James "Jim" Early's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Milan, Michigan

James "Jim" Early

November 7, 1934 - June 11, 2026 (91 years old)

Milan, Michigan

James "Jim" Early's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Milan, Michigan

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James "Jim" Early

November 7, 1934 - June 11, 2026 (91 years old)

Milan, Michigan

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James Early Obituary

James Early (Milan, Michigan) passed away on June 11, 2026. James, born on November 7, 1934, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roland Early and Libby Early (Jurik); his wife Jean Cardinal; his siblings, Richard "Dick" Early and Peggy Derrick; and his siblings-in-law, Corny Derrick, Deborah Early, Janice Missler, Russ Missler, Terry Dickerson and Judy Williams.

He is survived by: his children, Denise Hoffman (Tom) of Milan, Elizabeth "Beth" Early of South Bend, Indiana, James Early (Deborah) of Freedom, Wisconsin, David Early (Stephanie) of Deerfield, Michigan and Dawn Early (Kevin Wenzel) of Greenville; his grandchildren, Tara DeCoster (Andy), Andrew Early (Samantha), Kyle Early (Heather), Josh Ladd (Ciara Stasko), Joel Ladd (Becca Williams), Katherine Hoffman (Nolan Cole), Christopher Early and Kylee Early; his siblings, Neil Early (Marion), Mary Bennett (Phil) and Stephen "Mike" Early (Vicki); his siblings-in-law, Sharon Early, Jackie Dickerson and Dale Williams; his family Jean; his siblings, Jackie, Phil and Milan Seniors; Jack Gregory. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Milan Seniors for Healthy Living to support individuals with transportation needs.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ochalek-Stark Funeral Services



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June 18

Visitation

Ochalek Funeral & Cremation Services
218 E Main St, Milan, MI 48160

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June 19

Visitation

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
420 North St, Milan, MI 48160

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June 19

Mass

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
420 North St, Milan, MI 48160

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June 19

Burial

Marble Park Cemetery
520 W Main St, Milan, MI 48160

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June 19

Military honors

Marble Park Cemetery
520 W Main St, Milan, MI 48160

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