Evan Howell "Hal" Evans

Evan Howell “Hal” Evans, Jr., 76 of Avondale, PA died Tuesday May 12, 2020 at Pocopson Home, West Chester, PA. 

He was the husband of Darlene Naumowich Evans.

Born January 4, 1944 in Ridley Park, PA, he was the son of the late Evan Howell Evans and Rita Borland Evans. 

In the 1970's, he began working at the Vilsmeier Auction Company alongside Jerry Flemming creating a true experience for both the buyers and sellers of equipment and heavy machinery. During his lifetime career, he was a respected Salesman and Auctioneer in Construction Equipment.

Hal was an active member with the Suburban Contractors Assn., and the Delaware Contractors Assn., and past member of the West Chester Golf & Country Club.  

He was a Lacrosse enthusiast and consistent presence on the sidelines of many Henderson Warrior Lacrosse games and often called the "third referee".  Hal was an avid supporter of the Philadelphia Eagles and was always known to be smart, have a quick wit and a great sense of humor.

The family would like to thank the nursing staff at Pocopson Home for the exceptional care extended to them in their time of need.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children Evan Michael Evans (Sandy) and Jody E. Rollins (Markham F. III); grandchildren, Emily Evans, Owen Evans, Evann Specht, Madeline Specht and Jordan Specht.

Services and interment will be private.

Contributions may be made to Pocopson Home, 1695 Lenape Rd. West Chester, PA 19382.

Arrangements by DellaVecchia, Reilly, Smith & Boyd Funeral Home, Inc. of West Chester, PA 610-696-1181; www.DellaFH.com.