Donald Gwinn Evans “D.G.”

08/31/1956 – 04/16/2026

Donald Gwinn Evans, affectionately known as “D.G.,” passed away on April 16, 2026, at the age of 69.

He is survived by his only daughter, Sabrina Ann Jarrett; his grandson, Gaige A. Linton; and his longtime partner of over 20 years and the mother of his daughter, Karen A. Jarrett-Lawson (David), along with their daughter, Racheal N. Jarrett. He is also survived by his sisters, Cathy Champagne (Mark) and Karen Riley (Tom); his brother, James “J.D.” Evans; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Donald was preceded in death by his father, Don Eugene Evans; his mother, Mary Katherine Evans; and his sister, Donna M. Busch.

Don was a painter by trade and a hardworking man. He was a wonderful father, son, brother, and partner. Known for his sense of humor, he loved to laugh and had a way of lighting up any room. He was often the life of the party and the highlight of gatherings, holidays, and social events. Don had many lifelong friends, many of whom he had known since childhood or worked alongside over the years.

In every sense of the word, Don was one of a kind. Anyone who had the opportunity to meet him or cross his path would never forget him. He was deeply loved and will be missed beyond measure. His absence is felt tremendously by all who knew him.

It’s not goodbye—it’s “I’ll see you later.”

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 16th at 2:00 PM at 6209 Derrick Drive, Louisville, KY 40216. Friends, family, and all who wish to honor D.G. are welcome to attend, share memories, and celebrate his life together.

Dad, I miss you does not even describe the weight or emptiness of you no longer being here with me.. it’s literally a pain or hurt that is simply beyond describing in words.. tears don’t even explain it fully.. I was sitting on the couch earlier and was thinking when u would call me I would pick up the phone and say “DAD?!” And you would say “Sabrina (laugh) well how you doing?” I miss you, I miss your calls, I miss your voice, you telling me you love me.. I miss hugging you.., I miss your laugh and your energy you brought everywhere with you.., I miss the jokes and the stories, the trips and the river… when you talk about unconditional love you loving me was beyond loving something so much in this whole world.. not one single time throughout my life did I ever feel or thought that you didn’t love me.. I am strong for you Dad.. I got everything done for you that I could, I wish I could have done more.. wish we had more time.. But even being strong I still mourn you everyday.. How could I ever say Goodbye to you Dad? I. Couldn’t.. I wouldn’t.. You was always so proud of me no matter what I was or done or anything.. you was so happy.. I remember telling you that I was having a boy and you was so happy.. You love Gaige and he has so many things in him I seen in you.. even when he was a baby baby the eye oil he does lol.. I see you everytime he does that.. I know your here with me still.. I see you in everything.. the sunlight.. in the wind.. In warmth.. I look for signs of you all the time.. and I see them. This is so hard for me cause my heart is hurting and I miss you so so much.. I always will.. almost a month and it feels like it’s already been so long. I pray your watching over all of us.. I don’t know if you heard me talking to you at the hospital that last night.. but.. If you can do that for me, that would be nice.. Your forever going to be missed.. I don’t think I would have ever been ready for this.. you always came home.. I knew the last time I seen you home that it wasn’t good but in those moments your just grateful for another day.. another moment, another memory, another call.. I didn’t wanna be sad in those moments with you.. I love you forever and always Dad