Thomas Earl

Thomas Gene Earl Sr. passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020, at the age of 80. Tom was born in Allegan County, Michigan on October 7,1939, the son of Leonard Earl Sr. and Vera Irene Norton. On July 11, 1974, he married Juniata Root. Tom is survived by his children: Robin Howard of Pinehill, New Jersey, Tom Earl, Jr. (Dixie) of Bloomingdale, Deb Earl of New Jersey, Brenda Earl of New Jersey, Tandy Earl of Galesburg, Gabriel Earl of Kalamazoo, and Anthony Earl of Galesburg; 12 grandchildren, and his 7 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Linda Miller of Arizona, Leonard Earl, Jr. (Karen) of Arizona, and Vonnie Pratt (Larry) of Washington and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jack, his sister Joyce, and his daughter Maria. A private funeral service for Tom was held at Northeastern Baptist Church for immediate family. Interment has taken place at Fort Custer National Cemetery. There will be a memorial service held at a later date to be determined. Arrangements were entrusted to Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial & Cremation Services, 622 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. Memorial donations can be made in honor of Tom to Elara Caring Hospice and Senior Services of Kalamazoo. Please visit Tom's tribute wall to leave a condolence, personal message or memory of him at https://www.langelands.com