Richard Erman Evans, 74, of Independence, MO passed away December 1, 2017 at his home. He was born June 23, 1943 in Kansas City, MO to Erman and Bernice (Medley) Evans.
Richard spent the majority of his working career as a welder in the fabrication business. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family.
He married Maryolin “Joyce” Rice in 1963. In addition to Joyce, survivors include two children, Richard Evans of Cameron, MO and Christina MacDonald and her husband, Scott of Independence, MO; three siblings, Jack Evans, Larry Evans and Rose Ann Hopkins; three half-siblings, Ronnie Evans, Marlene Anderson and Erman Lewis “Buddy” Evans; six grandchildren, Rachel Revels and her husband, Eric, Lindsay MacDonald, Ella MacDonald, Michael Evans, Ashley Evans and Stephanie Evans; two great grandchildren, Adalyn MacDonald and Jaxxon Revels. He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings, Walter Evans, Thelma Jones and Peggy Masuch.
Per Richard’s wishes, cremation is planned. The Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs has been entrusted with the final arrangements. Memories of Richard and condolences may be left at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
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I shall miss my big brother Richard. My biggest regret is that we had so little time spent together growing up as we were both born into different families. I remember him fondly from my childhood when he would come over and play with me in the park across the street where I lived on Summit Street near downtown KCMO until I was nine years old. Later, when we moved to a new house, he would go swimming with our brother Ronnie and our Dad at a local recreation center pool from time to time. When I grew a bit older, he was especially there for me at one dramatic moment in life when I, as a young teenager, most needed him. I shall always remember him for his warm heart and protective spirit.
My deepest condolences to my sister-in-law Joyce his wife and their wonderful children. I can only imagine how profoundly personal their loss is, and only share in it a little by comparison. The greatest legacy a man or woman can leave behind is that they were loved by others. No other accomplishment in life can ever surpass that, because for whatever reason we are put here on this Earth nothing can ever be as special and as fulfilling as giving and receiving love. My brother Richard’s long journey here is over as a new journey begins for him. Still, he has left a special part of himself behind with each of us, as long as he is alive in our hearts.
I shall miss you, Richard.
With Love and Gratitude,
Your Kid Brother, Buddy
So sorry for you loss. I did not know Richard but I am Buddys sister-in-law and wanted you and your family to know how sorry we were for your loss. May God help you through this difficult time. God Bless
Deborah Weissman,
Richard was my brother in law for as long as I can remember. My sister Joyce and Richard got married when I was only 2 years old! Richard was a very humorous man. If Richard liked you he picked on you, he teased you, but he would always be there for you! I am very proud that he was a part of my family.. He will be greatly missed. I love you Richard! God speed my brother! I’m grateful that you aren’t in pain anymore. I thank Jesus for your new glorified body. One that knows no age or pain! I love you so much Joyce , Christina and Rich.