Joseph I.C. Everly LEBANON Joseph I.C. Everly, 88, passed away quietly at Hershey Medical Center on March 8, 2014, after a brief illness. He was born on July 31, 1925, in the Brewerytown section of Philadelphia, and attended Roman Catholic High School, graduating as class Salutorian in 1943. While attending Roman, he lettered in both crew and cross-country for the Cahillites. He was part of the eight-oared crew that won the Schoolboy National Rowing Championship for Roman Catholic in 1943, and was later inducted into the school's Sports Hall of Fame. Joe enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942, prior to completing high school, and completed Basic Training at Parris Island in 1943. He served his country with honor during World War II at Peleliu in 1944 while attached to the 1st Marine Division, and later at Okinawa in 1945 as part of the 1st MP Battalion, Fleet Marine Force. After his honorable discharge from the USMC in 1946, he immediately joined the Pennsylvania State Police. Joe served 35 years with the PSP, retiring a full Captain and Commander of Troop H, Harrisburg in 1980. He was active in numerous veterans' organizations, including the Catholic War Veterans, Marine Corps League and Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a longtime organizer and participant in veterans' events in Lebanon, including the annual Memorial Day Parade and Veterans Day ceremonies. He was the Grand Marshal of the 2007 Memorial Day Parade in Lebanon, and considered it one of the greatest honors bestowed upon him during his lifetime. Joe enjoyed time spent working on home improvement projects, spending time with his family, as well as his monthly breakfast meetings with the State Police retirees. He was preceded in death by parents, Wilmer and Anna Everly; brothers, Will and Francis Everly; and his son, Damien Joseph Everly. He is survived by his wife of 64 years (and the love of his life) Lorraine Ditzler Everly of Lebanon; daughter, Rosemary Linkovic of Harrisburg; grandson, Matthew Bowman and his wife Madeleine Bowman of Harrisburg; granddaughter, Michelle Bowman Dixon and husband Michael Dixon of Harrisburg; great- grandchildren, Evan and Patricia Bowman, Joseph and Gabriella Dixon; as well numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 202 E. Lehman St., Lebanon, PA 17046 at 10 a.m. on Thursday morning. Viewing will be held Thursday morning from 9 to 10 a.m., prior to the service at the church. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of Joseph I.C. Everly to Roman Catholic High School Alumni Association, 301 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19107. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. is entrusted with the arrangements. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at our online guest book at www.thompsonfuneralhomelebanon.com
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I just found this picture of Lt Everly presenting a commendation to my Dad and the Ephrata troopers at Lancaster barracks in 1972.
I hope the family and friends of the Lt enjoy seeing this memory.
Bob Lowe Jr.
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April 16, 2022
Lorraine, we will always remember Joe and the wonderful things he did as our neighbor and friend. He always acknowledged our children's accomplishments and milestones at school and church. He made our neighborhood feel special and safe. He had such great stories to share! He will be dearly missed. You and your family are in our prayers.
Deb & Tom Morrissey
March 12, 2014
Lorainne, Rosemary, Matt and Michelle,
We have many fond memories of Bop. He was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. We are so blessed to have known this man and shared so many great memories with him. Heaven truly gained an angel when he left us. May God's peace and grace help you through this difficult time.
We love all of you,
Jen & Jim Houde
March 12, 2014
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss your dad and your family in skilled nursing at TLVH.
Sally Rauch RN
March 12, 2014
Dear Cuz, So sorry to hear about your dad he was a great man. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Love Gail
March 12, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to his Wife Lorraine and Family. I will truly miss the summer days sitting in the backyard listening to Joe's stories. I wish we had more time together my Friend! You will be missed by many!!! Rest in peace!!!
Cory Horst
March 11, 2014
Rosemary,Sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. We have fond memories of "Bop" as Matt & Michelle called him visiting at your home. A special remembrance was when he accompanied the helicopter the day the State Police brought it to Bible School. Calvin & Karen Smith & Sons
March 11, 2014
So sorry to hear of Captain Everly's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Patty Neubauer-Crozier
March 11, 2014
Rosemary,
I send good thoughts to you. Your Dad was an upstanding man. I remember as a teenage kid, being in awe of his stature and authority. Keep him forever in your heart.
Sylvia Hower Mellor
March 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers our sent , The times we met Mr Everly , he was always smiling, a very kind man. He will forever be a guardian angel to all those loved him. It was an honor to have met a man with such a kind and gentle heart. Love Brenda, Steve, Adrienne Burtner
Adrienne Burtner
March 11, 2014
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