Monday, December 20, 2021 at 12:00 a.m.
Evans, Dwight (Sam)
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of DWIGHT (SAM) EVANS, beloved husband of Evelyn Evans, who passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Health Centre - Palliative Care Unit, on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at the age of 77 years.
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of DWIGHT (SAM) EVANS, beloved husband of Evelyn Evans, who passed away peacefully at St. Michael's Health Centre - Palliative Care Unit, on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at the age of 77 years.
Left to mourn his passing are his wife of 52 years Evelyn Evans, son Clay (Tara) Evans and their daughters Cassie and Jorja, daughter Carol (Rob) Spark and their sons Liam and Ira, brother Cam (Eileen) Evans, sister Rita Lemieux, in-laws Marie Morrissey, Phyllis (Mike) Leddy, Charles (Willie) Murphy and Leo (Jane) Murphy, and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
Dwight was predeceased by parents Hazel and Rae Evans, brother Harlow Evans, brother-in-law Roger Lemieux and many in-laws.
Dwight was born July 9th, 1944 and was raised on the family farm near Warner. Dwight was trained in electronics at Devry Tech and later became a journeyman electrician. He worked as a miner at Thompson nickel mine, and as a seismic observer on the ocean, tundra and desert. He was a partner at Greens N Things in Medicine Hat. His work took him to Alberta, BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, NWT, Michigan, California, Alabama, Newfoundland and PEI, as well as two years in Pakistan with his family. Dwight's heart always wanted to farm, so in 1986, they embarked on a homesteading adventure, moving to Carcajou/Keg River. As he worked the land, he built his house and granaries. He was active in the community as an electrician, hauling water for others and as a sawyer cutting lumber with his portable saw mill. They were part of that community for 32 years. They made many good friends and participated in curling, fishing derbies, playing cards and in pony poker rallies.
In 2017, they retired to Lethbridge to be closer to family. Dwight was a humble, kind man that made friends easily wherever he went. He always saw the good in people and was willing to lend a helping hand. Dwight enjoyed engaging with children, especially his grandchildren. He would stir their imaginations with his many adventurous stories. He loved visits from family and friends. He was well travelled and always ready for adventure. He will be sadly missed.
A Funeral Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825 - 32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Monday, December 20, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. with Deacon Michael Pollard officiating. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be limited. Kindly RSVP your attendance to Cornerstone at 403-381-7777 or care@cornerstonefh.ca The Funeral Service will be livestreamed and may be accessed via Dwight's obituary on the Cornerstone website.
In lieu of flowers and in memory of Dwight, please make a donation to your local food bank.
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Dear Evelyn and family; Thank you for all the photo's that were shown at the service. Many memories came back while I was watching them. Dwight's life journey was one that most people only read about.. Carol, thanks for giving such a great history of your dad's life. Judy and I will be thinking of you, Clay and your Mom.. Cousin Bruce
You will be dearly missed Dwight.
You will be missed Uncle Delight ?
My condolences to Aunt Evelyn and her family. It was beautiful service. Love to you all.
Sorry for your loss. We definitely miss you two. Hugs and prayers.
A great neighbor and wonderful man, I'll miss our talks.
We were so heartbroken to hear the news of Sams passing, we will forever remember and talk fondly of him and all our adventures while we had our cabin in Keg River, there wasn't anything he wouldn't do or try!! He was the first person we met when we bought in Keg, he was our go to guy for everything, he would always have our cabin ready for us upon our annual hunt!! We shared so many jigg dinners beers and whiskey, I will miss ur stories and you my friend. Forever in our hearts!
Evelyn and family, We are so sorry to hear of Sam's (Dwight) passing. May God's mercy and love bring him to his eternal glory and may you find comfort knowing he is in good hands. The prayers of your CWL sisters are yours now and the days ahead. God Bless, Adele Royer, St. Martha's CWL Past President and Regional Chair
Thinking of you in your time of sorrow
Evelyn, sorry to hear of your Loss of Sam. You & your family are in my thoughts & Prayers.
Our sincere sympathy to You and the family from Cherry Valley.
Many blessings to you and your family in this time of your sorrow
It was with great sorrow that we heard of Sam's passing. He was such a good guy. We felt privileged to be among his friends. I I know anyone that knew him will miss him. My heart felt sympathy to Evelyn and Clay and Carole and their families.
My condolences too Aunt Evelyn and family and friends.
Evelyn, My condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Anita
Our condolences to Evelyn and family. May God's comforting hands hold you in this time of loss.
My Condolences Evelyn and to the family