of Mayflower, AR
December 23, 1934 - July 2, 2025
James (Jim) Evans passed away at the age of 90 at 4am, July 2, 2025. He was born in Cabot on December 23, 1934 to Owen and Hazel Evans.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Owen and Hazel Evans; his daughter, Alma (Evans) Hall; his sisters, Carol Shaw, Wanda Cox, Ione Mitchell and Freda Marlene and his brothers, Bill Evans and Sammy Evans.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley (Harmon) Evans of almost 70 years (August 6th); his children, Jimmy (Kim) Evans, Billy (Gail) Evans and Pricilla (Kieth) McCord and son-in-law, Kenny (Natalie) Hall; grandchildren, Jordan (Audry) McCord, Dakota (Angel) McCord, Joseph (Jennifer) Evans, Cody McCord, Savannah (Dillon) Carpenter and Lane Evans and 5 great-grandchildren, Caden Evans, Hayden Evans, Oliver Evans, Ada McCord and Layton McCord.
During Jim's time he would work on farms, riding horseback on his favorite horse, ''Ol Blue'', and herding cattle for Ralph Harrell. He then went to Morgan Steel Buildings in 1963, where he was inspired to start his own business, Evan's Building Service and began to work on buildings around Arkansas.
In October of 1980 he started working with Jackson Jordan on the railroad, then began working with his sons, Jimmy and Billy in his own business and traveling all over America, after 21 years, he retired in 2000.
He then went to work for his brother at H.W. Tucker Farms working cattle and helping around the farm, which was one of his favorite things to do.
He enjoyed spending time with his grandkids, gardening and having everyone together at his house.
There will be a visitation at 10:00am at Mayflower United Pentecostal Church in Mayflower with an 11:00am funeral service to follow. Interment will be at Mayflower Cemetery following the service.
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15 Condolence(s)
Jeff & Tiger Landers
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Our heartfelt prayers go out to Jimmy's entire family at this time. I don't think I can ever recall ever seeing him without a smile on his face.
Keith Mitchell
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Uncle Jim was raised by two of the best parents I’ve ever known and it showed in how he helped Aunt Shirley raise their family. He was a really good man and well respected by many. He always treated me like one of his own anytime I was around him and for that I am grateful. Jimmy, Billy, Alma, and Priscilla always treated me like a sibling and that was a direct reflection of how they were raised. One of my best memories as a kid was Christmas every year at Ma and Pa Evan’s. I couldn’t wait for Uncle Jim to get there because sometimes he would show up looking like John Dutton from the show YELLOWSTONE. As a kid, seeing him all dressed up like a cowboy was a highlight for me and something I will always remember. My prayers are with all of the family. Uncle Jim will be missed but never forgotten. Love ya Unc
Becky Cullum
Monday, July 7, 2025
Sorry to hear about brother Jim passing, he will be great missed. My heart goes out to all the family and friends. But it goes out double to sister Shirley. I know what you are going through. God will get you through this. I am a phone call away. I love you!
Pamela Fuller
Monday, July 7, 2025
To the Evans family so so sorry for your loss good man and family man RIP
Byron Long
Monday, July 7, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I grew up around this man a lot of my life and I can say he was one of kind. I love this family and I will miss Jim.
Karon Yant
Monday, July 7, 2025
He was truly a great man. I enjoyed the time I lived across the street from him and the stories he would tell me about my family
Narcie Holley
Sunday, July 6, 2025
So sorry Shirley there are no words to describe the feeling of losing your spouse I'm praying for you and your family. I'm in Springdale at Haley my oldest. Granddaughters she came after me Sat and will bring me home Wed. Love you Narcie Holley
Thom Edwards
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Jim was always smiling and such a great person to be around. My prayers are with you all at this time.
Glenda D. Graham McNew
Sunday, July 6, 2025
Christie and I send our condolences to Shirley and family! We had the Evans as neighbors for many years and we love your family! We are sorry to hear Jim passed but happy for Jim that he can rest with Jesus!
Leila Ritter
Saturday, July 5, 2025
I’m so sad to hear about Mr Jim’s passing. Growing up with Alma, Jimmy, Billy and Pricilla was one of my favorite memories. My deepest condolences and prayers are with all of the family 🙏
Vicki Booher
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Prayers of comfort and peace during this time for all of Jim’s family!
Bobby Evans
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Pat Carlarose
Friday, July 4, 2025
We love this family
Peggy earnhart
Friday, July 4, 2025
Thinking of you and family. Will miss him
Holly Evans
Thursday, July 3, 2025
I remember Uncle Jim always telling family stories and laughing and welcoming us with open arms whenever we came to visit. When I think of him I always smile.