09/26/14 - NNHS Newsletter - Bill Early
William L. Early
(17 Feb 1931 - 23 Sept 2014)
Newport News High School Class of @ 1949
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09/26/14 - NNHS Newsletter - Bill Early
William L. Early Newport News High School Class of @ 1949 |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
We
have even more sad news to report today.
Bill Early,
Class of @ 1949, passed
away in Newport News on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 at the age of 83.
From the Daily Press - 09/26/14:
William L.
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NEWPORT
NEWS - Heaven rejoiced at the homecoming of William L. Early, September
23, 2014, Bill was born in Newport News, Virginia on February 17, 1931.
After graduating from Newport News High School, he served his country in the U.S. Army and served in Korea. He retired from the C & O Railroad after 43 years. Bill was a member of the Masonic Lodge for 50 years and Warwick Moose Lodge for 35 years. Bill was a lifelong member of Northside Christian Church. Bill is survived by his wife Shirley Bunting Early, his two children; son, W. Kent Early and his wife, Mandy; his daughter, Cheryl Ann Early; three grandchildren, Sydney Nicole Early, Christopher Dalton Early and Harbour Louanna Early; brother, Valrey (Bud) Early and his wife, Bonnie; four sisters-in-law: Sarah Atkins, Elizabeth Tasker, Katheryn Deihl, and Beckie Midgett; and brother-in-law, Frank Fisher; also many nieces and nephews. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Valrey L. Early and Mildred F. Early, and his wife of 43 years, Louanna Fisher Early. |
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The family would like to thank the nurses, staff and hospice staff at York Convalescent Home for all the care they gave Bill during his time there. A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 27th at Peninsula Funeral Home, from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. The service will be Sunday, September 28th at Northside Christian Church at 2:00. Burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial at gravesite. Refreshments at the church from 1:30-2:00.
Expressions of sympathy may take place in the form of contributions to Northside
Christian Church Building Fund, 1300 George Washington Memorial Highway,
Yorktown, VA 23693.
View and post condolences on our online guestbook at
dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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September 26, 2014 Bill was a longtime true and trusted friend always ready to help others and always ready to hit the dance floor. He made sure everyone was having fun and we will never forget you, my friend. Prayers to the family of a wonderful and loving man. ~ J and J Hart, Williamsburg, Virginia  ~ J.D. Hart, Williamsburg, Virginia
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God
and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a
loved one in death.
~ T Griffin
September 26,
2014
Shirley,
I am so sad to learn of the death of Billy. You know how much I
loved him. I am happy for him. I am out of town and will not be able
to be at the funeral and I so regret that. Please know I am thinking
of you and lifting you in prayer. Blessings and love, Penney
~ Penney Martin, Yorktown, Virginia
September 26,
2014
Dear Early Family,
My condolences and prayers to you during these next days. I worked with Bill at the C&O Railroad many years ago. He was a kind, respecting man who set an example by his daily walk. Blessings and peace, ~ Cathy Gregory Elmore, Newport News, Virginia Contact Me
September 26,
2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times
together as you celebrate a life well lived. Take comfort in knowing
that now you have a Special Guardian Angel watching over you.
September 26,
2014
Kent and Cheryl,
So sorry for the loss of your dad and our cousin. He was an awesome person whom everyone loved to be around. He always had a smile and a hug every time you saw him. I know your mom, granddad, nannie, our mom and dad along with a multitude of others are thrilled to see him again. We will all really miss him but are happy because we know where he is he is pain free FOREVER! Just know our hearts go out to ya'll and Shirley, and our prayers are with you. We love you!!! ~ Jeannie, Nancy, and Debbie
September 26,
2014
Cheryl, our sincerest condolences on the loss of your father. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Vivian and Mark Carpenter, Williamsburg, Virginia
September 26,
2014
Shirley, We are so
sorry for your loss. We know that Bill is in a better place. Our
prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Love, Dot and
David Sanders
~ Dorothy Sanders, Yorktown, Virginia
September 26,
2014
Kent & Family,
Please know that Barry and I are thinking of you and yours at this time. The loss of a family member is so hard, but always find comfort in knowing he is in a wonderful place. God Bless You and Yours ~ Dee and Barry Burcher, Poquoson, Virginia
September 26,
2014
Dear Shirley, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed
seeing you two together. My sincere condolences.
~ Bernie Sherbinsky, Chesapeake, Virginia
September 26,
2014
Bill, What can I say? You were such a special brother-in-law. We had
fun times together. You were such a caring person. Always had a
smile on your face. Rest in peace. I know you have blessed so many.
To the Early family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you
dearly.
~ Beckie
September 27,
2014
Cheryl - You're in
my heart today. Sorry for the loss of your father. I know how much
you will miss him. Love to you and your family.
~ Rebecca Perecko, Newport News, Virginia |
Our deepest sympathies
are extended to the Early family and their friends at this difficult
time.
Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have
Buckroe!Love to all, Carol
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Onward Christian Soldiers
Words by Sabine
Baring Gould in Church Times, 1865
Music (St. Gertrude) by Arthur S. Sullivan, 1871
Onward Christian soldiers,
Marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
Going on before!
Christ, the royal Master,
Leads against the foe;
Forward into battle,
See His banner go!
Chorus:
Onward, Christian soldiers,
Marching as to war,
With the cross of Jesus
Going on before!
2. At the sign of triumph
Satan's host doth flee;
On, then, Christian soldiers,
On to victory!
Hell's foundation quiver
At the shout of praise;
Brothers, lift your voices,
Loud your anthems raise!
Chorus:
3. Like a mighty army
Moves the church of God;
Brothers, we are treading
Where the saints have trod;
We are not divided;
All one body we
One in hope and doctrine,
One in charity.
Chorus:
4. Onward, then, ye people,
Join our happy throng,
Blend with ours your voices
In the triumph song;
Glory, laud, and Honor,
Unto Christ the King;
This thro' countless ages
Men and angels sing.
Chorus:
"Onward Christian Soldiers" midi and lyrics courtesy of
http://ingeb.org/spiritua/onwardch.html - 04/16/07Greg Olsen Paintings courtesy of
http://gregolsengallery.com – 01/27/05
Animated
Army Flag clip
art
courtesy of
http://www.angelfire.com/ny4/KevsGifsGalore/Patriotic.html
- 06/18/03
Blackwork
Flowers Divider Line clip art courtesy of
http://www.bravenet.com - 08/12/04
Masonic Emblem
courtesy of
http://www.mindspring.com/~safetyplay/qual.htm
- 06/15/07
Moose Lodge Logo
courtesy of
http://www.silverbuckleband.com/SilverBuckleSchedule1.html
- 11/24/08
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