Deacon Jerry Evans Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Deacon Jerry Evans of Peoria, Illinois, who passed away on April 23, 2022, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Deacon Jerry Evans to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James, Sr. Evans and Johnnie Mae Evans (Henderson); his siblings, James Evans, Jr., Ernest Hodge and Geraldine Evans; and his great-nephew Christopher Hodge, Jr..
He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Robinson; his sons, Idrissa Evans and Andre Haywood (Clarissa); his nieces and nephews, LaTanya "Tanny" Hodge of Peoria, IL, Juanita Hodge of Peoria, IL, Janet Evans of Tennessee, Dennis Evans of Peoria, IL, Ronnie Evans of Bloomington, IL, Michael Evans of New York and Jason Evans of Tennessee; his sister-in-law Mattie Hodge of Peoria, IL; and his close friend Glen Evans of Rock Island, IL.
Due to Covid-19, social distancing is encouraged to be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them).
