Everett Lowell McFarland
January 06, 1940 — April 16, 2025
Everett L. McFarland passed away April 16, 2025, he was born January 6, 1940 in Des Moines, IA.
A graveside service will be held at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Ave., Des Moines, Iowa, on April 26, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Immediately following the burial there will be a reception held at Saylor Township Fire Department, 211 NW 54th Ave., Des Moines, IA.
He was preceded in death by his wife Joan of 56 years; parents Grace and Dennis McFarland; sisters Catherine Moore and Vera Holman; granddaughter Nicki Emelo, and niece Denise Moore.
Everett is survived by son David McFarland; daughters Brenda Emelo and Mary Ann Smith (Dennis); 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Everett was employed by the USPS as a Letter Carrier. He enjoyed traveling to Scotland, Ireland and England, buying and selling houses, and going to the cabin in Trenton, MO. He was a proud Union Member Branch 352 NALC.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com
Cindy Zirbel-Braniger
04/29/2025
Mary Ann & Family, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad.
I to, lost my Dad on the 19th.
All we have are the memories.
Carol Bowers
04/25/2025
Sorry to hear of your dad's death. Having you all nearby these last few years was a comfort and blessing to him. Your family are in my nightly prayers.
Diana L Savage
04/21/2025
David and family, I am so sorry about your Dad's passing. He was such a a quiet man and always had a smile. God Bless you
Pamela Blatz Parlee
04/21/2025
Mary Ann so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember the time a couple of us girls went with you and your mom and dad to the lake for Memorial Day weekend and had so much fun. Remember the good times !!!!
Michele Donnelly
04/21/2025
So sorry for the loss of your dad. We have so much fun working at the postal service. He had so many stories and he was very animated telling them as well.
Donna Grange
04/21/2025
David, my thoughts are with you. So sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace.