Everette Lee Elkins, 76, of Weaverville, passed away on September 25, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 23, 1949, to the late Clarence and Vonnie Sprouse Elkins. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Sue Ricker Elkins, who died in 2021; daughter, Cynthia Thomas; and a brother, Bobby D. Elkins.

Everette was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church. He loved God and lived a proud Christian life. He was a US Army veteran of the Vietnam War. He loved cattle farming and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his daughter, Connie Elkins of Weaverville; sister, Adaleen Elkins Brown of Weaverville; brothers, Fred Elkins (Shirley) of Hendersonville, Arlan Elkins (Donna) of Weaverville, and Lonnie Elkins (Brenda) of Marshall; grandchildren, Brad Elkins (Cora) and Annabel Elkins Thomas; and a great grandson, Everette Elkins, whom he was most proud of and loved with all his heart.

A funeral service will be held at 2:30 pm Sunday, September 28, 2025, in the Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral and Cremation Service. Reverends Larry Sprouse and C.W. Anthony will officiate. Burial will follow in the Refuge-Sprouse Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm prior to the services at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.blueridgefuneralservice.org.