Loving husband of Alice L. Smith; beloved son of the late Callie and Aurelia Smith; devoted father of Diane Wheeler, Duane Smith, and Scott Smith; cherished grandfather of Katherine (Brian) Turntine and Ellie Smith; treasured great-grandfather of Ryleigh Elizabeth Turntine; dear brother of Luan Downen. Earl is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. He is preceded in death by his sister Arlayne Greiman. Memorials may be made to Fairmount General Baptist Church