Evans, Robert Ivan (1942-2018)

EVANS, PAGEL, FOX, MILLER, CERIZO, WILLIAMS

Posted By: Carol Auen (email)
Date: 5/9/2018 at 11:43:10

Robert Ivan Evans, age 75, passed away at his home near Odebolt, IA on April 23, 2018. Robert was born April 27, 1942, to Meta (Pagel) and Ivan Leroy Evans of Mason City, IA. He was educated in the Mason City school systems, NIACC, and the University of Iowa. He was a member of the Boy Scouts. Robert was baptized at St. James Lutheran and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City.

On June 6, 1965, Robert married Dorothy Fox at the United Methodist Church in Odebolt, IA. Two children were born to this union, Rachel Dian on August 20, 1968 and Matthew Jeremy on July 30, 1971. Robert and Dorothy made their home on the family farm near Odebolt for over 50 years.

Robert's hobbies consisted of fishing and hunting in the Mason City area and later on in the Odebolt, IA area. He raised pheasants, quail, and partridge. He also enjoyed gardening and raising flowers. He was an avid bowler for many years at the lanes in Odebolt and Ida Grove. Robert was a past Clinton Township trustee and was also past Master and 50 year member of Wheeler Masonic Lodge-Odebolt. Robert had love for most all types of music. He enjoyed singing in his high school choir as well as other choirs.

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Dorothy; daughter Rachel (Jon) Miller; son Matthew (Debra) Evans; grandchilren Madison A. Cerizo (fiance Don Halverson), Sydney N. Cerizo (special friend Ryan Johnson), Devin M.. Cerizo, Brandt M. Evans, Braedan J. Evans, Brenna K. Evans; sister Delores Miller; brother Glenn Evans; nieces Emily (Alan) Williams, Riley and Ashlyn; other nieces and nephews; as well as many dear and valued friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ivan and Meta Evans; and in-laws Paul and Fern Fox.