November 6, 1947 – January 2, 2021
Ann Evans was born November 6, 1947 in Port Arthur, Texas to parents Violet and Oron Lewis Smith. She moved to Sugar Land in 1983 and spent most of her life in the area.
A talented hairdresser, Ann had a great eye for style, and she was as much a counselor to her clients as she was incredible stylist. Many of her clientele were not only loyal to her as their stylist, but were counted among her closest friends. They told her their stories and shared their joys and pains. Ann was there for them not only to listen but also to uplift, comfort, and advise. Her wisdom and caring were a gift she gave to many: clients, friends, waiters in restaurants, and almost anyone who came into contact with her. She knew the life stories of her nurses and doctors at MD Anderson and hugs in the hallway for them were a common occurrence. She often joked that she had a sign on her forehead that said, “Tell me your story.” But she invited that trust and treated those confidences with the utmost respect and caring.
An avid gardener that took pride in hers, she was meticulous in its care. Trips to the nursery every spring and fall - and often in between - would find the car filled to the brim with new plants and flowers of all sorts and colors. Pots of color and texture and lots of bunny ornaments decorated her garden and made it even more special. Sitting on the patio sharing time with husband Rick was a joy for her, and her garden was especially appreciated by her friends as it allowed them to visit with her in these trying Covid times.
Ann loved to travel and even after her diagnosis over 5 years ago, managed trips with her friends to Paris, Charleston, and Natchez, Canyon Lake, Lake Palestine, and St. Francisville. Other travels included trips to Israel, Alaska, Yellowstone National Park, fall color in the Northeast, Mount Rushmore, and New York City. Fredericksburg and Gruene were favorite Texas destinations. Trips with Ann always included a little sightseeing and shopping and a nice Chardonnay over dinner at the end of the day. And yes, always some extra time to hear the stories of the wait staff was a bonus.
Ann’s most abiding gift was her faith in God. She scheduled the first 15 minutes of every day for study and prayer. Her Bibles are filled with notes and she was always happy to discuss her current reading of books on faith and devotion. She kept a constant vocabulary list. Margaret Siff, Joan Chittister and the devotional, “From Jesus Calling,” were favorites. She was always questioning, learning, and pursuing a greater understanding of the Bible and God’s plan for her life. Her faith gave her the strength to make the very most of life in the five years that God gave her after her diagnosis.
Most of all, Ann was loved because she loved. Her friendships were deep and meaningful and she had a way of making all of those in her life feel special. She was everything that is kind.
She leaves behind her devoted husband and the love of her life, Rick Evans, beloved son, Patrick Davidson, and many loving friends and family.
Please find comfort in a few of Ann’s favorite quotes and verses:
Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you saying, “This is the way; walk in it.” Isaiah 30:15
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13.
In lieu of flowers make donations to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Or The Ronald McDonald House
https://www.rmhc.org/donate Ronald McDonald House ( Ronald Mc Donald)
gifts.mdanderson.org MD Anderson ( M D Anderson )
The service will be streamed via Facebook Live on The Settegast-Kopf Co @ Sugar Creek page it can be linked from our dignity memorial web site.
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