Norfolk City Virginia USGenWeb Archives Obituaries.....Evans, Matthew Walsh September 26, 2025 ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.net/va/vafiles.htm ************************************************ File contributed for use in USGenWeb Archives by: Robert Woolfitt http://www.genrecords.net/emailregistry/vols/00034.html#0008401 November 1, 2025, 2:13 pm HD Oliver FA September 2025 Matthew Walsh Evans, 68, of Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Matthew was the son of the late Herbert Ray Evans and Mary Walsh Evans. He was a devoted brother, proud Marine, and passionate Harley Davidson enthusiast whose life was marked by service, adventure, and deep family bonds. Matthew served his country with honor and distinction in the United States Marine Corps as a member of the elite Force Recon unit. His courage, discipline, and unwavering commitment to his fellow Marines reflected the very best of military service. After his time in the Corps, Matthew found joy and freedom on the open road, riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle with the wind at his back and the horizon ahead. He cherished time spent with his family, whose love and support were the foundation of his life. He is survived by his daughters, Zoey Evans of Hampton, VA, and Jennifer Johnson of Boca Raton, Florida; his grandson, Milo; and his siblings: Maryanne Evans of Chesapeake, VA; Stephanie West and husband Harold West of Chesapeake, VA; Andrea Sepulveda of Orlando, FL; Elizabeth Charalambous of Virginia Beach, VA; and Daniel Evans of South Dakota. Matthew also left behind eight nieces and nephews, as well as ten grand-nieces and -nephews, all of whom will carry his memory forward with love. A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 521 McCosh Drive, Chesapeake, VA. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery in Norfolk. Matthew will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, and the deep love he had for those closest to him. His legacy lives on in the hearts of all who knew him. File at: http://files.usgwarchives.net/va/norfolkcity/obits/e/evans17664nob.txt This file has been created by a form at http://www.genrecords.net/vafiles/ File size: 2.4 Kb