Shannon Evans, 44, passed on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in Montgomery, AL.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, March 22, 2025 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Desi Morgan, officiating. Public viewing is 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Mr. Shannon Lamar Evans was born June 7, 1980, in Phenix City, Alabama, to Lois Jean Evans and the late Marshall Lewis Evans.
He departed this life on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. He is survived by his loving mother Lois Jean Evans; two siblings, his sisters Katrina Taylor Edmond and Shelia Evans Mathis ; his grandfather Ralph Evans and step-grandmother Victoria Evans, several, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins and a community of other family, friends and love ones that will cherish his memories.
Shannon was a loving and supportive husband to Demetria Webster of Opelika, Alabama, a loving father to his three sons, Treyveriol Glover-Evans, Shannon Lamar Evans Jr., and Javeon Evans, and his daughter Teontia T’cheal Shantrey Evans, and stepdaughter Jadah Thomas.
Shannon was a proud professional truck driver for over a decade. He began his trucking career with Swift and later joined the Walmart fleet. He served as an Ambassador for Walmart and a trainer for new drivers. He was a professional who continuously operated safely. On the day of his Medical Emergency, he parked his truck safely off the road, turned on his hazard lights, and followed safety procedures to ensure the safety of others while awaiting Emergency Services arrival.
Shannon was known for being a respectful, kind, and professional leader amongst his peers. He loved fishing and making his yard look the best in the neighborhood. He enjoyed giving fun facts about life, nature, and history. Shannon will be missed by many who loved and cherished him, including many lifelong friends, but God loved him most. Shannon was a born-again believer and follower of Jesus Christ.
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RIP Mr Truck Driver, we got the wheel from here......❤️❤️❤️
Dear family, there are no words to express the sorrow & the feeling of loss time. Missed the opportunity to meet & know my nephew. Praying for strength for our family during these difficult days & that with time peace will heal & comfort all hearts. With heartfelt sympathy, on behalf of my father, Ralph Evans & mother Victoria Evans & family.
On behalf of the Asset Protection team at DC 6054, you will be missed. Your smile was infectious and your spirit supreme. Rest well. Monica Brown
Man, I'm at a loss for words! This one really hurts. My condolences to the family. Shannon touched so many lives in the very best way. I'm grateful I got the chance to know him as both a colleague and a friend. You will be missed dearly my brother. Love you my guy and may u rest in paradise!
Man you will be missed, we needed you but God needed an angel for training more... rest in peace.
Your friend Lowdown
Nothing but great memories of Shannon. My deepest condolences to the family. I know Antonio met him at the gates. Rest well. Gone too soon.Marsha Preer
My heart felt condolences to Shannon's family, may you find comfort and peace in knowing how good of friend he was to many @ 7819 Walmart Fleet. Take your rest Shannon we'll take it from here.
Thank you for raising me to the woman I've become today...rest easy dad.
Rest easy, Walmart Driver. Shannon was a gentleman, always polite and smiling. Walmart Fleet will miss you. Hugs to your family and loved ones.
I gentle great soul great brother always had a smile. He will be greatly missed. Rest easy brother we'll take it from here.
Shannon was a light in the dark, one of my best friends and someone you could talk to about anything! He loved everyone equally and it was a pleasure working with and knowing Shannon in general! He will be missed for sure!
Shannon was a GREAT guy!!! He made our days and nights at Walmart pleasant. He WILL be missed @ DC #7819 and we will NEVER be the same! Praying for you ALL
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