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Leroy “Red” Evans

Birth	:	12 May 1923 Jackson County, Kentucky, USA
Death	:	12 May 2015 Oxford, Butler County, Ohio, USA
Burial	:	Maple Grove Cemetery, Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate	:	39.4216995, -85.0216980
Description	:	Leroy “Red” Evans, age 92, of Brookville, Indiana died Thursday May 14, 2015 at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. Born May 12, 1923 in Jackson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Sylvester & Lillie (Bishop) Evans. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served with the 515th Parachute Infantry as a Paratrooper & Medic. On December 18, 1947 he was united in marriage to the former Reba G. Pennington, and she preceded him in death on February 24, 2012. He was retired from the Franklin County Highway Dept., and had also worked in several... Read More	Leroy “Red” Evans, age 92, of Brookville, Indiana died Thursday May 14, 2015 at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. Born May 12, 1923 in Jackson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Sylvester & Lillie (Bishop) Evans. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served with the 515th Parachute Infantry as a Paratrooper & Medic. On December 18, 1947 he was united in marriage to the former Reba G. Pennington, and she preceded him in death on February 24, 2012. He was retired from the Franklin County Highway Dept., and had also worked in several factories. He was a member of the Valley Christian Church in Brookville, the Brookville Harmony Masonic Lodge #11 F. & A.M., as well as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Wilbur Dennison Post #2014 of Brookville, Indiana. In his leisure time Red enjoyed camping, fishing, and telling stories and having a good time. He always wanted those around him to be in a good mood, so he would always do what he could to entertain everyone. He was an avid University of Kentucky Wildcat fan, although he was disappointed they didn’t win the tournament this year! Survivors include three daughters & sons-in-law, Barbara & Danny Hicks of Cedar Grove, Indiana, Connie & Dave Barber of West Chester, Ohio, Faye & Gene Scholl of Brookville, Indiana, one son & daughter-in-law, Bob & Tammy Evans of Brookville, Indiana; 13 Grandchildren as well as 19 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Reba, he was preceded in death by a sister Lucy J. Shepherd, and a brother, Robert Evans. Family & friends may visit from 4 till 8:00 P.M. on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Ave., Brookville, where Masonic Memorial Services will begin at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Phil Hester of the Valley Christian Church, will officiate the Funeral Services at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville. Burial with full Military Graveside honors by the Bernard Hurst Post #77 of the American Legion will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Franklin County E.M.S.. Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home

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Where is Leroy “Red” Evans's memorial?
Leroy “Red” Evans's memorial is located at: Maple Grove Cemetery, Brookville, Franklin County, USA.
When did Leroy “Red” Evans death?
Leroy “Red” Evans death on 12 May 2015 in Oxford, Butler County, Ohio, USA
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Latitude: 39.4216995
Longitude: -85.0216980

Family Members:

Parent

Sylvester Evans

(1897 - 1974)

Spouse

Reba Grace Pennington Evans

(1932 - 2012)

Siblings

Lucy J Evans Shepard

(1917 - 2004)

Robert Evans

(1920 - 2014)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Maple Grove Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4216995, -85.0216980

2. Berg-Harding Cemetery
Highland Center, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4241667, -85.0113889

3. Old Brookville Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4248505, -85.0097122

4. Vincent Cemetery
Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4281000, -85.0328000

5. Saint Michael Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4308070, -85.0095360

6. Stringer Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4057270, -85.0126160

7. Infirmary Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4056000, -85.0125000

8. Martin Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4189000, -85.0478000

9. Warne Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4336000, -85.0472000

10. Stoops Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4249100, -85.0518900

11. Bradburn Family Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4138640, -84.9825850

12. Brookville Township Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4347000, -84.9828000

13. Woodworth Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4078000, -84.9811000

14. Elder Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3986250, -84.9848120

15. Saint Philomena Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3914250, -85.0485390

16. Meyncke Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3881660, -85.0016050

17. Wilson Cemetery
Yellow Bank, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4303000, -85.0683000

18. Calpha Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4260990, -85.0706760

19. Little Cedar Public Cemetery
Mound Haven, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3911066, -84.9868303

20. West Family Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4019300, -84.9700200

21. Utsler Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3806000, -84.9961000

22. Little Cedar Grove Baptist Meeting House Cemetery
Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.3872414, -84.9817886

23. Halstead Cemetery
Brookville, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4357010, -85.0788050

24. Collett Cemetery
Yellow Bank, Franklin County, USA
Coordinate: 39.4417940, -85.0763440