John W. Evans III

John W. Evans, III passed away on Friday, February 12, 2021 at the age of 63. Beloved husband of Wendy Evans (Maher); loving step-father and dad to Tori Zuniga (Cisco), Angela Evans-Kelly (Lance), Ryan Evans, Harley Evans and the late Dean Zembower and Sarah Evans; cherished grandpop of Christopher, Giovanni, Zoë, Zane, and Zack; dear brother of Dale Evans and Danny Evans. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. John proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He has served the City of Philadelphia as a Firefighter for the past 37 years. He served on Ladder 18 and most recently on Marine Unit 1. He was a member of V.F.W. Post 832. John was a very devoted family man, who was always there for everyone. He loved spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. His interests included riding his motorcycle, working on cars, traveling, guns, hunting, fishing, camping and model trains. He enjoyed classic rock music and going to live concerts. He liked shooting darts and playing pool. He also liked to cook, bake, grill and use his smoker. He was a Philadelphia Sports fan and enjoyed going to games. He was an avid sci-fi fan, especially Star Trek, a history buff, and a fan of old westerns and black and white shows/movies. He loved to joke around and just enjoy the time he spent with his friends and family. Relatives and friends are invited to John's Life Celebration Monday, February 22nd, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, February 23rd, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and followed by his Funeral Service, 11:00 a.m., at John F. Givnish Life Celebration Home, 10975 Academy Rd., Phila. Interment Our Lady of Grace Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a donation in John's memory to the Local 22 Widow's Fund, 415 N. 5th Street, Phila., PA 19123 or to the Special Olympics at www.specialolympics.org, would be appreciated.