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EVANS -- Alvin Leroy Evans Alvin Leroy Evans, 83, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque passed away January 14, 2011. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Ann and brother, Kenneth Evans, both of Albuquerque. He is survived by two brothers, John T. Evans and Ray Farrow; son, John L. Evans and wife, Marene; grandchildren, Thomas Evans, Keri and husband, Wayne Steplowski; one great-grandson, Michael; two daughters, Marianne and Patricia Evans; and two special girls, Karen Siko and Loretta Micek, all of Albuquerque, along with many nephews, nieces, family and friends. Al was a Navy veteran of WWII. He came back home to work for Mountain Bell and later worked in communications at Manzano Base for 18 years where he left to manage Sandia Peak Ski Area. There he was known as "Uncle Al" for the soft way he helped the many children that skied. He was a member of Albuquerque Ski Club. Al was an avid fisherman who loved to fish the Chama River at El Vado Ranch and passed this passion to his children. A celebration of life will be held April 2, 2011 at 7:00 PM at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 9500 Constitution Ave NE. In accordance with Al's wishes cremation has taken place and interment will be at Santa Fe National Cemetery. The family asks in lieu of flowers, donations be made to NM Special Olympics, 6600 Palomas NE, Suite 207, 87109.
        Published on: Sun March 27, 2011