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Phil Weitzel
July 10, 2013
To the Evans family,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss so late. Frank has been on my mind and in my conversations a lot of the last year and a half.
I remember Frank as the manager of my fathers baseball team in Wichita, and I was their batboy.
He was responsible for giving many yound men an opportunity to come to Wichita and play baseball. Frank was the last manager of the team that played in the Victory League in 1971. It was the last year for the team that played through the fifties and sixties.
Frank was a part of many great teams in the Wichita area during the sixties, and I wish he was recognized for his accomplishments in the Kansas Baseball Hall of Fame.
Frank was going to manage my father's team for the 1974 season, but my father passed away before the season began.
One of my most vivid memories of Frank was one night that his team was playing the Cessna Bobcat's. That night not only was he kicked out of the game, but also most of the team was ejected. It was one of the worst games I ever seen officiated, and Frank spoke his mind and was ejected. It didn't help matters that it was Cessna night at the ballpark.
Frank you are always in my thoughts and I'm happy about you being in the Hall of Fame in Kansas City. The baseball game lost a major figure and mentor.
Davina Walker-Wright
November 15, 2012
I will miss my Uncle Frank and the phone calls I made to check on him from time to time. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet him for the first time last year. "God, please take care of Uncle Frank for he was truly a Living Legend".
Tee Jessie, May God keep you in perfect peace in your time of sorrow, for you and the Evans Family are in our prayers at this time.
Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Wright Jr.
November 15, 2012
MRS JESSIE M BULLARD-EVANS
November 15, 2012
I am Mr.Evans'wife I can be reached at 334-356-9214. Thanks for your response and concerns.
Marvin Dwayne Lipscomb
November 5, 2012
NO! I just found out about this, today (Monday, November 5, 2012). Please forgive me in advance for making this a long entry. But, Mr. Evans was a very key influence in my life, at an early age. My name is Dwayne Lipscomb. Mr. Evans, Coach Evans, or Coach "Frank" was someone that touched my life while he was here in Wichita, KS. This was during the time when I was in Elementary and Junior High School. I guess I would have to call him my first “personal trainer”, or “private coach”. I was a kid with a lot of athletic ability (I guess you'd say potential) that he noticed as he would come by the house and talk with me, work with me every so often. He and my father, Archie Lipscomb Jr., were friends. We all went to Progressive Missionary Baptist Church. I never really completely understood Mr. Evans baseball notoriety. But, I did know that he loved baseball and would get me, my brother, and my dad into the Wichita Aero's minor league games while he was here in Wichita all the time. We had access all over Lawrence Dumont Stadium, and got to meet players and staff. Then, when he went to Louisville, KY., we would go up there and do the same thing at Louisville Redbirds games there with him also. My dad was from Louisville. And his mother and father, and baby brother, Edward Eldolph Lipscomb, still lived in Louisville. So, Mr. Evans was never too far away from our family. We would travel to Louisville often, seeing family, and spending time with him. I remember going to a "Waffle House" to eat after a Redbirds game. He hadn't seen me in a while, and saw me eating a bunch of fried foods (including extra-extra hash browns). I remember him telling me, "Too much of that right there, aint good for you!". He was always in my ear like that. I regret losing touch with him, and not seeing him in his later years. My dad passed in 2000, and I was under the impression that Mr. Evans had passed many years ago as well. I believe that if my dad had lived longer, and been able to be in the health and mindset that he'd always been in until the later part of his life, that we would not have lost touch with Mr. Evans. My dad stayed in touch with his friends and family, and never went to a part of the country that we couldn't call someone up and have a place to stay. It wasn't until we took a family trip to Louisville one summer, and while down in my Uncle's basement looking at pictures, several of which Mr. Evans was in, that he told me that Mr. Evans was still alive, and living in Alabama. Since that time, I've been wanting to see him again. And, more recently, I've been telling my wife that I needed to find some way to get in touch with someone who could put me in contact with him. And, I regret that I missed the best opportunity I would have. Because a couple years ago, Mr. Evans came here to Wichita as an honored guest for a baseball game. I was not aware, and didn't even have a clue about this until weeks after he'd been here. From that point on, I've been periodically searching the internet to see if there was some info on his whereabouts, so I might have the chance to catch him someday. Unfortunately, I won't have that opportunity now. But, I want to take the time to let you know this. I'll never forget him. He reminded me of my dad, and treated me like a son. I loved this man. He was one of those “special” people in life, my life, that God blessed me with. I will always tell people about him. He made a difference in me. Though I wish I'd been aware of his passing sooner, and had the opportunity to attend the funeral, knowing the life Mr. Evans lived, and the man he served, I'm sure that he was given a great "Home going Service". Because, not only was his love and ability to play the game of baseball great… but, his love for the Lord, and the works he did for him, were great as well. And at the end of the day, that's all that matters.
My email - [email protected]
Kenneth Craddox
August 11, 2012
It hurts my heart to lose such a great friend in Coach Evans. He was the difference in the lives of so many and every lesson he taught us will never be forgotten. I love him and I will forever miss him. To the family you are in my prayers and Ms. Jessie you are always in my heart. I love you very much.
Kenny Craddox
Charles "Chuck" Varner
August 9, 2012
My condolences to the Evans family. The death of Frank Evans is a blow to the Southlawn neigborhood, the baseball world and especially to the surviving members of Negro League Baseball. Frank was a generous man who freely shared his knowledge and experiences in major league baseball. His notable career as a baseball player is well documented among both Negro League Baseball records and Major League Baseball records. Frank will be missed by us all. May he rest in peace, after a life well lived.
Jawina Pickett & Edwina Johnson
August 9, 2012
Our sincere condolences are extended to Mrs. Jessie Bullard-Evans and family on the passing of your husband, Mr. Frank Evans. May God shower his blessings of comfort on all of you.
Juliette Watts
August 9, 2012
My deepest sympathy go out to the Evans Family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. As days and weeks pass, and as life's routines return, my pray is that you continue to feel comfort by the love and support of family and friends. May God bless the Evans Family during this time of sorrow.
Greg Clark
August 6, 2012
I am sad that my good friend Frank is no longer here with us. Frank was always there for me when I needed him. There was no color between us and Frank treated me as though I was one of his own children. I will miss him.
Juanita morgan &owdell Family
August 6, 2012
To Jeanette & Evans Family
God puts no more on us than we can bear be stromg & encouraged remember the good times we used to have together cause he was like a father & grandfather to me & my Kids luv yall
Albert Johnson Jr
August 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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