Harvey L. Evans

Harvey Lamont Evans, was born in Beebe Hospital in Lewes, Delaware on September 26, 1949. He was the son of the late Harvey and Florence Evans both who preceded him in death. He ended his earthly pilgrimage on January 11, 2016 at Future Care Rehabilitation Facility in Baltimore, Maryland. Harvey received his formal education in the public schools of Dorchester County, Maryland. He graduated from Mace’s Lane High School, a proud member of the class of 1971. He received his bachelor’s degree in Education from what is now Bowie State University (BSU). While matriculating at BSU, Harvey was a charter member of Delta Mu chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. He was a lifetime member and continued to serve and support his beloved fraternity until his death. Harvey was also elected president of his freshmen class at BSU and was a member of the Executive Branch Student Government. Harvey retired from the Prince Georges County school system where he served proudly as a teacher. He also taught in Federalsburg, MD, and Oxon Hill, MD. He loved teaching and made numerous friends during his tenure. Many students he taught maintained close relationships into adulthood. He continued to maintain friendships with the administrators, teachers and students he worked closely with throughout his career. Harvey was raised in the church and began his walk with the Lord at an early age joining Mount Hope United Methodist Church, Finchville, MD. After moving to Baltimore, MD, he maintained his membership with Mount Hope United Methodist Church while attending several churches in the Baltimore area. Harvey along with his siblings participated in worship and in fellowship at Mount Hope and other churches in the area. Harvey worked feverishly to do the Lord’s work, supporting various church organizations specifically the United Methodist Women in honor of his mother. Harvey spent many years working in Mount Hope where he willingly served in the choir, the United Methodist Men, the Willing Workers, Sunday School, Worship Leader, Administrative Council, Finance Committee and the Annual Church Home-Coming activities. Harvey loved the church and was extremely active serving physically, as well as, financially until his health failed. Harvey exhibited the characteristics of a strong and spiritual person as he interacted lovingly with his immediate and church family. He served as a positive and nurturing role model to the children he taught as they matriculated into adulthood. He never failed to assist others in their time of need. He was instrumental in ensuring high pursuits and excellence of anyone he came in touch with. Harvey held students to high standards and seeing their success was a constant source of joy for him. Those who knew Harvey remembered him as an outspoken and vocal individual. His message to the kids he taught was, “Always do the right thing”. Over the years, he helped many friends overcome adversity. He deeply believed that education was the key for our children’s future. Harvey was always a doer. Whether you asked or not he always knew what was right for you and what you needed to do but never wanted you to tell him what was right for him or what he needed to do. If giving unsolicited advice was a crime he would have been in jail for life. Harvey was most proud of the accomplishments of his brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews especially his god children, Charisse Holmes and Bruce “BJ” Evans, Jr. His leisure time activities included traveling, eating out with friends, family outings playing cards, board games, recreational activities and listening to Gospel music. He possessed a kind and warm-hearted personality. He had a gregarious smile and a warm sense of humor that he shared freely. As a God fearing man he followed the tenants of Jesus Christ and ensured that his family followed in his footsteps. He was a strong, dignified, and above all, friendly, man that will be missed by many. He leaves to cherish loving memories with his two sisters: Faye Evans-Stanley of Finchville, MD and Beverly Holmes (Albert) of Laurel, DE; Five brothers, Vance Bolden Sr. (Doris) of Finchville, MD, Vincent Evans Sr. (Sheila) of Seaford, DE, Bruce Evans Sr. of Salisbury, MD, Vaughn Evans Sr. (Sharon) of Hurlock, MD and Booker Evans (Anita) of Bryans Road, MD; Seventeen nieces and nephews, Brenda Ice, Patrice Stanley, Carlton Stanley, Jr., Albert Holmes III, Charisse Holmes (his godchild), Vaughn Evans Jr., Renita Evans, Caitlyn Evans, Christian Evans, Vincent Evans, Jr., Brent Evans, Marchelle Smith, Vanette Smith, Shervon Bolden, Rhonda Bolden, Vance Bolden, Jr., and Bruce Evans, Jr (his godchild).; Seven great nieces, Seven great nephews and a host of cousins and friends. Two sisters, Brenda and Sharon, and one brother, Harvey Jr., preceded him in death. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Harvey L. Evans, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Harvey L. Evans

September 26, 1949 - January 11, 2016