Evan James Padgett

Evan James Padgett, 22, of Lowell, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023 at his residence.

He was born February 15, 2000, in Gaston County to Scott and Karen Padgett.

Evan was a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill with a major in Biology, and minors in Chemistry and Neuroscience. He was a huge inspiration to all of his many friends. He loved snowboarding, basketball, and skydiving. He loved his dog, Peyton Manning.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his aunt, Pam Finnerty and husband Maurice; uncle, Jimmy Hildebrand and wife Donna; several cousins whom he loved.

A Celebration of Life officiated by Mr. Mark Rodriguez will be held Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 11:00 AM in the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, 1503 S. York Road, Gastonia, NC.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to:  BetheMatch Foundation @ bethematch.org; Leukemia & Lymphoma Society – 4530 Park Road Suite 240, Charlotte, NC 28209 – donate.lls.org; Gaston Hospice – PO Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054

Condolences may be made online at: www.greenefuneral.com