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Jeffrey Earl Obituary
Jeffrey Lyn Earl passed away peacefully at his home in Provo, UT, surrounded by family on Wednesday November 2, 2016.
Jeff was born August 23, 1956 in Winslow, Washington to Joseph and Alice Earl. Jeff was the third of four siblings. A faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jeff was sealed to his best friend and the love of his life, Cheri Sue Pray, in the LDS Salt Lake City Temple on August 23, 1979. He and Cheri are the parents of five children and the grandparents of eight grandchildren. Jeff's qualities of selflessness and compassion endeared him to everyone he met. He was also a talented craftsman and handyman, working with his hands to create many beautiful pieces of woodwork and spending countless hours serving those in need. All who knew him will miss his easy-going demeanor and happy chuckle.
Jeff was preceded in death by his oldest son, Michael Jeffrey Earl, and is survived by his wife, four children, and eight grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 7, 2016 at the Edgemont South Stake Center, 350 East 2950 North, Provo, Utah. Friends may call at the church Sunday, November 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. There will be no public visitation on Monday morning prior to services. Interment: East Lawn Memorial Hills. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bergmortuary.com
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Richard Collette
April 25, 2017
Just learned of Jeff's passing - very sad. I have had the privilege to associate with a better individual in every way possible. I served as his Assistant Scout Master when he was Scout Master of our Provo ward. Such a kind and gently personality - non-judgmental - and always looking for some way to help those in need. My deepest condolences to Sheri and their children.
L J
December 1, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. John 14:1 our Heavenly Father cares for us.
November 20, 2016
I met Jeff at a job site in 1990 - it's been many years ago - but I recall he was painting a home. I remember how friendly & kind he was. Been to his home on Center St - close to the park.
I wish the very best for his family & loved ones.
Elaine Fry
November 20, 2016
We learned of Jeff's passing only a few days ago. He will always be remembered by our family with love. He came to our rescue so many times, including a call at midnight when our basement flooded. We will miss his cheerful personality as well as his kindness.
November 6, 2016
Dear Cheri and family,
It has been ages since I've seen any of you, but I will always remember those fun summers on the lawn in front of your big house watching the Provo July 4th parades, Matthew and Madeline playing with Savannah, my cute Pepper who I enjoyed for 15 years and thought of you often because her mommy was your cat Sugar (I believe), other fun gatherings and what good friends you were to Julia and Elizabeth. Jeff was easy going and pleasant and I know you will miss him keenly as you have Michael. May you often and as needed feel comforted and at peace through the blessed knowledge the gospel provides and the gift of the Holy Ghost. Sylvia Wilcox
Dan Simmons
November 6, 2016
Jeff took care of our elderly mother, Vivian Simmons, as if she were his own mom. He always made time to help with her home projects. We very much appreciate the service he gave her over many years as a handy man.
Elizabeth Wilcox
November 5, 2016
Jeff came to the rescue after I accidentally knocked a hole in a wall in a rental house in about 1989. He was very kind about the circumstances surrounding the mishap, repaired the wall so perfectly that even I could not find the original site, and was more than fair in the transaction. I was just getting myself established in a new job, just getting my financial feet under me, and the accident seemed like such a huge setback. But Jeff saved the day, repairing not only a hole in a wall but a set of frayed nerves. He was calm incarnate. What an excellent gem of a man he is and ever will be. My heart aches for you, Cheri, and for Joe, Sam, Matt, and Maddy. May God bless you all as you miss Jeff right along with Michael, until you meet again.
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