Don Everly Obituary

It’s hard to express how much I loved the Everly Bros. I believe I have every album they produced and knew every song in detail. I played them over & over until I knew each one’s harmonies. It was difficult to do on many of their songs.
They , along with Elvis And Rick spurred me on to teach myself to play guitar at age 10
In 1956, I’m proud to say I made pretty good money for a couple of years after the military.
They say you know you’re getting old when your idols start dying, I’m sorry to say I’ve seen too many go.
Rest in peace, brothers, you left quite a legacy of music for us. Thank you Don & Phil.

I first heard The Everly's as a teenager and was lucky enough to see them in concert on several occasions when they toured the UK. It was also a privilege to stay at Everly Hotel on Lake Malone and spend some time with them there before attending their Homecoming Concert. Both of them were gracious enough to spend time chatting and signed my friends guitar.They were fabulous singers, I can honestly say I have listened to their music every day for the past 60 years.Phil's harmony was unmatched by anyone and they are sorely missed. My condolences to Don's family at this sad time but they will live on through their music. What a wonderful legacy.

Don and Phil Everly were the greatest act I ever saw. Met them both in my time. Phil said to me in 1974, ´you know, we really could sing.´ Utterly tongue-tied I could only agree with him. It had to be one of the biggest understatements of all time

When they first came out.katys Clown and wake Up Little Suzy.I loved there music.May they both Rest In Peace.Love you Both.Don Was so Handsom

don: r I p we liked your music :)

My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted army fans of Mr. Don Everly of the Everly Brother. Mr. Don Everly was a country and rock & roll music singer and songwriter for his hit song "Bye Bye Love and Cathy's Clown." He was greatly admired by many fellow artists and all those who knew him. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Don Everly. May his music and legacy keep his memory alive forever.

I was so very sad to learn of don everlasting passing. I grew up listening to their music they were the best! Rip don everly I´m sure you are singing with the angels in heaven. Rip don

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

Don Everly a true fine entertainer, saw you in 1985 at the Perth Entertainment Centre in Western Australia,of course with your brother Phil,,as a musician myself your music change my life,I play alot of your songs
Thanks for the music and R.IP
DOUGIE MAXWELL

I wish I was able to meet you

Sincere sympathies to the families of both Don and Phil
Everly. The best harmony ever sung. Thanks for all the
memories and for sharing your God given talents with the world.

Although I am a bit younger than most Everly fans, I have loved their music for three fourths of my life. I have seen them seven times in concert and loved each performance! So sad to hear about Don; may he (and Phil) rest in peace. Thankfully we can keep them in our hearts with their music.

My three all time favorite music acts... Elvis, Johnny and now Don & Phil all gone but never forgotten. Fortunately I was able to see them all live in concert. I'll soon be 80 and their music has brought this "old man" lots of happiness and entertainment thru the years. Most of their records in my collection are 45s and yes I listen to them often still. So long, Don... may you RIP.

Our heartfelt sympathy to the Everly family. The Everly sound will remain in history.

Don and his brother have been important for me. I'm in tough times since a long time ago. Their music literally helps me to keep going alive(it has prevented me to make suicidal attempts. I don't know if I'd be alive if it wasn't for them) and to continue to live for what I believe. Their music remembers it's possible to make life better if we want. Met their music while playing Mafia 2. The song was "All I Have To Do Is Dream". I'll remember them and what they've done for me during my whole life. Thank you Don. Please thank Phil for me.

Thank you Everly Brothers, Don and Phil for your special music!
Your " All I have to do is Dream " song got me thru Marine Corp Boot Camp in 1958!!
Your songs still bring me to attention whenever I hear them!!
And thank you for all the memories, that go along with the Songs!!

Condolences and sincere love and gratitude to the family of this great man. His music was and always will be, part of the soundtrack of my entire life. May he rest in peace and fly with the angels - because as a messenger from God - in my book he was one.

