On July 29 2019 at 9:30 pm Everett Calvin Burley passed away at the Campbell County Hospital in Gillette, WY, where he was transported by ambulance, following an accident at his beloved family ranch. His loving wife, Bonnie was at his side and he was surrounded by his family.
Everett was born Sept. 5, 1932 in Miles City, Mt. to James and Freda Burley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Freda (Mitchell) Burley and his sister, Carrie Weber.
He is survived by his wife Bonnie Burley, his brother Scott Burley (Buntsy) and his sister, Thelma Taylor (Francis). His legacy lives on through Everett and Bonnie’s children Roxy, Jay, Mitch (Theresa), Quinn (Tracy) and their 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren who all called him “Papa”. He is also survived by numerous nieces & nephews.
Everett was inducted into the US Army on April 11, 1956. He and Bonnie Geraldine Cathey were united in marriage on July 16, 1956 in Colorado Springs, Colorado in a double wedding ceremony alongside his brother Scott and his bride to be Buntsy Hurley.
Everett and Bonnie began their journey together in Heilbronn Germany and welcomed their first child Roxy Lee Burley on October 22nd 1957 in Stuttgard Germany. Everett was released from military duty in Germany on Jan. 16, 1958. Everett, Bonnie and Roxy returned to his father’s ranch in the Epsie community where they resided until they moved to Broadus where Everett learned carpentry skills from John B Stabio for a time.
They later leased the Lizzy Peterson Place and where they welcomed their second child Jerry Allison Burley on September 14, 1959. It was there they met their lifelong friends Carl and Pat Phillips along with several good people in the Sonnette Community.
In approximately 1961 Everett and Bonnie purchased the Hopkins Place where they spent the majority of their married life. On December 3 1962 Mitchell Everett Burley was born and joined the family on the new place. Quinn Howard Burley was welcomed by the family on November 6 1967. With tight living space Everett utilized his carpentry skills to build their dream home from the ground up in 1976. Everett and Scott formed a partnership known as the Burley Brothers and together with their wives raised sheep, cattle and children.
The Brothers were also members of the band “Powder River Playboys” With this band Everett enjoyed playing the base fiddle and Guitar. This band played several Dances around the community.
As well as maintaining the family ranch and working numerous outside jobs, Everett had many hobbies enjoyed when he had time. Although his family and ranch life filled his heart, he loved flying in his plane, working the land, growing a garden and playing cards with friends and family. He also loved to go fishing in the Big Horn Mountains with family and friends. Everett’s sister Carrie owned a cabin in the Big Horns where many family vacations were spent.
Even in to his” retirement” years, Everett continued work on the ranch and to carry the mail on his route three days a week. From Broadus to Volborg to Pumpkin Creek and back, he was loved and appreciated for his care and kindness and he enjoyed all the wonderful folks on his route as well.
Everett’s sense of humor, his ability to love without condition and his presence will be forever missed, but never forgotten.
Visitation will be on Sunday, August 4, 2019 from 1-6 p.m. at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Broadus. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Powder River Congregational Church in Broadus. Interment with full military honors will follow at the Valley View Cemetery. Condolences to the family may be sent by visiting www.stevensonandsons.com. Donations may be made in honor of Everett to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
One of Everett’s Grandson John Cassity Jr. wrote the below poem for his Grandpa when he was in High School.
I can’t wait til I’m an old man
Stories told through scars on his old hands
For every grey hair is a beautiful memory of his child
And behind every wrinkle is a thousand smiles
A lifetime of wisdom to share.
And always has a dime to spare
He’s been here longer and knows the tricks on how to get through.
So I feel the need to give credit where credit is due.
You mean so much , if you only knew
Grandpa this one is for you.
John Cassity Jr.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday August 4, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday August 5, 2019
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59317
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday August 4, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday August 5, 2019
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Sylvia Zimmer says
Oh my, all my thoughts and prayers to Everett’s family. 🙏🙏🙏😥
Carol Schneidt says
Bonnie and family, Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you!C
Shawn & Wendy Richards says
Thoughts and prayers for you all!
