Evrett Masters

Evrett Masters, 72, of West Brattleboro died peacefully on December 18, 2012. A native of Texas, Evrett moved at an early age to Vermont, and always expressed pride in his distinctly unique backgrounds. He was the son of the late Reverend E. Heulan Masters and Mary Etta Cunningham Masters. Evrett was a keen student, excelling in school while fostering a love of history and working well with people from every walk of life. It was these talents that allowed him to become an exemplary educator and innovative leader. Evrett enjoyed a career in education spanning more than 40 years. After teaching Social Studies in both Texas and New York, he served as assistant principal and later principal at Pioneer Valley Regional High School and as interim principal at BUHS, where he finally hung up his jacket and tie and looked forward to hours pursuing his many and varied interests.

Evrett graduated from BUHS in 1958 and would say his greatest achievement there was meeting the woman who would become the love of his life. He and Linda Watson married in 1961, and enjoyed more than 45 years together. They took great pride in their family and successfully raised Jamie (Susan), Michelle (Lance) and Ellen. It was Evrett's devotion to Linda's care during her final illness that showed his true character and courage. He never left her side and astonished all with his loving and gentle dedication.

Evrett was pre-deceased by Linda and his sisters Barbara and Mary. Besides his children, Evrett is survived by his brother James and sister Martha and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins. He leaves grandchildren Ryan (Angela), David (Jen), Conor (Olivia), Molly, Kaitlyn, Kameron, Grant, Quinn and Alec and one great-grandchild, Lily. He greatly enjoyed the companionship of many friends and colleagues and always looked forward to his time with them spent traveling, playing golf and socializing. His life inspired and enriched us all and this so gentle and loving man will be forever missed.

Calling hours are 4 PM to 6 PM Friday January 4, 2013 at Ker- Westerlund Funeral Home, 57 High St. Brattleboro. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday January 5, 2013 at Centre Congregational Church in Brattleboro. A reception will follow at the Brattleboro Eagles' Hall. In lieu of flowers, we encourage donations to the Watson-Masters Scholarship Fund, or Youth Services, P.O. Box 6008 32 Walnut St. Brattleboro, VT 05302 Brattleboro. Evrett's family would like to extend sincere thanks and gratitude to Todd Andrews, who was a great help to him these past few years.