George E. Evans

January 26, 1956 - August 12, 2018

George E. Evans, age 62, of Jackson passed away at his residence on Sunday, August 12, 2018. He was born on January 26, 1956 in Cabell County, West Virginia to the late William D. Evans and Phyllis June (Miracle) Evans. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Michael “Mike” Evans and Dale Evans; and an infant granddaughter, Gabriella. George was a Jackson High School Class of 1974 graduate, a member of the Masonic Trowell Lodge #132 in Jackson and a veteran of the United States Army. He is survived by his children: Jason (Wanda) Evans, Kristin Evans and his grandson who he loved and raised as a son, Brandon Evans; sister-in-law, Kelly Evans; his nieces and nephews: Michael (Whitney) Evans, Monica (Shannon Crank) Evans and Kaylee Evans; grandchildren: Desiree, Bralyanna, Neveah and Victoria; along with Connie Evans; Connie Cole and several nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will be held at the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home on Saturday, August 18th from 3:00-4:00 p.m. with a service beginning at 4:00 p.m. with Minister Michelle Nickell officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to the Brandon D. Evans Scholarship Fund, c/o Ohio Valley Bank, 740 E. Main Street, Jackson, Ohio 45640. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mayhew-Brown Funeral Home and Southern Ohio Cremation Services in Jackson. Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.mayhew-brownfuneralhome.com