Everett H. Eide

Everett H. Eide

January 18, 1932 - December 14, 2023

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MADISON - Everett H. Eide, age 91, of Madison, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. He was born on Jan. 18, 1932, in Crookston, Minn., the son of Peter and Erica (Danielson) Eide.


Everett graduated from Central High School in 1950, lettering in basketball, football and golf. He attended the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks, his freshman year where he was a member of the University Golf Team. In 1952, he enrolled at the University of Iowa, graduating in February 1955. His senior year he was the Commander of the U.S. Air Force ROTC.


On Nov. 24, 1954, Everett was married to Eunice Achenbach in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They had four beautiful children, Linda, Peter, Erica and Kristin.


After graduation in 1955, Everett entered the U. S. Air Force, went through Flight School and combat training and received his Wings as a Fighter Pilot. He flew the F-80, the F-86, and the F-100. Part of this duty was in the 1738th Ferry Squadron. Here he was involved in the delivery of these fighter aircraft domestically, to South America and to the European continent. He left the Air Force in 1961. After service he traveled to Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin as a sales representative in the clothing industry.


Everett loved his family, enjoyed golfing, boating on the Madison Lakes, and spending most of the winter months on Siesta Key in Florida.


Everett is survived by his wife, Eunice; children, Linda (Richard) Searle, Peter (Sandy) Eide, Kristin (Todd) Eckelberg; and grandchildren, Erin Eide, Bryan Eide, Everett Eide, Erica Eckelberg and Ella Eckelberg. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Erica Eide; brothers, Willie Eide and Pat Eide; and sisters, Juel Byfield, Burdell Eide and Evelyn Eide.


A private family service will take place in the late spring.


The family would like to thank the team at Agrace HospicecCare for their compassionate care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

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Mondry
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Sending our love to you. The Mondry’s (neighbors)
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Bert G. Zipperer
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While I only knew Everett a bit, I had the pleasure and honor of working alongside Eunice at Marquette Elementary School over 30 years ago. Eunice was the best Speech and Language specialist..... she was a role model for caring about kids and doing good every day. She was simply AWESOME! I cherish the good work we did in those days, from 1988 to the 1990's .... and I especially have fond memories of being in the little office next door to Eunice. Everett must have been every bit as wonderful as Eunice, as they were a loving couple and a ton of fun at all staff events. A big hug to you, Eunice.... and all my best.
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judith sokolow
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I worked with daughter Erica at Shorewood School in Madison.....lovely person. Sharing sadness with her loss, and now her father.
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Donna (Wind) Schulthess
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I just heard about Mr. Eide passing. He lead a full life. I think about my babysitting the “kids” often. When I read his age I was surprised. I still think of everyone as the same age as when I left. May all your wonderful memories help you through this time. Donna (Wind) Schulthess.
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Tracy (Willmore) Punsel
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Growing up across the street from you, I remember the clothing sales Ev would have. Mom and I had the best PJs in town. :) Thank you Ev for your service for our country. Rest in peace.

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