Ronald I “Buddy” Evans, 87, of Litchfield passed October 22nd, 2026.

Son of Ada (Reynolds) and Harold Evans, he lived in the Gardiner/Litchfield area his entire life.

Buddy wore many hats during his working life, starting as a teenager working at local farms. During his lifetime, he was a mechanic, reserve police officer, Augusta and Gardiner

firefighter/paramedic, and the Assistant State Fire Marshall. With his wife, Esther, he owned and operated the Birches Campground in Litchfield for 15 years. Upon retiring he built several houses/garages and had a small-engine repair business.

Buddy is predeceased by his wife Esther, and his sons Rick Cody, and Mike Cody. He is survived by his children Stephanie (Steve) Woodard of Gardiner, Karen (Michael)

Berry of Fountain Hills AZ, Ronald C Evans of Farmingdale, Lisa Cody of Litchfield, Tammy Cody of Gardiner, Jeff (Rachel) Cody of Vassalboro and Chris (Megan) Cody of Litchfield. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. As well as sisters Nancy, Judy and Rhona and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will take place on November 22nd at Oak Grove Cemetery at 10am with a celebration of life from 11am – 2pm to follow at the Elks Lodge in Gardiner, Maine.