Date of Death: February 13, 2025
Service Details
Visitation will be held at Hohner Funeral Home on Friday, February 21, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. where a celebration of life will begin at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor LaChanuj Shelton officiating. A livestream of his service is available here.
Obituary Notice
Robert Jess Evans, age 59, passed away surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with ALS disease on Friday, February 13, 2025 at Rose Arbor Hospice Residence of Kalamazoo. He was born in Three Rivers the son of Robert Allen and Ruth Ann (Rexford) Evans on April 20, 1965.
Jess graduated from Three Rivers High School and went onto work for the Paper Mill in Constantine and American Axle in Three Rivers. He was united in marriage to Alisa Brown on September 6, 1985 and together they shared many happy memories.
Robert was an avid fisherman and hunter. When he wasn’t hunting or fishing, he was cheering on the Lions, Michigan State University, the Pistons, or the Tigers. He enjoyed spending time with his precious chihuahua, Sis, and his 3 ducks. Robert loved spending time with his family the most. He was the happiest when he was watching his children and grandchildren excel in sports. He was their biggest fan.
He was preceded in passing by wife, Alisa Evans; mother, Ruth Claussen; and father, Robert Allen Evans.
Surviving to cherish his memory are daughter, Joslynn (Damian) Newburry; sons, Aaron Brown, Jordan (Tiffanie) Evans, and Jason (Emily Kipker) Evans; step father, Jeff Claussen; step-brother, Joe Claussen; grandchildren; Drew, Dylan, Makinly, Carsyn, Braxton, Kavion, Thalia, Drake, Cecilia, Jersie, Jace, Giavanna, Evan, and Sofia.
Additional Information
Memorial donations may be directed to Three Rivers Sports Boosters. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.
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A Great guy and the guy you wanted on your side, always a smile and solid hand shake when we would run into each other, i bought his white cutlas supreme that he had in school, if that car could have talked we would all still be in trouble, Rest In Peace Big J
Big J. had soft ball great times,
Jess, it has been my pleasure enjoying your friendship.
Rest in peace.
So very sorry to all the family for the loss of this great man. May he rest in peace and forever be reunited with his true love that passed before him..no more sickness, no more pain..he will forever live in the hearts of all that knew him..once again, sending my deepest condolences
Condolences and Prayers to the Evans Family.
He was a Great Evans Family Man
Rest in Peace Jessie
Absolutely heartbroken that my best childhood friend has passed so young. Love you BIG J
After becoming friends with Jess’s grandmother, Shirley, I learned how proud she was of Jesse and his family. Then I was lucky enough to know Jesse and found that he was a great family man. A fine person that will be so missed.
But those loved by him can hold onto the knowledge that Jesse was so very proud of you! You carry his love with you!
My condolences to the family. May you all find peace in this moment. “Big J” was a good and kind person and will be missed.
Praying God sent the family some peace at this hard time.
Like to give my condolences to all the Evans family.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Jessie was a great man.
Jess will be missed by so many. He touched the heart of many people including me. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved Jesse and my heart breaks for family. Joslynn, Jordie and Jay. Take some comfort knowing your Dad was the best human period
Love you kids
Tammy
Our heart goes out to the family, Big Jay touched so many and was loved by a lot! Prayers go to all!
Love Kathleen and Terry Kutz
So Sad… A good man gone too soon… If you knew or loved him… you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Remember all the good things about him… he would have liked it that way.