James “Eddie” Evans
James “Eddie” Evans, age 88, of Pikeville, Tennessee, died, Friday, October 16, 2020 at Erlanger Medical Center.
He was a member of First Baptist Church. He was a 50+ year member of St. Elmo 437 F & AM and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during the Korean War.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kay Mitchell Evans; parents, Robert Evans and Julia Griffith; sisters, Jewel Corvin, Virginia Fine and Elicia Roberson; and brother, Gene Evans.
He is survived by his son, James B. (Robin) Evans of Olympia, Washington; daughter, Karen Parker of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; grandchildren, Ian Handley, Josh Evans, Michael Evans and Hannah Evans; brother, Ray (Virginia) Evans; and several nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held at Pikeville Cemetery, Monday, October 19, at 1:00 p.m. with Bro. Albert Roberts officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Pikeville Cemetery or St. Elmo Lodge.
Online condolences can be made at www.reedfamilyfh.com.
Arrangements are by Putnam-Reed Funeral Home, 1171 Main Street, Pikeville.
