Obituary of Richard Donald Earle

Richard Donald Earle of Roxbury Twp. died Wednesday March 28, 2007 at home. He was 80. Born in Succasunna, he has lived in Ledgewood section of Roxbury Twp. for 41 years. Before retiring, he was the owner/operator of Lakeland Tree Surgeons in Ledgewood. A World War II Navy Veteran, he was a member of the Knee Deep Club in Hopatcong. He enjoyed watching various sports, hunting, wildlife, fishing and in his younger years he participated in ski jumping competitions. He is predeceased by his former wife Marcia Jane (nee: Kates) Earle who died in 2000. Devoted father of Bonnie L. Gaughan of East Stroudsburg PA, John H. Earle of Boonton, Don H. Earle and Richard D. Earle (both of Miami FL). Dear brother of M. David Earle of Succasunna and Yvonne E. Link of Lancaster PA. Loving grandfather of 6 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday March 31st at 4:30 PM at the Succasunna Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Succasunna.