age 85 years. Born May 10, 1930 in Central City, Merrick County, Nebraska. Married Luella Mae Frazier July 24, 1951. Earl's descendants include 5 children: Earl Jr., Debbie, Mitchell, Valerie, and also Jeanette from a previous marriage. He attained 26 years military service in the Navy, Army and Air Force and served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam before retiring in 1971. He served as chief of security for the Federal Reserve Bank and spent several years in law enforcement including Sheriff of Nemaha County, NE. Earl was Past President of the Fraternal Order of Police and a lifetime member of the Plattsmouth VFW Post 2543.Preceded in death by wife Luella; daughter Debbie; grandson Jason; parents Arnot and Alice; brother Richard.Survived by children Earl Jr. (Debi), Mitchell (Sharon), Valerie (Larry Roach), Jeanette (Gary) Brewer; 6 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.Visitation Thursday, September 17th, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Friday, September 18th, 1:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Park.