James Richard Early, Jr., son of the late James R. Early, Sr. and Lillian H. Paine, was born April 19, 1929 in Tyronza, Arkansas.  He passed away March 28, 2020 at the age of 90 years, 11 months, and 9 days.  J. R. married Lauren Yvonne Russell on April 4, 1953.  She preceded him in death December 4, 2000.

Survivors include:

2 Daughters:

Sandra (Tommy) Spain of Kennett

Beverly Cline of Nashville, Tennessee

4 Grandchildren:

April (Marc) Ross of Kennett

Chris Huffstutler of Dallas, Texas

Steven (Sarah) Spain of Nashville, Tennessee

Chase (Amanda) Huffstutler of Nashville, Tennessee

4 Great-grandchildren:

Dawson Ross, Owen Ross and Griffin Ross all of Kennett

Oliver Huffstutler of Nashville, Tennessee

He was preceded in death by a brother Howard Lee Early and a sister Erma Jean Rinderknecht.  J. R. served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War.

Due to the Covid-19 crisis a private graveside service is planned.  The family request memorials be made to:  First Christian Church, 105 W. Washington, Kennett, MO  63857 or VNA Hospice, P.O. Box 768, Kennett, MO  63857.