Earl Herrell

Earl Herrell, 85 of Grand Prairie, Texas passed away February 1, 2026 at his home in Grand Prairie. Graveside services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, February 14, 2026 in Sharon Cemetery, Drexel, MO. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.

Earl Milford Herrell was born on January 7, 1941 the son of Lewis Milford and Nora Iona (Lucas) Herrell at the Amarguia home place near Everett, MO. He was the 5th child born to them. He joined two sisters and two brothers at home.

Earl moved in March of 1971 to near Dallas, Texas to work with his brother Virgil, at his mechanic shop. Later he had his own shop near Grand Prairie, TX. where he spent the rest of his life.

He was the devoted partner to Vandylene Perdue for 41 wonderful years, sharing countless adventures together, including road trips to their favorite casinos, where they enjoyed gambling and the thrill of chance.

Besides his parents, Earl was preceded in death by his partner Vandylene Perdue on March 27, 2025; his brother, Floyd A. Herrell; and a brother Virgil Herrell.

Earl is survived by his 2 sisters, Opal Wiskur of Raymore, MO and Hazel Moreau of Lenexa, KS; His partner's two sons, Billy Perdue and his wife Janet, of Texas and Rodney Perdue and his wife Nichole, of Washington, along with several other relatives and a host of friends.