BAILEY ISLAND — F. Edward Evans, 92, of Bailey Island, died Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014, at his residence following a brief illness. He was born on April 16, 1922, in Wiscasset, the son of Sidney Gurney and Laura Belle (Holmes) Evans. He was educated in Wiscasset and graduated from Lincoln Academy. In 1947, he married the love of his life Doris (Caton) and together they moved to Bailey Island over 60 years ago and raised their family there.
During World War II, he left the apprentice program at Bath Iron Works to join the Navy. Edward served in the Pacific Theater as a diesel mechanic on LCI 357 in Flotilla 22. After the war, he returned to BIW and became a Master Machinist and retired after 44 years.
Mr. Evans was very good with his hands. Most times he could be found in his extensive metal shop at his home. He was able to fix or construct anything that need to be fabricated from metal. Whether it be moorings, cleats or various other marine projects, the local fishermen knew who to call to have the job completed the “right way.” He was a very talented welder and was also a licensed master electrician. He will be remembered as a man very generous with his time and was always there to help out when needed.
Edward enjoyed animals of all types and had several that he shared his home with. His smile will never be forgotten. That great big wide open grin of his was infectious and a person couldn’t help but smile when being greeted by Edward. He was a lifelong learner and a lover of books.
Edward was predeceased his wife Doris (Caton) Evans, who died in 2001, and a son Danny L. Evans, who died in 2012.
Survivors include a son Barry Frank Evans of Bailey Island and a daughter Laura and her husband Christopher Evans of Bailey Island.
Services will be private. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made in Edward’s memory to the Orr’s & Bailey Island Fire Department, P.O. Box 177, Orr’s Island, ME 04066. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Brackett Funeral Home in Brunswick.
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