Sheldon Evans

Sheldon Evans, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Houston, Texas. Shelly was born on June 24, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, the son of the late Irving and Lena Evans. Shelly attended Yeshivat Eitz Chaim in Boro Park, New York, received a B.S. in Chemistry from Queens College in 1953, and a M.S. and a Ph.D. from New York University in 1955 and 1958 in Physical Chemistry. He wrote many publications, gave many lectures, had many patents, had many successful inventions, and won many awards including from NACE in recognition of outstanding contributions to the practice of corrosion engineering. Shelly raised his family around the world—from California to the southern desert of Israel to the coastal low country of the Netherlands. He eventually settled in Houston, Texas. Shelly was a lifelong cruiser, often taking cruises back-to-back. He was an avid reader, loved playing the piano, enjoyed theater—especially musicals—and was dedicated to his synagogue. Shelly cherished each of his children and is survived by his daughter, Melissa Clonts with husband, David, his son, Scott Evans, and his son, David Evans with fiancé, Debra. He also adored and is survived by each of his grandchildren: Alexandra (Sasha) Clonts, Gabrielle (Elle) Clonts, Mia Clonts, Rebecca (Remi) Clonts, Rachel Evans, Rose Evans, and Cas Evans. He is also remembered fondly by many other loving friends and family. A graveside service took place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 11:00 am at Beth Yeshurun Post Oak Cemetery, 7445 Awty School Lane, Houston, Texas 77055. A memorial service and shiva minyan followed at 12:30 pm at Congregation Or Ami, 3443 Wilcrest Drive, Houston, TX 77042. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Shelly’s beloved synagogue, Congregation Or Ami, at www.oramihouston.org/donations/make-a-donation/, or to a charity of your choice.

Sheldon Evans

June 24, 1931 - May 7, 2025