Earl worked at Stephenson Millwork and Davis Cabinet for several years. He was a master at woodwork and could build anything he wanted.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Greene Hopkins.
Earl is survived by his grandchildren, Heather, Austin and Cody Webb; bonus grandchildren, Chris, Cassidy and Daniel Lee; and an extra bonus grandson, Wesley Nagle.
A visitation will be held 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2020, with the service following at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel at Thomas-Yelverton Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests monetary donations to help with medical expenses.
Funeral services are under the direction of Thomas-Yelverton Funeral Home, Wilson, NC. Online condolences may be sent to www.thomasyelverton.com.