Everett Hoskins

Everett Lee Hoskins, 77, of Bridgewater, passed away Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at his home in Bridgewater. A private Graveside Service was held Saturday, Dec. 7, at the Mount Etna Cemetery, rural Corning. Military Honors were provided by the Iowa National Guard Honor Guard and the Williamson American Legion Post #719. Pearson Family Funeral Service and Cremation Center was in charge of arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.pearsonfuneralhomes.com.

Everett was born Nov. 16, 1947, the son of Mary Elizabeth (Kelly) and Ralph Wilbur Hoskins. After graduating from Corning High School in 1966, he enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Vietnam War from October 1968 to January 1970.

Everett married Kristen Danielson in December 1971 and later divorced. He married Jennifer Sherley in September 2002 and later divorced.

Everett spent many years of his life working as an automotive mechanic as well as a mechanic on farm machinery and semi-trucks. He was a collector of many things including old cars, tractors, guns and coins. When not tinkering on things in his garage, he also enjoyed watching a good western movie. Everett also loved to hunt and travel with his longtime ride-or-die best friend Larry Waddle or as he referred to him “LW”.

Everett is survived by his two daughters: Stacey Hoskins (Jason Eastin) of Oakville and Jayme (Eric) Rowley of Mediapolis; Garrett Sherley (son of Jennifer Sherley); three grandchildren: Rylee Molter Anderson, Ryne Rowley and Haiden Molter; along with his siblings: Robert Hoskins of Atlantic and Elizabeth “Anne” Routh of Granger, Indiana.

Everett was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Mary Hoskins.