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Marion Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory
454 Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
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Earline Mavis Nowling, born on November 24, 1937, in Greenville, Alabama, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, at Winter Haven Hospital. She lived a full life of love and dedication, reaching the age of 88.
Earline had a rich career as a press operator for St. Joe Paper Company and also worked at Findley Industries. Beyond her work, she embraced the role of a homemaker with warmth and grace. A devoted member of the Baptist faith, Earline found joy in her daily activities, including fishing and boating, and she had a special fondness for collecting Beanie Babies. Her love for family and friends often shone through in the simple pleasures, such as playing cards.
Earline is survived by her sister, Christine Catrillo of Orlando, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews who will cherish her memory. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Nowling, her sister, Nell Myrick, and her brother, Gene Smith.
A funeral service to honor Earline’s life will be held on November 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Marion Nelson Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Lake Wales Cemetery. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.marionnelsonfuneralhome.com.
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454 S Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853

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454 Buck Moore Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33853
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