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Eugene Evans Obituary
Memphis, TN
Eugene Evans, affectionately known to all as "Geno," departed this life on April 8, 2018 at Methodist University Hospital. He was 63 years old. Geno was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 6, 1954 to Eugene Evans and Florence Jefferson, both of whom preceded him in death. He was educated in the public schools of Detroit, attended Wayne State University and graduated from Jackson State University.
He was married to Paula Spence-Evans, M.D., for 31 years and she survives him. He is survived by one son, Eugene Blake Evans and three granddaughters, Destynie, Deijah and Dezlyne. He was preceded in death by one son, Paul Robert Sebastian, and one daughter, Mary Alice.
Geno's lifelong passion was the world of beauty. He graduated from Virginia Farrell Beauty School in 1978 and launched himself into all aspects of the beauty industry. In addition to being a stylist for 40 years, he also was a talk show host for The Geno Evans Show in 1994 that entertainingly and informatively engaged various trends and issues within the fashion industry. In addition, he hosted the Beauty Minute in which he gave tips on beauty in a one minute commercial format. He loved to teach new stylists and used his salons as a creative training ground for the next generation. His trend-setting styling expertise was recognized nationally through his work with Mizani as an educator and spokesperson. Later in life, he was fulfilling a passion for fashion design by attending the Academy of Arts in San Francisco concentrating in fashion design. He launched The Geno Evans Collection (a fashion line) in 2012.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 15, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at M. J. Edwards Funeral Home on Stage Road. The funeral will be held on Monday, April 16, at 10 a.m. at Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.
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Antoinette Young
August 26, 2023
I was an occasional patron of Geno when he was in Jackson. He romanced my hair and I was very glamorous. I am saddened an my regards to Dr. Evans, his wife and children and family and friends. Rip A class act I loved him as a business man.
Jo
August 6, 2019
I pray that God will continue to comfort Paula and the rest of Geno's family. I will miss him, too.
Jo Hunter
August 6, 2019
I am saddened to hear of my friend's passing. Geno was one of a kind...his style, his love for life, his ability to bring people together. Geno was my stylist for over 20 years and taught me so much about how to care for my hair! He was a phenomenal gentleman! REST IN PEACE, MY FRIEND!
Geno and Siblings
Candace McDonald
May 4, 2019
I miss you so much. Our long talks and Laughter. You was always my Big Brother, although I was older. We were road dogs when we were younger. Now I ride this road alone. Missing you so very much. Love you to the moon and Back. I know you and Mom are having a Grand time in Heaven.
Your Sister Candy
January 28, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cathy Redmond
June 23, 2018
Just seeing this notice! My condolences to the family! Geno was my hairstylist and such a great personality! That laugh was infectious! Never saw him in a bad mood! So positive! He will be missed!
Jay Sanders
May 21, 2018
Geno was a great man and friend, we bought drove and rode many Black Cadillac together .. R.I.P my friend no more pain....
Jackie Gary-Mack
April 19, 2018
Geno was a wonderful person. I was so Blessed to have known him. I will never forget the great times we had while working on the Geno Evans Show. We shared many laughs as he had a great sense of humor. He became a good friend. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to spend the time that I did with he and Paula. May the peace of God be with you Paula and the family.
Marilyn Roots-Byrd
April 16, 2018
Geno,
You will always be remembered for your art of hairstyles. R.I.P.
Brenda Brown
April 16, 2018
I am going to miss you, I will keep your sweet memories I had of you and Dr. Paula Spence-Evans in my heart. RIP Geno. I love you always❤ Brenda Brown
Sharon Reed
April 16, 2018
So sorry to hear about Geno's death. He will be sorely missed.
Lynn
April 16, 2018
My heart and prayers go out to the family in this difficult time. May almighty God give you strength and comfort. 2 Thessalonians 2: 16 & 17.
Eure Tina
April 16, 2018
I'm glad that you have no more plan man. You made it Geno!! Thank you for the wonderful memories and laughing and smiling all the time. I can hear all of the great music that always played while you were styling my hair. Rest in peace LOVE YOU!!
Chandra Wells
April 15, 2018
My condolences to the Evans family. Geno will be deeply missed. I met Geno 40 years ago, I was 10 years old and my mother took me to his hair salon and he became my hair stylist. He had a very upscale and trendy salon in Jackson, MS. He was always a trendsetter, I remember him serving champagne. I was so impressed. Over the years, we lost contact, I grew up and my parents moved away to Memphis, TN, but I never forgot the infamous Geno. My mother heard that he had moved to Memphis as well, and of course we tracked him down. He became our hair stylist again. Geno Rest IN Peace. You are in a better place, no more pain.
Clintonette Garrison
April 15, 2018
R.I.H.Geno. We will always remember your professionalism and art. I remember the days you, Jason and Fulton styled Jackson. Mississippi. Such a "Class Act". I pray comfort for your family during this difficult time.
Linell Palmer (Golden Shears )
April 15, 2018
RIP! My brother. You set the trend for us here in Jackson, MS. You were a trailblazer in soo many ways.
Cleophus Bryant
April 15, 2018
Rest in Peace my dear friend, we went to a lots of Bronner Bros. Shows together. You will truly be missed.
Marilyn Roots-Byrd
April 15, 2018
Sincere Condolences To Everyone. God bless and strength endurance in the coming days.
