Mr. David Evans

Mr. David E. Evans, age 50 years, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away Monday, June 28, 2010, at St. Mary's Health Center. He was born on May 3, 1960, in Kansas City, Mo., a son of Robert E. and Betty E. Nowlin Evans. Dave was married on October 15, 1998, in Columbia, Mo. to Linda Burkett who survives at the home. A lifelong resident of the Central Missouri area, Dave graduated high school and attended a technical college. He was employed as a mechanic in the automotive industry, and was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dave enjoyed working on cars, and spending time with his family and grandchildren to whom he would say; "I love you, God bless you." Survivors include: his loving wife, Linda Evans; two sons, Nathaniel David Evans and his wife Steffani of Jefferson City, Mo. and Matthew Eugene Evans of Columbia, Mo.; three daughters, Melody Joy Evans and her husband Ben of Jefferson City, Mo., Tiffany McCormack of Jefferson City, Mo. and Martha Ann Ousley and her husband Michael of Jefferson City, Mo.; one brother, Steve Evans and his wife Joan of Jefferson City, Mo.; his father-in-law, Kenneth Burkett; one brother-in-law, Keith Burkett; three sisters-in-law, Diana Crowell, Teresa Caldwell and her husband Robert and Kathy Burkett; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Paul Evans. A memorial service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 1, 2010, at the United Pentecostal Church with the Reverend Richard Ward officiating. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the David E. Evans Memorial Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com