Gerald Lin "Jerry" Evans
November 13, 1945 ~ October 3, 2017 (age 71) 71 Years OldBOARDMAN - Gerald Lin “Jerry” Evans, 71, passed away early Tuesday morning, Oct. 3, 2017, at Hospice House following an extended illness.
Gerald was born Nov. 13, 1945, in Youngstown, a son of the late Merle and Charlotte Carson Evans, and was a lifelong area resident.
Jerry was a graduate of South High School, and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Evans worked for U.S. Steel at the Ohio Works until the mill closed. He then continued working and worked in landscaping until he became ill.
He enjoyed fishing and caring for his dogs, and he loved nature and being outdoors. He also enjoyed watching football, especially the Cleveland Browns.
Jerry leaves two daughters, Erin Evans of Youngstown and Brieanna Evans of Austintown; a sister, Diane Evans of Austintown; and his former wife, Kathleen Evans of Austintown.
Family and friends may gather for a celebration of life from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 6, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Rd., Youngstown.