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Born on February 19, 1943 in Wilson, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Joseph Andrew Early and Margaret Lee Early. After graduating from Oscar Smith High School in South Norfolk, VA, he began a career at Sears and Roebuck before entering restaurant management. Later in life, he changed professions once more, returning to school and graduating from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Atlanta, GA. Bill was a funeral director at funeral homes in Virginia Beach and Northern Virginia.
His spirituality, care for others, sense of humor, and love for family are what he will be remembered and missed for.
Bill was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Mae Early. He is survived by his children: his son, Tom Early and daughter-in-law, Samantha Early of Virginia Beach, VA; his daughter, Beth Jinright and her fiance, Brian Pretlow of Rappahannock, VA; and his daughter, Laurel Quinn Allen and son-in-law, Joel Allen of Ashburn, VA; as well as his partner, Jill Anderson of Leesburg, VA. He is also survived by ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Road NE in Leesburg, VA on September 18, 2025, at 11:00 am. William T. Early, Sr.
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Christy Siepert
Yesterday
I'm so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I worked with him at Cremation Society of Virginia in VA Beach. He was like a second dad to me. We shared so much. I think of him often and will always remember our time together. May he Rest in Peace and Love. My sincere condolences to Bill's family. He loved his family more than life itself.
Nancy & Ron Nicholas
September 9, 2025
Bill was a very gently soul!!! He was quiet but we sure enjoyed seeing him at the firehouse. It was great seeing him at Ron's birthday party and we were very appreciative to see Bill and Jill at our daughter's funeral. Prayers for all the friends and family who are missing him.
Fred and Carol Wilson
September 5, 2025
We didn't have a long-time relationship with Bill but did enjoy a few meals out with he and Jill.
Great company. Carol and Fred Wilson
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