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JONATHAN EVANS Obituary

Jonathan S. Evans, age 23, of Leawood, KS, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2010.  Jonathan was a graduate of Blue Valley High School and graduated from KU in May 2010 earning a Bachelor's Degree in Geography.  Jonathan enjoyed attending athletic events and was, of course, a fan of the KU Jayhawks.  He served as the assistant coach for the KU Lacrosse Club.  He loved the outdoors, especially the mountains. He enjoyed snow skiing, fishing, and other activities with his friends and family.  Jonathan was a member of First Baptist Church of Raytown in Raytown, MO.  He was preceded in death by his father, Stephen M. Evans, in 2004.  Survivors include his mother, Theresa Evans; sister, Andrea Evans, both of Leawood, KS; and his grandmother, Barbara Crane, of Springfield, MO; as well as loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.  Funeral services will be Monday, July 19, at 10 a.m., at the First Baptist Church of Raytown, 10500 E. 350 Hwy., Raytown, MO 64138.  Visitation will be Sunday, July 18, from 6-8 p.m., at the church.    In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the youth ministry at FBC Raytown or the American Cancer Society. Fond memories and condolences for the family may be left at www.johnsoncountychapel.com. (Arrangements: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Chapel, 913-451- 1860)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jul. 17, 2010.

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Linda Coffey

July 29, 2010

Theresa,
My mother( Carol Williams) shared this with me and it really broke my heart to see your family go through so much loss! Tom and I will remember you in our prayers as you and you daughter grieve at the passing of your son and daughter's brother.
We love you in Christ!
Linda and Tom Coffey

July 25, 2010

Theresa and Andrea,
We just heard this morning at church about your heart breaking loss. (All of our family were in Texas for a wedding last week end). We are so sorry and want you to know that you are in our hearts and our prayers.
Jim and Carol Williams

July 22, 2010

Theresa and Andrea, We were so saddened to hear of Jonathan's passing. This is a very hard time for you, but God will see you through it. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and you family.
Nancy Stafford and Family. (sister of Steve Cox)

July 22, 2010

Dear Theresa & Andrea, I am so sorry for the lost of your precious son and brother. Nothing in this life prepares us for the death of a love one. Steve and Jonathan contributed so much and it won't ever be forgotten by those who knew them. May God grant your family peace and bring you comfort during this difficult time . My deepest sympathy. Cynthia Greenidge (Teaneck NJ)

Gloria Fleming

July 22, 2010

Dear Theresa & Andrea, My condolences to you both, my God bless and keep you safe in his arms... Both Steve and Jon will always be in our hearts.

Chuck, Kristie & Faith Carnett

July 21, 2010

Dear Theresa and Andrea,

We are so sorry to hear about Jonathan. We can only imagine how much brighter Heaven is today with him and his Dad together again. We pray God wrap his loving arms around you both and comfort you during this time.

July 20, 2010

Dear Theresa and Andrea,
"We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Dan and Peggy Strauss (Wanaque, NJ)

Vicki Evans

July 20, 2010

No rain, No rainbows. I will miss you so much my sweet nephew. You have left a big hole in many hearts.
Aunt Vicki.

July 19, 2010

joens katie

July 19, 2010

jon,
I miss you more than anything and i feel so blessed to be such a big part of your life for such a long time. i love you more than words can explain and can not wait until the day we are reunited.

Theresa and Ann,
I hate that is has been so long and that this is way I have to see you again. I love you both with all my heart and have thought of you often over the past couple years. Steve is with Jon now and i know they are looking down on us, watching over us.I wish to see you again soon because you have both brought great joy in my life and truley are extrordinary women. Jon was blessed, he loved you both unconditionally.

Rosemarie Finneran

July 19, 2010

Dear Teresa and Andrea, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. We still think of Steve with such happy memories. God Bless you and your family.
rosemarie (roe) finneran

Jim & Earline Trimmer

July 18, 2010

Theresa and Andrea,
Our hearts go out to you and may the Lord give you special blessings of comfort and keep you in His arms. We are in Wyoming but our prayers will be with you.

Bruce, Betsy, Laura and Ellen Olson

July 17, 2010

Theresa and Andrea,

Our hearts, prayers, love and hugs go out to you both. Jonathan was a very special person in our lives and will be dearly missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Paula Phillips

July 17, 2010

Theresa & Andrea: please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve from the loss of Jonathan. I am confident in the Lord's desire to hold you and comfort you as you journey with Him to remember and rejoice in Jonathan's life.

with much love, Paula Phillips (sister of Nancy Deis)

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