John Wesley Earl, 87, of Barrackville, formerly of Mannington, died Monday
June 4, 2018 at Bridgeport Health Care. He was born July 18, 1930 in Ritchie County, a son of the late Harvey and Grace Grose Earl.
John is survived by his children: Richard (Mary) Earl of Chattanooga TN, Roger (Barbara) Earl of Fairmont, Mary Alice (Bob) Hamilton, of Quaker City OH, Linda Robinson of Fairmont, Gary (Sheila) Earl of Mannington, Jerry (Vicky) Earl of Fairmont, Nancy (Mike) Springer, of Salem, Terri Earl of Elkins; one brother: Frank Earl of Belmont, a sister-in-law: Genevieve Earl of Glenville, and his significant other: Mary Santy of Barrackville.
John was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ruth Floyd Earl on October 9, 2008, a son: James (Jimmy) Edwin Earl, a grandson: John Wesley Thompson, a granddaughter: Stephanie Hamilton; brothers: Len Earl, Loren Earl, Willard Earl, Harvey Earl Jr., Reuben Earl, and sisters: Eva Hodge, Letha Clevenger and Arlene (Teckie) Reid.
John retired from Joanne Coal Co at Rachel and was a member of UMWA.
He loved to play music on his guitar, enjoyed going out to eat at local restaurants, and was an avid gardener and enjoyed planting large gardens
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main St. Mannington on Wednesday, June 6, from 2-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, June 7, at 11:00 am with Pastor Jason Sheffstall officiating. Burial will follow at Mannington Memorial Park Cemetery
Online condolences may be left for the family at www:mastersfuneralhomewv.com
Condolences
I had the privilege of knowing John Earl for many years. My father, Don Elliott worked with John many years ago in construction when I was very young. Dad introduced me and he thought the world of John. Many years later I worked with John Earl at Rachel. He was a considerate and kind person but what I remember most is that I have never been on a job with a harder working individual. He demonstrated the meaning of dedication to his job. God bless you John and the Earl family.
I've know John since I was very young. He worked construction with my Dad, Don Elliott, who thought the world of John Earl. Later on I worked with John at Rachel. He was a kind and considerate man. Anyone who worked with John would agree he was the hardest working dedicated man. God bless you John and the Earl family.
I will always remember Mr. Earl fondly. Please accept my condolences and my prayers. Nathan, I am here if you need me for anything. Blessings.
My sincerest condolences to all of uncle Johns children and grandchildren.
Dear Jerry and Vicki,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are also sorry we missed the visitation. We are travelling on our way to Berkley Springs. We shall return Sunday night. "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27. We love you.
In Christ,
Will, Michelle, and Eliana
In Chris
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.