Joseph Patrick Evanoff

 

Joseph (Joe) Patrick Evanoff, 64 years old, of Parker, Colorado passed away at home on September 24, 2025 from ALS complications.  He was surrounded by his loved ones and friends. 

 

Joe was born on May 8,1961 in Peoria, IL to Jon and Wanda Evanoff. He was the youngest of 5 children.  Joe grew up in a military family, frequently moving all over the United States and even to Ramstein-Mockenbach, Germany.  Joe attended 12 different schools.  He then enlisted in the Air Force where he served from 1981-1985 as an Airframe Repair Specialist. 

 

Joe will be remembered for his patience, kindness, gentle soul, and genuine smile.  Joe’s family was most important to him, and he always made sure they all knew how much he loved them.  He had a sharp wit and a knack for one-liners that never failed to make everyone laugh.  For 20 years, Joe served as the Corporate Director of Contracts and Materials Management at Hawaii Health Systems where he was well-liked and respected by co-workers and superiors alike. Prior years, Joe held a job in Qwest Communications (IT Procurement Lead) and Lockheed Martin Corporation (Subcontract Administrator and Material Process Engineer).

 

Joe is survived by

Spouse: Merlita Evanoff

Children: Robert Evanoff, Brian(Ashley) Evanoff, William(Elise) Emerson, Matthew Evanoff

Grandchildren:  Parker Evanoff, Wylie Emerson, Walker Evanoff

Siblings: John(Patti) Evanoff, David(Norma) Evanoff, Martha Evanoff. 

Joe was preceded in death by

Parents: Jon(Wanda) Evanoff

Brother: Daniel Jude Evanoff

 

VIGIL (Rosary, Sharing, light meal):  Tuesday, October 21  @5:00-7:00pm - Ponderosa Valley Mortuary, 20470 So. Progress Way, Parler. CO

EULOGY/MASS: Wednesday, October 22 @10:30am – Ave Maria Catholic Church, 9056 E. Parker Rd., Parker, CO (reception immediately following mass)

BURIAL:  Wednesday, October 22 @2:30pm – Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery (Stations of the Cross Garden), 12801 W. 44th Avenue, Wheat Ridge, CO

 

Joe will be greatly missed.  Although he is no longer with us, his wonderful spirit will live on in the hearts of all who loved him.

 

 

“I’m There Inside Your Heart”

 

Right now I’m in a different place

And though we seem apart

I’m closer than I ever was,

I’m there inside your heart.

 

I’m with you when you greet each day

And when the sun shines bright

I’m there to share the sunsets, too

I’m with you every night

 

I’m with you when the times are good

To share a laugh or two,

And if a tear should start to fall

I’ll still be there for you

 

And when that day arrives

that we no longer are apart

I’ll smile and hold you close to me

Forever in my heart.

 

 

WITH GRATITUDE

 

On behalf of our family, we would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone for your support, prayers, and thoughtful words at this difficult time.  We would also like to acknowledge the SCI/D clinical team at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center and the Health One Hospice staff for their ongoing support and professionalism. These teams were integral in assisting Joe to live a positive and dignified life during his challenging journey.