Everett Timm

Everett Henry Arthur Timm, 80, died Saturday, April 17, 2004, at his home in Utica, Minn. following a two year battle with cancer. He was born Sept. 29, 1923, to Philip and Alma (Simon) Timm on the family farm at Utica. Everett was a graduate of Lewiston High School, and farmed all his life raising Black Angus beef cattle and crops, retiring in 1995. He married his wife Isabelle on February 2, 1957 at First Presbyterian Church, Rochester, Minn. Everett was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Utica where he served as both an elder and clerk of session. He served as chairman of the Utica School District prior to consolidation with the St. Charles District, and was a past member of the Masonic Temple and the Shriners. In 1999 Everett was named to the Winona County Fair Hall of Fame for his contribution to agriculture in Winona County as a small family farmer. Everett enjoyed reading, keeping up with the news and music. He played the trumpet, often performing with his father, mother and brother at family events. He is survived by his wife Isabelle; children, Cynthia of Utica, Barb (Michael) Forsythe of Winona and Craig of Winona; and a brother John (Doris) Timm of Utica. Everett was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be at First Presbyterian Church of Utica on Wednesday April 21 at 2 p.m., with the Rev. Timothy J. Gerarden officiating. Friends may call at the church from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday April 20, and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Utica. Pallbearers will be Ken Babcock Kent Erdmann, Jack Mueller, Josh Mueller, Roger Neitzke, Allen Timm Dan Timm, Robert Timm and Ted White. Honorary pallbearers are Ron Buck, Ken Feine, Lee Ploetz, Elmer Simon, Alphy Steines and Earl Timm. Memorials may be directed to the First Presbyterian Church of Utica or the Utica Area Cancer Fundraising Group. Hoff Funeral Homes- St Charles Chapel is assisting the family with the arrangements. We will greatly miss our husband and Dad, but we know you are with God and the suffering and pain has ended. You were born in your home 80 years ago, and you died in the comfort of your home with a lot of dignity. On your final days you were surrounded by loving family and friends, just the way you would have wanted it. We are now at peace that you are in the care of the heavenly father. We love you.