Michael Edward Earley, age 63, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2021. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on December 18, 1957 to the late Max and Celia Earley. Michael was a 1975 graduate of West Jefferson High School and worked for the Franklin County Data Center. He enjoyed gardening, painting, flying RC planes and drones, playing guitar, and he loved cars. He was a good friend to everyone and he loved dogs, especially his beloved dogs, Dexter and Missy. Michael is survived by his son, Michael Earley, Jr.; sister, Cathy Spencer and her significant other, Jason Ellis; niece, Lauren Spencer; and best friend, Kevin Williams. A memorial service to honor his life will be held at a later.