James Willard Early's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2025 in Morris, Alabama

James Willard Early

August 22, 1944 - June 16, 2025 (80 years old)

Morris, Alabama

James Willard Early's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2025 in Morris, Alabama

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Walker Chapel Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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James Willard Early

August 22, 1944 - June 16, 2025 (80 years old)

Morris, Alabama

James Willard Early Obituary

The memory of James Willard Early of Morris, Alabama, who passed away on June 16, 2025 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Willard Early to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Willard Early and Louise Early; his sister Jilda Early; and his grandson Jeremy Burrell. He is survived by: his wife Brenda Early; his daughters, Brandy Sponsler (Matt) and Candace Godsey (Hollis); and his stepchildren, Wanda Burrell (Darryl) and Leon Hawkins (Melissa). He is also survived by nine grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and host of other extended family.

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 20th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Walker Chapel Funeral Home (1200 Ellard Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 20th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to Dixie Softball, Inc., 1101 Skelton Drive, Birmingham, AL 35224.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Walker Chapel Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens



Fri

June 20

Visitation

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Walker Chapel Funeral Home
1200 Ellard Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068

Fri

June 20

Celebration of life

6:00 PM

Walker Chapel Funeral Home
1200 Ellard Rd, Fultondale, AL 35068

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