TURNER – Donald A. Everett Sr., 74, died unexpectedly at his residence. Born Dec. 28, 1929, in Brewer, the son of Grace Leathers Everett and Delmar Everett. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Brewer High School, Class of 1949. He married Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Doherty, the love of his life and childhood sweetheart in 1950. Don worked for Border Express as a trucker and dispatcher for 10 years. In 1960, he and Betty moved to Lewiston to build Lewiston Supersonic Car Wash. A few years later, with his and Betty’s hard work, they were able to build Minute Man Car Wash. He also sold car-washing supplies throughout New England. In 1974, he lost his wife, Betty. In dedication to her, he named his new store and gas station in Lewiston, Elizabeth Ann General Store. Don was always thinking ahead of his time in the business world as this was the first 24-hour store in the area. In 1996, Don expanded his operation again by opening up Elizabeth Ann Xpress Lube. Don was an avid outdoorsman and Atlantic salmon fisherman. He enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, spending time at his camp with his grandchildren, friends and his dogs. He was a member of the Masons and Shriners. He was proud to be a blood donor for the American Red Cross, receiving an award for his decades of donating. He is survived by a son, Donald Jr. and his wife, Sharon, of Portage; daughters, Barbara Everett of South Portland, and Janet Yannelli and her husband, Bruce, of Winthrop; grandchildren, Christine Everett, James Everett, Tracy, Brian and Alan Yannelli; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Ashlynne and James. He was predeceased by an infant son, James; and a brother, Phillip. Visitation for friends and family will be Friday 10 a.m. -12 Noon at the funeral home. At Don’s request there will be no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donald’s memory to the Shriners Hospital for Children, Office of Development, International Shrine Headquarters, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607-1460. A service of The Fortin Group, Auburn, Turner & Center Streets. www.dignitymemorial.com
DONALD A. EVERETT SR.
