Thomas W. Evans

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Visitation Schedule
West Memphis High School Lehr Arena
501 West Broadway
West Memphis, AR  72301
Sunday, May 23, 2010
5:00-9:00 P.M.
Service Schedule
West Memphis High School Lehr Arena
501 West Broadway
West Memphis, AR  72301
Monday, May 24, 2010
2:00 P.M
Cemetery
Crittenden Memorial Park
2206 Highway 64 West
MarionA, AR  72364
Thomas W. Evans

of Crawfordsville, AR

December 30, 1971 - May 20, 2010

Thomas W. "Bill" Evans, 38, of Crawfordsville, AR, passed away Thursday May 20, 2010 in West Memphis, AR. He was a Police Officer for the City of West Memphis. Mr. Evans is survived by his father, Thomas R. "Sonny" Evans of Augusta, AR; his mother, Sharon Scott of Batesville, AR; two sons, Thomas Dylan Evans of Crawfordsville, AR and David Craig Closs of Marion, AR; his fiancee, Sunday Shanks of Crawfordsville, AR; two brothers, Jimmy Evans of Crawfordsville, AR and Andrew St. Clair of Cord, AR; three sisters, Angela R. Driver of Turrell, AR, Joyce Alfaro of Turrell, AR and Shawna Saucier of Southside, AR and two step-sisters, Brittney Neldon of Augusta, AR and Mellisa Higgs of Augusta, AR. The visitation will be Sunday May 23, 2010 from 5:00-9:00 P.M. at Lehr Arena at West Memphis High School. The service will be Monday May 24, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. at the arena and interment following the service in Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR.

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43 Condolence(s)
Melissa Green
Rogersville, AL
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Thursday, January 27, 2022

To .Bill Evans u are truly missed.i miss u everyday think about u everyday not a moment that doesn't pass I don't think about u .U were my high School Sweetheart .I loved an cared for u alot we still remained friends.Sorry it's took me so long to write to u but it was hard on me loosing u.i will never forget u Rip my love.melissa green.

Melissa Green
Rogersville, AL
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Thursday, January 27, 2022

To .Bill Evans u are truly missed.i miss u everyday think about u everyday not a moment that doesn't pass I don't think about u .U were my high School Sweetheart .I loved an cared for u alot we still remained friends.Sorry it's took me so long to write to u but it was hard on me loosing u.i will never forget u Rip my love.melissa green.

Liz Coleman
West Memphis, AR
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Sunday, May 30, 2010

My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. I pray for strength and peace in your spirit.

Sudonna Dye
Heth, AR
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Saturday, May 29, 2010

Angie, I just wanted you to know that I have been thinking about you and your family. All of this was so senseless but yes we live in a world full of sin. This is just a step toward toward eternal life where there are no senseless acts, no sin, only happy joyous blessed times with those we love. I will continue to pray for all of you that God strengthens you during this trying time.

Dianne Ward Youngblood
Monticello, AR
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Thursday, May 27, 2010

Angie, I haven't seen you in years but found out thru friends we worked with at the Health Dept. that Thomas was your brother. Honey I am so so sorry for your lose. I can't imagine the pain that your family and the Pauderts family must feel. The Lord will help all of you get through this, lean on him. With much love. Dianne

Laura Williams
Marion, AR
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Angie....you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Bill will be remembered always for his bravery...Love you so much...Laura

William Amell
Ottawa,
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

To the family, fellow officers and all of Thomas's friends, our deepest condolences go out to you all in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sgt. William Amell, S.D.&G. Ontario Provincial Police Auxiliary Unit.

Beth
marion, AR
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Jeremy & Jerri Lynn Watkins
Marion, AR
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers will be with your family.

AHP Patrolman 1st Class Jeremy Watkins
and family

Brandy Austin
Batesville, AR
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Shawna and Joyce I am so sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love You.

Renee and Jimbo Wood
Marion, AR
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

My god Bless the Family!!

melody
west memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

I attended the service for Officer Evans this afternoon, and though I did not know him, I learned today that he was a great man who loved his family, friends, and community of which he was proud to serve everyday- He along with Sgt Paudert are our heroes! May God be with both of the famiies and our community. Also I would just like to say that the boys in blue have truely demonstrated what 'BROTHERHOOD" is all about...my thanks go out to the WMPD for all that you do- and to all of the officers from all over who took time out of their day to come to wm to pay their respects to our fallen heroes- you all put your lives on the line, and for that i am most grateful!
-Officer Evans...you have left behind a town who loved you, but you have now entered into Beulah Land where your life will be eternal...i shall meet you there one day~
-melody jackson

Janie Townsend
West memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

Thank you so much for serving our city. God Bless your precious family.

