"To the Everson Family, Our deepest sympathies to you all at this difficult time. Cherish the many memories of years gone bye. Jack & Gail Schneider"
In loving memory of
ELMER JUNIOR EVERSON
March 14, 1927 - January 2, 2020
Elmer J. Everson, 92, of Marquette, died peacefully Thursday morning, January 2, 2020 at the Marquette County Medical Care Facility in Ishpeming while under the care of Lake Superior Life Care & Hospice.
He was born March 14, 1927 in LAnse, a son of the late Elmer O. and Dorothy M. (Smith) Everson and was a 1945 graduate of LAnse High School.
Elmer served in the US Navy and was a WWII veteran.
He married Caroline Cis I. Selden on June 26, 1948 at the Sacred Heart Church in LAnse and she preceded him in death on February 9, 2012. The couple was married 63 years.
Elmer was employed for 30 years at WLUC TV6 in sales. He then worked for WJMN TV3 out of Marquette and Escanaba as a sales manager for another six years.
He was a member of St. Christopher Catholic Church and American Legion Post #44. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and attended games for many years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, fix-it projects, woodworking, spending time at camp, snowmobiling, traveling and most recently painting.
He is survived by four children, Therese (David) Parsons of Charlevoix, MI, Richard (Roberta) Everson of St. Louis, MO, Daniel (Trish) Everson of Marquette and Sheryl (Ike) Dyksterhouse of Sheboygan, WI; 12 grandchildren, Maria (David) Bouslough, Katie (Chris) Untalan, Bradley Parsons, Amber Munday, Ben (Michelle) Everson, Nick (Leslie) Everson, Jeff Everson, Rebecca (Andrew) Johnson, Alysha (Chad) Wiesner, Matthew, Danielle and Jessica Dyksterhouse; great-grandchildren, Sophia, Joseph, Safia, Lio, Gabriel, Giulia, Max, McKenzie, Edie, Harrison, George and August; sister, Carol LeClaire, of LAnse; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Caroline; brothers, Ralph, Ronald & Robert Everson; sister, Betty Pukall; a grandson, Dustin Parsons; and a granddaughter-in-law, Kaneidra.
The family greatly appreciates the wonderful care received from Mill Creek Senior Living Community, Lake Superior Life Care & Hospice, Marquette County Medical Care Facility and Parallel Home Care Services.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. at the Canale-Tonella Funeral Home with Rev. Gregory Heikkala officiating. Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until the time of the service in the funeral home. Spring burial will take place in the LAnse Evergreen Cemetery.
Mr. Eversons grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.
Those wishing to make an expression of sympathy are kindly asked to consider the UP Honor Flight, 7508 J Road, Gladstone, MI 49837.
Elmers obituary may also be viewed at canalefuneral.com where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance.
Tributes
"Elmer and Cis Everson were two of the nicest people you could ever meet. They were extremely nice to me as a young co-worker with Elmer and shared their family values many times. The four children they raised are a real living tribute to both Elmer and Cis. Peace. (Lou Chappell)"
"Dan and family, Just wanted to take a moment and say I am sorry for your lose, may positive thoughts and memories help you through this time. God Bless, Mike Gregorich"
"Dear Terry, Rick, Dan, Cheryl and families, Our condolencesto you all for the loss of Elmer. Our two families shared a lot together in years past. There were a lot of laughs generated by the two Dads, from Marquette to Skanee. Elmer's great sense of humor was so appreciated. I am sure Ode is waiting for Elmer, with a couple new jokes to share. Elmer will be missed but not forgotten. God bless. John Olson"
"So sorry to hear about your Dad passing, Dan. I hope the memories you have will help you through this sad time. Take care of yourself. Sending prayers for you and your family."
"Prayers go out to all the family...Teri and David Parsons...James /Donna Sell"