James Evers, age 76, of Greenveiw, passed away on Wednesday March 6, 2013 at Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Petersburg.
He is survived by a son, Andy Evers; nieces and nephews, Lynn Power, Lonnie Power, Lorna Power, Larry Power, and Lisa Power; and several great nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Alta Hinch Evers; and a sister, Dixie Power.
Jim was born February 23, 1937 in Greenview.
He worked for Sangamo as a machine operator for many years, Cramer Implement as a truck driver, and Hilton Hotel in Springfield as a security guard. He also farmed in the Greenview area for several years.
Jim was a past member and Fire Chief of the Greenview Fire Department. He was a member of the Greenview Christian Church, and was a Past Commander and life member of the Greenview AMVET Post #179.
Visitation will be held at from 9:00 until time of funeral services at 11:00 AM at the Greenview Christian Church on Friday, March 8, 2013.
Rev. Blake Canterbury officiating.
Burial will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Greenview.
Memorials can be made to Greenview Christian Church in lieu of flowers.
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Posted March 7th, 2013 at 6:17 am
Rod and I are so sorry for your loss. Jim always was fun to talk to, we always “caught up” at the Labor Day Celebration each year. He is now in Heaven with others who love him too.
Posted March 7th, 2013 at 12:45 pm
On behalf of Greenview United, we express our condolences to the family and friends of Jim. May God comfort you during this time. Pastor Stephanie
Posted March 8th, 2013 at 12:20 pm
Our deepest sympathy to the Evers and Power families. The last time my Mom (Jenine Ridge)and I(Sharon Ridge) saw Jim we had the nicest chat about him and my Dad (Phil) going to a basketball game out of town and how much fun they had. It was always so nice to visit with him and catch up. Greenview has lost another wonderful person from our past.
Posted March 8th, 2013 at 2:20 pm
My deepest sympathy to the Evers and Power families. Jim was a good friend and was one of the nicest men I’ve known. He will be missed by so many people.
Posted March 8th, 2013 at 7:28 pm
My sympathies are to you, Andy, and family. My aunt and uncle were Marie and Albert Cordes. My family visited with the Evers and the Behrends in Greenview when I was younger. I remember going to the big house there by Greenview and visiting with the various relatives. I enjoyed visiting with your dad when I saw him but had not seen him in a long time. May God comfort you as only He can.