George W. Earls, 83, formerly of Bethel, died Tuesday, July 7, 2009. He was born Feb. 23, 1926, the son of James Henry and Estella Richmond Earls.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Snyder Earls and one great great grandchild.

Mr. Earls was survived by three sons, George Earls Jr., of Mt. Orab, Rick Earls, of Bethel and Brian Earls, of Batavia; one daughter, Brenda Duffer, of Felicity; one brother, Moe (Mary) Earls; one sister, Carol Colwell; nine grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held July 10, at E. C. Nurre Funeral Home, in Bethel.

Interment at Tate Township Cemetery.