james elbert evans
1945-2005
Life Story
Birth & Family Background
James Elbert Evans was born on February 23, 1945, to Elbert Evans (1907–1999) and Ora D. Russell Evans (1918–2010). He was raised in Newton County, Mississippi, within a close-knit family deeply connected to St. John Missionary Baptist Church.
Marriage & Family
James married Johnie Ruth Evans (1945–?). From this union, one known child was born:
- Sonih Denattea Evans (1967–?)
Adult Life
While detailed occupational records have not yet been located, James’s life reflects the generational pattern of family stability, church affiliation, and community continuity that characterized the Evans family of Newton County.
Death & Burial
James Elbert Evans passed away on October 10, 2005. He was laid to rest at Saint John Missionary Baptist Church Graveyard in Newton County, Mississippi, among his parents and extended family members.
Resting Place
Saint John Missionary Baptist Church Graveyard
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Sources
- 1950 Federal Census
- U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current
- Indiana, U.S., Marriage Certificates, 1960-2005
- U.S. Public Records Index, 1950-1993, Volume 1
- U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
- U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
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