Mr. Evans was born and raised in Nashua.
He was graduated from Amherst College.
He was known for wit, vitality, and community service.

His contributions included:
- US Navy officer in the Normandy invasion on D-day
- Mayor of Lebanon, New Hampshire
- Chairman of the Evans Group Inc.
- Deacon of the First Baptist Church
- President of the New London Rotary Club
- active in supporting the "A Better Chance" Program.