Charles S. Evans Sr.

Sam and I worked together in the DA's office in the 60's and had many a discussion with Willis West, our senior deputy. Sam had a sly sense of humor and helped make our work environment pleasant and entertaining. See you later, Sam.

I was sad to hear of Judge Evans passing. He was the first judge I had a hearing with as a court reporter. While I was a bit frazzled on my first day on the job, he was kind, sympathetic, and patient in way that instantly calmed my nerves. (I suppose once you have survived anti-aircraft fire flying bombing missions over Germany, whether a tape recorder is working properly is not something to get too excited about). In that day, and all the years I had the privilege of working with him,...

The Lockert family were neighbors with the Evans for over 20 years. I have great childhood memories of riding their horses, putting up hay in their barn, collecting eggs and apples ( for personal consumption). Charlie was my best friend in that fabulous little neighborhood, always willing to help me mow our lawn of cut up fallen down trees, like in the Columbus Day storm.And great baseball games in 'Newcs little field. Thank you Mr Evans, for providing such a varied and rich "playground" for...

My sympathy to Sam's family.
It was an honor to have Sam as a colleague.
In the early 1990's the Portland caseload was small. We were asked to travel around the country to hear cases. I asked Sam if he was interested. He said no. That would require flying. He said at altitude the plane vibrates and the wings might fall off. His status as a WWII hero lent his joke just the right amount of humor. I never go to PDX without Sam's words in the back of my mind.

I appeared before Judge Evans in hundreds of hearings over 25 years. Without exception, he treated all in his hearing room with patience, dignity, respect and courtesy. He judged with integrity, competence and impartiality. I found it impossible to be in his presence and not feel humbled by his essential decency. He will always hold my highest admiration as a man and a Judge. It was an honor to have known Judge Charles S. Evans, Sr.

While Judge Evans was who I tried disability cases for most of his career it was "Sam" Evans who I worked along side in the Multnomah County D.A.s office in the late "60s that I remember as one of the more decent humans I've ever worked with (and in front of) - and my wife Sophia remembers the Evans fondly -- Richard Sly

I worked with Judge Evans from 2004 until he retired. He was the most amazing gentleman and wonderful to work with. Whenever I went into his office, I knew I had to be prepared to stay for a few minutes as he was the consummate story teller. I cannot tell you how much I learned from him; everything from plant species to the law. I am saddened that the world must go on without Sam Evans.

Judge Evans was a Southern gentleman of the first order, a dedicated public servant and kind colleague. It was a pleasure to have served with him for many years. May his memory be a blessing to his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

As a fellow Judge with Sam, I always considered him a national treasure. He was a humble man with a good sense of humor, and had a great deal of integrity. We need more men like him in the world.