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James Evans Obituary
Jim Evans of Lompoc died Wednesday, September 29, 2010, at the age of 59.
Jim was born April 15, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois to James and Margaret Evans. After Jim was born, his parents relocated to the San Fernando Valley, where Jim was raised and attended school. After honorably completing an enlistment for the US Army, which included a deployment to Vietnam, he graduated from San Diego State University. Jim was a Labor Relations Advisor at Vandenberg AFB for 30 years. He was looking forward to retiring and spending time with his family and pursuing his passion for fishing and biking. He also enjoyed photography, music and reading Dilbert. Jim was often seen sitting outside of Starbucks with his friends and having coffee. He was selfless and always ready to help anybody anytime.
Jim married Paula Watson in April 1981. In addition to his wife of 31 years, Jim is survived by his daughter Monica Marie Evans of Lompoc and son James Patrick (Jamie) Evans of San Francisco; brothers, Charles Michael (Mick) Evans and Robert Joseph (Bob) Evans, both of Palmdale.
Rev. Monsignor John Fitzgerald will be officiating the memorial service on Friday, October 8th, at 11:00 a.m. at Starbuck-Lind Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers Jim's family suggests memorial donations be made to the ASPCA or American Heart Association.
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John Burke
September 30, 2019
Jim was a great friend! He enjoyed life and friends and especially his family. We miss you my friend.
Claudia Boga
October 13, 2010
Jim and I work together. Whenever I saw him, he always had a smile, kind words and even bailed me out of some labor issues several times. He will truly be missed. I know you all have allot of wonderful memories, continue to hold on to them, especiallyduring those hard times. May the power of God continue to bless this family, through their times of sorrow.
Andrea Taylor
October 7, 2010
I knew Jim only from work, but we had many hours of conversation together. He always talked of family and retirement and was looking forward to spending his golden years with family. I am sorry for your loss.
Jim Evans at 2010 Solvang Half Century Start
John Burke
October 6, 2010
John Burke
October 6, 2010
Jim was a terrific family man and friend. He loved cycling and the challenge of the hills and wind of Lompoc and the entire Valley. I already miss not riding with him and sharing coffee and stories at Starbucks. Keep an eye out for us on the road, Jimmy. Miss you.
Dianna DeLany
October 6, 2010
Jim had the ability to make you laugh when you needed it the most. His generousity was evident through his donations to the CASA Kids Christmas program, helping friends move or even dog sitting. He loved his wife and children very much and they dominated his conversations. Wiggles and I will miss him very much. I thank God for people like Jim - they give us hope and comfort.
Allan Shareghi
October 6, 2010
"Jim & I met through his brother in law Roy on a recent fishing trip to Valdez Alaska. He was an amazing person full of life and loved fishing. He was very funny and made us laugh. We had a great time and he talked a lot about his family and how much he loved them. He had such a positive outlook on the future that was contagous. He was a wonderful individual and he will be missed. If there is a heaven, he will be there fishing. I am very sorry for your loss"
Allan Shareghi, Newbury Park, Ca
Seendy Anzora
October 6, 2010
jim was a very funny and great guy i always saw him at starbucks and he will be missed very much sorry for your loss .
Jeremy Graves
October 6, 2010
I enjoyed sitting around the campfire with Jim. He was the kind of guy who cared for others and was always eager to lend a helping hand. Jim had a positive outlook on the world and took a sincere interest in other people and their plight in life. We have lost a wise, caring, and noble man.
Don Dodson Sr.
October 5, 2010
Jim was a great man who will be missed by his family and friends. I have faith that nice people like him have a place reserved in heaven and I'm sure he's there.
Cindy Pippins
October 5, 2010
Such a wonderful guy!! Forever he will be missed!!
Pat McCullar
October 5, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
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