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Earl Thomas Key

Kalamazoo, Michigan

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KEY, Mr. Earl Thomas Age 57 Kalamazoo, MI

Was born July 12, 1948 to the late Luther Earl and the late Mattie Harper-Key. He attended Lakeside High School in Decatur, AL and Tennessee State University. Earl was a veteran who served two terms in the United States Army in Vietnam. One of his...

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Every time we heard the mail truck coming, the kids ran to meet up with Earl. He knew each of their names, and oh how we loved talking to "our friend Earl". The mail hasn't been a special time in our day for quite a long time now. I was extreemely sad when I asked the new mailman about Earl. Just know, we still think of Earl every day and will always think of him watching over, and smiling down on all of us who have mail boxes!!! Peace be with all of you who were lucky enough to be a special...

Ceata and Family,

I am so sorry to hear the news of your father's passing, but I was on the east coast with Corey and his family. Now you can be sure that your father is not suffering anymore and that he is with our heavenly father. You stay strong and God bless you. Much love from the Drivers'

Our family is very sorry to hear about Earl. The children is our neighborhood loved to see him and laughed at his stories. We will always remember our wonderful mailman and are blessed to have known him if only for a short time. Sincerely, The Stachew Family

Mayda, Earl was a very special person. His friendliness, smile and always a hand wave no matter where you might be, made him stand out. Earl came to our rescue when we were involved with a Christmas play. We needed a mailman's uniform. Earl didn't hestitate to let us borrow not only the uniform but the bag too. When our son died Earl told us that our son would want us to continue living. That was one of our lowest times in life. Earl shared his own loss and faith. He was a good neighbor and...

Earl was the sweetest mailman we had ever had. He took such a personal interest in each person he delivered to, and knew many of us by name. I have missed him this last year, and will miss him in the future. It was a pleasure know this Christian man who delivered mail to our office. Our prayers go out to the family during this time. Kathy Barrett - MainStreet Financial Advisors

Mayda, I did not know your husband, but from what you have told me, He must of been a great man and father to his children. God Bless to all of his family. Jean Miller Family Service Counselor