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His Life

Obituary

August 16, 2014

On the evening of August 1, 2014, Frank William Early III passed away peacefully at West Hills Hospital in West Hills, CA. Mr. Early was born to parents Frank W. Early, Jr. (Randsburg, CA) and Annis Naomi Rooffener (Ponca City, OK) on January 23, 1947 at Mary’s Help Hospital in San Francisco, CA.At a young age, Frank’s family moved to Los Angeles. He remained in Southern California living in several beach towns before ultimately settling in Topanga for the past 30 years.

Frank worked in the aerospace industry for most of his career spending the majority of those years at Decca Valves, Puroflow, and Western Filter. In his retirement he enjoyed being a sales representative at Golfsmith in Woodland Hills. He was greatly admired by his friends, co-workers, and family for his tremendous sense of humor and laid back approach to life. He also had a deep love for sports.When he wasn’t spending time with family he could be found on a softball pitcher’s mound or out fostering community on the golf course.

Frank is survived by his wife, Martha Early; son, Frank W. Early IV; daughter, Starlene Early; siblings Fran, Pegi, Mike, and Karen; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and a tremendous group of friends. He will sorely be missed by all.

All friends and family are invited to a memorial service and celebration of Frank’s life to be held at Woodley Lakes Municipal Golf Course in Van Nuys, CA on Sunday, August 24th from 2 pm to 5 pm.