Earl was born in Chambers County, AL on January 12, 1931, to the late Harvey and Mary Estes. He served in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was textile worker in the Lanett Mill for 52 years. He faithfully attended Lanier Baptist Church.
Earl was preceded in death by his mother and father, his brothers; Alford, Bobby, Barney, and Claude Estes, his sister; Francis Lynn, and daughter; Evelyn Estes. He is survived by his wife of 68 years; Joyce Estes, daughters; Sandra Kennedy and Robin Quinton (Joseph), grandchildren; Dylan Aikens (Kerra), Sierra Wood (Justin), Holly and Cameron Kennedy, and three great-grandchildren.
Earl was an avid Braves fan and he enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, especially his grandkids and great-grandkids.
There will be a graveside service on Monday, March 6, 2023, at Oakwood Cemetery in Lanett, AL, at 2:00 PM EST with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM EST. Bro. Bill King will be officiating.
Services have been entrusted to Bluffton Funeral Services of Lanett, AL.
1400 1st Street
Lanett, AL 36863
1400 1st Street
Lanett, AL 36863