Steven R. Evans
March 05, 2015
Steven R. Evans, 69, slipped quietly away from this life on the evening of March 5, 2015. Steven was born to Robert F. and Dorothy Evans in Cedar Falls, Iowa on October 17, 1945. One of eight children, he often shared stories of the antics and adventures with his brothers and sisters while growing up. Steven graduated from Cedar Falls High School in 1963. He volunteered for service with the U.S. Navy in 1966 and was a Vietnam Era veteran serving until September 1971. His last active duty posting was to the U.S.S. Theodore E. Chandler a destroyer that patrolled off the coast of South Viet Nam and took him to places like Japan and Australia. After discharge from the Navy, Steven returned home and worked for the Cedar Falls Construction Company. In the fall of that same year he met his future bride.
About a year later, on December 23, 1972 Steven and Linda Carol Marshall were married in Paton, Iowa. Steven and Linda lived in Cedar Falls until 1979 where he continued working for CF Construction and later attended Hawkeye Institute of Technology in Waterloo. In 1978, he was granted an Associate of Arts degree in Commercial Art. While he did not pursue a career in the field, Steven did enjoy drawing and sketching over the years. In 1979, Linda and Steve moved to Des Moines where he joined Northwestern Bell. Steven's career with the telephone company spanned 30 years. He retired from Qwest Communications at the end of 2009.
Steven's greatest joy in life was his family. He was devoted to his two lovely daughters, Megan Elaine Evans and Meredith Lin (Kevin) Tiernan. He greatly enjoyed the company of his brothers while fishing and playing cards. He loved to putter outdoors and he was a faithful 4-mile a day walker. His walks often got out of hand as he stopped to visit with friends and neighbors up and down the street near the home where Steven and Linda have lived for almost 25 years.
Steven is survived by Linda; and daughters, Megan and Meredith; three wonderful grandsons, Erik Daniel Evans, Brennan Sean Evans, and Mason Steven Evans; and two furry granddogs, Elle and Emma. He was preceded in death by his parents, but is the first of the eight children to pass away. Steven is survived by brothers, Robert Evans, Gary (Terri) Evans, Larry (Lisa) Evans, and Kent Evans. Surviving sisters are Karen Katzenmeyer, Gina (Tom) Leonard, and Pam Schneiderman. Steven also leaves to remember him, many family members and friends some of whom were like family. He was a loving man with a gentle spirit who had an easy smile and rarely had a bad word to say about anyone.
Memorial services will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines. The family will receive visitors prior to the memorial from 12 to 2 p.m.
Memorials may be directed to Relay for Life-Greene County benefiting the American Cancer Society or to Mercy Hospice in Johnston. Condolences may be expressed online at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Charlie Wilson
03/07/2015
I also had the pleasure of working with Steve. Starting with US West then Qwest. We worked in Data Processing going to Omaha then back to Des Moines and Repair. He always had a smile and loved to laugh and make people laugh. We lost touch after I left the company but reconnected years later and caught up. His eyes always lit up and smiled when he would talk about his girls. Linda and family, I was so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss but I know you have a lifetime of memories and smiles. I am thinking of you all and I will miss my friend.
April Graham
03/07/2015
I worked with this kind man in the early 90s at the phone company. He was such a kind and caring man. May you find comfort today and in the moments ahead.
Terry Freeman
03/07/2015
I had the pleasure of getting to work with Steve at the phone company. Luckily, I got the opportunity to work along side him from time to time, too. He was always a dependable, yet light-hearted guy who made work an enjoyable experience, even through the toughest times. Steve has a beautiful family and my condolences definitely go out to them. I am sure that we will all be blessed with Steve's smile and his energy. My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved him.
Pam Schoonover
03/07/2015
Steve was just a pleasure to work with. Always smiling, kind to everyone and fun to be around. I am sure your loss is deep and I am very sorry.
Gladys
03/07/2015
I also worked with Steve at Qwest for 10 years. Such a kind, sweet man. My prayers and condolences to his family
Gerald Bechman
03/06/2015
I worked with Steve for only a few years in Repair at the phone company. He was one of the friendliest men I have ever met. Always greeted me with a smile and a hearty hello. I'm sorry for your loss.
Jeannie Boesch Nogel
03/06/2015
I worked with Steve for many years at NWB and Qwest. He was the kindest and sweetest man I have ever known. I loved his smile and easy laugh. I am so sorry for your loss but I am sure he is smiling down on all of you.
Glenna
03/06/2015
Things Steven did for us over the years-rock Jessi and Bethany, listen to Tabitha chatter incessantly, mow a lawn, shovel a sidewalk, trim a bush, paint rooms, load and unload moving trucks, get a little snackie, put together and take apart furniture, load and unload wedding stuff....the list is unending. Always serving with no complaining accompanied by a soft smile. He was a gentle-man. We all loved him dearly.