Obituary of Lavonne Helen Evans

Lavonne Helen Evans

(November 11, 1964 - December 31, 2022)

After a week spent at St Mary’s Hospital surrounded by loving family and friends, Lavonne passed peacefully December 31, 2022, at the age of 58.

Lavonne was born to Harry and Helen Balko on November 11, 1964 and grew up on the family farm between Holden and Daysland, until they moved to Camrose in 1978. She finished high school at Camrose Composite, graduated in 1982 and started her career in hair dressing, which she continued to do until her passing.

Lavonne married Shane Evans October 12, 1991, to this union their two sons were born, Andrew and Lucas to complete their family.

Left to Cherish her memory are her loving husband Shane; sons Andrew (Coby), and Lucas (Ashley); sister Colleen (Ryan) Rose; brother Darrell (Phyllis) Balko; sister in law Melanie (Malcolm) Evans; Shane parents Jim and Dina Evans; as well as her many nieces and nephews and their wonderful families, her many friends; and her Bethany Family.

Lavonne was predeceased by her parents Harry and Helen Balko; mother-in-law Della “Mac” McIntosh; and nephew Bodel Shapka. 

A Prayer Vigil was held Thursday, January 5, 2023, at 7:00 p.m. at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church 3605 50 St, Camrose.

A Divine Liturgy was held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 6, 2023, at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, with Rev. Greg Faryna officiating. 

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Lavonne's memory may be made to the Hospice Society of Camrose and District, the Canadian Cancer Society or to or to a charity of one’s choice.