Milton C. Early III "Jack" passed away on December 1, 2012 in Houston, Texas. He was born in Long Beach, California on December 21, 1944 to Milton C. Early Jr and Doris Mae Carroll Early.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years: Sharon Early; his daughter, Dorothy M. Early; his mother, Doris C. Early; his brother, Gregory C. Early; his granddaughter, Cierra Early; his brother-in-law, Alonzo Harrison; his sisters-in-law, Elaine R. Early, Michelle I. Harrison, Cynthia Ingram; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his God-children, Courtney Deboise, and James Neal.
He is preceded in death by his father, Milton C. Early, Jr.; his daughter, Danette Rena' Early; his brother, Richard Early; and his brother-In-Law, Kirk Ingram.
His Celebration of Life will be held at the Houston National Cemetery on Friday, December 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Memory of Milton C. Early III to the Brain Trauma Foundation.
The Early Family would like to acknowledge the many expressions of love, kindness and support shown to us during this time of bereavement.
May God Bless and Keep You!
Adrift in such preoccupations, we seek clarification.
His wife of 22 years will carry his man's scent, his touch, his caring. His daughter and granddaughter will carry the weight of his love.
And the days will pass with baffled faces, then the weeks, then the months, then there will be a day when no question is asked,
Jack has donated his eyes and skin to The Gift of Life. He has continued to be the caring, devoted person he has been for 67 years. His donations will help 60 to 100 individuals.
Truly a Celebration of Life!
Thank you for visiting this memorial website. Please sign the online guestbook (below) to let family know that you were here and thinking of them.
From the Family of Milton C. Early III
During this difficult time my heart has been deeply touched by the comforting words and kind deeds of friends and family. Your kindness and compassion you extended to our family has meant so much to me. Whether you kept us in your thoughts, sent a card, gave a memorial donation or performed other acts of kindness, it will not be forgotten. Thank you.
Sincerely,
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How long does a man live after all? A thousand days or only one?
One week or a few centuries? How long does a
man spend living or dying?
And what do we mean when we say gone forever?
We can go to the philosophers but they will weary of our questions.
We can go to the clergymen and priests but they might be busy.
So, how long does a man live after all? And how much does he live while he lives?
We fret and ask so many questions - then when it comes to us
The answer is so simple after all.
A man lives for as long as we carry him inside us,
for as long as we carry the harvest of his dreams,
for as long as we ourselves live,
Holding memories in common, a man lives.
His mother will remember her 1st born.
His brother will cherish the frank conversations.
One friend will carry his agreements and arguments,
another will hum his favorite tunes by Syro Gyro,
another will still share his fears from his service to his country,
yet one will remember the taste of his good cooking.
and the knots of grief will loosen in the stomach and the puffed faces will calm.
And on that day he will not have ceased but will have ceased to be separated by death.
How long does a man live after all?
A man lives so many different lengths of time in our heart.
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Sharon Early
Houston National Cemetery
Milton C. Early III "Jack" passed away on December 1, 2012 in Houston, Texas. He was born in Long Beach, California on December 21, 1944 to Milton C. Early Jr and Doris Mae Carroll Early.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years: Sharon Early; his daughter, Dorothy M. Early; his mother, Doris C. Early; his brother, Gregory C. Early; his granddaughter, Cierra Early; his brother-in-law, Alonzo Harrison; his sisters-in-law, Elaine R. Early, Michelle I. Harrison, Cynthia Ingram; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his God-children, Courtney Deboise, and James Neal.
He is preceded in death by his father, Milton C. Early, Jr.; his daughter, Danette Rena' Early; his brother, Richard Early; and his brother-In-Law, Kirk Ingram.
His Celebration of Life will be held at the Houston National Cemetery on Friday, December 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Memory of Milton C. Early III to the Brain Trauma Foundation.
The Early Family would like to acknowledge the many expressions of love, kindness and support shown to us during this time of bereavement.
May God Bless and Keep You!
*********************************
How long does a man live after all? A thousand days or only one?
One week or a few centuries? How long does a
man spend living or dying?
And what do we mean when we say gone forever?
Adrift in such preoccupations, we seek clarification.
We can go to the philosophers but they will weary of our questions.
We can go to the clergymen and priests but they might be busy.
So, how long does a man live after all? And how much does he live while he lives?
We fret and ask so many questions - then when it comes to us
The answer is so simple after all.
A man lives for as long as we carry him inside us,
for as long as we carry the harvest of his dreams,
for as long as we ourselves live,
Holding memories in common, a man lives.
His wife of 22 years will carry his man's scent, his touch, his caring. His daughter and granddaughter will carry the weight of his love.
His mother will remember her 1st born.
His brother will cherish the frank conversations.
One friend will carry his agreements and arguments,
another will hum his favorite tunes by Syro Gyro,
another will still share his fears from his service to his country,
yet one will remember the taste of his good cooking.
