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Joseph Ted Evans

The funeral service for Mr. Joseph Ted Evans will be noon, Saturday, July 18, 2020, at

Riverwood Family, with interment at Riverwood Memorial Park. Visitation will be from

11 a.m. until the time of service.

Mr. Joseph Ted Evans, 69, of Brookhaven, MS, passed from this life July 13, 2020,

at his residence. He was born January 16, 1951 to Joseph Alvin Evans and Louise Frost Evans.

He was the owner of Tillotson’s Service Station. Mr. Evans was an active member of the community,

serving as a member and former president of the Brookhaven Exchange Club, member

of B.S.U. at Mississippi State University, and teaching Sunday school at First Baptist,

where he was a member and also served as deacon.

Mr. Evans is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Alvin Evans; nephew,

David Evans; and cousin, Owen Evans.

Those who remain to cherish his memory are his wife, Nancy Evans; son,

Stephen Evans; daughter Laura Evans; nephews, Charles Evans and Joe Evans;

sister-in-law, Carolyn Evans; and cousins, Mike Evans, Martha Blair, Sue Hutto,

Paul Bowie, Terry Bowie, Judy Evans, Tommy Barrentine, and Leebeth Gilmore.

20 comments

  • Comment Link Martha Noble Sunday, 26 July 2020 22:17 posted by Martha Noble

    I was sorry to hear of Teds passing. He was such an upbeat guy. 2 memories of him: I used to buy my Dad MSU cheese ball for Christmas for many years & when working for Dr Louie Wilkins he would send me to Tillotsons in his car to buy all of us a moon pie & RC Cola ??

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  • Comment Link Rose and Randy Walker Saturday, 25 July 2020 19:44 posted by Rose and Randy Walker

    Nancy, just now learning about Ted’s passing. We are devastated. He was such a good friend for so many years. Hate we’d lost touch. You’re in our thoughts and prayers. Randy and Rose Walker.❤️?????

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  • Comment Link Augusta Walden Thursday, 23 July 2020 22:15 posted by Augusta Walden

    Nancy, I'm so sorry about Ted! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and keep you so close to His heart.

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  • Comment Link Annette Warrick Monday, 20 July 2020 21:26 posted by Annette Warrick

    Prayers to you & your family. I have gone to Tillotson’s all my life and will miss seeing Ted and his listening to humorous stories.

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  • Comment Link Annette Warrick Monday, 20 July 2020 21:25 posted by Annette Warrick

    Prayers to you & your family. I have gone to Tillotson’s all my life and will miss seeing Ted and his listening to humorous stories.

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  • Comment Link Laura Gilmore Lawson Monday, 20 July 2020 15:43 posted by Laura Gilmore Lawson

    Praying for the family. My mom and I decided not to come to the services because of the Covid 19, but we were praying for you and will continue to pray for you. My mom is Leebeth Frost Gilmore.

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  • Comment Link Laura Gilmore Lawson Monday, 20 July 2020 15:26 posted by Laura Gilmore Lawson

    Praying for the family. My mom and I decided not to come to the services because of the Covid 19, but we were praying for you and will continue to pray for you. My mom is Leebeth Frost Gilmore.

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  • Comment Link Laura Gilmore Lawson Monday, 20 July 2020 15:26 posted by Laura Gilmore Lawson

    Praying for the family. My mom and I decided not to come to the services because of the Covid 19, but we were praying for you and will continue to pray for you. My mom is Leebeth Frost Gilmore.

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  • Comment Link Laraine Renfroe Lord Saturday, 18 July 2020 01:44 posted by Laraine Renfroe Lord

    I Am From Lawrence County & When I Attended Co-Lin In 1980, My Fuel Stop Was Tillotsons & He Was So Happy Everytime A Customer Walked In The Door! Life Goes By So Quickly! God Bless His Family Left To Grieve! He Is Home!

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  • Comment Link Robyn Aker Friday, 17 July 2020 20:45 posted by Robyn Aker

    Nancy, Laura,Stephen,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Ted was a fun guy with a great sense of humor. I enjoyed the many years we were in choir together. I’m praying God will comfort you with His peace and supply all your needs.

