Rev. Everett Warren Kitchen

March 31, 1918 - October 19, 2020

Rev. Everett Warren Kitchen of Ironton, MO passed away in Farmington, MO at the age of 102 years, 6 months, 19 days. He was born March 31, 1918 in Graniteville, MO, a son of the late Charles and Emma (McGill) Kitchen. In 1941 Everett was united in marriage to Nina Bernice (Crocker) Kitchen who precedes him in death. Surviving Everett are five children; Elaine Keenan of Bismarck, MO, James (Karen) Kitchen of St. Louis, MO, Burlin (Garner) Kitchen of Bismarck, MO, Marilyn (Bill) Laws of Farmington, MO, Sandra (Jim) Brewer of Ironton, MO, eleven grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, fourteen great great-grandchildren, and a host of other loving family members and friends. Preceding Everett in death are his parents, his wife, Nina, three brothers; William Kitchen, Charles Kitchen, Clarence Kitchen, one sister Alberta Francis, and a son-in-law Marvin Keenan. Everett served his Country with pride and honor during WWII and was awarded the Silver Star and two Bronze Stars while in service. He worked for the Hanna Mining Company and was a Mining Union member for many years, he was instrumental in building the Pilot Knob Assembly of God Church and pastored there, and was a "jack-of-all trades". Everett will truly be missed by all who knew him and loved him; his love, dedication to serving the Lord, willingness to help people, and service to our country during one of the most brutal wars ever and will never be forgotten. A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 11:00 am from the Cole Family Chapel. Visitation will be held on October 21, 2020 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm from the Cole Family Chapel. Brian Kitchen, Everett's grandson, will be officiating the services. Interment will be held in Arcadia Valley Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.colefamilyfuneralhomes.com *Due to the rise of the Covid-19 cases in the area, masks, and social distancing will be required.*