James William Earley Jr., 51, of Fort Wayne, Indiana passed away on Friday, September 9, 2022. James was born July 2, 1971 to the late James William Earley, Sr. and Marjorie (Harris) Evans. He enjoyed football and basketball and being outdoors. Surviving family include his sisters, Mable Girdler and Kimberly Hilbert; brother, Timothy Hilbert; five nieces and four nephews; and many other family members. No services have been planned at this time. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.HockemeyerMillerFH.com for the Earley family.