Michael Leon Evans

Michael Leon Evans (Hodge) 64 born on December 13, 1959, of Sun City Center, Florida died peacefully in his sleep on October 10, 2024. Formerly of Zanesville, Ohio. He was a graduate of Maysville High School.   

Michael was preceded in death by his father, George Washington Evans and his mother, Carolyn Sue Rowland Evans Bruce; two brothers, Rick Evans and Keith Evans of Ohio.   He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Carla Bruce Evans, who he married on October 23, 1987.  Sons: Michael (Jennifer) Evans, Christopher (Beth) Evans, and Keith (Kimberly) Evans. Daughters: Tiffany Evans, Katie (Mathew) Dicks. Grandchildren: Jonah, Bryant, Bryce, Jerry, Todd, Tyler, Camden, Sophia, Aiden, Emma, and Addison.   One sister, Karen (Randy) Whitehair and one brother, Brian (Helen) Evans. An extended family of nieces, nephews, friends. 2 cats: Pepper and Paprika who have now turned into Carla’s emotional support cats who follows her room to room.   

Michael had many hobbies. He enjoyed working out, fishing, boating, and making Tik Toc videos with his granddaughter, Sophia. He has also enjoyed a good afternoon tea party hosted by his granddaughters. He was a devoted family man who loved his wife, children, and grandchildren beyond measure. While recently going through photos it was difficult to find some when a grandchild was not sitting on his lap.   

Michael was known for his charm, generosity, and kindness. He never met a stranger as Carla recently has found out by the number of neighbors who have stopped by to pay their respects.   

“Bless those who mourn, eternal God, with the comfort of your love that they may face each new day with hope and the certainty that nothing can destroy the good that has been given. May their memories become joyful, their days enriched with friendship, and their lives encircled by your love.” Author unknown.