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for Terence Evans
Natalie Greene
August 24, 2011
Kelly,
I read about your father's passing in the Washington Post. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I remember meeting him when he came to DC when we worked together. I remember him being a kind, generous and funny man - and the first federal judge to break bread with me.
I have thought of you fondly over the years and remember the warm collegial bond we shared while working for the US Congress. I am still in DC.
Warmly,
Natalie C. Greene
Tamara Mielke
August 22, 2011
I'm so blessed to meet Terry and Joan before he was sick. We learned alot of history from Terry. It was exciting to see pictures from relatives we didn't even know. I'm so Glad my mom Sally called and arranged a lunchen with Terry and Joan. It was the best lunch I ever had. Thank you so much for the memory I have of the family. I still can hear his voice telling storys of the past. He will be missed.
Tamara Mielke (Vancouver WA)
Mike and Rose Zaffiro
August 21, 2011
Dearest Joan,
How devastated we were to hear about Terry. We learned of his passing while out of town. How shocked and saddened we are. Our hearts go out to you and your children. Our community has lost a great man. Terry was not only the epitomy of a brilliant, honest, dedicated, fair, and compassionate man, but comedic too! He knew the secret to a well-lived life and left his mark. He will be sorrowfully missed by so many.
Please tell David how sorry we are!
Joan, what will stay with me forever when I think of Terry and you, is through all the years I waited on you I felt like I was in the company of a couple on their first date. No matter how many years had passed,the two of you still held hands, always looked into one another's eyes, laughed and were so playful. I can still picture your smiles and the sparkles in your beautiful eyes. You were so attentive to one another. He adored you, and I know you felt the same. It was very special to be witness to the love you had shared for another.
This memory will forever remain in my heart!
Terry is known for his outstanding judicial presence, but I knew the man who was a loving husband,a devoted father and a kind friend.
I look forward to seeing you at the restaurant again. Please let us know if we can help you in anyway.
His memory will live on forever.
Our Prayers are with you,always
Jane Miles past bldg. mgr.
August 20, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
August 19, 2011
To Judge Evans and family
Judge Evans was a great customer at Real Chili Restarant. We will miss his friendly smile and kind heart. He will truely be missed. We will serve up a bowl of "Chili Mac with Cheese" in your honor -
From waitress Mickey(Helfer)Jicha
And all of the gang here at Real Chili ~ God Bless,
Real Chili
419 E. Wells St.
Milwaukee
Mickey Jicha
August 19, 2011
To Judge Evans and family
Judge Evans was a great customer at Real Chili Restarant. We will miss his friendly smile and kind heart. He will truely be missed. We will serve up a bowl of "Chili Mac with Cheese" in your honor -
From waitress Mickey(Helfer)Jicha
And all of the gang here at Real Chili ~ God Bless,
Real Chili
419 E. Wells St.
Milwaukee
Doris Vincent
August 19, 2011
My sincere sympathy to Terry's family and friends. I have fond memories of him from high school and college days, and although I haven't seen him in many years, I'll miss his being among us. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
August 18, 2011
Unfortunately bad news travels. We just learned today of Terry's untimely passing. Please accept our condolences for this great loss to family, friends and the community. He will be missed by so many people who's lives he touched.
Bonnie and Mark Sumner Woodland Park CO
Sandra B
August 17, 2011
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
August 16, 2011
Good bye...until we meet again.
Franklin
Kate Kerner
August 16, 2011
Joan, my condolences to you and your family.
Dad remembers, before Terry and his mother moved to Riverwest, he and Aunt Jean, after she divorced, moved back in with Grandma, Uncle Roy and Dad. For almost sixteen years they all helped raise Terry. Dad remembers how it was his "job" to take Terry for walks around the block to "get him out of Jean's hair" for a while, and how Uncle Roy would get up early every Sunday morning to help Terry deliver the Sunday paper. They all lived on very little back then, especially during the war, but they were with Terry all the way.
They were all proud of what Terry accomplished.