I remember traveling in England in 1983 hearing The Everly Bros were playing the Royal Albert Hall. I was so excited they toured again and played the Greek theatre in SoCal. I met both brothers after the show, got autographs. Both were so kind, such class and by far the greatest harmonies ever! We will miss them both but what a legacy of great music they left us!! RIP Don. JE

met don and his brother on tour 20 25 years ago with another lady friend.one show they did was in a cow pasture in kentucky. wish i could find the pix. I have a picture of phil and me at pier 6 in balt md. loved my time with them. God love them both. casey yao

Don has been my hero most of my life. I got to meet him and saddened by his passing. Rip

To this 75-yr-old female, former professional singer, bass player, the importance of the Everly Brothers in the direction of my life
cannot be overstated. I came to Nashville because of them.

I was 12 when I first heard "Bye Bye Love" and I was mesmerized by all of their songs ever after.

My parents, though both musical themselves, didn't encourage my ambition in that direction. But at a crossroads in my life, in 1977, I decided to come to Nashville to pursue a career as a singer.

A week after Merle Travis died (My fiddle-playing grandfather's hero), I was singing and playing a show in Greenville, Ky with my band "Locomotion" when I played a medley of songs in tribute to Don and Phil. A lady named Pam Turner introduced herself, thanked me, and told me her grandmother and Ike Everly were brother and sister. I was thrilled to think Everly relatives were coming to see my show!

I saw the first and third Homecoming reunion concerts in Central City, Ky in 1988 and 1990. Such warm and friendly people!

Though I know it has been a while since Phil's death, while the wounds to Don's family are fresh, I do offer my condolences to both families. Some of the younger of you may never fully realize how important the Everly Brothers were to the direction of music. The tight harmonies and innovative guitar licks have influenced singers, musicians, and songwriters all over the world. I have my 45's and vinyl LP's and CD's and DVD's to remember them by. But an era has passed that I'll remember fondly.

I saw Don and Phil at owr Exabition in Winnipeg.They were great.Loved there music.It's so sad there both gone know.R.I.P. Don and Phil.You are saddly missed.Love you Both.

Dear Everly Family Rory and I would luv to extend our condolences's on the loss of don everly and he'll surely be missed and may he rest in peace.best faith/rory

Sending many prayers & condolences to the family as my mother Carol A Palermo was a big & I'd enjoy listen to he & his brother music. I'm just a fan that enjoys old music. My mother Carol passed away July 26th,2021from phenomena @ the age of 75 years old.

August 25, 2021

Dear Family of Singer Mr. Don Everly:

We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to all of you on your loss. Don will be miss by all of those people who knew, and loved him. And especially by those people whose lives that he had touch. He did leave a great legacy. And he will not be forgotten. All we can say is, "Rest In Peace, Don".

MATTHEW 5:4 "BLESSED ARE THOSE WHO MOURN, FOR THEY WILL BE COMFORTED."

PSALM 30:5 "WEEPING MAY ENDURE FOR A NIGHT, BUT REJOICING COMES IN THE MORNING."

WITH OUR CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY, FROM, MS. VALINDA D. JONES, A 44 YEAR MEMBER OF SIXTH GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 600 EAST 35TH STREET, CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60616, AND ALSO THEIR "PUBLIC RELATIONS PERSON", AND THE FORMER COOP MEMBERS, AND THE FORMER MEMBERS OF CHURCH MUSICIAN SHIP GUILD, INC. (C.M.S. GUILD, INC.).

MS. JONES IS A FORMER MEMBER AS OF 1988-2008. THE LATE DR. MILDRED G. LEWIS WAS THE FOUNDER, AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.

August 25, 2021

Dear Family of Singer Mr. Don Everly:

I am a 44 year Member of Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church, 600 East 35th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60616. I am also their "Advertising", "Marketing", and "Public Relations Person". Reverend Dr. David B. Thornton is the Pastor. And Reverend Donald B. Register is the Pastor Emeritus.

I am also A Former Member of Church Musician Ship Guild, Inc. (1988-2008). The late Dr. Mildred G. Lewis was The Founder, and Executive Director. I was their Assistant Administrative Secretary, Executive Secretary, and Public Relations Director.

