Former Alabama congressman Terry Everett dies

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) – Former Congressman Terry Everett has died. He was 87.

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Tuesday that Everett died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Rehobeth.

Everett represented Alabama’s 2nd congressional district from 1993 to 2009.

“Terry tirelessly served the people of southeast Alabama and his native Wiregrass with distinction for eight terms in Congress. During his time on Capitol Hill, he was one of the strongest voices for Alabama’s military bases, active duty personnel, and veterans. He was also a stalwart advocate for Alabama farmers and small businesses,” Ivey said in a statement. “Alabama greatly benefitted from his leadership and his devotion to public service.”

Prior to serving in Congress, he was a journalist, and a newspaper owner and publisher. He was also a veteran of the United States Air Force.

Everett, a Republican, served on a number of committees in Congress including the House Armed Services committee and House Veterans’ Affairs committee.

Gov. Ivey directed flags to be lowered to half-staff on the grounds of the Alabama State Capitol Complex and in AL-02 until Everett’s interment.

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