Aspen says
Thinking of you guys. Hugs. He was a great man. I have lots of memories with him at the ranch.
William Alderman says
So many memories of such good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all of Everetts family, always enjoyed visiting with him when he was running our mail route.
Bert & Nancy Stoddard says
Everett was one of the first people we met in Broadus and was the first client Bert served. Good friend and a good man. Our prayers are with the family.
Kalli Howe (Cathey) says
He is in so many of my childhood memories. Will never forget this laugh and infectious smile. Hugs to the entire family.
Jane Thompson says
Bonnie and all of the Family.
Sending our sympathies and love.
Robbin Stoddard says
Heartfelt condolences to the Burley family. Everett was a great man and will be missed.
Cindy Cathey Rock and Bill Rock says
Deepest condolences to Aunt Bonnie, Jay, Roxy, Mitchell and Quinn. Uncle Everett’s life was full of laughter, tears, hard work and warm hearts. He was one of the kindest men I’ve ever known. He had a sense of humor and was always pulling pranks of the unsuspecting. He lived his life fully, never wanting to slow down, not wanting to let age or illness get the best of him. He was a respected member of the community and loved by everyone. Our family was lucky to have him in it and we all will miss him very much. Rest in peace, Uncle Everett.
Ginger says
God bless you, Everett; and love, hugs, and sympathy to the Burley family.💔😢
Penny Ronning says
Thinking of you and your family, Roxy and wrapping you all with much love and compassion.
Laurie Janssen Claypool says
Deepest condolences to the Everett Burley families. Our thoughts and prayers 🙏🙏 to you all!
Ron Igo says
Mitch and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Celebrate life and be proud of his legacy, you’re it.
Joni Schmitt says
So very sorry for your loss Burley family. Roxy I know your heart is breaking and you have a special place in my heart and prayers through this time.
Cindy Cathey says
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family. With love, Craig and Cindy Cathey
Sheri Burley Gali says
I have great memories of Uncle Everett, he was always up for a good tease. I’ll never forget his smile and laugh! Hugs to you all and may God Bless you. RIP Uncle Everett.
Dianne Cousteau Guess says
The world will not be the same,the days will go by,we will go about our duties,and people will ask how we are doing,our reply will always be,” good,or as good as we can.” There will be laughter,and smiles, and hello’s but be patient, because the light of our world has gone out. Everett Burley was one of those who made this world better. Go rest high on yonder mountain, your work here is done. LoveYou Uncle Everett.
Jeff & Tammy Holbrook says
Quinn, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for any of you.
Vic and Laura Lee Ullrich says
We are so very sorry to learn of Everett’s passing. He was indeed a very kind and good man. We will keep you and your whole family in our prayers. HIs passing will leave an empty spot in our community. He will be remembered fondly. Vic and Laura Lee
Gladys and Barney considine says
Bonnie, and your family, We were so very sorry to hear of Everett’s passing. You had a beautiful, fulfilling long life together, all the way to Germany and back to your Montana home. Let your memories buoy you up, laugh at some of them, smile and cry, too. Strength and prayers to you.
James M. Burley says
Rest in peace cousin.
Wish I could have known you.
Prayers for all those he
left behind.
Bill and Dina Gay says
Sincere condolences to all the family. Our thoughts are with you.
Meri Mainwaring says
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family
Tanya Russiff says
Mitch and Family,
Sending thoughts your way as you celebrate your dad’s life!
Tanya Russiff and kids! (Don Russiff family)
Mike McGregor says
I am saddened to hear of the loss of a great man. I am thankful that I got to know him a little during the countless days I spent on the ranch hanging with Ben. Thinking of you all.
Vonnie Shannon says
Oh Bonnie, I am so shocked to read this. I had the very best visit with Everett at our reunion. May God bless you. Vonnie
Marsha F. Small says
Roxy and family,
My heart to you. Sending you strength.
Marsha