O'Connor

December 23, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Bacher Funeral Home

December 23, 2013

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Memorial Events
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Dec

26

Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home - Akron

3326 Manchester Road, Akron, OH 44319

Dec

26

Service

6:30 p.m.

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home - Akron

3326 Manchester Road, Akron, OH 44319

Dec

28

Calling hours

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Jones Funeral Home

303 Chaney Ave., Jacksonville, NC

Dec

28

Service

2:00 p.m.

Jones Funeral Home

303 Chaney Ave., Jacksonville, NC

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3326 Manchester Road, Akron, OH 44319

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