Leon Evans, age 67, passed away on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. He was born on Thursday, March 29, 1956, to Henry and Gladys Evans in De Queen, Arkansas.
Leon’s passion for the outdoors was best demonstrated through his love of trotline fishing, a pastime that brought him great joy and satisfaction. It was in these moments, surrounded by the natural beauty of the world, that Leon found his tranquility and peace. Leon was the type of person who would give you the shirt off of his back. In his younger years, Leon worked as a long-distance truck driver, an occupation that allowed him to explore many parts of the country that some are only able to dream about. Later on, he owned and operated a log skidder, a testament to his hardworking and dedicated nature. He loved his family and was proud of them all. Leon was a loving father, brother, uncle and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Gladys Evans; and one sister, Lucy Robb.
Leon is survived by two sons, Wayne Ellis and James Pierce; one daughter, Jennifer Pierce; four brothers, Paul Evans, Robert Evans and wife Rosa, Earl Evans and wife Seven, and Jimmy Evans; five sisters, Fern Dering and husband Rocky, Kathy House, Robby Evans and Clyde, Mary Evans, and Arlene Midge Evans; several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and dear friends.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 2:00 PM at the Wickes Bible Church on Hwy 278 E. in Wickes, Arkansas with Brother Don Youngblood officiating.
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