Earl was raised in the Wellsville, and resided with several
relatives in his youth. He joined the U. S. Army at age 17 and served 20 years
with the 101st Airborne. He was a member of the Special Forces all over the
world, and was honored as a Green Beret. He received many awards including a
Purple Heart during the Vietnam War. He was employed for many years at Air
Preheater Company in Wellsville.
There will be no prior visitation, a celebration of life is
being planned for a later date. Please consider memorial donations to the SPCA
Serving Allegany County or any charity of the donor's choice. To leave online
condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.