John Dennis Evans

John Dennis Evans, age 79, of Butler, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025.
Born on March 14, 1945, in Butler, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Sadlak) Evans.
Dennis graduated from Butler High School and attended Grove City College. After College, Dennis enlisted in the United States Navy during the height of The Vietnam War. He did two tours of duty on Aircraft Carrier The Coral Sea and the Shangri-La and always said, being on the deck of an aircraft carrier watching jets land and take off was unforgettable. After his Service to Our Country, he worked as a welder for AK Steel for 33 years. Dennis was a kind and loving soul who loved being surrounded by those close to him. He was compassionate and harbored a great sense of humor. He enjoyed cigars, music, golf, and watching football. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.
Dennis leaves behind to cherish his memory of his loving wife of 42 years, Bernadette (Vavro) Evans; his sons, Nathan Vavro (Tammy) and Tyler Evans; his grandson, Oliver Dennis; his siblings, Tom (Linda) Evans, Karen (Peter) Haaren and his niece Tara to whom he was very close.
The Family would like to thank the VNA Hospice and Butler VA for the compassionate care they gave Dennis and his Family.
Family and friends will be received from 2:00 P.M. until the service with full military honors at 4:00 P.M. on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Boylan Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 856 Evans City Rd., Renfrew, PA 16053.
Dennis will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies at a later date.