In memoriam: Funeral notices, July 10, 2018

CARLSON, Evan Holmes

passed way unexpectedly on June 18, 2018 in Los Angeles at the age of 25. He is survived by his mother, Kim Carlson of Tucson; his father, Tobin Carlson of Spokane; his sister, Erica Carlson of Tucson; his brother, Walt Carlson of Spokane; his grandmothers, Edith Carlson of Spokane and Elaine Stamm of Tucson, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Evan attended Harelson Grade School and Cross Middle School where he played in the band and was on the football, basketball and track teams. He attended CDO High School where he played on the basketball team, was on the Link Crew and involved in student government. He graduated from Lewis and Clark High School in Spokane where he played basketball and tennis. Growing up, he attended Northwest Bible Church in Tucson. After one semester at the U of A, Evan traveled to Spain where he worked for four months. He returned to Idaho to work and lived on a houseboat. Back in Tucson, he attended Pima CC and worked at several restaurants such as Swensen's Ice Cream store (where he met his girlfriend, Logan Wagner), Michelangelo's and The Arizona Inn. While working at The Arizona Inn, Evan received the opportunity to relocate to California because a designer of fine jewelry was so impressed by his outstanding service and eye for detail, she offered him a job at her LA location. He accepted the opportunity with enthusiasm and a spirit of adventure. Evan enjoyed many things: spending time with family, friends, and especially with Logan and their dog, Barkley. He loved going to the ocean, playing basketball and trying new restaurants. He was interested in computer programming and considered going back to school for an engineering degree. Evan will always be remembered for his wit, keen mind, kindness and regal stature. He was a very special young man and will be greatly missed by all. His family takes comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord and that they will be reunited someday. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at 5:00 p.m., at Northwest Community Church, 505 W. Hardy Road, Oro Valley, AZ. Memorial contributions may be made in Evan's name to NAMI Southern Arizona.

COWART, The Rev.

Dr. Harold "Hal"

of Tucson, AZ passed away on July 4, 2018 surrounded by his loving wife and two daughters. Born in Milan, GA on July 24, 1937 to James Allison and Irvina Catherine (Rawlins) Cowart, Hal was the youngest of 13 children who have all preceded him in death. Hal earned his Bachelor of Arts from University of Alabama, Bachelor of Divinity from Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and his Doctor of Ministry from Claremont School of Theology. Hal was ordained a Deacon in the United Methodist Church in 1964 and Elder in 1968. Official appointments were to Porterfield UMC, Albany, GA; Los Altos UMC, Long Beach, CA; Coolidge UMC, Coolidge, AZ; Asbury UMC, Phoenix, AZ; Trinity Heights UMC, Flagstaff, AZ; University UMC, Las Vegas, NV; Catalina UMC, Tucson, AZ. He also served as the South District Superintendent from 2000 until he retired in 2006. In retirement, he was invited to be on the staff at St Paul's UMC in Tucson, AZ as Minister of Visitation and Spiritual Formation. Prior to his ordination he served Douglas UMC, Douglas, GA as Youth Director and Briarcliff UMC, Atlanta, GA as Director of Music. In addition to his ministry Hal was involved with many volunteer and professional activities such as newscaster for Emory University News Bureau, Stephens Ministry, Walk To Emmaus, Leadership Las Vegas, Las Vegas Master Chorale. He also served on mission teams to Mexico and Chile, 7th Step Foundation (Phoenix halfway house for parolees), Pima County Interfaith Coalition and Humane Borders. On September 1, 1984 Hal married the love of his life, Becky (Snell) Cowart. They were married for 34 years and were blessed with two daughters, Christy (Eric) Gieser and Courtney (Justin) Robinson, as well as four grandchildren, Megan, Aidan, Jessica, Benjamin and with baby girl, Robinson on the way. Hal also leaves behind many beloved sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews in Georgia, as well as extended family in California and Utah. Hal left behind a legacy that has touched many lives. He will be fondly remembered for his gift of grace, quiet faith, gentle way of listening, awesome sense of humor, deep love of music and his beautiful mind. Hal's incredible humanity will certainly continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to have spent even a few moments in his presence. He will be greatly missed by all. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Catalina United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716.