William Albert Evans
July 4, 1935 ~ October 19, 2015
Rocky Mount - William Albert Evans, age 80, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2015. Born in Nash County, NC on July 4, 1935, he was the son of the late Perry Evans and Dollie Mae Morgan Evans. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Luthur Evans.
William served proudly in the United States Air Force during the War in Korea. He retired from Donnley Marketing after 25 years of dedicated service. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.
William leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Doshia Evans; his daughters, Martha and Durwood Altman; Joyce and W. C. Cone; Deborah Radabaugh; his sons, James and Candy Gurganus and Larry Gurganus. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 at 12:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Burial will follow in Stantonsburg, NC. Visitation with the family will be one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fellowship of Praise, 3201 Benvenue Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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I called him pops and he called me funky, even his wife called me by that name some time, i have no words that would even began to express my feelings&friendship for these two wonderful people. The memories will always be there.
Dear Ellen, Do you remember an old voice from the past, Helen Brabham, I was surprised and sorry to see Alberts death in the paper. Years go by so quickly and I slowing down so much. Im sorry about your loss and I have walked the road you are walking, today. I lost my dear husband, Gerald, 23 years ago and I still miss him every day. I pray for you and wish- that you find a way to remember. May the loving memories of him , live in your heart forever. May the love of your family and friends strengthen and comfort you. I pray that the love of God will give you peace, rest and joy until we meet him and others who have gone home before us! Love and prayers, Helen Brabham
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Grandpa Evans; everybody that knows him, knows that he iswas always coming up with cool names for everyone! He called me his Kim Vonne! The memorable moments I will always cherish. Start as a child as he would pick me and my sisters up and take us to his paradise at Salter Path aka Atlantic Beach. We would ride in his big blue truck. We would sing all the way there listening to 8track music he loved Willie, Waylon, Possum, Randy Travis. We all would stop at Neuse Sports shop in Kinston on our journey to our paradise. We would finally get to Salter Path and race to the ocean. My Grandpa taught us how to swim. He would say there is only one way to do it. Sink or Swim! Christmas was always a ball.. We would go and share our love starting off with grandmother cooking her vegetables, my aunts with the sweets, especially aunt Susie’s banana pudding and Grandpa and all the men would start early cooking pig. We would all wait til our family made it to Grandpa and Grandma’s then would eat. We would get up and clean up the area in his barnshop. He had three guitars and mics. The men would sing. Then dancing later on. We would always get underwear and a bible. So much fun!! Last memory was special, he didn’t want me to leave the hospital. He asked me for a milkshake, ice cream, cream puff aka donut from krispy kreme! I was just a talking he said you have not stopped talking since you’ve been here! I said because I am so happy you are awake and want food. He asked me to take him home. I sure wish I could have. Instead he went home with my uncle Buddy. I am sure going to miss you! I love you always and forever Grandpa Evans!! Until we meet again on the other shore…. kisses and hugs… Love always, Kim Vonne aka Kimberly Yvonne Cone Hackney, your granddaughter forever…..
To all the Evans Family, I will truly miss Boyfriend as this was what I called him all the time. We will truly miss him at Fellowship of Praise. Our prayers are will you all as you go through this time of grief. May you find comfort in knowing that others care for you. Psalms 23.
Sorry to hear of Albert’s passing, I worked with him at Donnelley and will always cherish the good times and laughs he was known for. He was a very nice person and deeply respected by his 3rd shift co-workers.