August 15, 2011
My sympathy to the family. I was shocked to hear of his passing. He was a super guy. I knew him from golf and enjoyed playing with him. I will miss him and I know all the guys golfing will be missing him also. He was a great guy to just "yak" with. Rich Luczkowski Grant Park
Kathryn Rand
August 15, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Judge Evans' passing, and the resulting loss to the legal profession, the federal bench, and to all of us who appreciate the Judge's contributions and commitment to our justice system. He will be remembered, and he will be missed.
Barbara Fritschel
August 15, 2011
Please accept my sympathies. Judge Evans was a warm, kind, and wise man. I am honored to have had the chance to get to know him. He will be greatly missed.
Larry Jost
August 15, 2011
To the family of Terry,
I practiced law in Milwaukee for 39 years before I retired and knew Terry most of those years. We often had laughs together because we looked enough alike that we were mistaken for each other. In fact one day I walked into a circuit court room when a trial before another judge was in progress, waiting for a recess so I could get the judge to sign an order in a different matter. The judge, whom I did not know well at all, stopped the trial and waived me up to the bench---when I got there he said: "You are not Judge Evans!". When I later told Terry that story he had a great laugh about it and told me it was too bad that I was saddled through life with his looks.
He was a good and wonderful man with a terrific wit and sense of humor and I, along with many many others, will miss him.
Jan Olson
August 14, 2011
The world is poorer because Terrence Evans' light has gone out. He added to the beauty of this planet. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Lila Rosenthal
August 14, 2011
Dear Mrs Evans and family,
I am so sorry for this untimely loss. Though I only met him a few times, I remember a man who was wise and kind. My parents have spoken highly of working with him and I know this is a loss for the greater Milwaukee-Chicago community and the entire judicial system. May his memory bring you joy forever.
Sincerely,
Lila Rosenthal
Alice Keane
August 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of deep loss. My memories of Terry are of a man guided by kindness of spirit and blessed with a wonderful sense of humor.
Floyd Tambellini
August 14, 2011
My condolences to the Evans Family and all of the people who will miss him. Terry was the first friend I made in the early days at Riverside HS in September of "54". Although our lives took different paths; we shared a common bond from some 55 years ago. I've always had a soft spot in my heart for Terry. He will be missed but remembered. The candle reflects Terry's inner light reserved for his family and friends.
Floyd T.
Sandy Sorce-Cambria
August 14, 2011
My memories of Terry are warm and happy and 55 years old. He was a sweet, kind, and gentle young man. My sincere sympathies to the family.
August 14, 2011
Joan, Carmella and I are sorry for your loss. As you know, the 'Judge' showed an interest in me that has been precious and priceless in my life. We are here for you and the children. Ulice.
August 14, 2011
Dear family. I was very saddened to hear of Terry's passing. We grew up together and enjoyed many fun times. He was so funny and kind. I was able to spend some time visiting at the high school reunion. He sure never lost that wonderful sense of humor. Through the years my mother would send me newspaper articles about him. My deepest sympathy to you at the loss of a very nice man.
Sandy (Loveless) Sweeny, Rice Lake.
Mitchell Ost
August 13, 2011
Joan,
Your loss is our loss too. You and your family will be on our minds and in our prayers.
Mitch and Sonny Ost
Mia Peterson
August 13, 2011
To Evans family and friends, it is a sad loss. I have met Judge Evans on a field trip to chicago. He was nice enough to let the class sit in his chair and show us what he did. And he thought it was funny when i said the bears were guilty. It is very sad to hear that he has passed away. He is in a better place and he will be missed. My teacher (Ms.Bailey) knew him and she will miss him, too. God bless Judge Evans
August 13, 2011
Dear Joan and family, our sympathy and prayers to you. My parents (the O'Neills) always spoke of how nice you were to them at the MU games! Maureen and Bill
August 13, 2011
The Lord is full of compaasion and mercy,
slow to anger and of great goodness.
As a father he's tender towards his
children-so is the lord tender to those
with fear for he knows of what we are
made.May God bless Terry and his loving
family.
Ralph Wettstein.
