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Sherman Everley Obituary
EVERLEY SHERMAN EDWARD EVERLEY On Sunday, April 27, 2008, 3 a.m., Sherman Edward Everley, of College Park, MD, passed away from a long-term illness. He was the beloved husband of the late Betty Everley; beloved father of Gail Unsworth (George); Deborah O‘Connor (Donald); adored grandfather of Albert Stokes (Lisa); Troy O‘Connor (Shannon), Trenton O‘Connor. Also survived by one great grandson, James Edward O‘Connor. Sherman had a long-time career as a mechanical engineer with the Federal Government and retired from the Veterans Administration. He was also a World War II Veteran serving in the Army of the 2nd Armored Division “Hell on Wheels.” During his tour of duty, he was in the Invasion of Normandy on D-Day (June 6, 1944) and in the Battle of the Bulge (December 1944). Sherman is a registered World War II Honoree and was very proud to have served his country. He was also a long time member of the American Legion of Greenbelt, MD Post #136, VFW of Lanham, MD Post #8950 and a member of 45 years with the Loyal Order of the Moose College Park, MD Post #453 Our family would like to thank all the staff at Shangri-La Assisted Living in Ellicott City, MD. Our father made many friends there during his stay. They were so good with him. We would also like to thank Hospice for the short time they were with our Father. Viewing and Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April, 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at HARRY H. WITZKE'S FUNERAL HOME, 4112 Old Columbia Pike, Ellicott city, MD 21043, Phone 410-465-2848. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the American Lung Association; American Legion Post #136; VFW Post #8950 or The Loyal Order of Moose Post #453.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sherman Everley
Troy O'Connor
May 28, 2008
Pop Sherm,
A month later and I still find myself at a loss for words. Even though we all miss you very much I can take solace knowing that you are in a better place….with Minga by your side. Your strength and courage to face anything that life sent your way never left me feeling anything but humbled…..I can only hope to, one day, be half the man that you were. You touched all of us in a way that few could. Not only were you an American hero but you were my hero and I am thankful for every moment I was able to spend with you. Give Minga a hug for us. I love you, Pop Sherm, and you will be missed.
Troy
Trenton O'Connor
May 28, 2008
Pop Sherm,
I'm at a loss of words trying to explain how much you mean and meant to me. I always wanted to make you proud even though I was not sure of what I wanted out of this life. I joined the Army to show and prove to you that I could be a good man and a great soldier. I learned so much from you growing up and I will forever charish that. Being with you and Minga always put a smile on my face, I still remember the camping trips that you took Troy and I on. I loved hearing your stories about what you had experienced in life and in war. I am honored to be your grandson and very greatful for everything you have done for myself and the family. You are a true American hero and will always remain in my heart. I love you so much and you will forever be missed. Give Minga a great big hug from TJ. You are definitely the strongest man I will ever know and God Bless you sir.
Your Grandson,
Trenton Joseph
Our Hero-Our Rock...
May 28, 2008
Our Foundation...
May 28, 2008
Deborah O'Connor
May 25, 2008
Dad,
It's been almost a month since you have passed and I still feel the same as I did on the day you left us...empty, heartbroken and terribly lonely. Everyone keeps saying it will get better as time goes by and I have found even since mom has passed, the emptiness is still as strong as ever even more so now since you have left. I never stopped to think in my life I would have to go thru this and all I want to do is to talk to you and tell you how much I love and miss you. I want to hear your voice and see your smile....your crazy smile. Today we celebrated Memorial Day and this is the day Troy and Shannon would have their big cookout. You and Mom would come and the both of you would enjoy yourselves so much. Well, they didn't have the big cookout this year. Instead Troy, Shannon, James and myself went to their friends house and had crabs...very low-keyed. James was so adorable today and I wish he would have been able to have you longer in his life. He will always know about you and Mom. I will always share pictures and stories of how the two of you would have so much fun with your friends and family. You will be in James heart, I will make sure of that. He will know what a brave and heroic Great Grandfather he had and he will be so proud to have been around you a little in his life. The sadness in my heart and soul from not having you & mom, James beautiful smile and laughter takes the pain away when I am around him. I am so greatful that he has your middle name and even though you are gone, he will always know of you both and how you and mom gave so much love to us all. God Bless you and Mom...I love you deeply...
Your Daughter,
Debbie
Lisa Stokes
May 22, 2008
Sherm you will be missed. I want to thank you for always making me feel just like one of the family. Your family just needs to remember that you and Betty will always be with us, maybe not in body but in soul. All we have to do is close our eyes and let our memories fill us with joy.
