Elder William “Bill” L. Everett, Sr.
May 8, 1930 ~ December 3, 2018
NASHVILLE - Elder William L. Everett, age 88, a Primitive Baptist minister and retired funeral director, passed away on Monday, December 3, 2018.
Elder Everett was born in Martin County, NC on May 8, 1930 and reared at Oxford Orphanage, along with his deceased wife, Lennie Everett, of 62 years. He attended NC Wesleyan College. He served churches in Virginia and North Carolina and was the author of the historical novel, "Coolmore." A US Navy veteran, he served in the Korean conflict. Two Old Order Baptists groups divided for more than a century were reunited through his efforts. He was a member of Central Cross Lodge 187 in Spring Hope, NC.
Elder Everett is survived by his son, William L. Everett, Jr. and wife, Cynthia of Nashville, NC; three grandsons, Gresham and (Abbie) of Blountville, TN, Seth and (Heather) of Wendell, NC, and Andrew of Bristol, TN; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Lowell Everett of Windsor, NC; and a very special friend, Emmalane Webb.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
A private Family Burial will be held at a later date at Pineview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the William and Lennie Everett Nursing Scholarship, Nash Community College, PO Box 7488, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 12/8, 12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM prior to the service in the Atrium of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home
1130 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 12/8, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Rev. Carlton Cockrell officiating.
Cemetery
Pineview Cemetery
761 N. Raleigh Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27801
A private Family Burial will be held at a later date at Pineview Cemetery.
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Bill was one of my favorite brothers from our Home where we were raised. I really got to know Bill and Lennie after I started coming to the breakfast at the Farmers Market. They had the kindest hearts and always went out of their way to help anyone in need. I am thankful that he isn’t in pain now and has gone to be with Lennie. Bless them both.
In memory of Elder William Bill L. Everett, Sr., Stephanie Taylor Powell lit a candle
A very kind gentleman, with many friends and will now have many more. Always enjoyed our many breakfast with our other brothers and sisters, as well as on many other ocassions. We sure will miss you Wm.
In memory of Elder William Bill L. Everett, Sr., Kenneth & Linda Edwards lit a candle
So sorry about the loss of your Daddy. I know you will miss him Jane Hedgepeth
Dear Family, When I was growing up in Rocky Mount I remember my dad Billy Donaldson always bragging on Elder Everett. He would often say, ” Bill loved his Lord.” My dad was right because I could always see the Lord in his life. Elder Everett was after God’s own heart. This wonderful man of God influenced my life as well as others. I have been a pastor now for thirty seven years. Elder Everett encouraged me to never give up. I have taken his advice and allowed the Lord to fight the battles for me. Thankful that I was honored to have known this spiritual man of God. Because Jesus Lives, Ricky Donaldson, Pastor of Northside Baptist , Bladenboro N.C.
Such a kind man. See you in Heaven.
A true gentleman!!!! He was a great friend to my Dad always held a special place in the hearts of the Taylor’s!!!! May God love bless all the family in this time of grief!!! Bill Taylor
Bill, Such fond memories of us growing up on Oakland Avenue in Englewood. My Dad, William Pridgen, truly treaured his friendship with Elder Bill and enjoyed their frequent bicycle rides together through Englewood. Bill and Lennie are now reunited in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.
Bill, I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill, I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
I was sorry to read about the loss of your dear loved one. The bible gives us hope of seeing them again in the promised resurrection to come according to scriptures such as [John 528-29] and [Acts 2415]. We find further hope in scriptures like [Isaiah 258] and [Revelations 213-5] which says in part that Jehovah God will wipe out every tear from our eyes and death will be no more, because God will swallow up death forever. I hope these scriptures will be of some comfort. My Sincere Condolences.
In memory of Elder William Bill L. Everett, Sr., Bill & Evie Whitley lit a candle
In memory of Elder William Bill L. Everett, Sr., Charlene Whitley Wynne lit a candle
Heaven did indeed receive a truly special angel when Bill Everett entered the pearly gates. Bill has been a family friend for well over 50 years and we are better because he was a part of our journey in life. Bill’s love of the Lord and love of family and friends has touched countless lives. His legacy will carry on in each of us whose life he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bill, Cynthia and family.
To The Family Please except my sincere condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. Death is something that we regret. However, reading Gods word that Bible can bring you and the family great comfort. At 2 Cor 13,4 the Father tender mercies and the God of all comfort. verse 4 who comforts us in all our trials Continue to cherish those fond memories of your dear loved one while reading these scriptures. Deepest Smpathy,