I would like to extend to all of you my heartfelt condolences on your loss. Don will be miss by all of those people who knew, and loved him. He did leave a great legacy. And he will not be forgotten. All I can say is, "Rest In Peace, Don".

WITH MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, FROM, MS. VALINDA D. JONES, OF CINCINNATI, OHIO. I USE TO LIVE IN CHICAGO, ILLINOIS.

Birds with different feathers*
(in memory of Don Everly)
by Ruth Esther Gilmore


Each bird warbles another tune,
birds with different feathers
and with different hues, look all the same
to an inexperienced eye.
I will encourage all human beings,

engaging together,
to sing and dance
to their each and every own tune,
to piece together their own way
of thinking unthinkable dreams.

You and you,
and me too,
we are the birds of the future,
we are the birds
of the engaging worlds.

*from the book "Engaging Worlds"
(Geest-Verlag) by Ruth Esther Gilmore

My favorite harmonizing musical duo of all time. I love listening to the Everly Brothers since I first heard them in the 70s when I was a preteen. Classic and timeless. Rest In Peace and God’s love. Condolences to the family.

I loved the Everly Brothers, I am 82 years old I thought Rock and Roll was the greatest thing ever, besides that I, I loved them and their Music, I will never forget them!

We are very sorry to learn of Don's passing!! and also sorry to find oit about Phil's passing seven(7)years ago!! my wife and i always enjoyed their great music!! thoughts/Condolences/Prayers to the complete Family and Friends!! May GOD be with 'each' of you!!More of the greatest have departed!! But we still have their music to enjoy!! Rest-IN-Peace guys!! Thanks-For-The-Memories!!

So sad. I loved him and Phil since my 13th. I'm 77 now.
It feels like an amputation. All the best and all my love to the family. My heart breaks!

The brothers were two of the greats and one of my
favorite all time performers
R.I.P. fellas..

I'm still taken in the fact that Don Everly has passed away. I grew up listening to him and Phil singing their songs. The Everly Brothers were and always will be one of my favorite groups.
My heart goes out to Don's family as well as Phil's family also . Rest In Peace guys always .

I sorry for your loss.Don and Phil were the greatest singers around of all time.Wishing the Family the Best at this hard time.Lot's of Love.R.I.P. Don and Phil.Missed alway's.Lenora Sokal

My deepest sympathy to the family of Don Everly at this difficult time. I grew up listening to the wonderful music Don and Phil sang, and I thank the family for sharing these two talented singers with the world. I will always be a fan and their music will live on for future generations to enjoy.

We have lost the other half of a dynamic icon and what wonderful songs and treasured memories they have left behind. I was so privileged to have met both many times for the Homecoming held in Central City, KY. They leave behind music that is timeless. My deepest sympathy to Don´s wife and his children is the loss of a husband and father. The world is less brighter with another cherished performer taken from us. I´m sure Phil is rejoicing with Don .

I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Don Everly. Not being of his generation, I can truly say The Everly brothers´ music spanned generations and will continue to do so. May the God who gives comfort be with you during this difficult time.

I always enjoyed that unmistakable close harmony in the songs of The Everly Brothers...a class act through and through. What a wonderful musical legacy they have left us! My condolences to the family, friends, and fellow fans of Don Everly at this sad and difficult time.

RIP Don. Thank you for the beautiful music and the wonderful memories.

I was so very saddened and heart broken to learn Don Everly passed away. I wake each morning listening to the music of The Everly Brothers and go to bed listening to their music. I will truly miss Don. I will miss seeing new photos of him when he would shrug his shoulders to a beat during certain songs and when he bends and shakes his knees to the beat and rhythm of his music, especially when he’s singing Cathy’s Clown. Like most girls I too, was in love with these two very handsome and talented boys, Phil and Don Everly. I am so happy to see all the photos that had been taken during The Everly Brothers’ careers and which have been shared with the world. Wonderful memories for all their fans to view. Even at my age, I find myself shaking my good knee when doing dishes as I listen to The Everly Brothers heavenly harmonizing and guitar picking and strumming. Their Daddy taught them well. I am mesmerized watching them play their guitars. I love listening to the songs that their Daddy taught them, especially “Put My Little Shoes Away.” I cry every time I hear it. My favourite songs were “Let It Be Me” and “Cathy’s Clown”, but I loved them all. I could relate to many of their love songs. I cried and sang along with them when no one was around. I loved watching Phil look at Don while performing with such brotherly love in his eyes and respect, and enjoyed too, when Phil would refer to Don as Donald during interviews. So sweet.

