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After graduating from high school in Orangeburg, South Carolina, Everett honorably served in the United States Air Force for four years, a period during which he developed a foundation of discipline and respect that would influence the rest of his professional and personal life. Following his military service, he embarked on a noteworthy career in Banking. Everett received a certification from The Graduate School of Banking in Madison, Wisconsin. His time in the industry spanned five decades. Everett held positions at North Carolina National Bank in Charlotte, North Carolina; Texas Commerce Bank and Bank One in Houston, Texas/ Charleston, West Virginia/Columbus, Ohio; and Norwest Bank and Wells Fargo Bank in Dallas, Texas. He also owned and operated Waucoma Builders Supply in Waucoma, Iowa, from 2000-2001.
Everett was a member of King of Glory Lutheran Church in Dallas, Texas, where he was involved in the church community and volunteer organizations.
A man of many skills and interests, Everett could always be found tinkering in his garage, whether working on his cherished MGB kit car or building small pieces of furniture. A golfer and enthusiast of radio-controlled airplanes, he also appreciated the outdoors and the detailed work his hobbies required.
Everett's commitment to his family was unwavering. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Debra; son, Jeffrey Gambrell of Miami, Florida; daughter, Jennifer Gambrell of Washington, D.C.; sister, Glenda (Sam) Houck of Clermont, Florida; sister-in-law, Virginia of San Antonio, Texas, seven nieces and several great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ella and William Gambrell, and his brother, Hayden (Rudy) Gambrell.
Known for his great sense of humor and readiness to lend an ear or a hand, Everett made a lasting impact on his friends and family. He enjoyed driving trips across the United States and yearly ski trips with longtime friends, and he cherished the simple pleasures of Friday afternoon movies with his wife, complete with a large Coke and popcorn.
A Celebration of Life for Everett will be planned at a later date. Cedar Memorial Funeral Home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is assisting the family with arrangements. Everett's legacy of kindness, humor, and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
The DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia
9000 C Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
319-221-8866
Houston SPCA
7007 Old Katy Road
Houston, Texas 77024
713-869-7722
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Anthony Handy
December 1, 2024
I literally just Googled Everett's name as I was thinking about him. Wow!
Mr. Gambrell was an executive at Norwest/Wells Fargo bank when I was a entry associate. He was always personable and inspiring.
Mr. Gambrell and his charming wife were one of my first customers when I started my carpet cleaning business.
I always remembered his kindness and intelligence.
Rest well, sir.
Anthony Handy
Dave Harvey
October 6, 2024
I remember Everett at Texas Commerce Bank as the Executive Vice President over Check Processing Department. He, and Buddy, were my internal clients. I was responsible for the check processing systems. The department was well run, which made it easy to support. Everett, and Buddy, required the system to perform without issues, and for the most part the systems performed as expected.
Working with Everett, and Buddy, was a very good experience. I next remember Everett from the JST. I joined the group in 2006, well after the JST was organized by Everett. The JST was a wonderful experience! The members became great friends I always looked forward to meeting for our week of annual tryouts at various ski resorts throughout Colorado and Montana. I will miss Everett as a good friend and as a JST companion.
Dave Harvey
Jack Robinson
August 8, 2024
I enjoyed joining Everett and the other Jamaica Ski Team members on various annual skiing trips. Everett was one of the founders of the team. We all shared great comadre telling stories of the daily skiing accounts and the evening meals that we all pitched in to make. Everett will be missed.....have a great run on the slopes above Everett.
Jack Robinson, aka bikemon
Geordie Tregre
August 8, 2024
I came to know Everett thru his cousin, my stepmother June.
Everett was very generous with the time he spent with June, and I very much enjoyed my conversations with Everett.
Geordie Tregre
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Paul R. Bigham
August 8, 2024
Mildred was always excited when he and Deb came to see her in Charlotte. She enjoyed telephone calls from Everette,that would always brighten her day. Deb, Jeff and Jennifer for your loss.
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August 6, 2024
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August 6, 2024
My earliest memory of Uncle Everett was our family coming back stateside for a visit in the early 70s between Dad's overseas AF assignments and meeting him and his family. I didn't quite understand the concept of relatives beyond Mom, Dad, and my 3 sisters yet because of growing up across the world from everyone else, but I understood and accepted that Uncle Everett was my dad's brother and so was part of my family, too. We moved to Texas in 1977 for Dad's retirement from active duty, and the decades since - most especially the last three that I've spent living in the DFW metroplex - have meant more chances to visit and get to know him and Aunt Deb better. He was a kind, generous, caring, intelligent, funny, and quietly affectionate man, and my family and I were blessed to know him.
Julie Heath
August 6, 2024
My sincere condolences for all family and friends of Everett
I fondly remember Everett at The Family Reunion as a kind & gentle man Much Love Cousin Deb
Darrell Meeks
August 6, 2024
Everett,
Was a dear friend of mine, we enjoyed flying remote control airplanes together, he was very good at landing them in trees, which we spent the rest of the afternoon getting them down!
We also enjoyed working on his little
MGB kit car together!
Jenni Cockrell
August 6, 2024
Everett´s sense of humor and generosity with his willingness to help will live in my heart. He and Deb were the best friends and neighbors! We had lots of fun together and they both helped our family so much! Everett was an amazing person. Love to all of his family and friends.
Gary Williams
August 5, 2024
I had known Everett professionally through my work as a vendor in the banking industry. One of my co-workers, Gene Miller, invited me on a ski trip that Everett organized. It was the start of an annual trip that for me lasted for many years. When my knees no longer wanted to ski, I went on the trip anyway. While the guys were on the mountain, Everett and I would go to the grocery store and have a leisurely lunch. We would meet the others at the end of the day to hear the great stories of the day. Everett was a wonderful man and friend. He will be missed. Gary Williams
Beryl Rogers
August 5, 2024
Deb, Jeff and Jennifer...
I´m so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Ev was always a favorite of mine and he will be sorely missed.
Praying comfort and peace for each of you.
Love y´all!!
Beryl
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