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Percival Everett Obituary
Dr. Everett practiced dentistry in the historic Waverly community of Columbia for 37 years, and he served as a civic and professional leader in the community, having been appointed by Gov. Carroll Campbell to serve on the Richland Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees and having served as a founding member of the Palmetto Health Alliance from November 1996 to April 1999, where he also served as Secretary of the Board and a member of the Executive Committee. He was also a former trustee of the Capital City Development Foundation and served as a board member for the United Way of the Midlands and for the Ronald McDonald House. Dr. Everett was the first black individual to serve on the South Carolina Board of Dentistry, where he also served as President.
Dr. Everett was involved with numerous professional societies and organizations, serving as President of both the Congaree and Palmetto Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Associations, and serving as a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity for over 50 years. He also served on a vast number of community projects and committees, illustrating his sense of civic responsibility.
Dr. Everett is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Dorothy S. Everett; son, Distinguished Professor Percival Everett (Danzy) of Los Angeles, Calif.; daughter, Dr. V. Denise Everett (Paul) of Raleigh, N.C.; four grandchildren: Henry, Miles, Michelle and Garrett; sister, Rosa Mae Hinton of Augusta, Ga.; sisters-in-law, Harriett Everett of Buffalo, N.Y. and Mary Everett of new Rochelle, N.Y.; brother-in-law, Charles Spivey Jr.; nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.
Funeral service for Dr. Everett will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2010, in Gethsemane Cemetery and Memorial Gardens. Public visitation will be held on May 4, 2010, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Alexander Funeral Home chapel, 1424 Statesville Avenue, Charlotte, N.C. 28236.
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Memories and Condolences
for Percival Everett
Jim Sawyer
May 20, 2010
Perce and I met in elementary school and became friends.Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jim Sawyer
Barbara Gortman
May 5, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dawne Morgan
May 5, 2010
Percival, I just learned of your father's death this evening and wanted you to know how sorry I am for your mom, Denise and you. My mother, who is here with me now, also sends her sympathy. We will reflect and mourn the loss of another great human being evolving from the struggles of their generation. We will always marvel at their accomplishments and admire their humility in the face of life's challenges. We know that their lives were lived with meaning and purpose. You all will find great comfort in these thoughts. Know that his work was done and that he will rest in peace. Love you, Dawne, Greg, Morgan and "Mom"
May 4, 2010
May the peace of God be with you all and find strength from his Word.
Linda Alexander
May 4, 2010
Mrs Everett and family, we are truly saddened by the loss of Dr. Everett. May you find comfort and peace in the love and respect that we have deeply within our hearts for each of you. Mrs. Everett, I cannot express the admiration I have for you as you attended to Dr. Everett during his time of need. May GOD embrace each of you with ANGELS of COMFORT and SUPPORT.
Deepest Sympathy
Maynard & Linda Alexander & Family
May 4, 2010
Percival,
I was saddened to hear of the death of your father. May God Bless You as you go through this difficult time in your life. Hopefully I will get to see you soon.
Joan McMillan Wickham
Angela Ruff
May 4, 2010
My mother was a patient of Dr. Everett
for many years.We pray for the entire Everett family. May God hold you all in
the hallow part of his hand.May God bl-
ess each and everyone of you. The Ruff & Washington families.
Annette Johnson
May 4, 2010
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
May 4, 2010
TO THE EVERETT FAMILY;
MAY LIFE BLESS YOU WITH LOVING REMINDERS TO HELP YOU FEEL CLOSE TO YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER.
MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BE WITH YOU DURING
THIS DIFFCULT TIME.
MRS. JOHNIE M. WHEELER
AND FAMILY
COLUMBIA, SC
Alexander Funeral Home, Inc.
May 4, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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