It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Robert Walter Everett on April 30, 2024, at the TBRHSC, with family by his side. Born on February 19, 1939, Bob was the eldest son of the late Leonard and Ethel Violet Everett.
A gifted student, skipping the 1st grade, he attended Franklin School, FWCI, Lakehead College of Science and Technology, and articled for 4 years through Queens University to obtain his Chartered Accounting designation in 1965.
Bob was the founder of R.W. Everett Accounting and Everett Rentals. He owned and operated an extensive real estate practice and was helped greatly by trusted employees Janet, Barb, Chris, Donnie and Jeff. He cared deeply for his clients and tenants, many of whom have been with him for decades.
Bob was married to the late Arlene Ketonen, together they had children Jason and Carol. He was also married to Gina Delbo for several years.
As a talented athlete in hockey, baseball and tennis, he was MVP in bantam hockey for Fort William, was an all-star pitcher in baseball, and nationally ranked in junior tennis in Canada. Proud of his many athletic achievements, Bob won the Arrowhead Tournament in Duluth, the New Ontario Tournament in Fort William, and rallied with tennis legend Pancho Gonzalez at the Fort William Gardens - in front of thousands of people when he was just 16. In 2008, Bob and Jason attended the epic Wimbledon Federer Nadal final. It was an incredible experience for both of them.
Bob played golf, hockey, squash, racket ball, badminton, tennis and curling in his adult years. He loved golf, winning the Peterson Invitational at Glen Abbey with Johnny Adams in 1981. At the FWCC, he loved the 19th hole and Wednesday twilight, often followed by festivities at Uncle Frank's, hosted by his great friend Billy Colosimo. Here he would spend time laughing with friends Marvin, Macaroni, Ward, John, Wayne, and many others.
He curled for many decades and had great fun at bonspiels with the late Larry Taylor. On Monday’s, he played various sports with his brother, Richie; nephew, Justin; Normie, Wayne, Gerry, Dave, Dan, Brian and Kenny for decades. Friday’s at 4pm, the Elks gang met up and told many stories. Some of which were true. Bob loved entertaining the boys: Gravy, Pic Man, Smitty, Jack, Billy, Roger, Steve D, Rookie, Steve S, Stevie, Bob, Frank, Kevin, Wayne, George, Tinker, Roger, Spudsy, Bill, Richie, and Ronnie.
Bob loved summers at Mackenzie Beach with Donna and her children Alan and Trisha. He loved hugging his grandsons before bed. He was proud of all his family's many achievements.
Bob is survived by his son, Jason (Kate); twin grandsons, Bobby, and Johnny; grandson, Adam; daughter, Lorraine, from Montreal; brothers, Chancellor Lorne Everett, in Santa Barbara, CA and Dr. Wayne Everett (Joy Johnson), on Vancouver Island, BC and Richard (Lorraine) Everett, from Thunder Bay; his caring partner, Donna McCormick; her son, Alan; and daughter, Trisha, as well as numerous extended family members.
Predeceased by his parents; daughter, Carol; and sister-in-law, Jennifer.
The Family would like to thank Dr. Addison, Dr. Bezanson, Crystal and the amazing staff of 3A for the care they provided.
A bedside prayer was held by Rev. Douglas McClure.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Elks Lodge – 201 SYNDICATE AVE S – on Friday, July 12, 2024 beginning at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers donations to the MS Society in Bob’s memory would be greatly appreciated.
Online condolences may be made through www.nwfanic.com