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  • Comment Link Robyn Aker Friday, 17 July 2020 20:44 posted by Robyn Aker

    Nancy, Laura,Stephen,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Ted was a fun guy with a great sense of humor. I enjoyed the many years we were in choir together. I’m praying God will comfort you with His peace and supply all your needs.

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  • Comment Link Harold Polk Friday, 17 July 2020 09:55 posted by Harold Polk

    Nancy, I am going to miss Ted so much. You and Ted were one of the first two people to friend Liz and I when we moved to Brookhaven in 1974. He was always so upbeat and kind to everybody. I remember our times sitting at the service station and talking. I will also remember our church mission trip to West Virginia walking the streets and telling people how southern baptists serve their Lord. I will be thinking of you, Laura and Stephen in the coming days. May GOD wrap his arms around you.

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  • Comment Link Harold Polk Friday, 17 July 2020 09:41 posted by Harold Polk

    Nancy, I am going to miss Ted so much. You and Ted were one of the first two people to friend Liz and I when we moved to Brookhaven in 1974. He was always so upbeat and kind to everybody. Maybe I shouldn't say this but I will always remember Ted and I sitting at the service station and trying to make Pot Lofton mad. I will remember our church mission trip to West Virginia. Ted and I paired up and hit the streets to tell residents how southern baptists served our Lord. Also though, Ted and I loved Mississippi State. I will be thinking of you, Laura and Stephen in the coming days; May GOD wrap his arms around you.

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  • Comment Link Ken Cooley Thursday, 16 July 2020 21:31 posted by Ken Cooley

    Praying for the family during this difficult time. I haven't seen Ted since I left MSU, but have many memories of him. Particularly, of him sliding down a hill with a watermelon. Ask one of the MSU guys about this.
    Continue to know that God is in control. Look towards Him for His peace.

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  • Comment Link Pam Hitt Thursday, 16 July 2020 14:15 posted by Pam Hitt

    Nancy, Steven, and Laura
    I’m so sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. He was certainly a precious man. Please know that my most sincere sympathy and prayers are with you all as you go through these sad days ahead.
    All my love,
    Pam Lea Hitt

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  • Comment Link Jullia and Chuck Ivey Thursday, 16 July 2020 06:53 posted by Jullia and Chuck Ivey

    Nancy, Laura and Stephen,
    We will miss J Ted. He was a true friend to me and so many. He was a kind, giving and happy man that loved his family and friends.
    God bless each of you.
    Jullia and Chuck

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  • Comment Link Gloria Allen Wednesday, 15 July 2020 17:51 posted by Gloria Allen

    My Dear Nancy,
    I think of you so often. I couldnt have made it my first year in Brookhaven without you! You are such a wonderful person and Ted was as well. He always treated e so kindly and was such a kind man. Time passes so fast. Even after we bonded when we taught our Title classes I always knew you were such a sweet person. I know you will miss Ted as will many others. Thank you, Nancy, for helping me navigate the Federal Program we taught as well being a special friend. I will pray for you ajd your children. I a forever grateful to have known you and Ted. may God bless you and your Laura and Stephen.

    Gloria Allen
    21cPeninsula Drive
    Madison, MS

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  • Comment Link Sandra and Billy Thomas Wednesday, 15 July 2020 13:10 posted by Sandra and Billy Thomas

    So sorry to hear this! Ted was such a great guy! He was always so kind! Prayers for the family!

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  • Comment Link Barry Newell Wednesday, 15 July 2020 09:19 posted by Barry Newell

    Nancy, Laura, Stephen:
    Sorry to hear of Ted's passing. Praying
    for you and may God's peace and
    comfort be with you at this time and in the days to come.
    Barry

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  • Comment Link Betty Richardson Tuesday, 14 July 2020 23:23 posted by Betty Richardson

    My prayers are with you at this difficult time. He was a great person and a friend.

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