While the brothers had issues as all siblings do, I could still see the brotherly love they had for each other when they performed. Reading how long they were in the road every year, they needed the break to experience the joys and love that comes with having a family of their own, being able to spend time with their children and getting the opportunity to be independent musicians, song writers and singers, as well as showcasing their amazing, brilliant and beautiful talent individually.

I chuckle to myself as I remember watching Phil describe during an interview, his and Don’s experience auditioning in Hollywood to possibly take the next step as actors. Phil saw the humour of it all, but Don was upset. I did also understand Don’s frustration with how the audition had been managed. As his family described Don, he lived with his heart.

My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Everly with the loss of her husband Don and to Don’s mother, his children and grandchildren, my sincere condolences for your loss. My heart aches for Phil and Don’s mother. As a parent, no matter our children’s ages, it is heartbreaking to see our children pass before us. I am so glad Don found such happiness and great love with his wife, Adela. May the memories Don made with his family give strength and comfort to all his family, friends and fans during this very difficult time. I know the memories of The Everly Brothers I have, since I was 8, listening and dancing in front of the mirror to The Everly Brothers music on my sister’s 45s and albums. I carry my Everly Brothers 3 disc CD in my purse. Thank goodness for YouTube videos and all the photos online of Don and Phil throughout their careers. I loved them both. They gave so much of themselves to the world. RIP Don. No more travelling to perform with so little personal time. I’m sure Phil has greeted you as you’ve entered the Musical Harmony Hall of Heaven. Your love of music and your heavenly harmonies will live on for us to enjoy, appreciate and cherish. I will shrug my shoulders and shake my one knee as I continue to listen to your tight brotherly harmonies in memory of you. Missing you so much already. My sadness with you gone is overwhelming. Thank you Don and Phil for sharing your beautiful voices and wonderful music you have left for us all.

My heart is broken. I loved him and his music meant so such to me. I am grateful I could seek solace and find joy in the music he made with his brother and with his solo work. I enjoyed his concerts numerous times and talked with him on two occasions and they are happy memories. My condolences to his family. May his memory be eternal!

I LOVED THE EVERLEY BROTHER'S. THE FRIST TIME I HEARD WAKE UP LITTLE SUSIE I WAS IN GRADE SCHOOL AND I TOLD MY MOM THEY WERE SINGING ABOUT ME CAUSE MY NICK NAME IS SUSIE AND I'VE BEEN A TRUE FAN SINCE.

Hi how are you I am good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc. RIP I loved his music etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will.miss him so take care bye

As a teenager in the early sixties I was infatuated with the beautiful
voices of the Everly Brothers. My favorite was Dream and all their romantic songs! They got me thru my unhappy childhood! Thank you Don and Phil. You will be missed!!

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

My earliest recollections of listening to 'Rock N Roll' music was that of the sweet sounds of the harmonies of brothers Phil & Don Everly. May you Rest In Peace Don Everly. Another musical icon gone but surely never forgotten.

Your voice will be remembered.

Rest in peace brother Don. We love you! 8-)

I am so sad to see that both brothers have passed now. I followed the Everly's throughout my teenage years and beyond. Having lived in may different states, I got to see them in many areas around the country. I still have a very good friend from those days. Started out as pen pals and have met several times now. Great memories from those days. Rest in Peace Don and Phil

What a voice and great songs to record. He will be sorely missed. Those where the days when music was at its best. Please accept my deepest condolences to a legendary singer.

