Robert Wayne Evans was born March 25, 1943 in Ramer, TN the son of the late Marjorie Evans Russom.

Mr. Evans grew up in Selmer, TN and graduated from Selmer High School. After high school, he moved to Memphis where he worked for Memphis Light, Gas and Water and retired after 37 years. He was a member of Bellevue Baptist Church. He was a very devoted husband, father and grandfather. His family was always a priority and his greatest joy was spending time with his grandkids.

Mr. Evans departed this life on August 10, 2012 in Memphis, Tennessee at the age of 69 Years, 4 Months, 16 Days. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Lindolyn Jernigan Evans of Cordova, TN; a daughter, Leigh Evans of Cordova, TN; a son, Robert Bryan Evans and wife Angela of Germantown, TN; four grandchildren, Kayla, Grace, Collin, and Grant Evans; father and mother-in-law, Lewis and Mary Jernigan of Selmer, TN; host of extended family and friends.