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William Evans Obituary

Evans William E. Evans, M.D., 80, of Circleville, died on August 20, 2014 with his family by his side at the Ohio State Medical Center in Columbus. William "Bill" Evans was born on December 15, 1934 to Kate (Wertz) and Charlie Evans in Marion, Ohio. He graduated from Williams College in 1956 where he was a three sports varsity athlete, playing football, basketball and golf. He went on to graduate from the Ohio State University School of Medicine in 1961. He served in the U.S. Air Force where he was a Captain and physician. He was an avid horseman, hunter and golfer and was happiest being outdoors or reading and writing. He has authored many professional journals and textbook chapters along with writing and publishing three novels. In his career as a surgeon he saved countless lives and as a professor of surgery at the Ohio State University College of Medicine he taught and mentored many of the finest surgeons in the country. Dr. Evans was preceded in death by his children Will and Cath Evans. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; his brother, Robert C. (Pat) Evans; his daughters, Carol (Mike) Behling, Tracy (Jim) Sweeney and Michelle (Todd) Sloan; his nine grandchildren, Katie, Paige, Matt, Andrea, Michel, Adam, Jimmy, Clare, Max and Jack. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at 10 a.m. at the WELLMAN FUNERAL HOME with burial to follow in Springlawn Cemetery, Williamsport. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 4-7 p.m. He was a fun loving, ornery, full of life and promised all of us that life with him would never be dull-and it wasn't! In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bills name to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. Online condolences can be made at www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 20 to Aug. 21, 2014.

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Diann Griffith

August 15, 2020

Dr. Evans took a chance on me to work as his receptionist for the practice. I was there for 6 years until moving to Florida. He was down to earth, kind, loved his patients. I loved his smile and he always took up for me. We cut firewood every fall at his house and he insisted I make my chili and brownies, even if the weather was un seasonally warm. He loved his children with all his heart and he was so proud of them. RIP Dr Evans ❤

Steve Vincent

August 26, 2014

Nancy
I was so sadden to hear of Bills passing. I have not stayed in contact with the rest of the world like i should.
i still remeber the time of shooting down at Jacks on sat when Bill would show up in his cowboy hat. I will keep you in my prayers.
Take care
Steve Vincent

Beth Gallaugher

August 26, 2014

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August 26, 2014

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Bill Fisher

August 22, 2014

Growing up, Bill was one of my role models, with dedication and intellect he overcame obstacles and excelled in his profession. His family should be proud.

Jim McDermott

August 22, 2014

My memories of Bill go back to our highschool days of sports, fun,etc.We stayed in contact over the years. Our friend Jack Ellis and I had great fun promoting your "book club" locally and in Cinti.
You suffered much, but took it with true grit. My world has changed also, can't do things I would like to do.
Condolences to Nancy, Bob & Carol.
Jim McDermott

Nancy Walker

August 22, 2014

Bob and Pat, so sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you.

Diann Griffith

August 21, 2014

Dr. Evans was an amazing and generous man. Loved the 6 six years I work in his office at St. Anthony's . God Bless him.

Lee Anne Lindstrum

August 21, 2014

To the family of Dr.Bill Evans. The 1952 class of Chillicothe High School sends their condolences. It was great to see Bill at our class luncheon on Saturday, June 28th at Donatos. He was in good spirits and was happy to be with his classmates. Bill will be greatly missed and our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Lee Anne Lindstrum
Class of 1952

American Heart Association

August 21, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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