Kenneth A. Earl

April 21, 2024

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Kenneth A. Earl, 73, of Frankfort, Ind., died April 21, 2024 at I.U. Health Arnett Hospital, Lafayette, Ind.  He was born January 18, 1951 in Lebanon, Ind. to George & Juanita (Bierman) Earl.  He married Jill Sallee on June 27, 1987 at the Woodside Christian Church in Frankfort.

Kenneth was a 1969 graduate of Clinton Central High School and a lifelong resident of Frankfort.  He delivered parts for Advance Auto Parts in Lebanon, retiring on February 26, 2024.  He had also worked for Kramer Lumber Company in Lebanon and was a custodian for Lincoln, Riley & Suncrest Elementary Schools.  Kenneth was a member of the Harmony Baptist Church in Frankfort.  He enjoyed horse racing, car races, golfing, kayaking and outdoor activities.  Kenneth loved his granddaughter, Scarlett.

Visitation and Services

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 at Harmony Baptist Church, 1635 Washington Ave., Frankfort. Memorial visitation will be 12 Noon – 2 p.m. with the Celebration of Life Memorial Service beginning at 2 p.m. at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the Harmony Baptist Church.

Survived by:

Wife: Jill Earl of Frankfort, Daughter: Kristi (Fiancé Shannon Neal) Earl of Frankfort, Son: Allan Earl of Frankfort, 3 Brothers: Don (Connie) Earl of Frankfort, John (Paula) Earl of Michigantown, Curt (Tonya) Earl of Hillisburg, Sister: Dena Earl of Frankfort, Sister-in-law: Jennifer Earl of Shelbyville, 5 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and several great-nieces and great-nephews also survive.

Preceded by:

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Larry & Gene Earl.

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18 Condolences for “Kenneth A. Earl”

  1. Hudgins April 22, 2024 at 5:27 pm

    So sorry prayers

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  2. Rhonda Edwards April 22, 2024 at 6:40 pm

    I am so sorry for the family’s loss. Kenny was a great guy who always had a smile. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

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  3. Melanie Maus April 22, 2024 at 7:54 pm

    I’m so sorry for your loss, sending my condolences and prayers your way!

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  4. Jeanie and Gary Thompson April 22, 2024 at 8:58 pm

    So sorry for your loss of KENNY and will keep you, Jill and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Kenny was such a GREAT guy and I know he’ll be missed by many. I cut his hair for a lot of years and we had lots of great conversations.

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  5. Jeff Michael April 22, 2024 at 9:55 pm

    Thinking of you Jill and your family during this time.

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  6. Michael Timmons Sr April 23, 2024 at 2:17 am

    So very sorry for your loss. May God bless you in your time of need.

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  7. Brenda Scircle Smith April 23, 2024 at 3:41 am

    My sincere condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Kenny Earl. I graduated from CC in 1969 with Kenny. I am very sorry for your loss.

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  8. Bob Gourley April 23, 2024 at 5:09 am

    So sorry for your families loss. My condolences.

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  9. Jerry Kelly April 23, 2024 at 10:44 am

    I’m going to miss you brother We have a lot of good memories kayaking, golfing and going to Notre Dame Football vs Purdue. My Condolences to the Family.

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  10. Angelia Holliday April 23, 2024 at 1:31 pm

    I’m really going to miss his smile and laugh, he was a great guy and driver at advance auto parts, so sorry for your loss.

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  11. Chris Clark April 23, 2024 at 3:06 pm

    Kenny will be missed by so many. We all have made great memories & you will remain at the top of those for the rest of our days. My prayers to your family & friends.

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  12. Lynette & Jeff Hardesty April 23, 2024 at 8:52 pm

    What a good man. Prayers for God’s peace & love to surround the whole family. Lynette & Jeff Hardesty

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  13. Joan Smith Elliott April 23, 2024 at 9:59 pm

    Jill, I am so sorry for your loss. Joan Smith Elliott

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  14. Shirley Wellman Bishop April 24, 2024 at 10:17 am

    So sorry for your loss. Praying for the entire Earl family.

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  15. Terri (Goff) Russell April 24, 2024 at 12:04 pm

    Jill,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you and your family

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  16. Susan Reynolds April 24, 2024 at 1:42 pm

    Jill and family: So very sorry to hear about Kenny. Keeping you all in my prayers.

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  17. Connie Stevens King April 24, 2024 at 11:02 pm

    So sorry to hear about Ken. My brother was in the class of 1969 with Ken and I was in the class of 1967 with Larry. Sending prayers to all the Earl family.

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  18. Melissa Earl May 3, 2024 at 1:01 pm

    Sending hugs to the whole Earl Family today. Kyle and I couldn’t be there today but know we are thinking about you all! Loved Ken’s sense of humor and remember the great Christmas dinners he hosted.

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