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Mark Chase
November 2, 2020
Well, it's been seven years since you left us but your spirit and legacy remain with everyone who's lives you touched through the memories and lessons that will always remain and be passed on. Your daughter-in-law has also departed this life and it is our faith that tells us that you both can now rest from your devoted service in this life and enjoy the rewards of it in the next. Miss you both and so thankful that we were blessed to have you with us for as long as we did. We will love you and miss you always.
Dollie Ellis
November 2, 2020
Deacon James Earley was a true Christian warrior for the Lord. My family and I were truly blessed by his presence at Brookland Union Baptist Church. He stood on the shoulders of many but his love for Christ allowed others to stand on his shoulders as a beacon of light , hope and faith. Rest in loving peace my friend. Gone but not forgotten.
Brandon Jenifer
December 25, 2014
I miss seeing you at family functions. I wish we had more time together.
Helen Jennings
December 25, 2014
Jimmy,
I remember, every Friday, we would go to Southeast DC for pizza. Thank you for being a great cousin. I will miss your smile.
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Tonie Price
December 25, 2014
I miss you dearly.
Natlie Jenifer
December 25, 2014
Cousin Jimmy, I will miss your presence and warm smile. When we heard you were in the hospital, we immediately got on the phone with other family members. We dropped everything to be there by your side. You always "showed up" for family and we wanted to "show up" for you. We miss you but it helps to know that you're one of the angels watching over your family.
Chuck Earley
December 14, 2014
Dear Jimmy: Thanks for that first trip to the beach. Thanks for that first outing to a restaurant. Thanks for being a wonderful uncle and loving family man. You are truly missed!

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Earl Baylor
December 5, 2014
Jimmy was more like a brother than a brother-in-law. We always took time to chat when I called Mary. I will always remember that he loaned me his brand new 1964 Chevrolet Impala to take my driver's test, which I easily passed. He will always be remembered but truly missed. God bless him and his family.
December 4, 2014
What a wonderful male role model Dea. Early
was...firm and loving. Eva L. Orr.
Dollie Ellis
November 6, 2014
The peace and love that u shared with all will always be in our memory. The angels of love are always with your family. We will always give God the glory for your life my friend and church member.
Mark Chase
November 5, 2014
Good morning, Dad. It may be So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday but you will always be here with us through the memories of your guidance, protection, wisdom and laughter but most of all through your love of God and family. Well done, God's faithful servant. Rest In Peace.
October 6, 2014
Dearest Jimmy, it has almost been a year since you left my side and the presence of family & friends. No one has forgotten you or the love and service you so freely gave to all of us. If God grants us time, we will visit your resting place soon. You now RIP and safe in the loving arms of Christ. Love forever. Your Mary
mary earley
May 6, 2014
My dearest Jimmy, it has been so long since I have written to you. There is not a moment of any day that I don't think about you - your voice, calm and determined manner, remember your dry though funny jokes, tenderness with our grandchildren - all too much to bear at times. Yet, it is these memories that keep me safe, secure and strong. You were not with me to pick out our Christmas tree, welcome 2014 or my birthday. I read the many Valentine cards from you while crying and caressing each one. Spring is now here in full bloom. Our Cardinal returned to the apple tree and was joined by a female. I felt this was sign from God that you and I are joined forever! So much of your abiding presence is with me all the time. What a gift you were and are. Rest well, until we meet again. Love always, Your Mary
November 15, 2013
Dear Mary & Family,
Soooo sorry to hear about the passing of
Brother Earley. May God keep His promise to never leave nor forsake you
during this time of sorrow.
Love you,
Ardesial Harris

The Harris Family 2013
James Harris
November 15, 2013
Earley family, I have the best memories of Deacon Earley from my time of growing up at Brookland Union Baptist Church. He would always smile and ask how school and life were going. Of course, we played with Victor and Mark all the time. Praise God for the victory for there is no earthly sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Paula Ramshack
November 12, 2013
May God continue to bless this family and like you stated Dianne their is nothing like having family . So may this candle shine the light of love over all of our families. Pastor Cousin Paula Ramshack in Jesus name.
Eileen Stevens
November 11, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Earley family, may God bless you and your family during this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 11, 2013
Elizabeth and family,please know that our hearts are with you today. Jimmy's journey on this side has ended. The memories your family has of him will one day be a comfort. We send your our love. Your cousins in Greenwood S.C. Rosa and family.
Eric Davis
November 10, 2013
Peace and blessings to the entire Earley family. May God's amazing grace continue to console you in the days ahead. You remain in my payers.
Carl & Karen Smith
November 10, 2013
Our deepest condolences to the Earley family. May God grant you peace.
Ethel Smith
November 10, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Earley Family. I am so sorry for your loss. My prays are with you and the family.
November 9, 2013
Alfred L. Tennyson penned, "Sunset and evening star; And one clear call for me. And may there be no moaning of the bar, when I put out to sea...." Cousin Elizabeth and family, may you rest comfortably in knowing that he has met "His 'Pilot'" face-to-face, and seeks peace and harmony for you all. Love, Johnie Tillman and Family
Dollie Ellis and Family
November 9, 2013
To the Earley Family: my Christian brother Deacon Earley and tribe leader will be missed by our family for he shared the love, compassion and undying service to his Brookland Union church family. I will always remember his warm and heartfelt prayers, his quite and soft spoken manner and most of all the many years of service to our church. A servant of God has gone to meet his king and savior. We will miss him but God needed a treasurer to count the saved souls in his Kingdom.
November 8, 2013
My deepest sympathy to The Earley Family.
Normalee Young & Family, Owings mills MD
Daisy Smith
November 8, 2013
His neighbors in Colesville Estates will miss James. Our entire community share in this loss with his family.
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