actory, then as a forklift operator. In the 1960s, he transferred to the Engineering Department where he worked as an engineering records analyst, retiring on February 1, 1998, from the Tech Center after 42 ½ years of service. After they married, Earl and Deanne lived in Elmwood, IL, until returning to the family farm in July 1977, where they both enjoyed gardening and big family get-togethers. Around Elmwood, he was known as "that guy with the camera." He shared his photographs with the students, staff, coaches, and teachers of area schools and newspapers. Earl was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Elmwood, where he served over the years as an usher, an elder, Sunday School teacher, youth group leader, and he ran the sound system for a great many of years. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2019, at the First Presbyterian Church in Elmwood. The Reverend Marla Bauler will officiate. A visitation will be held the night before on Sunday, March 24, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the church. Burial will immediately follow the service at Elmwood Township Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church in Elmwood and St. Jude Midwest Affiliate. To view Earl's video tribute or to leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Elmwood is in charge of arrangements.