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Donald Evans Obituary

Donald F. Evans, 70, Spring Township, died Sept. 24, 2009, at 3:45 p.m. in his residence.

He was the husband of Lucille D. (Hagenbuch) Evans. They celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary.

Born in Bethlehem, he was a son of the late Roger J. and A. Dorothy (Wasser) Evans.

Don was a math teacher at Exeter High School for 40 years, retiring Feb. 2, 1996.

He was a Navy veteran.

He was a member of Wyomissing UCC, Gouglersville; a 1956 graduate of Liberty H.S.; a 1964 graduate of East Stroudsburg Univ.; and received master's degrees from Marywood College, Scranton and Temple Univ.

He was a member and Past Master of Isaac Hiester Lodge #660 F&AM. He was a member of Excelsior Royal Arch Chapter No. 27, Creigh Council No. 16 R&SM, Commandery No. 009, Knights Templar, Rajah Shrine, Rajah Past Masters, Rajah Provost Guard and Rajah Legion of Honor.

He was also a member of Tall Cedars of Lebanon, Neversink Forest No. 32 and its Rangers Unit. He was Past President of Eastern Region Retired Teachers of Berks, Lehigh, Schuylkill and Carbon counties; and Past President and negotiator for PSEA and High Twelve Club No 669.

Don enjoyed golfing, eating, was an avid reader, kite flying, the beach, tennis, bowling and wrestling.

He started the wrestling program at Exeter and coached football, baseball, wrestling and tennis while at Exeter.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two daughters, Cyndy L., wife of Kris Lava, Bishopville, Md.; and Wendy L., wife of John L. Taylor Jr., Denver, Pa.; four grandchildren: Carli, Rachel, Emily and John III; and two great-grandsons, Jacob and Luke.

Funeral services from Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1 E. Lancaster Ave., Shillington, will be Monday at 1:30 p.m., with the Rev. Elmer Reinhold officiating. Burial with military honors will be in Pleasant View Cemetery. A viewing will be held Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. with Masonic services by Isaac Hiester Lodge No. 660 F&AM at 7:30 p.m. in the funeral home.

Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, c/o Rajah Shriners, P.O. Box 40, Blandon, PA 19510.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Reading Eagle on Sep. 26, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Evans

18 Entries

October 23, 2009

Dear Lucille and family, I was sorry to hear about Don's passing. He was always so kind to me and inspiring in my career as an educator. May memories help to comfort you.
Kathy Dildine
Eastern Region PSEA-Retired

Kay Cannon

October 16, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing, Lucille. I wanted to send a card, but the address in the 50th Reunion booklet is not accurate. Please send me an email so I can say what I'd like to say to you more privately. Love, Kay Sutton Cannon vagyok#ptd.net

Natalie Conrad (Frees) Class of 1997

October 14, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Evans. I remember him as a committed teacher who always wanted to bring out the best in his students (Including me).

Stephan Kenny

October 8, 2009

We will certainly miss Don at the Hawaiian Village here in Ocean City, Maryland. Please know that you are in our Thoughts and Prayers.

Karen Burt

October 7, 2009

I was very sorry to hear of Mr. Evans' passing. I am a 1988 EHS alumni who has been in CA for the last 12 years. He will always be remembered fondly.

Debbie Shiner

October 6, 2009

Lucille,
So sorry to hear about Don's passing. Don and I send our deepest sympathy. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Shiner (Shiffert)

Loey Donchez(Edelman)

October 6, 2009

Lucille,

I was so sorry to hear about Don. You have my deepest sympathy. So glad he was able to make our class picnic this year. He really had a good time. I know what a difficult time this must be for you, so please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kay Cannon

October 6, 2009

Dear Lucille, I am so sorry to hear of Donald's passing. I'm so glad we had the picture taken after our lunch at the Bethlehem Diner. May God hold you in his hands and give you the warmth of his hug as you deal with this. Please accept my condolences. Love, Kay Cannon

Jay Impink

October 1, 2009

My sympathies to the entire Evans family. I am a 1971 Exeter grad and I crossed paths with Don three times. First as my teacher in both seventh grade pre-algebra and in tenth grade Geometry (twice in four years). The second time was when Don, along with Wayne Murray were Park Rangers at French Creek State Park (I was a lifeguard at the time). Finally the last time (and more lasting) we met as colleagues when I got my first teaching job here at Southern Lehigh School District (we met at the dinner for new teachers in Bethlehem). This began many times of sitting and listening to Don's stories and discussing teaching and education in general. I especially remember the times that we spent at Gettysburg at the annual PSEA leadership conference which he loved attending. I really don't remember much about those math classes forty years ago but I remember thise hour we spent discussing education and I like to think that he has had some influence in my 35 year career in education. Don, God bless and Rest in Peace.

A. Brecht Lesher

September 30, 2009

Sorry to hear of your loss. I am a 1978 graduate of Exeter and I have fon memories of Mr. Evans geometry classes.

Karen Evans-Kritchen

September 29, 2009

Lu and family, very sorry to hear of your loss. So many good memories of all of us together, dinner at Watkins Street, double deck pinochle, watching Cyndy & Wendy grow-up, Liz being born on Wendy's first birthday, J R being born on Don and Mother's birthday, and so much more. Remember the good times, hoepfully they will help you get through this emotional time. Please accept my deepest condolences. Karen

Sally Spatz

September 28, 2009

My prayers and sympathies are with his wife Lucille, Grandchildren and all his family members. He was very kind man and I will remember him always. God bless his entire family and the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart will pray for you Lucille and his family.

Charles Gaughan

September 28, 2009

Our prayers and sympathies go out to all of the Evans family. I am a graduate of Exeter High in 1987. I had the pleasure of having Mr. Evans as my computer teacher for 3yrs. He was a wonderful man. A very kind and compansionate person. His memory will live forever in our hearts and minds. God bless you all he loved you all so very much.

Kathi (Richards) Bracy

September 28, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband/father. I have fond memories of Mr. Evans the Geometry teacher as well as Mr. Evans the great supporter of Rainbow Girls. May he rest in peace.

Kelly Carvalho

September 28, 2009

Mrs. Evans, I was so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. We were just talking about wedding anniversaries last time I saw him. He was his sweet, happy, jovial self. I ejoyed working with him for home health, he made us all feel welcome. May God bless you and your family. He loved you very, very much.

Tracey Hayden

September 26, 2009

Lucille,

You and your family are in our prayers. I will always remember Don's great sense of humor and ability to make everyone feel like a old friend.

Love, Tracey and Craig Hayden

BONNIE BARKMAN

September 26, 2009

WENDY,AND FAMILY YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS, DAVE AND BONNIE BARKMAN.

Andrea Martin

September 26, 2009

Sorry for your loss. I graduated from EHS in 1988 and remember him although I never had him as a teacher. His room was across from my homeroom back then.

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