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John Evans Obituary
Wappingers Falls - John Evans of Wappingers Falls, NY passed away on April 16, 2021 at Mid-Hudson Regional Hospital after a brief battle with COVID 19. He was 63 years old.
John was born on January 15, 1958 in Poughkeepsie, NY. He grew up in Wappingers Falls, graduating from Roy C Ketcham HS in 1977. On October 6, 1985 he married Robin Roarabaugh, the love of his life.
John was a retired HVAC installer. His hobbies included coin collecting. He also loved researching the history of the Village of Wappingers Falls, his family's involvement in it, and sharing his knowledge of it with others. John was an active member of the Knights of Columbus in Hopewell Junction.
John is survived at home by his wife Robin and Sunshine their beloved dog. His siblings, Linda Hannaford and her husband Colin of Key West, FL; Gail Evans of New Port Richey, FL; Steven Evans and his wife Christina of Wappingers Falls, NY and Christopher Evans and his wife Ana of Raleigh, NC; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.
Calling hours will be 5 -7 PM Thursday, April 22 at Delehanty Funeral Home, 64 E Main Street, Wappingers Falls.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM Friday at St Mary's Church, Clinton St., Wappingers Falls.
Burial will follow at the Wappingers Rural Cemetery.
Delehanty Funeral Home is honored to assist the family with the funeral arrangements
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Sue Johnson
April 23, 2021
Robin,
So very sorry to hear about your loss. We all grew up together and always had a good laugh when we would run into each other. Many memories of days when we were younger! A lot of love for you as well as Steve, Christine and family.
Sue Johnson
Julie McGinty
April 22, 2021
Many fond memories of John as he was my brothers best pal when we where young. Thoughts are with the family.
Tina Breier
April 22, 2021
John was a sure fit into the Roarabaugh family from early on. He was kind, fun, and real. He will be missed! Sending much love to all!❤❤
Pam Kelly
April 21, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending love and comfort to you all.
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