Godspeed Don, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful, wonderful music memories, and many of the anthems of my youth, and beyond. Unforgettable.

Saepe Expertus, Semper Fidelis, Fratres Aeterni.

Often Tested, Always Faithful, Brothers Forever.

Thank you Don for your service to this nation. U.S. Marine Corps Reserves.

Deepest Sympathies to the family,friends and fans of Don.

Hugs and Prayers for all.

He's with Phil now singing in Heaven, wonderful music both are missed.

The first concert I ever saw was The Everly Brothers at the Utah State Fair in the very late 60s. I was only 6 or so but it influenced my musical selections for the rest of my life. My condolences to the family

Listened to the Everly Brothers songs on the radio over the years.

Rest in peace don now you are with your brother both singing in heaven

I enjoyed the Everly brothers music in movies and tv shows that I’ve watched through the years. We will, now, hold both Don & Phil close to our hearts when we hear their songs. Rip in the Lords perpetual light.

I LOVED ALLL YOUR SONGS WITH YOU AND YOUR BROTHER
GOD BLESS YOU AND BROTHER AND THE FAMILY

Loved their music and grew up with their music.. Sincere Sympathy to the family..we loss another music icon! Kathryn Allen

You will be missed. Saw you when you came to the Clemons center in Elmira, NY! You both were as good as ever . fan fir many years! Peace be with you. Thoughts and prayers to the family!

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

I enjoyed the music of the Everly brothers. My condolences to the Everly family and may God who comforts us in our time of sorrow give all of you the comfort and strength that you need at this time.

So very sorry to hear of Don´s passing. The Everly Brothers were an amazing group. May the God of Tender Mercies take care of the family during this time of sorrow. May he support you with his strength as he carries the load of your grief. Psalm 68:19. Don will not be forgotten by God.

My favorite group. At the age of 2, I named my sister to be born in 1958. I would go around the house singing "Wake up a little Susie" - Awesome talent.

Huge fan. Grew up singing their songs. Very sorry to read of his passing. God Bless You..

Amongst the greatest popular music artists of their time, the Everlys made wonderful, unforgettable songs that stayed with several generations for our whole lives.

My condolences to Mr. Everly's family. My father introduced me to the Everly Brothers music when I was a young girl. All I Have to Do Is Dream is my favorite and reminds me that my Dad introduced me to their music. Thank you for sharing Everly Brothers with the world.

Can't thank he and his brother for some of the BEST music ever. I always listen to their music to this day after having grown up with it.Rest in peace......

I LOVE DON AND PHIL EVERLY AND THEIR STYLE OF MUSIC. FROM THE TIME OF WHEN THEY CAME ON THE SCENE..TO THE ED SULLIVAN DAYS..ALL THE WAY TO THEIR RETIREMENT DAYS..THEIR MUSIC WAS EXCITING, CLEAN, AND FUN. EVEN DANCEABLE. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO DON'S BROTHER PHIL AND THEIR FAMILIES. I LOVE YOU.

We are so sorry to hear about Don Every passing away my condolences you are looking for your family in heaven with Jesus brought you home

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

We were born in the best decade, 1950´s. Life was so terrific. I was 16 in 1958. The Everly Brothers were a joy to listen to, I had all of their 45´s. Thank you for many hours of songs and dancing.
I still "Dream Dream".

He was the best singer ever

The Everly Brothers, Roy Orbison, Willie Nelson, and Johnny Cash, music I listened to as I was growing up during the late 1950's and 1960's. I still listen to all of them and of course the Beatles. However, The Everly Brothers were always such a pleasure to listen to and songs I sang along with them, over and over. Thank you Mr. Don Everly for making growing up and graduating from high school in 1966, a little easier to deal with. You made a huge difference in my life. I will continue to listen to Don and Phil Everly as the years go by. My Sincere Condolences to the Everly Family and all the many friends and fans of the Everly Brothers.

Rest in Peace this day and always. Thank you for all your music. I never get tired on listening to your music and your music will be around for generations to come.

