Obituaries
April 16, 2020

Steve A. Evon ‘Peanuts’ – Elco

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Steve A. Evon “Peanuts,” 71, of Elco, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020, at his home. Born in Mount Pleasant on Aug. 19, 1948, he was the son of Michael and Sarah Bruno Evon. Steve was Catholic by faith. A coal miner for 38 years, he was a member of the UMWA. Steve loved antique cars, old records and everything that was Charlie Brown. He was an avid fisherman and history buff and enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. Steve is survived by his wife of 41 years, Linda K. Lott Evon; three sons, Steve Jr. (Kelly) of Taylor, Ala., Patrick of China and Pat (Bonnie) Rhodes of Alachua, Fla.; two daughters, Becky Rhodes of Salem, Va., and Tina (Cody) Alderson of Roscoe; four brothers, Michael of Smock, John of Star Junction, Joe of Smock, and Timmy of Connellsville; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and his beloved and favorite four-legged child, Benji. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., Roscoe. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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