Dr. Evan P. Kokales
July 19, 1941 – June 24, 2026
In accordance with his wish cremation will take place and private family remembrances will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church. Dr. Evan’s desire was that memorial contributions be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes, Community Healing Centers of Kalamazoo, or UofM Medical School, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Dr. Evan P. Kokales, age 84, passed away on June 24, 2026. He was born in Ann Arbor, MI on July 19, 1941. On May 29, 1965, he married the love of his life Sharon Ann (Sodt) Kokales, who survives. He is also survived by three children, Paul (Teresa) Kokales, Therron (Mandy) Kokales, and Jeremy Kokales; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; extended family and friends. He was preceded in passing by a daughter, Vicky Phillips. He earned his Doctor of Medicine from UofM Medical School in 1965. Dr. Evan had a strong faith and was a loyal member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a kind, humble and generous man who made a difference in the world around him, and he will be missed by all who loved him.
Sending Heartfelt Condolences to the entire Kokales Family. Evan was a very kind and Special Person and our Family always had such Love and Respect for him over the many years we knew him! I was always so Grateful for this “Greek Angel” that helped my late husband go to the Golf Course on several occasions during his illness back in the 1980’s’. Love and Prayers to Sharon and the Boys and all your Family 💗. Linda Moldovan and Family
Dear Sharon and Therron: I’m so SAD and yet so GLAD at the same time, learning of Evan’s passing. Sad to learn of his death, glad to have known him while serving on the Greek Orthodox Church board with him decades ago. I’ll always remember our boat ride on Gull Lake. As we say in the Greek church, “His memory WILL be eternal.” My most sincere condolences. I said a special prayer for Evan’s soul and the comfort of all who love and miss him. “Mac” aka Kimon in the Greek community
I worked in HR at Upjohn and on the emergency squad, so I was fortunate to meet and work with Dr Kokales. He was so kind, sweet, and so caring. Imagine my surprise when I had to take my son to Urgent Care, he thought he was Evil Knievel on a bicycle, and who walked in but Dr Kokales. I knew he was in good hands. Dr Kokales left an impression on all who came in contact with him. I hope the family’s memories help them through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be missed.
This is very sad news. I always enjoyed Evan and Sharon’s company while visiting with their son Therron and his wife, Mandy. My thoughts are with the family as he will be greatly missed.