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Robert J. "Red" Evans

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Evans, Robert J. "Red" Passed peacefully on Jan. 10, 2010, in Wilmington, NC, at the age of 92. Formerly of Wauwatosa. Preceded in death by late wife Ruth. Survived by loving wife Vel, sister Marian, sister-in-law Katherine, children Carol (Dave Nicholson), Robert Evans Jr., Ann (Tom Tennyson) and Jane Krenz (Tom Hickinbotham), 6 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was a published poet, author, barbershopper (SPEBSQUA), Army veteran, local businessman, and the best father, grandfather, and great-grandfather you could ask for. In 1948, he founded Evans Mattress and Furniture, a local family business for 60 years. Memorial will be held on Sat., Jan. 23, at St. Jude the Apostle Church, 734 Glenview, Wauwatosa. Visitation at 10 AM, service at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 20, 2010.

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Cathy Luling

January 26, 2010

Ann, Jeff, Kristin and families. So sorry to hear of "Grandpa Evans" passing. It was a pleasure to have met him. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. Cathy

January 20, 2010

My Prayers are with Ann,Bob, and Jane.Red was a dear friend for many years.And I kept in contact with him until the end.He was one of a kind and he will be missed by all. He had such a profound in pack on so many people.Rest in Peace my dear friend.
Sincerly, Maureen & Harry Wikel

January 20, 2010

my sincere synpathy I am the wife of one of Harrys army buddies I am Anne Lund of Harshaw Wis. I saw Harrys death notice and sent a card. I was going to find out where Jan was . I knew that she was in a nursing home. I am truly sorry.

Johanna Koszewa

January 20, 2010

Dear Ann and Evans Family,

Our condolences and sympathy are extended to you. Although we never knew your father personally, Ann and I were classmates as well as being only 1 day apart in age. I know you were very close to your father, Ann, especially with the family business. May all the wonderful, fun, memories bring the entire family comfort at this time.

Jo (Lueck) and Bernie Koszewa

Bill Irvine

January 13, 2010

Bob Evans entertained as a singer and composer of musical parodies at local and regional nursing homes for many years. He had an extensive repertoire of "old time" popular songs, and he would alternate these with humorous recitations.

An accomplished mimic, Bob could give an excellent imitation of one of his idols, Jimmy Durante.

Bob was also the author ol a successful weekly newpaper column, whcih featured both funny and sentimental reminiscences.

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