His and Phil's music kept me in love with L---- for over 70 years. I met Ike and Marge, their parents, at WSM Studios on The Ralph Emery Show in the 1960's. Rest in Peace Don7 Phil...thanks fo r the warm memories.

Thank you for years of the best music. Prayers for hour family, go rest east Mr Everly. You’ll never be forgotten.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

I SANG ALL I HAVE TO DO IS DREAM TO MY WIFE ON HER DEATH BED AND I KNOW SHE HEARD AND LISTEN TO IT SO NOW THE SONG HAS A DOUBLE MEANING FOR ME GOD BLESS THE EVERLYS AND FAMILY

One of the greatest early rock & rollers. Music of my youth. So sorry to read of his passing. Sincere condolences to the Everly family. God Bless.

I thought of the 2 brothers
as the greatest! Their harmony was just
Beautiful. I Hope they reunite in Heaven and sing
For our Lord, and the Heavenly Body of
Saints and Angels.
Joyous voices for everyone
In Heaven. Oh happy day!
RIP dear soul, time to rest.
Condolences to everyone who loved you.

1957-1960 they were our very favorite!

Condolences to the family of Mr. Don Everly,

His versatile singing talent will always be listened to and enjoyed by many for generations. During times like these we need to keep thinking about the good things in our life. Please be comforted that he is not suffering and is in God's memory - the best memory of all!

The Everly Brothers were such a wonderful and important part of music history. Their voices and harmonies were sublime and heartfelt, and their lyrics paired well with their superlative vocal/performing gifts. Timeless excellence! We thank you, and we will always love you and Phil, Don. Rest in peace.

These guys were classy and clean. Fred Davis

Very sorry to hear this, he and his brothers were a very big hit

Wow So sorry to hear about Don's passing....he introduced me to a lot of acts back in the 80s on his and Phil 's reunion tour...A very kind man...

I have listened to your beautiful music since I was 10 years old, and I am still playing it over and over 59 years later. My daughters love it as well. There is just no other sound to compare with the harmony of your perfectly blended voices. Thank you for all the songs you wrote and sang and played, I am so glad that I was able to see you in person. Rest in everlasting peace.

Dear Don & Phil, you brought beautiful music to the world! May the heavens shout out now and forever. One of the best decades of all time! May you both RIP.

Sadness! Thanks to Rock n Roll legend

So very sorry for your loss. Condolences to the entire Everly family. We saw The Everly Brothers at Ravina in Chicago in the mid-80's. Their harmonies were the sweetest music we have ever heard! R.I.P. Don, you’re singing with Phil and the angels now! Your musical legacy will live on forever!

Camille & John Becker

So sad to hear the news about Don.The Everly Brothers have been a part of my life forever. Amazing voices, great music and they were a gift to the world. Both brothers now re-united. R.I.P.Don, thank you for your music and condolences to your family, friends and the music industry.❤

Rest in Peace Don Everly

Rest in peace your beautiful music will live on now your with your brother you can both sing in the heavens

To his family, I’m so sorry for your loss, I loved you music, my sister and I did a talent shown and sang, I dream, my dad loved Cathy Song, wake Susie was always play when we tried to sister Sharon, we called her Susie, thank you for all your entertaining, prayer to you all. ❤

Loved your music the first song I heard on the radio after giving birth to my daughter was a song you wrote called ‘Louise’ and that’s what I named her. Thank you so much for such beautiful songs. R.I.P Don

Thank you for all you gave us. You and your brother were Simply the Best. I grew up listening to you and your brother. The Everly Brothers were the finest I ever heard. I liked all your songs but Mama Tried had so much meaning and the way you guys sang was outstanding. I use that song and the words to all my teams to listen and to learn. May you and Phil rest in peace and thank you for everything you gave us.......coach

Thank you for giving us beautiful music and memories

I'm sorry for your loss. He was a great man and his music will live on

I grew up with the music of the Everly Brothers, kids this day have missed so much. Such a peaceful and innocent time in our lives. This music will go on forever. My condolences to the family.