Leonard B. Earp

He leaves his wife of 49 years, Marsha Earp; his daughter Melissa D. Rankin; son, Scott Earp, and brother George C. Earp. He is also survived by his son-in-law, Todd Rankin, daughter-in-law, Jacque Franklin Earp; sister in law Vicki Earp, and six grandchildren, Wyatt Rankin, Mia Rankin, Dahlia Rankin, Owen Earp, Nolan Earp, and Henry Earp.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George Earp and Nancy Coker Earp Trevathon; and son-in-law Todd S. Denson.

Born and raised in Tarboro, North Carolina; after high school, he joined the US Navy and was stationed on the USS Kitty Hawk. Once returning home he attended East Carolina University and graduated with a BS in Industrial Management. After graduating he married the love of his life, Marsha and started his lifelong career in various Industrial construction positions, finally settling in Atlanta, Georgia, where he raised his two children and eventually retired.

In retirement, he realized his dream of coming back to North Carolina, having horses and some land. Leonard had many good friends whom he loved dearly and shared his passion for the outdoors, wildlife, NASCAR, and simple kindness. He will be remembered as a hardworking, selfless, kind soul. He was a role model and family leader. Nothing matter more to Leonard than his family and friends. He will be truly missed and always loved.

Funeral services will be held at the 301 W. St. James Street Tarboro NC Primitive Baptist Church, Friday, July 12 at 11 am.

Celebration of Life will be held at the Earp Family Home 6498 River Road in Vanceboro NC 28586, Friday, July 12 at 4 pm.

Cotten Funeral Home assisting the Earp family with arrangements.