Ethell, Evan E.
d. December 19, 2013
Evan Ethell, age 31, of Petersburg, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. He is survived by his wife, Marsha; one son, William; father, Larry (Debbie) Ethell of Athens, mother, Linda Ethell of Springfield, grandparents Bill and Lola Ethell of Athens, siblings Erik (Heather) Ethell of Riverton, Erin (Tony) Calcari of Riverton, Elise (Derrick) Fritz of Athens; sister-in-law Missy (Danny) Minor, and several nieces and nephews.
Evan is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Mildred Knackmuhs, mother and father-in-law William “Bill” and Dorothy “Dottie” Minor.
Evan was born September 13, 1982 in Springfield, Illinois, the son of Larry and Linda Gumbrell Ethell.
He married Marsha Minor on October 21, 2006 in Athens.
Evan worked at Herrin Ltd. at Mount Pulaski since 2010. He was a member of the Athens Christian Church.
He enjoyed truck pulling, four wheeling, fishing, and camping. Evan loved anything outdoors and working in his shop.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 until 7:00 PM on Sunday, December 22, 2013 at the Athens Christian Church.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, December 23, 2013 at the Athens Christian Church.
Ken Gennicks will be officiating.
Burial will be held at Oakland Cemetery in Petersburg, IL.
Memorials can be made to a college fund for his son, William Ethell, care of Athens State Bank.
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Posted December 19th, 2013 at 8:57 pm
Sometimes a souls journey is entirely too short. Very sorry for the loss of such a caring wonderful man.
Posted December 19th, 2013 at 9:27 pm
My heart goes out to his entire family and everyone affected by this tragic loss!! Thoughts and prayers are with you all!! May you find comfort in the kind words and support everyone will send your way. I am truly sorry for your loss. Evan was a good guy and will always remain in our thoughts!
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 6:28 am
Larry, We are so sorry for your loss.Our prayers snd thoughts are with you and our family.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 7:26 am
Larry and Debbie, my condolences to your and the entire family for your loss. May God comfort your hearts and uplift your spirits and may you find comfort in the kind words, thoughts and prayers from those around you during this time.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 7:55 am
Linda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories comfort you during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 9:02 am
Marsha, Linda and your entire family. Linda, I remember visiting with you at one of the American Cancer Society events at the Illinois State Fairgrounds several years ago and feeling the Motherly pain you were experiencing as you spoke of Evan’s struggle with cancer, but his determination to win the battle. And Marsha, I you continued to keep me updated on Evan and William when I was at the Post Office. My heart hurts for all of you as I know Evan’s life was just too short. What a beautiful tribute for you to remember that he fought the good fight with you by his side the whole way. May God’s peace and love comfort you during this Christmas Season knowing that He is always with us.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 10:31 am
My heart is so heavy for the Ethell family. I know exactly how you are feeling. I have great memories of Evan…camping at Chris Ritchie’s house 🙂 I hope the good memories help you through the pain. He would want that. I will be thinking about you all.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 10:45 am
Elise, my heart goes out to you and your family. I’m so sorry for the loss of your Brother. May God comfort you and your family at this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers your way.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 10:57 am
Linda and family, my prayers are with you all. I pray God gives you peace and comfort with Him.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 11:54 am
Debbie my sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 1:06 pm
Debbie and Family – so sorry for your loss. Blessings to you as you deal with your grief. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kathy and David Kapala
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 1:09 pm
We have so many great memories of Evan and all of you. Our prayer is that these and other good memories will bring some comfort to you. Larry, you and Debbie have been wonderful friends and loving and caring parents to all your children. We are so very deeply sorry that you have lost Evan. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you for comfort, peace, guidance, and adjustment.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 4:17 pm
Our heartfelt sympathy to the entire Ethell family at Evan’s loss. Ye fought the good fight and now has come home to live with his Lord who will say “well done, good and faithful servant.” Our prayers go out to all of you. God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 5:15 pm
Debbie, we wish you and your family peace and the kind of love that togetherness brings. Fondly, Rebecca and David Hood
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 5:21 pm
Marsha and the entire Ethell family, we are sorry to hear of Evan passing. Just remember all of the wonderful memories you have with him and you will make it through this sad time.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 7:37 pm
There are just no words to express my sympathy to your family during this difficult time. I have so many memories from childhood of that sweet blond haired boy. Praying for comfort to you all.
Posted December 20th, 2013 at 9:34 pm
He touch many lives in a short time. He will be missed.
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 1:26 am
Marsha, I am your cousin Sandee’s husband, I just wanted to say I am very sorry for your loss of your husband and I hope family and the Lord help you through this very sad and trying loss.
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 9:48 am
Marsha and William, our thoughts and prayers go out to you. William, your daddy’s face would light up when he talked about you. He sure was proud of his little boy. Marsha, we are here for you and William. Evan you will be forever loved and missed.
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 10:35 am
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with the Ethell family at this very difficult time. I hope the great memories you have can bring a little smile to you in this time of grief.
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 2:10 pm
My prayers are with the families. It seems like yesterday we were growing up together. His courage during this time will forever be remembered.
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 3:21 pm
rest in peace evan!!! big red truck!!!!!
Posted December 21st, 2013 at 4:04 pm
Uncle Larry, Aunt Deb, and the entire Ethell Family; we are so sorry for your loss! While there are no words that can express the pain and sadness we feel and know you are experiencing, please know many people are thinking and praying for you all and only hope Evan lives on through that wonderful little man of his.
Posted December 22nd, 2013 at 12:20 pm
Larry, my condolences to your and the entire family for your loss…sending thoughts and prayers to help everyone through this difficult time.
Posted December 22nd, 2013 at 5:35 pm
Marsha, My thoughts and prayers are with you and William during this sad time in your life. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Posted December 23rd, 2013 at 5:52 am
Debbie and Larry, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Posted December 23rd, 2013 at 12:34 pm
Debbie, I am so very sorry for your loss. I’m praying for you and your family.
Posted December 23rd, 2013 at 3:34 pm
Our deepest sympathy and condolences with your loss. Thoughts & prayers are with you during this very difficult period.
Posted December 26th, 2013 at 2:21 pm
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Posted January 6th, 2014 at 7:40 am
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.