Earl Jerome McGuire

Earl J. McGuire, age 100, of Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of Jackson, Michigan, passed peacefully into eternal rest. He was born in Davenport, Iowa and lived a life marked by service, dedication, and quiet strength.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Arlene McGuire; his son, Michael McGuire; and his grandson, Matthew McGuire.

He is survived by his son, David McGuire and wife Debra; grandsons David McGuire II and wife Johanna, Ryan McGuire, and Sean McGuire; and his great-grandson, Cameron McGuire, along with extended family and friends who will deeply miss him.

A proud member of the Greatest Generation, Earl served during the Second World War in the United States Army Air Corps aboard B-24 Liberators in the South Pacific. He was an active member of the 307th Bomb Group Association and the 13th Air Force Association and attended many reunions, including one this past summer in Kansas.

Following his military service, Earl worked more than 40 years as a welder for Aeroquip, a division of Eaton Corporation. Specializing in aerospace rare gas welding, his skilled craftsmanship contributed to civilian, military, and space flight applications — quite literally helping reach the moon and back.

He will be remembered for his patriotism, dedication, and deep love of family.

In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Project Recover @ projectrecover.org. Helping to bring our MIA service members from past conflicts home.