Bruce Robert Evans, 80, of Carpinteria, passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018.
Mr. Evans was born on September 28, 1937 in Hollywood, California. He was a resident of Carpinteria for the past 45 years and was a clerk at the local Post Office for 10 years. He was a lifetime member of the Lions Club and enjoyed helping others in any way he could without being asked. Bruce was a huge John Wayne fan and an active blood donor – donating over 10 gallons of blood in his lifetime. He enjoyed spending time with his family, going to yard sales, taking his grandchildren to the movies, bowling, Disneyland among other events. Bruce was an avid book reading and a U. S. Army Veteran, stationed in San Francisco.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 25 years: Lana Evans; his son: Todd Evans, of Carpinteria; his daughter: Anna Shanley, of Boston; and his grandchildren: Sofia and Alexander.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Carpinteria Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE, 757 E. Main Street, Ventura.