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Jack D. Everett

Jack Everett Obituary

Jack D. Everett 50, of Tucson AZ, passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. He was born on February 10, 1959 in Roseburg, OR, to Carl R. and Ida Mae (Le Fevers) Everett. Jack graduated from Roseburg High School in 1977. He attended Umpqua Community College, graduating with degrees in Liberal Arts and Computer Programming Technology. He was employed by Evergreen Maintenance Center in Marana, AZ as a database administrator. He thoroughly enjoyed his work and was a talented and dedicated employee. He is survived by his wife, Julie of Tucson, AZ; son, Sam Everett of Coos Bay, OR; daughter, Lily Mae Everett-Curwick of Oregon City, OR; stepdaughter, Gillian Robinson of Canyonville, OR; mother, Ida Mae Everett of Winchester, OR; sister, Ruth (Mike) Curwick of Oregon City, OR; brothers, Rick Everett of Portland, OR, Joe (Brook) Everett of Little Fall Creek, OR, and Chris Everett of Portland, OR. He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Everett, in 2008, and stepson, Byron Spradlin, in 2007. Jack was a very generous person whose greatest joy in life was helping others. He had a passion for learning, and was knowledgeable about a wide variety of subjects. He especially loved science and technology, movies, and music. Jack will always be remembered for his exuberance for life. He brought extraordinary energy into a room. He loved to laugh, to talk, and to have deep, meaningful discussions. He wanted everyone to live each day to the fullest, just as he did. Jack was a loving and caring husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He will be missed dearly by his wife and family, and by all who knew and loved him. He will be remembered in our hearts forever. A Celebration of Jack's life will be held at Stewart Park in Roseburg, OR, on Saturday, July 18, 2009. Contributions in Jack's memory can be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Jul. 12, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Jack Everett

Sponsored by Julie J. Everett.

17 Entries

Marty Bellanca

July 6, 2019

10 years later and still the best damn DBA and Programmer I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I would be sitting there, explaining what I wanted or needed, he appeared to be just ignoring me typing away at his magical keyboard and by the time I was finished explaining what I wanted, he flip his screen around and Boom, there is was. He was worth his weight in gold both as a com padre in the workplace and as a friend as well. Still miss him every time at work when I need something, I always start out the thought or conversation, Once long ago, I knew this guy named Jack, this would have been a slam dunk if he was here...

Kimberly Schmidt-Abrams

June 27, 2019

I was recently going through my rediscovered yearbooks from Roseburg and saw Jack's photo. As we were childhood friends - starting at Winchester Elementary School, we had lost touch after graduation, and I wanted to find out what had happened to him. I'm deeply saddened to find out about his passing. Jack was a faithful friend, and an amazing person - and I have many fond memories of him. Though it has been ten years since he's been gone, I want his wife Julie and the rest of his family to know how very sorry I am for your loss.

Jack with our dogs Chico and Scruffy

Julie Everett

July 1, 2016

In loving memory of Jack Everett, who was taken from his family and friends on June 30th seven years ago. I don't know how anyone else feels, but it just doesn't seem possible that it's been that long ago. I want to pay honor to Jack's memory, as I do every year on Facebook, and share some memories. It's a particularly sad day, due to the natural reliving of it (and the weeks leading up to it) at this time every year. Although time marches on, not a day goes by that I don't think of him and miss him.

This photo brings back a memory that makes me smile. Scruffy, my loveable goof of a toy poodle, loved Jack. Look at how happy he is while sitting on his daddy's lap out on our patio! Jack would take Chico and Scruffy to work with him every day. Over time, we came to switch cars. He liked the fun of driving my Miata, and I liked the comfort of his Protégé. Jack would drive with the convertible top down, speeding along north on I-10 on his way to work in Pinal County with both dogs riding shotgun. That scared the heck out of me! Scruffy was not real brainy, and I feared the worst. I felt a terrible sense of dread every morning when they left. After many months of this, Chico dug his back paws in and refused to go along, so it was just Jack and Scruffy. Our nickname for Scruffy was Doodle, dubbed such years earlier by his veterinarian. Scruffy became a fixture and a big hit at Evergreen Aviation, padding along behind Jack whenever he left his office. Somehow Jack morphed Doodle into Strudel and all of his coworkers referred to Scruffy as Strudel, having no idea that it wasn't his real name. It's silly, and not much of a story, but it's a little slice of my former life, and a happy memory.

For those who knew Jack, please feel free to share a funny story or a happy memory of him.

