James Francis Evans Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Francis Evans of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 17, 2025 at the age of 73. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Francis Evans to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Howard Evans and Thelma Evans Hess (Beardsley); his stepfather Vern Hess; his grandmother Ethel Beardsley; and his brothers, Marty Evans and Tom Evans.
He is survived by: his wife Pat Evans of Cedar Rapids; his daughters, Kelly Novak of Cedar Rapids and Kathy Poohl (Ted) of Cedar Rapids; his grandchildren, Andrew Novak, Morgan Schuttloffel (David) and Logan Poohl; his great grandchild Luke Schuttloffel; his siblings, Bob Evans (Deedee) of Cedar Rapids, Chuck Evans (Becky) of Cedar Rapids and Kay Welch (Al) of Atkins, Iowa; and his cousin Elwyn Osterkamp. He is also survived by many loving brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation was held on Sunday, January 19th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and on Monday, January 20th 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home & Cremation Service (520 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404). A funeral service was held on Monday, January 20th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, January 20th 2025 at the Calendar Linwood Cemetery (520 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family.