To my family I thought you would like this poem.
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Kristie Novak
May 22, 2008
To My Slap Happy Granpappy Sherman :-)) That always made you smile when my silly self would walk into the room. You know how much you will be missed. There is no doubt in my heart that you don’t! I have never in my life met a man so full of life. Of course they don’t make men like you anymore, and we all know if they did this world be a much better place. I’m really happy you’re with Betty once again. I know how you longed for her and missed her terribly. So now I have lost two people that I really wish I could have known MUCH longer then the few short years we got to spend together. With you two leaving us I have a big opening in my heart & life that will be very hard to fill (if ever at all)… Yours Truly, Krissy
George Unsworth
May 10, 2008
To Pop Sherm,
I love ya had a lot of fun over the years and learned alot from you. And most of all I respect you with the upmost take care and I'll will miss forever...............
Albert Sherman Stokes
May 8, 2008
I'm sitting here so up set I just don't know what to say ,except that I miss you very much you will always be in my heart for ever ,please say hello to grandma for me .
Larry and Cyndi Noell
May 6, 2008
POPS We will greatly miss you!!! You were an honorable respected person that lived as a True American Hero in our eyes. Rest In Peace and God Bless You and Your Family!!!
Leah and Charlie Howard
May 6, 2008
Sherman Everley was part of the greatest generation and a true American hero. His measure is taken by those in gratitude for his sacrifices, and the ones who loved him. He will be missed.
Rosa Lohr
May 5, 2008
To the Family:
Mr. Everley was a special person whom I got to know over the years from coming to see Dr. Steinberg. I know he is happy again to be with his squeeze. I always enjoyed seeing him. I know he is in heaven telling how things should be done. To the family, I know he will be truly missed.
Debbie Stinnett
May 5, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Deborah O'Connor
May 1, 2008
Dad, I am so lost without you. Your viewing was last night and it was full with family and lots of friends saying their last good-byes to you. We had the Fellowship of the Moose do a memorial service and I must say it was very emotional. Don Baker wanted to say a few things and he had a hard time trying to say different things because his emotions were taking full force, he kept breaking down, which made everyones heart break. You looked so good. I've kept in contact with Bob and Jean and Bob is lost without you. He told me not to let this be the end of hearing from myself and Gail and I told him it won't be and I promised him on that. I put a colage of all of us into a fan to go with you, mostly of James because I wanted him to know his Great Grandpa. I wanted all of us to be with you and now we are. I love you dad, you are were my rock and I am so lost without you. I just know you aren't in any pain, no shortness of breath anymore and you are with mom. The two of you are united again and will be for eternity. No more pain bestowed on you...I love you and miss you terribly Dad...
Cheryl Lehr
May 1, 2008
I want to express my condolences to the Everley famly. Just by reading these entries, I can see that he was much loved and will be sorely missed, as is Betty. I'm happy that I got to know Sherm and Betty. They were good friends to my parents for many years.
Richard Lehr
April 30, 2008
Virginia and I are extremely saddened by the passing of Sherm. We know he is in a better place now, with his beloved Betty, whom we also mourn. God bless him and his family.
shannon oconnor
April 29, 2008
you were a wonderful grandfather and great grandfather. i'm so glad you were able to spend time with james. i loved you as if you were my grandfather. you will be missed.
Gail Unsworth
April 29, 2008
My Dearest Pop,
Your not hurting anymore, I am, I miss you and love you. It was good to leave (but to quick) and join mom. Saturday before your passing I thought something was in the wind. You where traveling as they say in other countries. I'm lost don't know what to do now. Three years taking care of mom and you.
* now what....now what.....*
You where a good father. When I was growing up you took me to teen club every friday night and taught me how to water ski, took us on vacations every summer. The best of all was Christmas they were exciting. Then you brought me my first car. All hell broke loose then. But we had fun over the years Dad do you hear me***** I wish you could of lived forever you and mom. See ya one day(I hope).... love you much bye bye keep an eye on all of us don't let nothing happen too terrible ok....with tears falling and heart hurting. I love you we all love you and miss you
Deborah O'Connor
April 29, 2008
I could not of had a better father than you Dad. I miss you so much and you are so deep in my heart. I love you so much. You are my hero. Your loving daughter...
Ed and Monica Noell
April 28, 2008
We are very saddened by the death of Sherm. He was a very charming man who deeply loved his wife, Betty, and his daughters and grandchildren. He was also one of the greatest patriots of modern times. They don't come any better. We will miss him deeply.
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