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Marsha J Everett

August 13, 1968 - March 22, 2021

Marsha Everett, age 52, of Ankeny passed away peacefully on March 22, 2021 in the comfort of her home and surrounded by her family.

Marsha was born on August 13, 1968, the daughter of Bonnie Barton of Ankeny, IA and Verle (Kathy) Everett of Britt, IA. She attended Ankeny schools and was a graduate of the class of 1987. She worked for Eurofins Scientific as a lab tech from 2007 until the time of her death. She also worked for Ankeny Hardware from 1990 until the time of her death. Marsha was an active member of her church, First United Methodist Church in Ankeny.

She loved spending time with her family and friends and going on cruises. Marsha was well-known for her infectious smile and quick wit. Most everyone who met Marsha has warm memories of her as she has left quite an impact on all who knew her. Although Marsha is no longer physically with us, the memories she left will be remembered forever.

Marsha is survived by her mother, Bonnie of Ankeny; her father, Verle (Kathy) of Britt; brothers, Scott (Christy) Everett, and Terry (Susan) Everett; nephews, Paul (Amanda) Smyth, Teran (Tricia) Everett; niece, Theresa Everett; and great nephews, Owen Smyth and Holden Smyth. Marsha had many friends she met through work, community and school. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Marsha is preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents; step-father, George Barton; and great nephew, Johnathan Smyth.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Memorial Services of Iowa (4208 N. Ankeny Blvd.) on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 4:00-6:00 p.m.

“The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.”

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Susan G. Komen fight against breast cancer by following this link: https://www.komen.org/how-to-help/donate/