Roger Q Evans

October 20, 1934 - April 8, 2025

Roger Q. Evans, age 90, of Spring, Texas, formerly of Towanda, IL, passed away April 8, 2025. He was born October 20,1934 in Hastings, Nebraska to Edward Frank Evans and Fern Anderson Evans.

Roger graduated from Crete High School, Crete Nebraska in 1953. He was school president, Boys' State Representative, member of the Honor Society and all-conference basketball.

Following HS he enlisted in the US Navy in 1953. After boot camp in San Diego, he was stationed on Guam (VW-3) Weather Squadron for 18 months. He then reported aboard the USS Curtiss AV-4 where he participated in Operation Redwing H-bomb testing and Operation Deepfreeze to the South Pole. He received an honorable discharge September 1957.

In September of 1957. he enrolled at Doane College and later the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. After college he was employed by State Farm Insurance (Life Company) in Lincoln, Nebraska. In 1967 he was transferred to Corporate Headquarters in Bloomington, IL and eventually retired in 1996 after 34 years of service.

He is survived by his sons, David (Brenda) and Douglas Evans. grandsons Jacob (Laura), Colton and Austin (Kate), and great-grandaughter Octavia.

He was preceded in death by his parents (1972) and infant son Andrew James (1970).

Roger was an active cribbage and card player and die-hard Nebraska Husker fan. His claim to fame came when he was the Big Showcase winner on "The Price Is Right" gameshow in 2001.

"Papa" loved his grandsons dearly and was especially proud to have a great-granddaughter.

He also leaves behind his special Texas friends, Larry and Cathe, Margie and Don. A special appreciation for the staff at Cypresswood Assisted living where he resided for the past year.

Military rights and a private service will be given at Rock Island Illinois Veterans Cemetery at a future date.

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Published by The Pantagraph on Apr. 15, 2025.

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Ronnie

May 11, 2025

To Roger's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I am so sad to find out the news of his passing just today. Roger was my friend that I met a few years ago taking him to and from his treatments. He was always a kind hearted person. It was my pleasure to know him and be his friend. He will be missed.

Wayne & Myrna Miller

April 22, 2025

Rog was a very dear friend for many years. We have many happy memories of many dinners, trips, and family evenings with Rog and Joellen and his sons. Wonderful memories. Rest in Peace, Mr Price is Right!

Kathy Zehr

April 15, 2025

Dave, I´m so very sorry for your loss. I recall your dad´s beautiful smile when he visited yall! It was funny when he told the story of his Price is Right showcase especially the oriental dusty old rug!! Remembering everyone in my prayers.

Debbie C

April 15, 2025

Roger was one of my supervisors at The Farm. He was pretty awesome. RIP my friend.

Marilyn Simpson

April 15, 2025

I had the honor to have worked with Roger and then a few years later David was my supervisor.
I also was honored to have been on Roger´s invitation list for his retirement from State Farm. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him!
Much sympathy to David and all of the family!

Lauren H

April 15, 2025

I´ll always remember my summers in Illinois and the special memories we shared at Aunt Joellen and Uncle Roger´s home. Swimming in the backyard lake, Amtrak trips to Chicago and riding in the back of the sweet Sebring convertible he won on The Price is Right. I know Aunt Joellen was eagerly waiting for their reunion. RIP Uncle Roge <3

Lynn D

April 15, 2025

Roger was married to my Aunt Joellen Ladley Evans. They spent nearly 33 years together. Roger was a wonderful addition to our family and we shared many great memories together. One of my favorite was Thanksgiving hosted at their Towanda home. You will be missed Roger. You were a wonderful man.

Alexis and Mike Kalish

April 15, 2025

Roger was such a pleasure to work with - always pleasant and sporting a big smile. After he retired and moved, we enjoyed maintaining some contact with Roger through Facebook, again always pleasant and cheery.
Our condolences to his family. Wishing them comfort and peace.

Judy Atherton

April 15, 2025

Roger was my supervisor at State Farm and was definitely one of my favorite people. He was a very a very nice guy - quick to smile and had a great laugh.

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