MEGAN EVANS Obituary

EVANS, Megan Age 61, of Andover, loving mother, daughter, sister and beloved pediatrician, whose patients remember her passion, humor, and decades long service in caring for sick children and their parents, passed unexpectedly on Sunday, January 9. Born and raised in Reading, MA to Eris (Porterfield) White and Nathan C. White, she earned a Bachelor's degree from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, followed by an MD from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth in Hanover, NH. She then joined the United States Air Force as a physician and was stationed at Lakenheath Air Force Base in England alongside her former husband, with whom she had two daughters. She and her family moved back to the States and eventually settled in Andover, MA, where she raised her children. Dr. Evans loved children and felt privileged as a pediatrician to care for them and their families during times of need. She found deep fulfillment in the decades long connections she developed with her patients and their families. She practiced for many years at Mystic Valley Pediatrics in Medford, MA, before moving in 2009 to Woburn and North Andover Pediatric Associates in North Andover, MA. Many of her patients followed her to North Andover, and she cherished watching so many of the patients she cared for grow into adults with children of their own. Dr. Evans loved tennis, paddle, cycling, her French bulldogs, and as anyone who knew her would tell you her two daughters, of whom she was inordinately proud. Her updates on their accomplishments, recited frequently to friends, family members, patients, neighbors and Uber drivers — were never short. She also treasured her role as a mentor with the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence, MA. Dr. Evans is survived by her daughters, Gillian and Hilary Evans, and their partners (Lucy Mueller and Knut Kirchoff, respectively); her mother, Eris White of Reading, MA; three brothers, Keith, Jonathan and Jeffrey White; her former spouse Doug Evans; countless friends; and two beloved and well fed French bulldogs, Edgar and Claude. Visiting Hours: A Memorial Service will be held for family and friends. For information about the Service, please visit RememberingMeganEvans.com In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to: the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence, MA.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 21 to Jan. 23, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for MEGAN EVANS

8 Entries

Kim Frithsen & family

June 15, 2022

Dr. Megan Evans was our children's Pediatrician since our children were born 8 years ago and I learned today of her passing. At one point our infant boys, 13 months apart began having frequent ear infections and my husband and I would be there it seemed like every Friday last appointment each week. She would call us the dynamic duo and always made sure to see us directly anytime she could and quickly recommended a specialist and tubes; which cured the issue. We are so grateful for the care you have shown our family over the past 8 years. Megan showed compassion and a kindness and realness that was refreshing; she even remembered my own health challenges and would ask about them at our children's well check ups each year. She will be missed and my condolences to her family and friends. - Frithsen Family North Reading, MA

Connie Wilson

February 3, 2022

Because Megan was the youngest of 27 cousins, I didn't get to know her. I would have been almost in Junior High school when she was born. But I do remember a WHITE family reunion in 2003 in CT when she came and I briefly met Gillian and Hillary. I remember a sweet, lovely young woman. I have no doubt she will be greatly missed by her family, friends and patients. When she was in High School she did a White family genealogy for which I have been most grateful. In fact I had hoped to connect with her to see if she knew more details. I ask our Heavenly Father to demonstrate his loving comfort to her family and friends. This has certainly been a sad time for all. Cousin -Connie Ellis Wilson in Colorado

Sam

January 25, 2022

Condolences to your family Megan. I have missed seeing you at the Boys and Girls Club! You were an amazing, sweet, smart, the list goes on and on, person! I will miss you more than you will ever know! See you again one day

Leanne Shafner & Ray Adams

January 24, 2022

We are next door neighbors of Megan´s and are shocked and saddened to learn of this news. We only recently started getting to know Megan after she moved in next door. When she moved in, she was instantly friendly & outgoing and was always neighborly with a wave or a Hello holler across the drive. We were happy to have such a pleasant and friendly neighbor and will really miss having her as our kind neighbor and friend. Much sympathy and sending love to Megan´s family and loved ones.

Jessica Borges

January 23, 2022

Dr Evans was an amazing human. Our family was blessed to have her as our childs pediatrician. Her caramelo she called him. You will truly be missed.

Jmk

January 22, 2022

I knew you originally as Dr. Evans, my children's doctor.
We loved you. All of us. There was something genuine and grounding that we immediately recognized. And selfishly I knew I wanted to be friends with you.
Several years later, it happened naturally (I refrained from asking directly, because is it appropriate to ask your child's doctor if they want to hang out after you discuss their immunization print outs for school). I was lucky enough to cross paths with you in a charity circle.
I feel so incredibly lucky to have had the luck to have met such a fun, smart, caring, fun and funny (you are hilarious!) person.
My deep sympathies to your family. My heart weeps.

Liz Bardetti

January 22, 2022

Heartfelt condolences to Megan´s beloved family, friends, coworkers and patients! We saw her many times at NA Pedi and are so grateful for her care and wisdom! I saw Megan at a spin class on January 8, where she was friendly, fit and kicking butt, as always.

Lauren Sweeney

January 21, 2022

Dr Evans was a wonderful human. I loved every minute working with her at North Andover Pedi. She will be missed!

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