Janet Powell
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

Thomas W. Evans was one of the finest officers in West Memphis whose life was taken in such a horrific way. He protected us from harms way and may God Be with him and his family. We have the highest regard for law enforcement in West Memphis, AR. He will be remembered always as his fellow officer taken also. May the Angels watch over your family and our deepest sympathy is with you. Janet and Richard (Dickie) Powell and Kristy, and Amanda Fenster and James Sullivan. Our prayers are with you as well.

Shelly & Shane Helms
Augusta, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

Praying for all of you during your loss. May God comfort you in the days ahead.

Miriam Morrison
San Antonio, TX
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Monday, May 24, 2010

I will pray daily for the family and grieve with them. God grant them peace and understanding. These young men were my heroes by giving their lives to spare ours. Peace be with all that are left behind to wonder why.

Bobby & Ann Gassaway
Horn Lake, MS
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Monday, May 24, 2010

My husband is a retired Police Officer for the City of West Helena. We share in your grief with you. The person that wears the Badge has a love for this job. Hold on to your memories for they will help you thru the days ahead. Matt. 18:20
In Christ's Love,
Bobby & Ann

Mary Kelly
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family of Bill Evans. The sacrifice he made for his city will be long remembered. May you find peace in this most difficult time.

Scott and Sylvia McHaffey
Wilson, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

Our prayers are with the family during thier time of sorrow

Kay Gregory
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

sorry for your loss---

Christi Foltz
Wynne, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Cherish the memories that you had with Bill.

Janice Brown
Conway, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

Thank you, Sir, for your service to our great state and our country. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will never be forgotten. Prayers are with your family, your fellow officers, and the city of West Memphis. Rest in peace, Hero!

Ladd Garey
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010


Keeping the family in our prayers and thoughts.


Ladd and Callie Garey
West Memphis, Ark.

Roddy Garey
West Memphis, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010



Thank you Officer Evans for you brave service to our city. May you rest in peace.

Roddy & Mary Ann Garey
West Memphis, Ar

Mack & Judy McCormick
Parkin, AR
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Monday, May 24, 2010

To the Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of your sorrow. May God be with you always and you will be in our prayers. Mack & Judy

Angela & Jeff Vaughn
Lepanto, AR
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Sunday, May 23, 2010

Dear Evans Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff,Angela &Dalton Vaughn

dennis murphy and family
west memphis, AR
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Sunday, May 23, 2010

our families thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. god bless you all.

WILL AND DEB SMITH
WEST MEMPHIS, AR
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Sunday, May 23, 2010

ALL GAVE SOME, SOME GAVE ALL, BILL, WE LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU, OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE EVANS FAMILY. PRAY FOR ALL OFFICERS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Sandy Logan
West Memphis,
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Sunday, May 23, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Bro. Leroy Rutherford
Cleveland, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

I am at lost of words. may the Lord hear you prayer and give comfort during this time.

Cathey Ingle
Clatonia, NE
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

My heart goes out to the family and with my deepest sympathy.. He was a wonderful person and I am happy to have had the opportunity to serve with him at WMPD. He was a fine and dedicated officer. There was never a doubt, he was always watching your back. He spoke of his family often and liked to tell stories, especially about his brother,Jimmy. He will be deeply missed. Bill, go rest on the mountain.

Jerry& Betty Gibson
Jonesboro., AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

Our Prayers are with you in these sad times our son is Mark Gibson with wm fire dept also swat parmedic
may GOD hold you in his hand and keep you strong
my father was a police office for overf 20 years

Jerry & Betty Gibson

Tammy Morgan Rouse
McCrory, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great person. I knew him when we were in high school and I have never forgetten him since then. He was one of a kind.

Sherry Whitehead Brown
Cave City, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers.Bill will not be forgotten.

Ted Ferguson
Fort Smith, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010


I did not know Mr. Evans, I'm from West Memphis, and I want to let the family know I am proud of this man. He was a great public servant, his bravery will not be forgotten.

ted ferguson
fort smith ar
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Heather Jones
Jonesboro, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

My prayers are with your family today and every day. I am so thankful there are wonderful police officers like you out there to protect us. Rest in peace, Officer.

Nancy Turner
Beebe, AR
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Saturday, May 22, 2010

Epitome of Hero. May we never forget. Our community will never be the same. God be with the West Memphis Police as they attempt to heal and thank you Father for the protection they provide.

Mrs. Angela Carthron
West Memphis, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Evans family.

Floyd Ray
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

Our sincere sympathy. A family member should contact me following services
Represenative- Police & Firemens Insurance

Our prayers are with you

Baker Halley
Alexander, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Our deepest sympathies
Baker Halley and family

Cindy Rook
marion, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

May the love of the Lord surround the entire Evans family during such a difficult time. Please know that Bill's bravery will never be for gotten. You have the support of all of West Memphis and Marion. God be with you all!!!!

Patrick & Ashley Shirley
West Memphis, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

Thank you for your service to our community....you will never be forgotten. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace

Doris Hogan
Earle, AR
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Friday, May 21, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of their loved one. West Memphis also lost a fine upstanding officer.