James Evans Obituary

The passing of James Evans (Schenectady, New York) occurred on August 1, 2026. James, born on May 10, 1948, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Evans to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse Evans and Ann Taylor Evans; and his siblings, Mamie Evans and Jesse Evans. He is survived by: his children, Larry Smith and Lakesha D. Evans; his grandsons, Lawrence J. Smith, Justin G. Smith, Jonathan T. Smith and Joshua Cruz; his siblings, Delawrence Evans (Ondray), Jarvis Evans (Chong), Taylor O. Evans (Cassandra), Danny Druitt, Michael Evans (Pattie), Calvin Evans, Frances Evans, Deborah Evans, Katrina Williams (Dennis), Brenda Edwards and Artelia Trice; his granddaughter Teara Clayton (Brian); and his great grandchild Arthur Clayton. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.