And the days will pass with baffled faces, then the weeks, then the months, then there will be a day when no question is asked,
and the knots of grief will loosen in the stomach and the puffed faces will calm.
And on that day he will not have ceased but will have ceased to be separated by death.
How long does a man live after all?
A man lives so many different lengths of time in our heart.
Jack has donated his eyes and skin to The Gift of Life. He has continued to be the caring, devoted person he has been for 67 years. His donations will help 60 to 100 individuals.
Truly a Celebration of Life!
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Thank you for visiting this memorial website. Please sign the online guestbook (below) to let family know that you were here and thinking of them.
From the Family of Milton C. Early III
During this difficult time my heart has been deeply touched by the comforting words and kind deeds of friends and family. Your kindness and compassion you extended to our family has meant so much to me. Whether you kept us in your thoughts, sent a card, gave a memorial donation or performed other acts of kindness, it will not be forgotten. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Sharon Early
Brain Trauma Foundation
7 World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007.
Website Link
Jack, I will miss you and all of the days we talked for hours about everything. you were always someone I could get advise from and confide in about everything. We will see each other one day on the other side, I'm sure. RIP big brother.
Hello Sharon:
I send you my sincere condolences. Only met Jack a couple of times but enjoyed him. He was a great guy. Prayer definitely helps at times like this.
The Love and Laughs we shared as Neighbors will be Dearly Missed! We find Comfort is knowing you are not only Walking, Running and Dancing with Our Heavenly Father...
We’ve experienced together: Legal Issues, Being Neighbors, Jacks Cookouts, Sharon’s Education, Commuting, Weddings, Jacks Cookouts, Home Remodeling, House Guests, Jacks Cookouts, Prayers, Our Kids, Lots of Laughs and the Greatest Memories that Friends can have. Did I mention Jacks Cookouts? Love Jack and Sharon! God Bless Us All!
We just found each other on good old Facebook after not seeing each other or hearing from each other for a few years. It was so nice to see that sparkle in your eyes. Then as fast as we found each other, it's over. R.I.P. my Cousin.
I would like to express my sincere condolences on the loss of Jack Early. I will never forget the great conversation and hospitality he shared during visits to Fredericksburg, VA and Katy, Tx. Thank you for all the great memories.
My Love to you Sharon, for my thoughts and prayers are truly with you. Words can not express how much Jack will be missed by so many. I know and believe how much he loved you and how he touch so many with his infectious smile, his warm heart, and his great humor.
Dear Sharon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. I remember fondly the many wonderful times we shared. Please know that my love is with you. God Bless you all!
Hi Sharon,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 May you find comfort in God's love during this most difficult time. We love you!!
Hi Sharon you are in my prayers. I am so grateful for being Mr Early nurse.
To Sharon and the Early Family,
On behalf of Dodie, Rick,Corey and myself,we are deeply sadden by the early Transition of Jack. He was a great friend and "adopted Uncle". His life was described by the song" If I can help somebody,than my Living will not be in vain". His lagacy will live on in our hearts and minds forever.II Cor.5v8 says "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". Jack is now in his Eternal home and we will see him again. To God be the Glory.
DAD - There are just too many great memories I have of you throughout your life together as father and daughter to mention. I'm so very grateful for the ALL times we have spent together laughing at each others corny jokes (you were the only one who got them), listening to great jazz music and the list goes on and on. Rest In Peace Dad. Love You Always, Michelle
If there was a prayer that would wipe our all tears,
If there was a prayer to assure Jack's spirit continuosly linked to each of us that he has touched,
If there was a prayer to keep in our minds the fun and laughter that Sharon and Jack conjured up and shared with others,
If there was a prayer to have us LOVE the way Sharon and Jack loved by example...pure...simple..committed,
If there was a prayer, THIS IS THAT PRAYER.
Love to the Family with all of my heart, Gaynell
Uncle Jacky,
You were one of the funniest, most joyful inspiring people in my life. We all loved and cared for you from your first trip to Mount Airy to now and for always.
You were more than an Uncle to my brother Tim and me. You were a true member of the family. You were a big brother, a life coach, a friend and the inspiration for so many jokes and hilarious stores. You truly brought so much joy to all the circles that you traveled in and to all the people that you touched. Plus you were my Best Man when I got married and as always you made that event something special with your brand of humor.
Jack you will be missed, you will never be forgotten but most of all, you will always be loved.
H. Louis Hairston, Jr.
"The Earl", RIP.
Leroy Robinson
Dr. Early,
Words cannot express my sadness over the recent loss of your loving husband. Please know that you and your are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of need. May god grant you peace.
Kindly,
Danella Abdul-Barr
I remember you when we were children. You lived on Benning Road & I lived in Benning Heights. We went to' Sousa Jr. High School. My condolence to the family. Rest In Peace, Milton
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