Deborah Evans

It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of Mrs. Deborah Evans.

Mrs. Evans passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at Novant Health Center in Huntersville, NC.

The family will receive friends at: 175 St. Davids Street, Society Hill, SC.

Arrangements will be announced by Davis Funeral Home, LLC of Hartsville, SC.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4: 7-8 

Today, we gather to celebrate the life of Mrs. Deborah Evans, a beloved child of God. Deborah lived with a heart full of faith, reflecting Christ’s love in every action. Whether through quiet acts of kindness or steadfast encouragement, Deborah reminded us of the power of God’s grace. As 2 Timothy 4:7 says, ‘I have fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith.” We rejoice knowing Deborah is now at peace in the presence of the Lord, and her legacy of faith will continue to inspire us all. 

Deborah was born August 22, 1958, to the late Jeremiah Williams and Eliza Hawkins. She answered God’s call and departed this earthly life on Thursday, October 16, 2025. 

Deborah received her formal education in the Darlington County Public School System. She graduated from Hartsville High School, class of 1976.

 Deborah was married to Harmon Keith Evans and to this union, they were blessed with two daughters. 

Deborah was employed at Winn-Dixie and A.O. Smith Water Heating Company. 

Deborah was a member of Mended Hearts Ministries. She found peace and happiness in attending church services. When Deborah could not physically attend worship services in person, she would watch online. 

Deborah enjoyed shopping at Cato’s, watching Family Feud, the game show, and The Neighborhood, sitcom. She loved talking on the phone but her greatest joy came from spending time with her family. 

Deborah was preceded in death by: her father, Jeremiah Williams; mother, Eliza Hawkins; and daughter, Tresheena Evans. 

Surviving to continue Deborah’s legacy and cherish her memories are: her dedicated spouse, Harmon Keith Evans; devoted daughter, Shawtate Evans (Charlotte, NC); grandchildren: Keshawn (ShaQuashia) Evans and Briaja (Joseph) Gilliam both of Florence, SC; Savion Evans and Kennedy Evans, both of Charlotte, NC; and Tykia Blakney of Raleigh, NC; siblings: Valerie Bishop of Hartsville, SC, Bernard Williams of Greenville, SC, Jarrett (Selena) Williams of McBee, SC, and Pasty Vanbrakle of Maryland; sisters-in-law: Anita Toney of Charlotte, NC, Audrey (James) Bonaparte of Middletown, CT, Wanda Thomas of Timmonsville, SC, and Angelia McPhail and Carolyn Dixon, both of Hartsville, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other close relatives and friends.