Ralph K. Earley Sr.

Ralph Keith Earley, Sr., 84, of Independence, MO passed away May 27, 2005 at St. Mary�s Manor. A visitation will be held from 1-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel. The service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at the chapel. Burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Ralph was born on February 13, 1921 in Sedalia, MO to William B. and Emma Earley. He was a veteran of the United States Army having been awarded two Bronze Stars, as well as the Croix de Guerre Braid. Ralph was a carpenter, employed by his father for many years, as well as at Sears and the Kansas City Museum, where his carpentry skills can still be seen. He also received numerous awards for his ceramic painting. Ralph was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America. He was preceded in death by his two daughters, Mary Earley and Betty May Morris. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marie T. Earley; one son, Ralph "Butch� Earley, Jr.; one daughter, Ann Kendall; 15 grandchildren; and 32 great grandchildren.