Charles S. "Charlie" Evans Jr., 72, of Lancaster, formerly of Delaware, passed away on March 9, 2019. Born in Lancaster, he was the child of the late Charles S. Evans Sr. and Bessie L. (Charles) Evans and the beloved husband of Denise Evans.

After graduating from J.P. McCaskey High School, Charlie went on to proudly serve his country as a member of the United States Marines. He served overseas in as a Sergeant in Vietnam before returning home and becoming a member of the Army Reserves. He still remained active within veterans' organizations and was a member of the Atterbury VFW Post 3420. A lover of college sports, Charlie was the Athletic Equipment Manager for Franklin and Marshall University, West Chester University, and Weidner University. Charlie loved watching college football, especially Notre Dame. Go Irish! He also coached football for Midgets, Freshman, and Junior Varsity for Manheim Township School District for several years.

Charlie's passion in life was music. A natural talent, he was an incredible drummer and singer. He played in his own bands; Shades of Time, The Ambassadors, and the Seven Dwarfs, and played along side Ronnie Dove. He also enjoyed watching parades and listening to the Marine Corps Band. His energy was unmatched. He loved dancing, singing, joking, and being the life of the party. Everyone who met Charlie instantly loved him. A family man, Charlie cherished time with those around him. He brought laughter and love into everyone's life. The world is a little less funny without Charlie in it.

Charlie is survived by his loving wife of 26 years, Denise Evans, his sons; Charles Evans III (companion Kimmy Drotar) and Patrick Evans (wife Shannon), his step-daughters; Tamisa Jenkins (companion William Kidd), and Georgianne Hoffman (husband Jason). He is also survived by his grandchildren; Quinn Evans, Kieran Evans, Emily Stone, Megan Bass, Sarah Hoffman, Evan Hoffman, a great-grandson, Trent Paulin, siblings; Nancy Zahm, Helen Fink, and Jeffery Evans (wife Kathy), and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Bessie.

Friends are welcome to join Charlie's family in a Celebration of Life Gathering on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 6:00pm located at the American Legion Post 56 at 109 N. Broad St. Lititz, PA 17543. Family requests that guest wear their favorite college sports apparel in memory of Charlie and his love for college sports.