Of Jackson, passed away September 16, 2017 age 83. Survived by 3 children, Michael (Sandy) Jessup, Terie (Dave) Benn Jr. and Kristopher Jessup, 1 daughter-in-law, Kim Jessup, 17 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 1 brother, Larry (Ila) Jessup and 1 sister, Mary (Bill) Ritchie. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Sylvia, 1 son, Jeffery Jessup and 3 grandchildren. Earl served in the Army 82nd airborne, was a member of Brookside United Methodist Church and retired from the Department of Corrections. He was a very loving and giving father, grandfather and great grandfather. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home, Wednesday September 20, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. with Pastor Ron Brooks officiating. Burial Oakridge Cemetery, Marshall, Mi. Thursday at 11:00 A.M., visitation, Wednesday 12:00 P.M. until service time. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Brookside United Methodist Church.
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Jackson, Michigan 49201