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Edgar Cearley Obituary
Born Aug. 3, 1947, in Houston, Texas, Ed graduated in 1965 from Waltrip High School. He attended Southwestern University, where he was a Phi Delta Theta, and in 1969, he graduated from the University of Texas.
Ed's career was in radio sales, marketing and management. He spent many happy years at KILT FM/AM in Houston, Texas, before moving to Longview, Texas, where he was general manager of KYKX.
At the time of his death, he was president and general manager of a group of stations that included WJAQ in Marianna.
Ed was passionate about his Texas Longhorns and attended National Football Championships of 1969, 1970 and 2005. But even the Longhorns took second place to the love he felt for family and friends. His children, parents, brother and large circle of friends always knew they could count on him for love, support and laughter. Ed was a York Rite Mason.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Steve Cearley.
He is survived by his parents, Dot and Buster Cearley of Longview, Texas; daughter, Ginger Cearley, and son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Elizabeth Cearley, all of Houston. He was looking forward to the birth of his grandson in January.
A memorial service will be at the First United Methodist Church of Marianna, Thursday, Sept. 4, at 10 a.m., with Dr. Bob McKibben officiating.
Memorials may be sent to the American Heart Association.
James & Sikes Funeral Home - Maddox Chapel will direct.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edgar Cearley
Maggie Staples
September 10, 2008
I met Ed when I was just a child, about 5 years old. I havent seen him since I was 7. One time I told him something silly and childish and he just laughed back and made me feel okay for not knowing what I had said.
It always left an impression on me. Since then he has never forgotten a graduation or milestone of mine. I always got a card from him. Such a thoughtful man.
Clint Wright
September 9, 2008
Few and far between are the people that make you smile by just walking into the room. Rarer still is the person that can keep that up for 20+ years (those that knew Ed earlier would likely add years to that total). Ed was responsible for, who knows, perhaps a million such smiles. And counting. Thinking of him still makes me smile.
Stan Shoemaker
September 4, 2008
So sorry about our loss. Ed was my best friend in junior high and high school and we were even roomates in college.Whether swimming lake Austin (yes we really did that)catching fish at cobblers castle,or preparing for a pep rally,Ed was always the inspiration and sense of humor. He was never without a smile. I am so proud to have known him. He made me a better human being.
I love you my friend and God bless your family.
Larry Woods
September 4, 2008
For all who knew Ed, our world will be less without him. WHVN & KHVN will soon go to a country format. God's speed my friend. Regards to his family and friends.
Corinne Deurdulian
September 1, 2008
Dearest Ginger and the Cearley family,
Donald and I are deeply saddened by your loss. We know the many wonderful memories of your father will lift you up always.
Kay Medlin
August 31, 2008
Ginger, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that the wonderful memories you have of your father will help sustain you through this difficult time and in the months and years to come. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leigh
August 30, 2008
Often in the mornings I would encounter Ed walking. He always had a smile and he always had kind words. He made many days start off bright for me. He loved his families - Family family, radio family, friends family and church family. There was no guessing if Ed was a Christian, he showed it with his actions. Many many people will miss you Ed. May the Lord be with all the Cearley family and the rest of Eds' families.
John Leediker
August 30, 2008
To the Cearley Family:
I am saddened to hear of Ed's passing. I too grew up with Ed, from our early days at Stevens Elementary School, all the way through graduation from Waltrip High in 1965. I will always remember Ed as the happy and energetic guy that he was. My thoughts are with the Cearley family....God Bless.
-John Leediker and Family
Phoenix, Arizona
Mike McGough
August 29, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Ed as a GM in SunGroup (at Bryan & Pensacola) and had preceded him by a few years as GM at Marianna. Ed was not only a wonderful friend but also an outstanding broadcaster. He led his radio stations to great success and to rarely achieved levels of community leadership. And through it all made new friends on a daily basis. We will all miss him greatly, but will also carry a special part of his positive, uplifting spirit with us along the way. Thanks, Ed!
Jennifer Correa
August 29, 2008
I still cant believe this has happened. Even though his time here on Earth has come and passed, he will be remembered by so many people. I love your family so much and I hope that you (Chris and Ginger) keep spreading the joy, love, compassion, friendliness, non judgemental, overflowing personality that your father displayed. He was an AMAZING man, and I am so sorry for your loss.
With all my love,
Jennifer Ann "Lynch" Correa
Kelly Conklin
August 29, 2008
Ginger, I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Please accept my condolences.
Becky and Randy Milford
August 29, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Cearly, Ginger, Chris, and Elizabeth,
Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We know you have suffered a great loss and we feel it too. When Ed was our GM in Longview it was a pleasure to come to work everyday. Ed was always in good spirits and was a joy to work for. He will be missed, but we know he was a Christian and he is with our Lord.
craig terrell
August 29, 2008
family & friends - i grew up on althea st. in houston, a few houses down from ed. i was a year younger than him and remember him as a fun loving guy. we moved in 1961 but i still went to waltrip and graduated in 1966. i was also sorry to hear of not only ed's but steve's passing as well. god bless you all.
craig terrell
Ed & MJ Prince 1982
August 28, 2008
Andy Lowery
August 28, 2008
The Cearley family---I am so sorry for your loss. Ed was a great friend, and I will miss him.
Ed, Dennis, someone's date
August 28, 2008
Ed
August 28, 2008
Dennis, Ed, Andy
August 28, 2008
Terry Robertson
August 28, 2008
I'm so overwhelmed by the news of Ed's passing away that I can't really find the words to say more than I love you all and will pray for you every day. I just found out today and will try to contact you later. He's gone too soon, too young, but greatly loved! God will certainly cradle you in His hands during your grief. I loved him so much!
