The Butler County Sheriff's Department lost a dedicated lieutenant to cancer on Saturday morning, Dec. 31.
Butler County Sheriff Mark Dobbs announced, “It is with a broken heart that we inform you of the death of Lieutenant Brian Evans. Brian passed away early Saturday after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer.”
Lt. Evans dedicated his adult life to serving the citizens of Butler County, working his way up from a reserve deputy to chief deputy, the sheriff said.
Evans followed in footsteps of his father, retired Poplar Bluff Police Officer Jim Evans,
Dobbs added Evans “was a dedicated family man who adored his wife, children and grandchildren.”
Dobbs also said, “Everyone who knew Brian loved him. He was the kind of person to always bring joy into every room he entered.
“His passing leaves a huge void in the hearts of everyone at the sheriff’s office. He was a wonderful person and faithful friend. I owe a great debt of gratitude to Brian for his friendship and contributions to the sheriff’s office.”
Arrangements for Lt. Evans services will be announced by Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral Home.