Everett L. Charlton

Everett Lamar Charlton a.k.a. Big E, was born on April 6, 1968, to Maurice and Doreatha Charlton (nee Loper) in Chester, PA. He was educated in the Chester Upland School District graduating from Chester High School in 1986. Everett played freshman basketball at Chester High and one day the football coach just so happened to see how effortless such a big guy moved on the basketball court and asked him to play football. Everett joined the team and fell in love with football. He was a member of the 1985 Del Val Champion Team and made the All Del Val team in his Jr and Sr years. “Big” not only described Everett’s size, but also his personality. He was a great storyteller and would keep you laughing with impressions, jokes, and quick wittedness. Visits or telephone conversations were fun filled and laughter was always on the menu. His favorite pastime was anything Eagles. He analyzed the team’s draft picks and trades, offensive and defensive schemes like he was a coach. He would discuss each game in detail and what they needed to do to improve. When E became less mobile, telephone conversations became another pastime, he spoke with Brother Sheldon, Best Friend Darron, Niece Ebonee, and Cousin Jordan on a regular basis. Everett married his high school sweetheart Melissa Parker on June 25, 2009. Together they raised a family. When son Maurice fell ill, they assumed the responsibility of raising their grandson Maurice Jr. One of his most honored titles was POP-POP to grandsons Maurice Jr and Kyzic. After working men’s retail and construction, Everett enrolled in the Philadelphia Fire Academy. Upon graduation in 1996, he enjoyed a 26-year career as a Firefighter at the Chester Fire Department, retiring in 2022. Everett was predeceased by his loving and devoted parents Maurice and Doreatha Charlton and his beloved son Maurice Williams. He leaves to cherish his memory, his Wife Melissa Charlton (nee Parker); Son Cailen LeBue; Grandsons Kyzic Lebue and Maurice Williams Jr.; Brothers Gregory Charlton (Shelay) and Sheldon Charlton (Jacqueline); Niece Ebonee Plaza; Nephews Gregory Charlton Jr. and Khari Charlton; Bonus Brother Darron Whitted (Rosann); Godbrother Clifford Scranton; a host of Uncles, Aunts, Cousins and Friends.

Everett L. Charlton

April 6, 1968 - July 9, 2023