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Richard G. (Dick) Evans Jr., 73, of Dallas died Friday evening, October 5, 2012, at his home.
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Richard G. Sr and Frances Evans.
Dick was a graduate of GAR High School at age 16, Class of 1956 and was a member of the marching band. He received his Bachelors Degree in Commerce and Finance from Wilkes University and attended the University of Hawaii.
Dick served his country as an Air Force Veteran.
Dick's family was the founders and former owners of WYZZ radio station where he served as Vice-President. He and his wife Mary Lou were the founding partners of Sew Fine Draperies and Interiors.
Dick was a member of the Irem Temple Shrine, Dallas Lions Club; a board member of the Back Mountain Library and Auction, and a board member of the Luzerne Merchants Association and a member of the Newberry Home Owners Association.
Surviving are his Wife the former Mary Lou McKeown, Dallas; Son, Dr. Richard Evans III and his wife Cheryl, Lewisberry, Daughter Susan Naperkowski and Husband Mark, Ashley; Son, Robert J. Evans, Eagan Minnesota; Son, Justyn Newman and Wife Tanya, Spring Hill, Florida; Brother; Robert L. Evans and Wife Mary Ann, Wilkes-Barre; Grandchildren; Arianne, Patrick and Oliva Evans; Mark, Erica and Ryan Naperkowski; Andrew, Caroline and Matthew Evans and Justyn Newman Jr., Nephews and Nieces; and Dick's "Best Friend" Magic.
Dick had a great passion for his family and friends; he loved music, food and golf and had fond memories of his travels to Hawaii and Antigua.
The family gives special thanks to Dr. Patrick Kilduff and Dr.David Greenwald and associates and the kind nurses from Erwine Hospice and Home Health and last but not least, Dr. Calese, his "Guardian Angel."
A Life Celebration for Dick will be announced.
Memorial donations if desired may be made to Back Mountain Library Association. 'ALOHA MY DICK'
Arrangements are entrusted to the Corcoran Funeral Home Inc. Plains. Online condolences may be made to www. corcoranfuneralhome.com www.pennlive.com/obits
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Michelle Higgins
October 20, 2012
Mary Lou
May God bless you at this time...our family is praying not only for comfort to you, but a peaceful spirit too. We had many good times with you and Dick and those memories last a lifetime! Now you can have all the chocolate you want my friend!!!!
Carolyn Mair
October 13, 2012
Hi Mary Lou,
I was so sad to receive the email from the ladies at Sew Fine yesterday. I'm thiking of you during this difficult time and hope your many fond memories of Dick are a comfort.
With sympathy,
Carolyn Mair
Thibaut Inc
Calvin Straub
October 12, 2012
Sorry to learn of his end to life. He will be missed. I was employed at WYZZ for 12 years as a studio engineer.
October 12, 2012
Mary Lou, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and team. On behalf of everyone at ADO fabrics we send our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely,
Glenn Mull
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October 12, 2012
Mary Lou,
My sincere condolences to you and your family. Dick willl be in my prayers,
Sincerely,
Terri McCole
Kasmir Fabrics
October 12, 2012
Mary Lou, I am so sorry to learn of Dicks death. My prayers are with you and your family. Avis Rubin
Guy & Pat Giordano
October 10, 2012
Mary Lou, we are so sorry to hear about Dick's passing. What a wonderful person to have been fortunate to know. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Guy(Buzz)& Pat Giordano
Judi and Kevin
October 10, 2012
So sorry for your loss our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Susan Hintze
October 10, 2012
Dear Mary Lou,
I am so sorry to hear about Dick. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
I have many memories from our Church Street days.
May God Bless you.
October 9, 2012
Mary Lou, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We will miss seeing Dick, he was a great guy with a good sense of humor. Were sorry for your loss. The Medicine Shoppe Luzerne
Margie & Steve Newman
October 9, 2012
Dear MaryLou and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God give you the strength and courage to carry you through; may your memories bring a smile to your face. God Bless
October 9, 2012
MaryLou, Tony and I were so sorry to hear about Dick. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Love Roxanne and Tony Santey
Laurie Kehler
October 9, 2012
Mary Lou my thoughts are with you and your family at these most difficult times. Dick will be remember by many for his outstanding qualities and jovality. Please take care.
Andrea Miritello
October 9, 2012
On behalf of all our your friends at Tentina we send our deepest sympathies.
Richard was a great guy who will be missed. With love, Andrea
October 9, 2012
Mary Lou and Family,
We are thinking of you at this
difficult time and offer our deepest
sympathy.
Nick and Jane Magda
Barbara Smith
October 8, 2012
Mary Lou & Family:
Our sincere sympathy to everyone. We will never forget all the good times we had with you and Dick. I am sure God had a fresh loaf of bread for Dicks arrival in heaven. May all the happy memories of him give you comfort at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.
Love to All
Barbara & Jimmy Smith
Alan & Tiffany Fox
October 8, 2012
Mary Lou- Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Rena and John Rothschild
October 8, 2012
Rena and I will miss seeing him in our usual haunts. We really admired his and your strength and perseverance in the face of overwhelming adversity.
October 8, 2012
Mary Lou and family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dick. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marcy (Gilbert)Earls
Shirley Gavlick
October 7, 2012
Mary Lou, So sorry to hear about your
husband. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
October 7, 2012
We have lost a good man. Dick was a good friend. God Bless.
Reed & Sally Thomas
Sally Lutz
October 7, 2012
Mary Lou, I was so sorry to hear about your husband. My prayers are with you.
miss pride
October 7, 2012
Mary lou and family
may your husband rest peacefully
i know the journey is difficult
gods peace
ruth knighton
October 7, 2012
MaryLou, my deepest sympathy,ruth mitchell knighton GAR class of 56.
Paula Fullerton
October 7, 2012
Dick was part of our life from before the day he drove us in our wedding until just now. We miss him already. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary Lou and all of the children and grandchildren. I know Dick is watching us all, laughing at our antics, and still offering his comments on what we say and do!
Debby Harbay
October 7, 2012
Mary Lou & Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Dick. I remember so many years ago his kindness and sense of humor.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom
October 7, 2012
No matter how we sow and reap
The end of all is endless sleep
From strife a merciful release
From life the crowning prize of Peace
Vaya con dios amigo,until we drink again
Forever your devastated friend,
Tom.
Kenneth Brophy
October 7, 2012
Whenever I saw Dick, Mary Lou's Dick, I knew that I was in the company of 'good people'- friendship, knowledge, sarcasm, laughter and honesty were, in my opinion, what he wore to life's dance. The world is now a much smaller place. My best to Mary Lou and all of his family.
Cathy@John Shaskas
October 7, 2012
Mary Lou my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,Dick was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
Richard Savoy
October 7, 2012
Mary Lou my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.I am so sorry for your loss..
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