Everett Olds, Sr.

Webster - Everett K. Olds Sr., 92 of Webster, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 13th, 2013 at Lanessa Extended Care with his son, Kevin, and granddaughter by his bedside. He is predeceased by his wife of 69 years, Theresa (Stelmaszek) Olds in 2012, his son Everett Jr. in 2011, and son Wayne, in 2005, and five brothers, the oldest James was killed in WWII in Italy. He is survived by his son and caretaker, Kevin Olds of Webster, Granddaughter Jaime Petrie and husband Michael of Holden, Great-Grandsons Jonathan Olds and Damien Petrie of Holden, Richard Tetreault of Webster, Geraldine Walker of Dudley, Rickey Olds of California, 10 Grandchildren, 9 Great-Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and his beloved dogs, Cheyenne and Dakota. Everett was born on July 15th, 1921 in Webster, son of Frank and Agnes (Rothenburg) Olds. He attended St. Louis Grammar School and graduated from Bartlett High School in 1939. He was a Veteran of WWII serving in the United States Army. Everett was best known as the owner of Everett's Bicycle and Hobby Shop on 661 South Main Street in Webster for 36 years. If you needed a bike or a model this was the place to go. Lots of people, from politicians to police officers and even other business owners, came in just to sit and talk about the latest gossip in town with Everett. Everett was also known for his drawings which were unique. He covered the old Harris Street Market walls with his goofy cartoons and would paint signs for his friends who were running for elections. Everett was a custodian for the Town of Webster Schools for over 15 years and president of the local school custodian's union. On weekends he enjoyed cooking on the grille at Indian Ranch for the former owner, Jake Sadowski. On March 27th, 1985 The Patriot newspaper interviewed Mr. Olds about his upcoming re-election bid for the Housing Authority and he said, "I'm a lifelong resident of Webster. I love my town and the people in it. I love serving over the years." Everett was always involved in something to make Webster a better town to live in. This was evident while serving on the Housing Authority for 19 years, the Board of Health for 9 years where he worked diligently in the Land Acquisition for the land fill on Cudworth Road, he was a Constable for over 10 years, and over the years serving on the Insurance Advisory Commission, Veteran's Commission, Democratic Town Committee, 4th of July Fireworks as well Christmas Decorations Committees and was a part several dozen Bucket Brigades. Everett was also a member of the American Legion for over 30 years, the Easter Bunny in Webster for the Easter Egg Hunt at Memorial Beach for 18 years and a clown in the Little League Parades in the 70's and 80's. In his early years Everett was a skating guard and ran the Zamboni at Auburn Ice Skating Rink and roller skating instructor on the Main Street in Webster. Everett met his future wife, Theresa, at the Roller Skating Rink and they were married on Halloween in 1942. Everett enjoyed people and loved to talk. He would visit the residents of Oakwood nursing home 2-3 times a day. He would frequently visit Hubbard Hospital and Webster Manor as well as one of his favorite hangouts, the Webster Family Campground. He played fairs like Spencer, Woodstock, Washington County and Tunbridge Vermont selling Sports Hats. He loved going to flea markets and the Webster auctions. Everett enjoyed bragging about his Granddaughter, Shelley Olds being selected to the U.S. Women's Olympics Cycling Team for the 2012 Olympics in London. Shelley would have medaled but due to a flat tire, she finished in 7th place. Everett was very proud of her along with all of his grandchildren. His family was often the topic of his conversations. Everett loved his family, friends, his dogs, politics and the people of Webster. He would talk to anyone who would listen, even his enemies, and tell his jokes, stories and of Webster's past. He could brighten your day with his big, hearty laughter. Even at Lanessa, right up to his final days, he kept everyone laughing and smiling. Everett was happy to reconnect and be with people at Lanessa that he grew up with. Half of the people at Lanessa, both residents and workers, knew Everett as soon as he came through the door. His family would like to give a special thank you to all the staff at Lanessa for all their dedication and care they gave to Everett and to the people of Webster for allowing him to be such a big part of this town's history. He lived for this town and he made sure to let everyone know the love he had for Webster. His funeral will be private and held at the convenience of the family. The family is asking that anyone that has stories or memories of Everett to please visit www.paradisfuneralhome.com and post them for all to see. His family would like to be able to share these moments with each other and keep Everett's legacy alive for generations to come. Paradis Funeral Home in Oxford is assisting with arrangements.