Billy Ray Evans
August 20, 1951 - September 01, 2024
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Billy Ray Evans
August 20, 1951 - September 01, 2024
Obituary
Billy Ray Evans passed away in his home after an extended illness on 09/01/2024.
Billy was born in Miami, Arizona on 08/20/1951. Billy retired from Salt River Project in 2006.
Prior to that Billy worked in the mines including Magma Copper Co. In 1982 Billy received a Carnegie Medal (Carnegie Hero) for risking his life to save others during a mine cave in at Superior, Arizona. Billy enjoyed deer hunting, and camping. Billy was an avid rockhound and made beautiful jewelry as a hobby.
Billy is survived by his wife Debbie of 47 years. Billy was blessed with Daughters including Monique, Bobbi Jo, Staci, Dawn “Skeeter”, Aaron, and Jessica. He is survived by his niece Cassandra whom he loved like a daughter. Billy’s legacy lives on through his granddaughters: Vickie, Audree, Renda and Johanna. Grandsons: Jesse, Triston, Joseph, Justin, Julian, Noah, and Dyllan. Billy was a proud great grandpa to his great grandsons: Jusiah, Maui, Hero, Sven, Zander, Zephyr, and Great Granddaughter Zelda. Billy is also survived by his emotional support dog Mimi.
Due to an emergency home repair, the family kindly asks that you check social media or call for updates regarding Billy’s Celebration of Life, which is tentatively planned for November. The date will depend on the completion of the repair. We appreciate your understanding and support during this time. The family would like to thank everyone who reached out during this difficult time.
3 responses to Billy Ray Evans
Vickie Peterson says:
September 16, 2024
Grandpa you were always there whenever needed, growing up and my favorite thing to do with you is sit down and eat Godzilla ice cream and watching Arizona diamond backs play!!!! Sitting on the porch while you smoke and I play with honey, coco, Maddie and chicos crazy grumpy self!
Your great grandson Maui has a serious questions….
Maui: why did grandpa go to heaven
Me: great grandpa was called to heaven because god needed grandpa more
Maui: but god doesn’t want us?
Me: no Maui not right now hopefully not for a long time!
Maui: well I needed great grandpa so he can send him back right?
Me: it doesn’t work that way son when god needs you, you will go to heaven and you will wait for him to call you home when he’s ready!
Maui: okay but why…..
This conversation is still going bless his little five year old heart… You are truly loved and missed very much
Your first granddaughter and your great grandsons
Aaron says:
September 18, 2024
I am lighting this candle for your soul & spirit, may you rest peacefully. I love you! Aaron, Thunderbird & Romeo
Jessica Alonzo says:
September 20, 2024
My dad was an incredible man. He wasn’t just my softball coach; he taught me everything I know about sports and life. Though he had a tough exterior, he was deeply kind and caring. He was a wonderful Papa to my kids, and I’ll always cherish how he taught my son Julian how to whistle. Dad loved the outdoors—whether it was hunting, fishing, or 4-wheeling through the Arizona desert—and those moments we shared are memories I hold close. He was also a talented jewelry maker, creating beautiful pieces with the same passion he put into everything he did. His love for music and art is something I’ve passed on to my children. Though I miss him dearly, I see his presence in the lessons he left with me, and I carry him in my heart every day.