Alan Eveland

Alan Eveland

July 30, 1948 - April 29, 2024

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Alan J. Eveland, 75, of Platteville, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024 at home. Alan was born on July 30, 1948. He was the son of James and Arlyn (Brennum) Eveland. He married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Abing, on August 28, 1971.

He graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville in 1970. His career in education began at Blanchardville High School as a teacher and a coach. He continued on to earn his Master's Degree in 1972 from Southern Missouri State University in Springfield. He taught and coached at Rolla (MO) High School before accepting the role of Assistant Principal at Rolla Junior High School. In 1979, he returned to Wisconsin to continue his career in Educational Administration for the School District of Platteville. He retired in 2004 after 25 years with the District.

He was a passionate advocate for inspiring success in his staff, his students, and his family. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, and traveling. He looked forward to annual summer vacations with his family. He took tremendous pride in maintaining his lawn and gardens. After retirement, Alan and Joyce spent their winters vacationing in Florida and Arizona.

Alan is survived by his wife, Joyce; his children, Damian, of Minneapolis, MN, and Courtney (Daryl Logan) of Verona; his siblings, Cindy (Ron) Weber, of Cuba City, Kristi (Tim) Murray, of Waunakee, Michael, of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Mark (Laura) of Cedar Rapids, IA; his stepmother, Barb, of Cuba City; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and by his brother, Greg.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, with a celebration of life to be held beginning at 4:00pm. Friends are asked to bring their favorite stories and memories of Alan to share. A light meal will follow the celebration. The visitation, celebration of life, and meal will be held at Melby Funeral Home, 1245 N. Water St. in Platteville. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com. 

 The family would like to thank Dr. White and St. Croix Hospice for their excellent care. 

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Jean Bull
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Thoughts, prayers and love to you all. Mr Eveland was such a kind man and was so good to my kids at school. He will always be remembered for everything he did for us. 🙏❤️
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Kathie Klar Kluth
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Joyce and family: I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Prayers being said for all of you. Kathie
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Cheryl Cardey Abrams
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Joyce and Family. I want to express my sorry for the death of Alan. I knew him from the time he arrived in Potosi. Our families were friends. He was the brother I never had back in those young days. I send my hugs and love to all.
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Dean Isaacson
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My sincere condolences to Joyce and family. Al was respected by students, their parents and his colleagues. He was one of the good ones and will be missed by all who knew him. I can’t attend Al’s Celebration of Life but I know there will be many smiles and tears of appreciation as his family and friends share their memories.
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Kay Krepfle Leitzen
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I will always have my first memory of Alan as a strong young college man who took the front sidewalk steps of his parents’ home three at a time when he came home to visit. He had a true zest for living to the fullest. I am so very sorry for Joyce and all who will miss him but I know that he will stay in their hearts forever.
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Denise Rostad
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Joyce, Damian, and Courtney, you are all in my prayers at this sad time. I felt so blessed to have Al as my principal for a few years. I knew he always had my back. He was so encouraging to his teachers. Sending love.

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