David B. Evans, 71, passed away Sunday, September 26, 2010, at The Toledo Hospital. He was born in Toledo, Ohio, to Robert B. "Bob" and Irene (Nickerson) Evans on May 28, 1939. A graduate of Scott High School, David attended Ohio State University. After serving in the United States Air Force, David enrolled at the University of Toledo. Upon completing his Bachelor's Degree, he continued on to earn a Master of Arts in History. David spent most of his career teaching Social Studies/History at Roy C. Start High School. Upon retirement from Start, he worked part time at the Toledo Zoo and was a volunteer in their Education Department. His memberships included New Hope United Methodist Church (Toledo), Phi Alpha Theta History Honorary, Toledo University Alumni Association, Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, American Legion Post #335, and Association of Zoo and Aquarium Docents. David was a member of Robinson-Locke Masonic Lodge #659, Past High Priest of Ft. Meigs (Ft. Industry Chapter); Graton M Acklin Council No. 127, Lafayette Lyttle Commandery No. 77, Apollo Tabernacle No. 1, and Scottish Rite Valley of Toledo. He was also a member of Zenobia Shrine, Past Captain General of the Marching Patrol, Past President of the Crusaders, charter member of the Legion of Honor, Past Master and current associate chaplain of Lucas County Memorial Lodge, member of the Royal Order of Jester's, Toledo Court No. 21, and currently serving as Sovereign Master of Turkeyfoot Allied Masonic Degrees No. 253. David is survived by his wife, Judy; nieces, (special niece, Lynda Miracle) and nephews; several cousins; and his extended family, Carol Slezak, Katie Vipperman, Kari Shuck, Jenny Fisher, and Denise Buchele and his furry faithful companion, Simba. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Beverly Evans Babineau. Visitation will be held at Walker Funeral Home, 5155 W. Sylvania Ave. (west of Corey Rd.) on Tuesday, September 28, from 2 to 8 pm and Wednesday, September 29, from 4 to 8 pm with Masonic Services at 7:30 pm. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, September 30, at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow at Toledo Memorial Park. The family wishes to thank Dr. William Facey, all the "angels" of The Toledo Hospital HVSICU, Dr. Fadhil Hussien, and especially Dr. Donald Crescenzo for their wonderful care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Toledo Zoo, P.O Box 140130, Toledo, Ohio 43614; Toledo Area Humane Society, 1920 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, OH 43537-4001 or Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 East River Rd, Perrysburg, Ohio, 43551-3429. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com .
Mr. Evans was my favorite teacher. I had him for American History in my junior year at SHS. I wrote his epithath as an English project for Mr. St John's class. The copy of the paper was given to Mr. Evans, who read it to all of his classes. I thought I would have been in BIG trouble. He was great. He teased many students, sat on the desk in front of the middle row. He really made history interesting, and was an inspiration to check out historical places as an adult. I guess this is truly the "End of Evans". May he rest in peace.
Jo Anne Michael (Killion)
Barbara Kridel (Jacoby)
Mr. Evans was my favorite teacher. I had him for American History in my junior year at SHS. I wrote his epithath as an English project for Mr. St John's class. The copy of the paper was given to Mr. Evans, who read it to all of his classes. I thought I would have been in BIG trouble. He was great. He teased many students, sat on the desk in front of the middle row. He really made history interesting, and was an inspiration to check out historical places as an adult. I guess this is truly the "End of Evans". May he rest in peace.
Barb (Kridel) Jacoby