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William 'Bill' Evans
William Calvin Evans, affectionately known as “Little Bill,” was born on April 16, 1947, and passed away on December 12, 2025.
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Raised in Odem, Texas, Bill attended Odem High School before pursuing higher education at Texas A&I University in Kingsville, where he earned a degree.
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Bill possessed a natural talent for sports, but golf truly captured his passion. After college, he embarked on a journey to become a professional golfer. Later in life, he found joy in fishing and riding his Harley Davidson.
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For an impressive 50 years, Bill dedicated his heart and soul to working and managing the Sinton Golf Course.
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In 1982, Bill married Terry, the love of his life. This June would have marked their 44th wedding anniversary.
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Bill is survived by his wife, Terry, a sister named Martha Krauss, and numerous nieces and nephews who adored him and his beloved dog, Charli.
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He is preceded in death by his parents, “Big Bill” Evans and Ann Petrus Evans.
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We will be celebrating Bill’s life on Saturday, December 20th, at a gathering to honor his memory and the impact he had on those around him.
