Brian “Keith” Evans, 48, of Jasper, AL, passed away on February 10, 2026 at Brookwood Hospital in Birmingham, AL. He was born June 27, 1977.
Keith had a passion for racing and spending time with his family. If he wasn’t at a racetrack, you could find Keith in the shop, building race cars or restoring old trucks. Keith’s favorite snack was some pickles and Pepsi Zero.
Austin and Hunter were Keith’s entire world. If he couldn’t make it to a race track, Keith would always find a race to watch on TV. He also loved a weekend getaway to Guntersville, AL. Keith was the kind of guy to help anyone at any given time, no matter what his own battles were. His love, kindness, and laughter will be missed dearly.
Keith was welcomed to Heaven by his Grandmothers-Alma Bailey and Willie Mae Evans; Grandfathers-David Bailey and Sherman Colbert Evans; Mother- Linda “Polly” Evans; Father-John Howard Evans.
Keith leaves behind a loving family Wife-Genia Evans; Sons- Austin Evans (Katie) and Hunter Evans (Alexis) all of Jasper, AL; Brothers-Howard Evans (Leigh) and Richard Evans (Myra); Nephews-Justice Evans (Alicia) and Walker Evans (Olivia); Niece-Gracie Evans; Additionally a host of Great Nieces and friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday February 15, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at Collins-Burke Funeral Home. Services will follow at 2:00 p.m. With Adam Twilley officiating. Burial will be at New Hope Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be David Jenkins, Mike Carroll, Dwight Williams Richard Livingston, Walker Evans and Justice Evans.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the funeral home for services or send a keepsake item.
