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Richard Early

Oshtemo, Michigan

Jun 15, 1927 – Aug 11, 2024 (Age 97)

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BORN
June 15, 1927
DIED
August 11, 2024
AGE
97
LOCATION
Oshtemo, Michigan

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Early, RichardRichard D. Early, 97, of Oshtemo, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Provision Living. Dick was born June 15, 1927, in Kalamazoo, the son of Leon and Myrtle (Boekeloo) Early.In his younger years, Dick spent time on his grandparents' farm often delivering eggs to Borgess Hospital...

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Dick was my neighbor on Alamo for almost 20 years before he sold his beloved home. I'm so sorry to the family to hear of his passing. Dick was a kind and gentle man and I enjoyed hearing his stories! I also took care of his sprinkler system for many years, and I know that he was always proud of his green lawn!

Pat/Mike......Will ALWAYS look back fondly on our days at Eastwood L.L. with your Dad as Our (Mike) Coach! Some 25 Years later, There was a reunion of sorts when We got together with the "RX"/ "Early Mac" modified FP team (Pat). Your Dad was in constant attendance for our contests THEN. I could always hear Dick's voice from the bleachers, throwing my memory into gear from Eastwood in the "Early" 60's (Worden Shell)! Know this Guys.....Your Dad had an influence on my youth. For That, I will...

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times with Dick as you celebrate his greatly fulfilled life well lived. Through our comradeship and eventual friendship as fellow VFW post members, then subsequently past post commanders, we shared many conversations about his experiences and I benefited from his knowledge. Dick will be missed, adored and greatly appreciated.

Sincere condolences, Mary and Mike, and the whole family; the Eastside was a better place because of your dad and his commitment to not only the neighborhood and church, but it is evident he loved you all so very much. May your fond memories bring you comfort while you grieve.

Dick, my dad and I will miss you so much. Thank you for welcoming my dad to Provision and being such a great friend to him for the last year. I´ll miss your stories of wealth management and the war, and hearing about how proud you were of your growing family. We are lucky to have known you, even if it was for a short time. I asked my dad today who he will talk to about fishing and the military now as I know you two really connected on those things, and he said hopefully you´ll send him a sign...

I have only met my uncle Richard (Dick) few times, my grandmother was his sister Doris gave me some of her memories as a child , my condolences to the children and family , my father has many kind words to say about Dick as a younger man.

I have so much respect for the Early family. You all make a wonderful family with your Mom and Dad at the helm. Our sincere condolences and we salute you Mr Early for a life well lived!

My Dad who passed in 2022, knew Dick Early from Upjohn tablet packaging. His name is Marvin De Vries. Dick was his good friend.

Many fond memories of time spent with the Early family at Indian Lake. Two families with six kids each made for some raucously fun times. Sad to learn of his passing but what a full, rich life he had. Love to you all.