Mathew Nowak
August 13, 2011
It was a pleasure to serve as an officer of the court under such a wonderful man. From the moment I was first introduced to Judge Evans he was kind, warm and could make you laugh in an instant. Good luck on your journey, Judge. God bless.
Howard Fuller
August 13, 2011
Terry & I attended high school during the same time. He was a fantastic runner. I remember running cross country against him over by Riverside and he passed me twice on the same hill because I never quite made it up that hill:-). We would run into each other over the years and talk about the "good old days." I will always remember him as a warm, caring, unassuming person. This community has benefitted greatly from the fact that he use his immense talents for the greater good while maintaining his love for people and this city. May this good and decent man Rest In Peace. Howard Fuller
August 13, 2011
Dear Joan,
I just saw you and Terry in April and you both seemed so well. What a loss and shock this is. Life is certainly a mystery. Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ann Reilly. Oconomowoc, Wi
Gary Conte
August 13, 2011
Gary just recieved the news about Terry's passing and wishes to extend sincerest sympathy. He was a great highschool friend and we have very fond memories of this time together. We offer our deepest sympathy to the family.
Jeff Moriarty
August 13, 2011
Joan:
I am so sorry to hear of Terry's untimely passing. Always a nice person with a real sense of fairness may he now rest in peace. My prayers go out to you and yours at this sad time in your lives.
August 13, 2011
The Zweben family sends sincere condolences to the Evans family.
Aviva & Allen Zweben
New York City
John Sieger
August 12, 2011
Our thoughts are with Terry's family and close friends who treasured him. Too sudden and too sad, he was a wonderful man.
Tom Parris
August 12, 2011
I first met Terry when he was a Freshman at Marquette. He was a nice young kid who could really run. We usually disagreed on politics; but Terry remained one of the nicest people that I ever met. The last few times we met, Terry was enjoying himself at Zaffiro's Pizza on Farwell... at "home" in his "neighborhood". Those of us who had the chance to know Terry were influenced to emulate his concern for others.
Patti O'Dell Dooley
August 12, 2011
Today my uncle, Richard Lucas, was telling me of a classmate of his that passed away. As my uncle continued talking about him as a high school boy it occurred to me that Judge Evans children were classmates of mine and his wife, my teacher. Fond memories from several generations. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
Richard Lucas & Patti O'Dell Dooley
Robert Spahn
August 12, 2011
Terry was my attorney in the late 60's. Lost him to the bench. What a great human being. Prayers and warmest thoughts to his family.
Teri Kenning
August 12, 2011
Joan,
I cannot believe it was less than 2 months ago we were having lunch with you and Terry. Our hearts are truly saddened and are praying for you and your entire family. May God comfort you at this time.
Teri Kenning (Sally Pichler's daughter)
Bob Hetzelq
August 12, 2011
So many fond boyhood memories of races at Bradford beach and winter SnowBowl games in Washington Park. With love and affection from India. Bob Hetzel
JoAnn Wolf
August 12, 2011
Joan..My thoughts, prayers and sincere sympathies to you and your family. I will always remember how warm and loving Terry was to David after Sam died. When I told him of Terry's passing her was so saddened. Your both were wonderful supportive neighbors. Terry will be greatly missed.
August 12, 2011
From the Brad Bilgo family, I was married in his chambers. He was my friend and I looked up to him with the most respect, please accept our deepest felt loss. An Exellent family man.
Winnie Huebsch
August 12, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Terry's passing. I have such wonderful memories of a vibrant and charming man who brightened many a party in my younger days. I followed his career with great joy. He lived a full, rich and splendid life, and will be sorely missed by colleagues and friends. He was a greatly admired man, and a fair and honest jurist. My sincerest sympathies to the Evans family.
Sandy Sorce/Cambria
August 12, 2011
My memories of Terry may be 55 years old but, they are warm, happy and sweet memories. I even wore his letter sweater for two days...just to tease another girl for him! You will be remembered..you were a special man.