Victor "Dee " Donaldson
April 15, 2018
RIH Geno you and that hardy laugh will be missed you was a great mentor Thanks for the great start you gave me
Laura Sparkman Stewart
April 15, 2018
RIP
April 14, 2018
Its been years since Ive seen Geno, but enjoyed working with him at Soft Sheen/Mizani. A true professional. May he RIP! Angela Young
Bob Hutchins MD
April 14, 2018
Deepest Sympathy,praying for you and the family
Brenda Melvin
April 14, 2018
There is so much good, so many anecdotes, can be told about Gene. He could be as a city known to experience all four seasons in a single day...could be acerbic with hilarity. He, definitely, was an extraordinary hair artist, but he also had a brilliant mind. He was a ruler, a commander, by nature. A great friend. I will miss knowing he is somewhere in the world. Godspeed my friend. Much love, Paula - so dear, such a champion. Thank you from Gene and all of us from "back in the day." Much love to Blake, the heartbeat of Gene's heart. Prayerfully, BM
April 14, 2018
My condolences to the family, He was a great beautician.
Clara Elaine Lacey
Delia Koen Smith
April 14, 2018
Words cannot express how I feel. We lost one of the greatest Stylist, Designer and Teacher in the world! Geno introduced to me the world of beauty on a higher level. I learned so much from him. Great Teacher! Rest in Heaven!! I can hear him now saying, " I'm good y'all". Love you forever Geno! You were so special! You spoke what you wanted and I witnessed how it would come to pass. An Awesome and Great Man of God. Thank you for believing in me! God bless Paula and their family.
Brenda Melvin
April 14, 2018
There is so much good, so many anecdotes, can be told about Gene. He could be as a city known to experience all four seasons in a single day. He, definitely, was an extraordinary hair artist - but he also had a brilliant mind. I will miss knowing he is somewhere in the world. Godspeed my friend. Much love to you, Paula - so dear, such a champion. Thank you from Gene and all of us from "back in the day." And, much love to Blake, the heartbeat of Gene's heart. Prayerfully, BM
Charles Etta Silad
April 14, 2018
My condolences to the family. I cant think of my high school years in Jackson, MS without the fond memories of Saturdays at Le Chic Salon before Jackson State football games. Geno was a master of blow dried hair back in the day. RIP
Sheila Lewis
April 13, 2018
REST IN PARADISE!
MANY ARE CALLED BUT VERY FEW ARE CHOSEN!
You will always be my #1HAIRSTYLIST!
SHEILANN LEWIS!!
Cynthia Lee
April 13, 2018
My heart is heavy but I know my friend is at peace...gone but never forgotten
Deborah Jenkins
April 13, 2018
My deepest sympathy for the family and friends of Geno Evans, one of the best hair stylist ever!
Nanette(Nette) Mallard
April 13, 2018
Geno,you gave me my start in the business. I learned so much from you....especially how to get paid. I still hear you saying,"All money is not good money...some peoples money is just to hard to make". I still hold to that creed today. Thank-you so much for giving me my start. Gone,but you will NEVER be forgotten.Rest on my brother...rest on.
Donna Watts
April 13, 2018
Rest in Heaven Geno , You will be missed , thank you for showing me back in the 80s how beautiful my hair could be with so much body. I remember those deep laughs you had while working in the Salon. My sincere condolences to your family and close friends. Your death touches my heart ❤
Cherron Williams
April 13, 2018
Geno was a Icon in Jackson, Ms... I was a regular at the tender age of 15! I was bouncing and behaving in high school! His Hand's were truly Blessed. He is and will alway's be apart of the Hair Industry. I am so thankful that he choose Jackson,Ms. to showcase one his many talent's and share what hair and fashion was on a higher level. He will be truely missed but never forgotten! I remember him finishing your cut and saying.... Close your eye's and fill those jaw's up and blow all the traces of hair out of your face! Lol ... Fly High Geno!! ~ love Cherron Patton Williams
James Brazil
April 13, 2018
Geno, may You and God watch and protect over your family. I smile because you lived and brought so much joy to everyone you met! We had so much fun traveling together working. Prayers for healing and strength for your family! ❤
Joanna Smith-Stephens
April 13, 2018
RIH Geno
Linda Smith
April 13, 2018
As one of Genos long-time clients, he will be truly missed.
Juanita Brooks
April 13, 2018
Love ❤U Geno"Rest in power
Felicia Barnes-O'Neal
April 13, 2018
As a beauty supply outside sales person, I enjoyed engaging with Geno. He was a wonderful, humble business man.
Ronda Smith
April 12, 2018
Still in Shock about the news of your passing!!! My First Bussiness Partner. You will be missed my Friend and My Brother!! You have definitely left Your Stamp here on earth!!! I'll continue to keep Paula and Blake and the family in Prayer!! Rest Well!!!
With Sincere Love
Ronda Smith
Joyce Adams
April 12, 2018
Geno will be greatly missed in the beauty industry! We worked for Mizani...
Jazmin Ervin
April 12, 2018
Geno I am going to miss you! I will always remember your big smile and your great sense of humor
Kimberly Moore
April 12, 2018
Rest in Heaven, Geno. You will be truly missed. Kimberly Moore
Gwen Harmon
April 11, 2018
Rest in heaven my friend you will be missed. Gwen Harmon
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