09/05/1953 - 07/20/2025
Mr. John Thomas “Bu Jack” Evans, age 71, of South Hill, died on Sunday July 20, 2025. He was the welding instructor for Southside Virginia Community College. John is survived by his wife, Michelle B. Evans of South Hill; his two sons: Larry Powell of Richmond and Shon Evans of South Hill (Shalonda); his two daughters: Charity Evans of Prince George (Dale) and Venus Haley Evans of Emporia (Daniel); his three sisters: Shirley Fells of Kansas, Linda Steed of South Hill and Joy Jackson of New Jersey; his brother, Clarence Stone of Richmond and his ten grandchildren. A Celebration of John's Life will be held on Saturday August 2nd at 1:00 P.M. in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Evans family.
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Family
My Sincere Condolences to the Evans Family. Sleep in Peace Cuz.
Friend
Rest Easy my friend a very kind hearted man who would do anything for you I have known him for many years always had a big smile
Mrs.
To the Evans Family we extend our heartfelt condolences and we pray for your strength during this difficult time.
From the Neal/Holmes Family.
Best Man
Bu Jack was the best welder I knew. And I know he was a Super husband, a super dad, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be missed tremendously by everyone who knew him. If you knew him, you were better for it. I worked with him for 16 years and he always had a smile to share.
GREAT FRIEND
OH HOW MUCH I WILL MISS YOU COMING BY FRANK AUTO REST IN HEAVING
Mrs.
Im so sorry for your loss I know no amount of words can express your pain and sorrow and this time. Please know I am hear for you anytime. Sending prayers and love to you and your family my friend. LOVE YOU
Our condolences
We were shocked and saddened to read about his passing. He was such a great guy and passionate about his work at SVCC. He will be missed!
Condolences
To Shon and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. If anyone needs a person to talk to and vent please don’t hesitate to call me at 571-440-9108 day or night.
Mrs
Prayers for the family! Mr. Evans was such a great man! He worked with my husband, Keith Moore at Dominion energy! He will truly be missed by so many!
To the Evans Family,
I just wanted you to know how much my son thought of Mr. Evans. He truly looked up to him. Mr. Evans was a wonderful mentor and had a positive impact on so many young lives. His guidance, kindness, and dedication will never be forgotten.
Charity's ex-manager
Dear Charity and the Evans Family,
I was heartbroken to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.
Charity, you were truly an outstanding employee, and I know without a doubt that your father was incredibly proud of the smart, driven, and compassionate person you are. Keep striving for excellence—your father’s love and pride will always be with you, and he will forever remain your guardian angel.
Wishing the Evans family comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Ramona
Just by reading the posted condolences so far, you will get a clear picture of who John was. I never saw John when he was not smiling and he was always respectful to all. I know what kind of an employee he was in his prior job with Dominion and I am sure he was an even better Instructor with SVCC. He always took great pride in his work. John was the most calm, and even tempered person I knew and he never seemed to be in a bad mood and that I was thankful for. 🙂 This is a most definite loss to so many.
My condolences to the Family
My condolences to the Family
To the Evans Family,
I’m grateful that I had the opportunity to work with Bu Jack, he was a great man.
Don’t let go of your precious memories. They’ll get you through this difficult time.
Deepest Condolences
My, oh my. My sincere condolences to the Evans family especially Shon and Charity. Although, I met BuJack in my teen years – there was something special about him. He is one of those people when you think of them – you just smile. And, BuJack had that sweet, sweet smile and spirit. I know, that he has touched many lives and will be remembered by all his friends and family. Remember all the sweet memories and know that you will see him again. God’s blessings to each of you during this time – continue to trust God in all things.
Bettie, Ránalda and Moníque
Family
A humble friend have left. Always free to a good talk and laugh. Family so sorry for your loss.
Cuz
Bu Jack, Mack Hayes, Felton, and Garrett Overbey all grew up together .We are all related. We were all together on Sunday after church,
either at Aunt Rosa or Aunt Gracie. We ate and played.
We all grew up and went seperate ways.Bujack was in my wedding.
Although I have talked to him abut 20 years, but When I talked to Gerard I always asked about Bu jack and Mack.
Sorry for this day. Condolences to your family.
Condolences
Dear Family please know you are in my prayers . John alway had a smile to brighten your day. Kind words given when ever we spoke . knowing him will be a blessed memory to have and know he was the kindest .
Vjremarks@yahoo.com
Michele My condolences to you & your family .
Colleague
To the Evans family, my condolences for your loss. I will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. While I didn’t have the priviledge of talking to John often, whenever I did, it was like we were best friends. He was a very kind and gentle person and will be missed by his SVCC family. Treasure your memories!
Praying for family
Prayers to the Evans family and friends..so sorry for your loss… a great person much love and respect for you Bu Jack.. going to miss you
Friend and Colleague
This is so hard to write. If anyone deserves good words it is John Evans. I have been doubly blessed to know him as a friend but also to see his life and abilities poured into countless others and what a difference he made in the lives of so many. John was someone everyone loved and everyone respected. He was always in the welding lab helping someone outside of class, preparing them for an interview, repairing something to help them out personally. He welded with the governor, with state leaders, and it didn’t matter who he was teaching or talking to, he was light and he treated everyone with the same positive, warm energy. He will be missed in many ways. Michelle and family, there are many at the college who are praying for you and are there for you. God bless you John Evans I cannot imagine the joy you have right now.
cousin
You will truly be missed. LOVE Henry Garnes
cousin
I will always miss your,companyand our good times,together,
HENRY GARNES
YOU WILL BE MISSED LOVE ALWAYS.CUZ.
Prayers for peace and comfort for John’s family. While we did not work at the same SVCC campus, I had a number of opportunities to spend time with John, including our awesome softball outing at one of our work events, and I always appreciated his warm welcome and kind smile. I know he positively impacted the lives of many aspiring welders and was the kind of colleague all of us hope to be. Praises for his heavenly home, even as those of us still here mourn his loss.
Earnestine Jones Stukes
To the Evans so sorry about the passing of BuJack very kind and respectful person. Never hear him say a mean word to anyone. Glad I got to know him.May God give you all the comfort and strength y’all need. Praying
To the Evans Family
Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to you. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers during this difficult time.
Condolences to the Evan Family
My deepest condolence to the Evan family. I will be praying for the family.
Sorry for your loss