Fred W. Napier, 71, of Evarts departed this life on Monday, February 6, 2023, at his home with his family by his side.  Fred was born on November 15, 1951 to the late Anna Lou Fairchild Napier Strunk and the late Bill Napier.  He served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps and later worked as a truck driver.  He enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time outdoors, but he especially loved his grandchildren.  He believed in the Baptist faith.

In addition to his parents, Fred is preceded in death by his wife, Valerie Marie Burkhart Napier; a son, Scottie Napier; and a brother, Michael Napier.

Survivors include two children, Samantha Napier and Justin Napier, both of Evarts; a brother, Adrian Napier, Evarts; and six sisters, Linda Napier, Cincinnati, OH; Joann Reel and husband, Joe, Verda; Cammie Johnson, Teetersville; Angel Ewing and husband, Joe, Evarts; Sherry Strunk, Evarts; and Tasha Strunk, Verda.  Also left to mourn his passing are seven grandchildren, McCaylee Napier, Cammie Napier, Mileyjo Napier, Jesse Sergent, Macie Napier, Morgan Napier and Brody Napier; three great-grandchildren, John Liam Mackey, Cameron Napier and Teddy Joe Reece, Jr.; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Visitation for Fred will be Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the Evarts Funeral Home beginning at 11 am with funeral services to follow at 1 pm.  Pastor Rodney Freeman and Associate Pastor William "Chick" Kelly will officiate.

His burial will follow in the Napier Family Cemetery at Bledsoe with military rites by the Harlan Honor Guard.  His family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

Evarts Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Fred W. Napier.