The Bradenton Herald
Obituary
Earl John Lindsay
passed away at his home on February 22, 2016. He was the first of four children born to parents Harry W. and Gertrude V. Lindsay. He arrived on this earth September 16, 1941, in Toronto, Canada. Earl is survived by loving siblings Patty Lindsay, Clayton Lindsay, and Beth Lindsay Mitchell, niece, Jennifer, nephew, Kevin and wife Laurie (Harley), life partner Betty Green and furry friend, Bo. He also leaves loved ones, family by heart, who brought much laughter and joy to his life, including Bill and Kathy Shafer, Dan and Becca Shafer (Copeland), Matt Shafer, Chris Culhane (Mikaela, Marley, Maddox), and Rob and Lorin Culhane Newingham, Jared and Katrina Calhane (Jackson, Kiera, Chelsea)Traecy and Darren Brunner (Ryelynn, Marla), Patrick and Debra Goeser (Judah), Dennis and Lorraine Harper, Chris and Jen Harper (Hannah, Hayden, Hallie), and David Harper, along with a host of lifelong friends. Earl was a Christian, a Mason, and a broker for material handling equipment (JayMac, Inc). He loved reading, especially biographies, NASCAR, boating, fishing and being on the water, and celebrating life with family and friends. While in Canada and Ohio, years ago, he enjoyed snowmobiling and of course hockey (both playing and coaching young amateurs). He was predeceased by his parents and wife, Joan Marie (Harper). Earl laughed often, loved much and lived life with great zest...on the front row. His presence will be missed but he will live in our hearts forever. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to Tidewell Hospice or Southeastern Guide Dogs. Please visit Earl's online Memorial at forevermissed.com for additional information, share memories or leave messages of condolence.
Published in The Bradenton Herald on Mar. 6, 2016