Leroy Red Evans, age 92, of Brookville, Indiana died Thursday May 14, 2015 at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio. Born May 12, 1923 in Jackson County, Kentucky he was the son of the late Sylvester & Lillie (Bishop) Evans. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, having served with the 515th Parachute Infantry as a Paratrooper & Medic. On December 18, 1947 he was united in marriage to the former Reba G. Pennington, and she preceded him in death on February 24, 2012. He was retired from the Franklin County Highway Dept., and had also worked in several factories. He was a member of the Valley Christian Church in Brookville, the Brookville Harmony Masonic Lodge #11 F. & A.M., as well as the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Wilbur Dennison Post #2014 of Brookville, Indiana. In his leisure time Red enjoyed camping, fishing, and telling stories and having a good time. He always wanted those around him to be in a good mood, so he would always do what he could to entertain everyone. He was an avid University of Kentucky Wildcat fan, although he was disappointed they didn t win the tournament this year! Survivors include three daughters & sons-in-law, Barbara & Danny Hicks of Cedar Grove, Indiana, Connie & Dave Barber of West Chester, Ohio, Faye & Gene Scholl of Brookville, Indiana, one son & daughter-in-law, Bob & Tammy Evans of Brookville, Indiana; 13 Grandchildren as well as 19 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Reba, he was preceded in death by a sister Lucy J. Shepherd, and a brother, Robert Evans. Family & friends may visit from 4 till 8:00 P.M. on Monday, May 18, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home, 1025 Franklin Ave., Brookville, where Masonic Memorial Services will begin at 7:30 P.M. Pastor Phil Hester of the Valley Christian Church, will officiate the Funeral Services at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home in Brookville. Burial with full Military Graveside honors by the Bernard Hurst Post #77 of the American Legion will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Franklin County E.M.S.. Phillips & Meyers Funeral Home is honored to serve the Evans family, to sign the online guest book or send personal condolences please visit www.phillipsandmeyers.com .