Ezra Evangelista

Obituary

The family of Ezra Evangelista is deeply saddened to announce his passing on April 15, 2026 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, at the age of 29. He was born on May 28, 1996, in Summertown, Tennessee, and spent his formative years in Kanab, Utah. He will be forever remembered by his parents, Michael and Avery; his siblings, Kyla, Judah, and Shandi; and his many loved ones and friends.

Ezra was a loving son, grandson, brother, uncle, student, and friend with a humble, creative spirit, a strong sense of humor, and an incredible talent for storytelling. He was a songwriter, a musician, a technology enthusiast, and a warm, compassionate person who cultivated the kindness of everyone he encountered. He worked hard, and struggled hard, through many diverse and interesting chapters of his all-too-short life on this earth. He loved dogs, children, art, music, electronics, cooking, traveling, nature, his family, and his friends.

While we are deeply and irreversibly saddened by this profound loss, we find comfort in knowing he is finally at peace. Those of us who were blessed to know him will be forever grateful for the impression he made on our lives and hearts, and will miss him immensely for all time.

A celebration of Ezra’s life will be held in Titusville, Florida, in October, 2026. 
Please contact the family for further details at ezramemorytribute@gmail.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matthew’s Hope Ministries, Cocoa, Florida www.matthewshopeministries.org

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Memory wall

June 24, 2026

Ezra was a dear friend during some of my most formative years. He was genuine, creative, and so smart. I have a stockpile of notes in storage that we exchanged in middle school- comics and drawings and so much silliness. Last I spoke with him, he shared some of his more recent art and I've added those here. He always was so expressive and creative, and it seemed to come to him so naturally.

I've come to find that my favorite types of people are the ones who are authentic and genuine, even if that makes you a bit "weird" or less likely to blend into the crowd. Ezra was the first example of that for me. He liked cool music and movies I'd never heard of, happily shared them with me, and made me a cooler and better person just by sharing who he was. He was unabashedly himself, and I loved him for that so so much. I am so sad he is gone and that we won't get the chance to catch up just one more time.

Ryanne Crosby

June 24, 2026

Sweet Ezra, although we did not get to spend as much time with you as we would have liked, you have left an imprint on our hearts forever. You always had a big hug and that infectious smile. Know that you were so loved and will be forever missed. Your name will always be mentioned and your memory ever present as we navigate without you. Your life here was too short but your presence will be felt always.

Tonya & Billy Witt

June 24, 2026

Ezzie's joy and fun-loving spirit were contagious, even through many difficulties, from the time he was little. He was drawn to children, who really brought out his compassion and entertaining nature. The world lost his caring and colorful spirit much too soon. We will miss you forever!

Matt and Kim Lundquist

June 24, 2026

Ezra had a unique way of looking at the world, and a deep well of artistry and talent that he mostly kept to himself. And an endless sense of humor...I remember how we used to play as kids and laugh until our sides hurt - and that never went away even when life was tough. It is still hard to believe he is gone. I regret missing out on some long stretches of his adult life, not knowing it would be so short. I always admired Ezra's ability to pick up new skills, his creativity, and his way of just being himself and naturally getting along with people.

These are the earliest and latest photos that we had together, as well as a piece of art he shared when he was going through a dark time. There are sides of Ezra that I wish I knew better, and now I just want to be closer to him than ever.

I miss you bud.

Judah Evangelista

June 24, 2026

I will forever look at the sky in a different way. Butterfly’s and birds have a new sense of being when I see them now. My brother, Ezra, a kind, loving, caring, talented man. 28 years, loved and missed every day. I pray for peace.

Shandi Shumway

June 24, 2026

Ezra's passing has left a hole in our family. He is deeply missed. My memories of him are colorful, with infectious laughter. He was a natural entertainer.

Joan Evangelista

June 24, 2026

My son. My hands were the first to touch you, and my heart will hold you always. There is so much I wish I could say, and so much I will never know. Your smile, your laugh, and your warm, loving heart will always live on in me. We didn't have nearly enough time, and I miss you beyond words, now and forever. You were and will always be so loved.

Michael Evangelista