Obituary of Reverend Vincent J. Earley

Rev. Vincent J. Earley, 91, went to be with his Lord on January 17th, 2015 at Ideal Senior Living Center in Endicott, NY. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on March 30, 1923, the son of Thomas Earley and Catherine (Cardiff) Earley. Before joining the service in 1943, Vincent married his Irish sweetheart, Betty Green. From 1943-1946 Vincent was stationed in England, 91st General Hospital, as a Sgt. Surgical Technician. He enjoyed sharing many stories about that time in his life. He also spent hours reminiscing about his years working as an executive for Cadre Industries. After working in the business world for a number of years, Vince studied theology at Bangor Theological Seminary in Bangor, Me. and Princeton Theological Seminary. The rest of his professional life was devoted to the ministry at a number of churches including the First Presbyterian Church of Endicott, NY, the Missionary Baptist Church, Windham Center Community Church and the John Hus Presbyterian Church. Besides his parents, Vincent was predeceased by his brother, Francis; wife, Betty; son, Steven. He is survived by his son, Thomas and wife, Brenda Earley; daughter-in-law, Jeffrae Earley; sisters, Marie Blackwell and Loretta Dean; grandchildren, Jamie Palm, Joshua Earley, Aymie Walshe and John Walshe; great-grandson, Declan Walshe; many nieces and nephews. Vincent was also blessed with many friends and acquaintances throughout his life. He talked of them often with great affection. Thank-you to all who enhanced his days here. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 11:00 at the Estey, Munroe & Fahey Funeral Home, 15 Park St., Owego. Burial will be in the Riverhurst Cemetery, Endwell, NY. The family will receive friends Tuesday Evening from 5 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday from 10:00 to 10:45 am. prior to services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Vincent has asked that donations be made to Paget Price Presbyterian Homes, P.O. Box 310, Owego, NY 13827. Condolences may be made to Rev. Earley’s family at www.emfaheyfuneralhome.com