Jay P. Evans, 84, of Ephrata passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Ephrata Manor, after a long illness. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the late Frank C. and Grace L. (Miller) Evans.

He is survived by his daughter, a sister, and multiple nieces and nephews.

Jay was an avid local high school sports fan. He supported all local teams enthusiastically, especially his alma mater Lampeter- Strasburg.

Funeral Services will be held at 11AM on Monday, September 18, 2023 at Bachman Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 7 S. Decatur St, Strasburg, PA 17579. Interment will be private in Willow Street Mennonite Cemetery. Family and friends will be received from 10-11AM at the funeral home on Monday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jay's memory may be made to Hospice & Community Care, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to a charity of one's choice.