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.
