William Lee Earls Jr.

EARLS William Lee Jr., age 94, of Hamilton passed away September 1, 2014. He is the beloved husband of 65 years to Adele; devoted father of Jacqueline (Dennis) Bender and Richard (Peggy) Earls; loving grandfather of Aragorn Earls, Poppy Earls, Stephanie Langdon, Samantha Bender, Trisha Clark, Richard Earls II, and Adelen Earls; 8 great grandchildren; and daughter in law, Denise Anderson. Bill is preceded in death by his parents; son, William Lee Earls III; siblings, Mary Earls, Robert Earls, and Jack Earls. Bill served his country in the Army; a past member of the Elks where he and Adele played golf; and a lifetime member of the Fairfield VFW. Visitation will be Saturday from 12-1 p.m. at the Evangelical Community Church, 2191 Struble Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45231. A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. with Pastor Richard Lanning officiating. Full military honors will be given at the church after the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the church or Hospice of Cincinnati.