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He shared many happy times with his wife Colleen, deep sea fishing off the Florida Gulf. His proudest catch (besides his wife) was an Atlantic bluefin tuna that weighed 804 pounds that he caught in the Atlantic Ocean off the New Hampshire coast. He landed the fish aboard the F/V No Excuses, with his friend, Alan Bouffard.
He was a licensed sea captain and has been described as "the best first mate ever."
Jack was raised in Wilmington, Mass., moved to Londonderry, N.H., and graduated from Pinkerton Academy in 1970. He grew up on a poultry farm and was involved in 4-H. In the summers, he worked on Sandy Island YMCA family camp on Lake Winnipesaukee. Jack helped his dad tree farming and planting Christmas trees. He was involved with his brother, Charlie, in real estate development for many years in Londonderry, N.H.
Jack was predeceased by his father, Bob Evans and his mother, B.J. Cassidy Evans. He is survived by his wife, Colleen (Boyle) Evans; stepson, Matt Dority of Gloucester, Mass.; stepdaughter, Sarah Hutchinson of Portland, Maine; sister, Wendy Evans and her husband David Butt of Government Camp, Ore.; sister, Jane Faries and her husband Harry of Kingsport, Tenn.; sister, Sandy Haber and her husband Joe of Portland, Ore; brother, Charlie Evans and his wife Judy of Hooksett, N.H.; sister, Sue Nuthman and her husband Gerry of Hillsboro, Ore; sister, Carol Evans and her husband Charlie Fleischman of Bethesda, Md.; and several nieces and nephews.
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services:The family is planning an offshore memorial service in the Gulf and a service in New Hampshire, to be announced. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the SPCA in honor of Jack's faithful companion, Duke. For condolences, go to reesefuneral.com
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Cheryl P
March 8, 2012
I remember Jack because I was friends with his sister Carol. We were just kids and we thought he was so cool ~ I remember sitting at the kitchen table with Carol and Jack and their friend, Kiki I think. Cheryl
Jim Marraty
March 7, 2012
A classmate from PA who I had some great times with and will always remember. I will always picture him in his boat. My deepest condolences to Jack's family.
Fred Beers
March 3, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bill Cote
March 2, 2012
A fellow PA classmate whom I'll fondly remember. We shared some great times there. My condolences to Jack's family and friends.
Teddi Scanlon
March 2, 2012
Jack,
A great friend! A great sense of humor Always ready to lend a hand. You will be greatly misssed by all..
Darlene Olson
March 2, 2012
I was very sorry to hear this sad news. Sincere condolances to you all
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