Gerald Majewski
August 12, 2011
Joan, Bonnie and I just got the word about Terry and we will remember him in our prayers. Enjoyed the times we got together at our HS Reunions....As I told Terry, if you ever want to get away, you are welcome here anytime....TC and keep smiling...just me...BigGer class of 58....
August 12, 2011
Sweet dreams sweet Terry.
Sande S. Skinner
August 12, 2011
Joan: I'm glad Betsy had a chance to meet Terry when we had our reunion three years ago, given how much she had heard about him over the years, despite it having been 48 years since I last saw him at Marquette. We're deeply saddened for you, Christine and the rest of your family realizing how devastating the loss for you is. Our prayers are with you. I'm grateful we made the effort to gather for our 50th and to have had the opportunity to realize that one of my closest friends from MU days hadn't changed very much nor lost his sense of values despite a career of successes that helped mark him as a special person.
Mike (and Betsy) Flynn (Seattle)
Lauri Rollings
August 12, 2011
Joan, David, Christine and Kelly,
Please accept my deepest and heart-felt condolences. Judge Evans was kind enough to hire me as one of his law clerks and I had the pleasure of serving him from 2001 to 2002. During that time and in the years after, I grew to love and respect him because of his kindness and unfailing good humor. Although he was unquestionably a brilliant and committed judge, it was clear that his family was the light of his life. The most vivid memories I have of him are of the twinkle in his eye when he would relate the latest adorable remark Olivia or one of the other grandchildren had made.
In the years since my clerkship, the Judge remained a role model and friend to me. I will miss him terribly, as I know you will. I am simply grateful that I was able to know such a great man.
With deepest sympathy,
Lauri Rollings (nee Schumacher)
Bob and Susan Friebert
August 12, 2011
Susan and I cannot begin to express our shock and sorrow. Terry is irreplaceable. He has been our friend for over 40 years. He was never changed by his lofty positions. This is a great loss to all of us.
August 12, 2011
I was a student at North High when Judge Evans taught there.We all have teachers that you never forget no matter how long its been since you last saw them.I am truly sorry to hear of his death.He will be missed dearly. Thomas Kendricks,Jr class of 1964
Nancy Robrahn
August 12, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I met Judge Evans in 1976 when my ex-husband decided to keep our children. Judge Evans resided over the first, early hearing and requested the right to be the judge through the whole process. I didn't find out until it was over that I was the first open lesbian who ever went to court for her children in Wisconsin. Judge Evans decision was so well written and I did come home with my children. I never forgot about him. He was kind, funny and compassionate. You and your family are in my prayers.
August 12, 2011
Dear Joan and Family,
Judy and I would like to express our deepest condolences upon hearing of Terry's untimely passing and knowledge of the severity of his medical issues. The last time I spoke to Terry was when he called me and asked about the success of my hip replacement because he was considering having the same procedure. Terry and I go all the way back to Riverside High School when we ran track and cross-country together, He was instumental in getting me a track scholarship to Marquette. I will miss his friendship and never forget our relationship. My prayers and heart go out to you and your family at this time.
Love,
George Menos
Ina Tabak
August 12, 2011
Dear Joan, Although I've been away from Milwaukee for so long, after family, Terry has always been my favorite person. I've always appeciated his advice, caring, and sensitivity during those times I needed it and years after. I am so saddened and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
August 12, 2011
All the best to the Evans family. May the God of all comfort be with you.
Jane Harris
August 12, 2011
You don't know me, but 22 years go, my soon-to-be husband I were waiting for our Friday night wedding to start at the Milwaukee Athletic Club. It became apparent that our scheduled judge was a no-show. Unable to reach that judge, an attorney friend placed a call to Terry Evans. No questions asked, he came in from yard work on the Friday night of Memorial Day weekend, took a quick shower and performed a wedding at the last minute for someone he didn't know. A very special memory.
Amy Rich
August 12, 2011
To Joan, David, Christine and Kelley- I am so deeply sorry for your loss.Though the time that I spent with you and "T", was short, I can honestly say, your family's love was inspiring and I will never forget you. Your loss is heartbreaking and I am so sorry for your pain. You are in my heart and prayers. - Amy Rich,RN.
