Don Evans
Donald M. Evans, age 77, of Oxford, Wisconsin passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, following a brief battle with cancer with his wife and daughters by his side at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Memorial services will be at 12:30 p.m. with military honors to follow on Saturday, August 31,2024, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Sam Downey will officiate. Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home. Interment will be at the Davis Corners Cemetery, at a later date.
Don was born June 26, 1947, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin to Max and Lorraine Evans. He proudly served in the United States Army from October 26, 1966, and was honorably discharged on October 25, 1968. Following his active status he then completed 4 years reserve time. Don married Gail M. Coon on December 20, 1969, in Davis Corners, WI.
He drove for Brakebush Bros Transportation for 37 years before his retirement in 2012.
Don enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching the Brewers & Packers, and doing word puzzles. He loved gardening, his most favorite to grow was corn. His family would so often hear him say, “I love corn”, they don’t even know how many times they have heard that! Above all, Don especially loved his family and his chocolate labs.
He was a member of the Snider-Richardson Post 273.
Don was preceded in death by his parents: Max & Lorraine; father-in-law & mother-in-law: Walter & Audrey Coon; sister-in-law: Linda Evans; 3 brothers-in-law: Larry, Alan & Rick Coon, and niece Rhonda Reetz.
Survivors include his bride of 55 years: Gail; three daughters: Marci (Kory) Drew, Wendi (Dan) Schueler & Traci (Eric) Meyer; brothers: Tom Evans & Dennis (Kay) Evans; sister-in-law: Cherie Coon; five grandchildren, two step-grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two step-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Don’s family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at UW Hospital who he called his “team” especially the nurses who gave him exceptional care.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Gail and family we want to offer our 🙏🏻 condolences to all of you upon hearing of Don’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Gail and family, we are so sorry to hear about Don. You have our deepest sympathy.
deepest sympathy to the entire family Don will be miss so much by everyone and for me especially the deer hunt no matter if we got something or not it was a joy to just be out there with him prayers to you all
Gail, and family my sympathy to you and your family. You had a long life together. May Don rest in peace.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family.
Deepest sympathy to Don’s family. We had some great conversations when he would come to the shop for service. He could always tell a great story and his laugh was contagious. A man with the biggest heart. Rest in Peace my friend.
Thoughts prayers and hugs to the family and friends work with Don at brakebush for many years always enjoyed talking with him he will be missed my many
Thoughts prayers and hugs to the family and friends
Deepest sympathy Evans family.
Gail and family, I am sorry to hear this. My prayers are with you and my God comfort you on your loss.
Marci we were sadden to hear of the passing of your father. Our heartfelt sympathy to you, Kory, and family.
Love and hugs,
Rita & Terry
Gail and family, I am so very sorry to see this. Sending healing prayers. God Bless
Deepest of sympathy to Gail and the family, hugs and prayers to you all