Roy Evans

Roy died of natural causes in his sleep ? unexpectedly. He was born in Westchester County , New York , and grew up in Southern California (from age 6). He attended Hollywood High School (class of 1962), and earned his Civil Engineering Degree from UCLA in 1968 and moved to San Francisco where he lived until his death. He traveled parts of the world in some exotic ways including much of the U.S. by train, Rio de Janeiro on a merchant ship, and Vietnam as a teacher. Roy was loving, stubborn, intelligent, authentic, articulate, often late, and always dependable. He was the cherished father of Amber, Ben and Brian Evans , and grandfather to Kyle Troll, the beloved brother to Frank Evans, Gail Cassee , Tom Evans, and their spouses, the adored uncle to four nephews, a niece and their families. Survived by Beth Foote, his former wife of 20 years and mother of his sons, and Lynn Werner the mother of his daughter. Preceded in death by his mother Alice Leonard Evans, just last year, and father, Benjamin Franklin Evans, Jr. An engineer for the State of California for over 35 years, Roy contributed to key infrastructure, rail safety, and rate payer protection policies. He particularly loved field investigations on the McCloud River Railroad. He danced multiple nights a week, often re-doing a class to make sure he got the steps right, and stepped out at Lindy-in-the-Park on many a Sunday. He actively participated in Men?s Division International (MDI) since 2002, and was a congregation member of the Community Miracles Center since 2001. He enjoyed a broad and supportive community in his last years. Next spring, post retirement, he envisioned himself sailing the world as a dance host on cruise ships. He left unfinished business; but he left no question of his unconditional love for his family.A celebration of his life will be held in San Francisco on Saturday Dec. 20, 2008 at 3368 Jackson St (at Laurel ) at 4:00pm ? his community is warmly invited. Call 415-624-5569 or 415-388-7053 for more info. Memorial donations may be made to ?Knowledge is the Key? 200 Davey Glen Road , Belmont , CA 94002 to benefit Roy ?s friend, seriously injured in a bicycle accident, or a charity of your choice.On-line condolences may be offered by clicking on "SIGN GUESTBOOK". Memorials: Memorial donations may be made to ?Knowledge is the Key? 200 Davey Glen Road , Belmont , CA 94002 to benefit Roy ?s friend, seriously injured in a bicycle accident, or a charity of your choice. Services: 4:00PM at 3368 Jackson Street (at Laurel), San Francisco on Saturday, December 20th, 2008

Roy Evans

August 1, 1944 - December 7, 2008