I first met Everett in 1989 at Wabush Mines when he was the Chief Engineer and I was a Boiler Inspector. At that time, and in the years following, I got to know Everett very well. Eventually he came to work with us and you could not find a better person to work with. He was full of knowledge, let you know what was on his mind, and was always there to help when there were things to get done. Everett would call me at least once a week at the office in Mount Pearl and St. John's, and more than once I hung up the phone with tears running down my cheeks from laughter at some of the things Everett would say. He was always himself when we chatted and genuine in everything he said and did. He often spoke about his children and Mom when we chatted as well. I was saddened to hear of Everett's passing, as I knew how much Everett enjoyed life and our great Newfoundland outdoors. He loved it all, fishing, hunting, his gardens, etc. So my deepest condolences and my thoughts and prayers go out to Everett's family and friends, as he touched everyone who knew him. As we say here on the Rock, 'so long me son, I'll see you on the other side.' God bless.
