Early, Edward Francis
Passed: 1987-05-28
Age: 73
Source: Ravenswood News
Death Notice:
Obituary Date: 1987-06-03
Information: Edward Francis Early, 73, of Ripley, died Thursday in Holzer Medical Center, Gallipolis, OH, after a long illness. He was a supervisor at St. Regis Paper Co., Canton, OH, and was a Catholic. He was a veteran of World War II and received the Bronze Star and three Purple Hearts. He was a member of DAV and VFW. Survivors include his wife, Melba Kingery Early; one step-daughter, Connie Painter of Liberty; two brothers, Jack of San Bernardino, CA, Ernest of Canton, OH; two sisters, Ruth King and Katherine Stoutzer, both of Canton, OH; and two grandchildren. Gravesite service was Monday in Calvary Cemetery,Masillon, OH with the Rev. Gary George officiating. Parsons Funeral Home, Ripley was in charge of the arrangements.