Everett was a farmer and a retired sales representative for Pioneer. He belonged to the Peace Church of Christ United, Bennett, and the American Legion Post #104. He was also a member of the Cedar County Conservation Board and a 60 year member of the Masonic Lodge (32nd degree). Everett is loved and survived by his wife, Shirley Von Muenster of Bennett, Iowa; daughter, Julie (Perry) Schroeder of Bennett, Iowa; sons, David (Betsy) Von Muenster of New Liberty, Iowa, James (Diana) Von Muenster of Bennett, Iowa, Eric (Lori) Von Muenster of Algona, Iowa; grandchildren, Steve (Marianna) Von Muenster, Lisa Von Muenster, Shannon (fiancé, Brett Heintz) Von Muenster, Jesslyn, and Tyler Von Muenster, Rachel (Casey) Scheve, Robin (fiancé, Steven Anderson) Schroeder, Ryan Schroeder, Shaun, and Scott Von Muenster; great-grandchildren, Annabella and Emmaline Von Muenster. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Jeffrey Von Muenster; and sister, Evelyn Johansen Horstmann. Memorials may be made to the Peace Church of Christ United, Bennett or Hospice.