Dolores (Lori), an only child, was born to Richard and Rose Carle of Milwaukee, WI. She was a 'miracle' baby, weighing only 2 lbs. 2 oz. She died peacefully at her home in Abbotsford, WI at the age of 91.

A sense of family was engrained in Lori from little on. She grew up in a big Italian family spending Sundays with many relatives, eating, dancing, and singing to their own family band. After graduating from Washington HS in Milwaukee, Lori attended WI State College and went to modeling school. She worked at American Motors and Harley Davidson before meeting the love of her life, Reverend Robert (Bob) L. Everhard. They were married on Aug. 3, 1957 and were married for almost 61 yrs. They resided in Lodi, WI; Hillside, IL; & ultimately in Abbotsford, WI.

Lori was a wonderful Presbyterian minister's wife, accompanying her husband to hospital calls; visiting the elderly; helping out at church; and entertaining parishioners. She was an active member of all the churches that she & Bob served, with the last one being the First Presbyterian Church of Abbotsford, WI.

Lori was also a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She showed her love through cooking & baking. She was best known for her 'Grandma Lori' breads which she baked lovingly for her family & friends. Lori loved the Lord and trusted Him to guide her in life. She was grateful for all of God's blessings and was a Christian example to all who knew her. May Lori rest in peace with her Heavenly Father & all those special to her in Paradise.

Lori is survived by two children: Darlene (Stephen) LaFave and Donald (Gloria) Everhard; 6 grandchildren: Julie Sook, Penny (the late Keith) Gattis, Robert (Lindsay) Everhard II, Michael (Stephanie) LaFave, Carolyn (Logan) Wright, and Dalton (Abby) Everhard; 12 great grandchildren: McKenzie, DeLaney, Elise, Ames, Eli, Atlee, Oona, Nolan, Lydia, Amelia, Redick, and Sophie June. She is also survived by family friend Bonnie Brodziski, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

Lori is preceded in death by her parents, husband, son (Dexter Everhart, aka Dale Everhard), sister-in-law (Vernell Fishleigh), and brother-in-law (John Fishleigh).

The family extends a heartfelt thanks to the Aspirus In-Home Hospice team and our dear friend, Fran Oliveri, for the compassion and care shown to Lori.

A memorial service will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Abbotsford, WI, on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Visitation is from 10:00-12:00, followed by the church service and a luncheon.

Family and friends may leave words of remembrance at MWCS.WS

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting the family.