Ravenna
The Cleveland Indians have lost their biggest fan. Known as Butch to friends and family, Everett Lee Himes passed away on March 13, 2020 following several years of declining health.
Everett was born and raised in Edinburg, Ohio, and spent nearly all of his life in Portage County. He was the second of four sons born to Harrold and Janette Himes, and he was a graduate of Southeast High School. Following high school, he attended diesel mechanic college in Nashville, TN, and became a certified diesel technician. He spent his working career as a diesel mechanic for Kroger, Anchor Freight, and other well-known freight and trucking companies.
Far and away, his biggest hobby was rooting for the Cleveland Indians. He never missed a game on TV or radio, read every article about them, and kept up with their minor league players as well.
Known for his friendly nature and generosity, Everett will be deeply missed. He is survived by brothers Donald, Alan, and Stan Himes; his aunt, Betty Campbell; his uncle, Robert Schweizer; his aunt, Phoebe Prochaska; his aunt Darlene Pettigrew; as well as many cousins, nephews, nieces and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Harrold and Janette Himes; uncles Leon Campbell, Frank Pettigrew and Joseph Prochaska; and his aunt Martha Schweizer.
Friends will be received at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, on Friday, March 20, 2020 from 11:00am until the memorial service, officiated by Pastor Tim Paroz, beginning at 12:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the American Diabetes Association may be made in Everett’s name.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
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