Howard  Wayne Evans began his life's journey on September 19,1936. The family of  Virgil and Virginia  Evans made their home in Des Arc at the time of his birth.  He was the sixth born of nine children and became simply known as Wayne.  He would remain a lifetime resident of Des Arc.

Proud to do his part in service to his country, Wayne served in the United States Army. In civilian life he became a welder and boiler maker by trade and member of the Union #253.

He was blessed in life to become a husband, father and grandfather. He married  Marie Doolin and they were blessed with the birth of three children, Michael, Debbie and Judy.

Wayne loved being outdoors and enjoyed living along the banks of the White River. There were plenty of place to enjoy fishing and hunting  and opportunities to see the scenery on a  motorcycle ride. Wayne also enjoyed  collecting coins.

Wayne attended the Gospel Mission Church in Des Arc during times of worship and fellowship. On Monday January 9, 2024 Wayne passed away peacefully at Unity Baptist Hospital in Searcy, Arkansas at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward Virgil and Edith Virginia (Hedtrick) Evans, wife Marie, daughters, Debbie Evans, Judy Evans and son Michael Evans, sisters Geraldine Miller, Margaret Folts, Sue Crider and Patsy Landtrip.

Howard is survived by brothers Bob Evans of Beebe, Alton Evans of Des Arc and Jerry (Linda) Evans of Millington, TN, sister Florence Burling of Cabot and grandson Jeremy (Somer) Bokker , great-granddaughters Madelyn (Logan) Dulany, Maci Bokker, Leila Bokker and Elaina Bokker.