Much love goes out to all the members of the Everett and Curwick families, and to Jack's many friends, as well. I know you all feel an immense void in your lives, as do I.

Julie Everett

July 1, 2016

I sure appreciate the comments and stories from Jack's former friends and classmates who post in this guest book. Please don't hesitate to continue posting. It's never too late.

Paris (Perry) Tabor

October 18, 2015

Julie:
We had never meet...Jack & I went different directions after UCC, but he was always part of my life...provided me quality childhood friendship
I must say he become a very handsome man...as a kid, I had my doubts.
Jack & I meet when we were maybe 9 years old (shortly thereafter he broke both arms)...he was one of my first friends in Winchester and he introduced me to Bill Beckely, Tom Johnson, Paul Brown and others...we had great mud football games at Winchester school and it was my house that all the neighborhood tag games were played.
Over the years as pre-teens and teens, we would frequently keep in touch...he was one of those friends you knew would always be there come thick or thin.
I'm sorry we didn't stay in contact, but life got in the way...
I learned of his "graduation" (too many friends are graduating these days) right after returning from Tuscon for the first time...I was doing work at the University...I was literally in Tuscon when he graduated...and keep getting loss and circling the old cemetery...all I can say is...very strange.
I'm sure he is still missed and thank you for keeping his memory alive with the guest book.

My son and daughter with one our son's daughters (he has identical twins) right before our daughter got married April 12 15

Bob Pew

August 19, 2015

Jack

I know it has been years now...I still think of yu as a friend that never judged me, I am 55 now and you would be 56. I have not heard from any of the old gang, I heard Bill is living on the farm as a recluse, your brother moved back to the 'burg and takes some really good pix with his phone of humming birds. Matt passed several years ago...have not heard from Jerry or Randy. Just wanted to check in...

Bob Pew

February 9, 2012

Jack,

Wow, I just found out...it has been about thirty years since I have seen you and I still think about the times we had in school. I pray all those left behnd enjoyed your company as much as I did so long ago

Jack with Noah

Michael Curwick

July 5, 2010

Pam Price

September 8, 2009

Julie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your dear Jack. He seemed like a really great person and had such a nice friendly manner. That, and it was clear how happy you were to be with him.

I know this has to be a huge loss for you Julie. You have my deepest sympathy. Condolences also to all Jack's relatives.

Kathleen Ryan

September 7, 2009

Julie, I just found out this evening that Jack had died. I am so sorry for your loss. I rememeber the first time I saw Jack was about eight years ago. He was outside on a warm day and he was washing and waxing your big old car like it was a work of art! What a sweetie pie! He seemed like such a warm and loving guy. May you find comfort in all your sweet memories.

Marty Bellanca

September 2, 2009

In memory of my friend and Colleague:

I thank you for the long meaningful conversations of life and sometime just nothing at all.
The days of learning and the days of foolery
The days of laughter and days of sadness
The days we spoke of life and death.
The days at work that turned into day again
Though it was work we somehow made it fun. I think it was because first and foremost, we were just friends
Though you are no longer here on this world, you are still in our hearts

Robin (Conkey) Sell

July 18, 2009

So sorry to hear about Jack. My heart and prayers are with you all. I have fond memories of growing up with Jack. Oh could he make me laugh. He will be missed.

Pam Wells Simleness

July 17, 2009

To the friends and family of Jack - I'm so sorry to hear of your lose. Jack was a classmate of mine in high school. It was impressive to read about the wonderful adult he became and his impact he had on those around him.

victoria jordan

July 14, 2009

Jack was for about a year a best friend and another father to me and I will miss him deeply. A highly intelligent man with a heart of gold and a passion for conversation. I will always miss our talks and the good times. But I will always celebrate his life in my mind and heart.

Jacqueline Wingler

July 13, 2009

Jack was a wonderful man who will be missed greatly. It was always a treat when he came by to share a few words as friends and chat about whatever new was going on. I will cherish the days when I could call Jack my co-worker. I pray it may help his family find peace that Jack was well loved, respected and admired. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Larry Foreman

July 13, 2009

Arthur, sorry for the passing of your brother. From what I read, he certainly knew the importance of his gift here on earth. Take care, Larry Foreman

July 13, 2009

My sincere condolences to Jack's family. He was a great friend and co-worker and will be sorely missed. Julie, I know he was so happy to be married to you, you brought him a lot of joy. It's hard to believe- he was so full of life and optimism.
Theresa Ames
Bob Gagnon

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