Philip EVANS

1968 - 2021

BORN

1968

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Simplicity Nelson Funeral Directors

69 Haven Rd

Nelson, Nelson

Philip EVANS Obituary

EVANS, Philip Maurice Ray
(Philby, Phil, Philbilly,
Philbert):
8.11.1968 - 6.1.2021
Most loved only son of Maurice and Elsie (Dawn) Evans of Christchurch. Devoted and treasured father of Kelsey and Danielle (Australia). Best step-dad ever to Angela and Jake (Tadmor), Lucy and Cameron (Australia), Zoey and Sebastian (Australia). Adored pop and grandad to Chase, Carter, Levi, Ollie, Jackson, Arlo, and Kobe. Amazing partner, best friend, strength to Carolyn (Caz) Bradley.
A special man, held in high regard and esteem by all who truly knew him. Always there to help, always there to listen. A bloody good mate
to so many.
Those who would like to spend time with Phil and bid him farewell can do so on Wednesday, January 13, between 10.00am and 2.00pm at Simplicity Funerals, 69 Haven Road, Nelson.

Published by Nelson Mail from Jan. 11 to Jan. 12, 2021.

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My dad my hero
I love and miss you more than you could ever know!!! Thinking of you everyday, rest in peace

Danielle Helen Evans

Family

July 26, 2023

Best man alive, who will never be far from my thought's. Love you forever & always xx

Family

January 23, 2021

To Gary Blackhawk,I would like to contact Phils parents if possible .My Email ; [email protected] I ended up with two messages, not realising one had gone through.Thanks for any help.

Peter Newman

January 23, 2021

To Peter, Phil had just rehomed his parents and spoke a week before he left us about his Christchurch upbringing. He found out recently from his father of his early connections with the Motueka area but wondered where his family home was. He was searching. You have met Phil again through this page. You do know him well. He was the rare kind of person who when you met him, it felt like you had known him for ever. A kindred spirit of many.

Gary Blackhawk

January 18, 2021

My sincere condolences to the Evans family.I never knew Phillip,but I worked for Maurice ,his father ,when Phillip was a baby at Ngatimoti.Judging by all of the comments,it sounds like he turned out a great guy,and I would have liked to have known him.

January 17, 2021

My sincere condolences to Phils family,and to his parents ,Maurice and Elsie.I never knew Phil ,but I worked for his dad in Ngatimoti ,when Phillip was a baby.Judging by the comments ,he sounded like a heck of a good .guy

Peter Newman

January 17, 2021

His laugh and smile will live on in my memory, the nights spent talking, drinking and partying are fond memories of my youth. I'll think of Philby everytime I hear a Black Sabbath song

Friend

January 16, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to Caz and families.

Philby, my friend, you were a true gentleman who would always step up and help anyone anywhere at anytime.

Taken too soon. RIP brother.

John & Sandra Kerse

January 13, 2021

So sorry to hear this. Condolences to family and friends. It was a pleasure to see Philip in Chch almost 7 years ago now. He will be missed. RIP. Lesley McLachlan (cousin)

January 12, 2021

A honest, true gentleman, loveable character, a great friend gone to soon. Will be sorely missed.
Our condolences to Cass and family.

Peter and Petra Hermens

January 12, 2021

The only person I every met that was always happy, always having a great time, always willing to help or have a chat. The world really has lost some light with you gone. Rest easy and fly high Phil.

Friend

January 12, 2021

True friends are like diamonds,precious & rare. You were a diamond in the rough my friend. Go gentle into the light knowing you were well loved.

Maree Noonan

January 11, 2021

A true warrior to humanity. This world could do with many more men of his calibre and wisdom. An empathetic healer, story teller, friend and colleague. The harshness of life brings forth the best in a person. Phil achieved more than we can imagine, with the humility of a saint. He knew his stuff. We treasured witnessing that greatness in action. Thank you teacher! An example to behold. RIP

January 11, 2021

A great guy Phil, you would help anyone at any time. Generous and kind to all you met.

January 11, 2021

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Memorial Events
for Philip EVANS

Jan

13

Service

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Simplicity Funerals

69 Haven Road, Nelson

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69 Haven Rd, Nelson 7010