Steve Wyatt Evans, 68, of Beaumont, passed away on November 4, 2021, at his home.

A graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 20, at Pinecrest Cemetery in Troup, Texas. Officiating will be Pastor Kirk Ellender.

Born in Jacksonville, Texas, on April 17, 1953, he was the son of Jesse Wyatt Evans and Patsy (Stephens) Evans. Steve was a 1971 graduate of Bridge City High School and went on to attend Stephen F. Austin University. He worked for Valero as an operator for almost 40 years. He enjoyed hunting, cooking, riding his Harley Davidson, and listening to country music. Steve was an avid sports fan and could always be found watching his favorite teams, the Texas Longhorns and the Dallas Cowboys. He loved his French Bulldog, Pierre but adored his family most of all. Steve will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Patsy Evans.

He is survived by his daughter Jessica Ellender and husband Jadon of Bridge City; grandchildren, Anderson Wyatt Ellender, Joliet Ryan Ellender, and Austin Everett Ellender.

Arrangements are under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.