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Henry Evers Obituary
He was a native of Lauderdale County and a longtime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church. He was retired from Reynolds Alloys after 32 years of service.
Joe was a U.S. Army veteran of Vietnam where he received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He was a member of the St. Florian Town Council and worked as a volunteer in the St. Florian Park and for the restoration of the Buffler House. He worked in the construction of the senior center at St. Florian and was presently serving on the parish council.
Visitation will be noon-2:30 p.m. Monday, May 11, 2009, at Greenview Funeral Home. The rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. in St. Michael's Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 4 p.m. Monday by the Rev. Edward Markley O.S.B., at St. Michael's Catholic Church, with burial to follow in St. Michael's Cemetery.
Mr. Evers is survived by his wife, Sandra Evers; son, Scott Evers; daughter, Lori Pettus and husband, Wayne; son, Kevin Evers and wife, Stephanie Gist Evers; brother-in-law, Mike Baggett and wife, Malinda; three brothers; one sister; two grandchildren, Lani Pettus and Will Evers; and two special nephews, Bradley Baggett and Daniel Evers.
Pallbearers will be Adrian Eckl, Alan Eckl, Anthony Eckl, Ronald Eckl, Jerry McDaniel and Joe Eckl.
Honorary pallbearers will include Richard Eckl, Joe Kasmeier, Charlie Meyer and D.C. Behel.
Joe loved working outdoors. He enjoyed his cattle and gardening but above all enjoying good times with his family, especially his grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the restoration of the Buffler House Project, 4508 County Road 47, Florence, AL 35634 in Joe's memory.
Arrangements by Greenview Funeral Home.
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May 31, 2009
Dear Sandy,
We all miss Joe so much. He was like an older brother Mike never had & like a Grandpa to Bradley, working on the farm with him & teaching him things. For anyone lucky enough to know him, he will always be remembered for the sweet, caring man he was, always helping someone else. May God give you strength each day, knowing you'll be with him some day. We love you and are always here for you.
Mike, Malinda & Bradley
Lori Pettus
May 24, 2009
Dear Mom
You always said growing up that your
daddy, PawPaw Baggett, was our guardian angel. How blessed are we to have someone
as special as our Daddy by PawPaw's side, both looking down on us & keeping us safe. I do believe our loss is Heavens gain, and Dad is smiling down at us.
Never ever forget Lani & Monique's
"special" messages, it will always give you strength.
Mom and Dad we love you always "bigger than the sky"!!!
Love,
Wayne, Lori, & Lani Pettus
Andrea Cooper
May 23, 2009
Sandy, I love you! Anytime that you need me please feel free to call. Joe was my second daddy and it still hasn't sunk in...I love you and your family...just know that I will always be her for y'all!
Marie Evers-Muscari
May 22, 2009
Sandy--I was shocked to hear about Joe. It seems like only yesterday I was on a tractor talking to him. Telling him Jerome taught me how to drive and race on one. He said he'll have to test me out one day. He was a terrific cousin. I'll pray for him and you.
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Mary Evers
May 20, 2009
Dear Sandy I want to let you know that I thought a lot of Joe and he will be miss a lot. He was a great fellow, I hadn't seen him in a while but I remember him very well
You are in my prayers Sandy.
Kevin Kasmeier
May 20, 2009
Evers family,
Our communities loss is Heavens gain. Joe will be greatly missed in our town. God bless his family
Ed(eddie) Evers
May 19, 2009
Sandy, Just a line to let you know that Joe will always be in my heart. To me, he personified the Evers family.
p.s. check your email
Debbie Montgomery
May 14, 2009
Dear Stephanie and Kevin and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I know this is such a hard time, but the power of prayer is so awesome and God will help you thru these difficult times. Steph if you need me or just want to talk you know how to reach me. I am so sorry
Patricia Locker
May 13, 2009
Sandy and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Joe will live on in our memory as a man devoted to his family, his church, and his community. His kindness, his willingness to help, his work ethic, and his easygoing, handsome smile will always be remembered.
Joe's honorable military service and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Joe Evers set a wonderful example for each of us to follow.
Our prayers are with you,
Patricia, Elizabeth, Janie, and Mary Margaret Locker
Sherry Allen
May 13, 2009
Sandy and Family,
I was so sad to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family as you go through this time. God Bless You.
Sherry Allen
John Evers
May 11, 2009
It is hard to express the loss we all feel in the passing of Joe. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness.
John, Christie, and Ben Evers
May 11, 2009
Sandy and children,
We were so saddened to hear of your loss.
Gailon thought very highly of Joe. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gailon and Ann Holden
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