Cecilia Martinez
August 28, 2008
Ginger,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Cecilia Martinez/KHOU-TV
Sarah Guzzetta
August 28, 2008
Dear Chris, Elizabeth & Ginger
I am so sorry for your loss. I understand completely what you are going through. Cherish your memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Regards,
Sarah Guzzetta
Jackie (Darling) Anderson
August 28, 2008
Big Ed. I can't believe you are gone. I first met Ed in the 80s and I adored this big man with the biggest heart in the world. UT had no bigger fan than this man. I'm sure you're up there getting ready for the season. Hook 'Em Horns!
Linda Webster-Jennings
August 28, 2008
For all the Cearley Family:
I graduated from Waltrip in '65 with Ed, and have seen him several times through the years at our reunions and he was always "our own personal DJ". He was always in good spirits and so I will always believe that God needed him now as his own personal DJ. I know it is very hard now the grief you are experiencing but perhaps you can find solace in knowing that his time with us (although it was too brief) it was always happy.
Liz Hansen
August 28, 2008
Dear Cearley Family,
I went to Waltrip with Ed and remember him as the always-happy, cheerful soul that he was. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing and know that you should lean on friends to help you through this difficult time. Please know that I wish you peace and love.
Liz Lawrence Hansen
Houston, TX
Genie (Hackenjos) Butler
August 27, 2008
To Ed's family, particularly to his parents,
I was so saddened to hear of Ed's death last night. I got out my old photo albums, and there he was--in our first grade class photo at Steven's School. We shared so many formative years together. I haven't seen Ed, except for Waltrip class reunions, over the years, and missed the last one, so it has been a while. But I remember the good times we shared all through Stevens school days!
My sympathy and prayers to you,
Genie Hackenjos Butler
Aunt Nancy Binger
August 27, 2008
Dear Chris, Elizabeth, Ginger & family,
Our hearts are saddened by the unexpected death of your father; he was truly loved by many. Rejoice in the fact that he knew you all loved him very much. All of us on Long Island will remember him and all of you in our prayers.
Patti Kay (Luers)
August 27, 2008
To the Cearley Family,
Ed was the dearest, kindest, most thoughtful man, and always a true & loyal friend. Although I had not seen Ed in a few years, we e-mailed each other almost every other day, and alot were "chatting about our lives" conversations. Mary Jo Prince was right--Ed's heart gave out because he was always giving it to his family & friends, --always caring & supporting. He was a very positive and Christian man. I am a better person for knowing Ed and calling him "my Friend!". We'll miss him, but know that the "Eyes of Texas" will ring louder in Heaven than ever before. God Bless all of you Cearley's.
Warmly, Patti Kay (Luers)
his family & friends
Monica Schafer
August 27, 2008
Ginger,
I am so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. I know you two were close and it was apparent that he adored you as much as you did him. I know his great character and positive outlook on life lives on in you which is apparent by the way you touch others as he has. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.
Love,
Monica
Susan Dawson
August 27, 2008
From the Les Acree Family... Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God hold you in his arms and give you peace.
Margaret Bell Solomon
August 27, 2008
Dear Chris and Ginger,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Robert Conrad
August 27, 2008
Some of the Cearley family know me and they realize how much we in Marianna, Florida are suffering this loss. I will be making another entry soon-but, in behalf of the entire 'radio family' here at The Broadcast Center-we extend our love and deepest sympathy. God Bless You.
Robert Taylor
August 27, 2008
Ed Cearley was one of the two greatest men I will have have the pleasure to know. I always looked forward to each day that Ed was at the helm of our ship in Longview Texas. He was a great poker player... a not so great golfer... and always a gentleman. I will miss him. My thoughts are with the whole Cearley family.
Glenn Sprenger
August 27, 2008
Ginger,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Glenn.
Henny Banning
August 27, 2008
I have not seen the Cearley family since our days in Waltrip High School, but remember each of you well. So well---with admiration and affection.
I send my heart felt sympathy to each of you during this difficult time-lifting you up in prayer for strength, peace of heart and mind during this very-very painful time.
I always enjoyed Ed's laughter and with the years remember it with great appreciation---life is so short. Ed and brother Steve are together once again.
God Be with you.
Henny Banning
August 27, 2008
Ginger,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Angie Buck
Linda CHADDICK
August 27, 2008
Aunt . and Uncle Buster, We loved him so. He made us laugh and always had a smile to share.
He was a very special cousin. We love you and cry with you over his death. James and Linda
Frank Stowell
August 27, 2008
Ginger,
May your fond memories give you strength during this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frank
Mary Jo Prince
August 27, 2008
To the Cearley Family,
Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. Ed was one of the most genuine, caring, and loving people I've ever known. His heart just gave out because it had been used so much to help and care about others. And I only hope he really knew how much others cared about him. I am so thankful for the time that God allowed Ed to be in my life. I never stopped loving him, and he will be in my heart forever. Ed, you wanted so badly to get back home to Texas, and now, you are, my friend. Enjoy your 50-yard-line seat in Austin on Thanksgiving Day this year! Welcome home, Ed, welcome home.
Love always,
Mary Jo
Robert Kelly
August 27, 2008
Ed was a very special friend. We shared a lot of good times over the years. He will be greatly missed. With fond memories and our condolences.
Bob and Tanya Kelly
Wayne & Betty Young
August 26, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
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