August 12, 2011
I met Judge Evans on a few occasions. He was a kind soul. Rest in peace, Judge Evans. And to his family, know that he was loved.
Dianne Caliva, RPR
August 12, 2011
Dear Joan,
My family joins me in sending our condolences to you and your family.
You are all in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Sandra Paap (Shorewood, WI)
August 12, 2011
"But after YOU have suffered a little while, the God of all underserved kindness....will himself.... make YOU firm, he will make YOU strong." 1Peter 5:10. Family always trust in God, for he is 'making all things new' no more death, we will be able to enjoy perfect life on a paradise earth.
Peter Young
August 12, 2011
I only know Terence Evans through what I have read of him, but that was enough for me to know that he was my kind of judge--and that those who were his friends were fortunate indeed. My condolences to his family and to all those who loved him.
Judges John and Jean DiMotto
August 12, 2011
Joan: Jean and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of Terry. He was one of the finest persons we have ever known. He was a model for what a judge should be: intellectually honest, down to earth, caring, very human and a mentor to us and our judicial colleagues. He will be sorely missed by everyone who ever had the good fortune to make his acquaintance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vincent Lyles
August 12, 2011
Judge you will be missed by a lot of people. Not the least of those are folks like myself who you befriended as a young lawyer. I enjoyed hearing your stories, appreciated your interest in my career, my family and my life. All of our lives will be less full without Terry Evans.
Henryk Zaleski
August 12, 2011
Rest in peace.
larry Smith
August 12, 2011
Rest in peace!
Always Among Friends...Farewell Terry!
Jason Gerlach
August 12, 2011
R Golay
August 11, 2011
To the the family of Terence Evans - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Larry Giantomas
August 11, 2011
I met Terry when we were Freshman at Marquette.. we had several classes together and I also liked to run and he was a good runner . I then lived at 17th and Wis and Terry often came to my apt to study and have a bite to eat.. he was a wonderful fellow.. My deepest sympathy .. I later became a dean at Marquette ( 1964-1974 and he used to visit me.. he was a judge and I was so proud of him
Matt Plummer
August 11, 2011
I am a new lawyer who never had the privilege of meeting Judge Evans. However, from first semester of my 1L year until now, I had a daily ritual of visiting the 7th Circuit web site hoping that I could enjoy my lunch while reading a just-released Evans' opinion. He was my favorite jurist because no matter how complex or mundane the issues at hand, Judge Evans' opinions were not only enlightening, but also just plain fun to read, peppered with popular references to movies and music. I will truly miss my lunches with Judge Evans, and my heart goes out to his family and fellow jurists.
Victoria&Andrew VZj
August 11, 2011
Our condolences
Terence Evans
power of a written
Law of order
In memory of Terence Evans
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
fran smith
August 11, 2011
What a wonderfully refreshing approach to law. I would love to read some of his briefs. My husband, also an attorney, prior to his own untimely death, also had a knack for that. God Bless You, Family of Terence Evans.
fran smith
montana
Jason Gerlach
August 11, 2011
Dear Evans Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Terry was one of the greats in all aspects of life. His family, friends and the legal and Milwaukee communities are all much better off because of him. His time on earth was well spent and we'll always remember him fondly.
Jason Gerlach and Family
Encinitas, CA
Charlie Schudson
August 11, 2011
Dear Joan,
Karen and I offer you our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Tennis
August 11, 2011
It is not often that the law has humor in it.
Thank you, Judge Evans.
Bill
August 11, 2011
So sad.....RIP.
Tom Cincotta, Los Angeles, Ca
George Lawrence
August 11, 2011
Terry-you will be greatly missed. You were a shining light in a doubting society. In you the glass was always half full. My sincere sympathies to your family. -an old friend from our early law days, George Lawrence
Gary J
August 11, 2011
Truly a man who made a difference.
WE LOVE YOU LEXUS
CHINN ADELINE
August 11, 2011
I LOVE YOU LEXUS.GOD WILL TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOU.
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