Death date: Aug 12, 2020
Evan Nicholls Hines, beloved son of Caroline Nicholls Hines and Dennis August Hines, brother of Andrew August Hines died August 12, 2020 at his home in Gainesville. Evan was born in Gainesville. He attended J.J. Finley Elementary Read Obituary
I went to JJ Finely and Howard Bishop with Evan. Despite he and Holden being a year younger than my friends and I, the two of them became part of our little crew back at JJ and the EDEP. The two of them were the 4th graders who were cool enough to hang with "the big kids" and I will always cherish the memories of our childhood. I never had the pleasure of meeting his family, but I empathize deeply with their loss.
My memories of Evan bring a smile to my face. While he was a grade younger than me we always had tons of fun together during EDEP at jjfinley. Evan was always so kind and such a special soul. I will always remember him fondly.
My heart hurts for you, Dennis, Caroline, Andrew and Whittni. It has been quite a long time since I saw Evan, but he was such a cute shy guy when Dennis brought him in to work, or Caroline would bring the boys by if she were nearby.
I'll be keeping you all in special prayers.
Joanna Young, UF Retired
My heart breaks for you Caroline, Dennis and Andrew! I’m not sure when was the last time I saw Evan but I will always remember that mischievous, 5 year old smile, and sweet little (always willing to be a helper) Kindergartner! Much love to you all!
I am so saddened to learn of Evan's passing. I will always remember what a sweet, nice young man he was. While quiet, he had a smile that would light up my classroom. He was a good student, ready to try anything in art class. All of his classmates loved him. I remember his Mom working with the PTA, supporting her boys at Finley. Please know that he will hold a place in my heart always.
Louise W. Brown, art teacher, JJ Finley Elementary
My condolences to Evan's family. I chaperoned Evan for the Gainesville Area Rowing team. Evan had such a positive spirit and was such an amazing encouragement to others on the team. Peace be with you.
We are so sad for your immense loss. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out for all your family, especially Caroline and Dennis.
Macky and Doug
Evan will always be remembered as he came in the back door at Civ at walked past me with a booming: "Mister Cody! How are ya?!" in utmost sincerity, cracking that impish grin. We worked together many long shifts and Evan was my favorite coworker. We became good friends and constantly talked sports. Couldn't wait to get to work to chat about the games that weekend. I will always have that day we walked to the bar and watched the World Cup together. Evan was a great guy, a really great guy. An all American Southern man with a heart of PURE GOLD. He always checked on me in the dish pit and would nearly pester me about whether I had eaten dinner or not and how he could just pack my food to go if I didn't have time to eat. Many nights Evan helped me finish up, him and I talking for almost an hour after work. We could carry a conversation to a fault, it was always hard to say goodbye, we had so much to talk about. Evan man, rest in peace. You will be remember as a model of a class act gentleman. We had a time that will be cherished in my soul forever. Until next time my brother, journey on.
Cody Thurber
My deepest condolences to Evan’s family and loved ones in this difficult time.
Kathy Navajas
