Evans, Eugene C., 79, Presque Isle, in Presque Isle, November 17, 2009. Arrangements in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle.
PRESQUE ISLE – Eugene Charles Evans, 79, passed away November 17, 2009, at his residence. He was born December 12, 1929, in Everett, Massachusetts. 
Gene served 27 years in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft mechanic before retiring as a Master Sergeant. During his time in the military, he served one tour in Korea and two tours in Vietnam and also was awarded the Bronze Star. He worked 14 years for Northrop Grumman at Loring Air Force Base as a civilian aircraft mechanic. Gene married Margaret Deschaine on April 11, 1978, and they shared 31 happy years. He loved to hunt and fish, enjoying the peace of the outdoors, and was a lifetime member of the NRA. He also loved to bowl ten pin and watch mystery movies.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret Anne Evans of Presque Isle; his adoptive family, Jeffery Kenneson, Lori Kenneson and their son Adam Kenneson all of Presque Isle; as well as their daughter, Kristina and her husband Issac Braley of Chapman. Gene is also survived by his sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Buchanan; his nephew, Shawn Buchanan and his girlfriend Annie Kearby all of Bessemer, Ala.; and a special dog, Jakie.
Interment was at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Caribou. Friends were welcome at the home of his wife Margaret, 30 Dragon Drive, Presque Isle, at 11 a.m. Friday, November 20, 2009, for a time of remembrance and refreshments. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Arrangements in care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, 30 Church St., Presque Isle. Condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.
