OBITUARY
William Earl Chambers Sr.
August 27, 1935 – February 10, 2014
William Earl Chambers, Sr., 78, of Wilmington, passed away Monday, February 10, 2014. Born in Person County, NC, he was a son of the late William Roonie and Amy Elizabeth (Dunn) Chambers. He was the beloved husband of Helen Warren Chambers. He was the owner and operator of Earl Chambers Wrecker Service, Inc., where he worked alongside his son Mike and his grandson William. He was the loving father of Billy Chambers (Patsy) of Leland, Mike Chambers (Jo) of Wilmington, Jay Chambers (Jennifer) of Wilmington, Lynda Chambers (Carl) of Wilmington, Wendy Chambers of Chapel Hill, Dana Chambers Caison (Leon) of Castle Hayne, Thomas “TJ” Chambers of Columbia, SC , Sharon Bishop (Glenn) of Myrtle Beach, SC and Jay Ezzell (Jay) of Hampstead. Cherished grandfather and great grandfather of many. A visitation will be held Wednesday February 12, 2014 from 6-8pm at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, 3915 Oleander Dr., Wilmington. Graveside service will be Thursday February 13, 2014 at 2pm in Greenlawn Memorial Park, 1311 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington. Condolences to the family may be offered at www.coblewardsmithwilmington.com The staff of Coble Ward-Smith is honored to serve the family of William Earl Chambers, Sr.
Services
- Visitation Wednesday, February 12, 2014
- Graveside Service Thursday, February 13, 2014
REMEMBERING
William Earl Chambers Sr.
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RECEIVE UPDATESKristel Clark
April 11, 2014
Oh my god I just found out. Sorry so late. I loved Daddy Earl to death. I am so sorry Lynda and Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Carl Spivey
February 19, 2014
Mr. Earl is the greatest man I have ever had the privilege of knowing. Over the last 26 years he has been a prime example of what a father and a husband are supposed to be. He is the reason for so many things. Without him I would not have the love of my life and my best friend Lynda Chambers whom has given me two boys who have grown up to be young men. He has also given me a great family who I know I can count on for help and support that I consider to be brothers and sisters and not just in-laws. Through his love for fine vehicles that he has passed on in his legacy, we have developed some of the best friendships one could ever ask for, which in turn gave us a second family we can call on in time of need . We were rebuilding Lil Red in his honor and now will continue to build it in his memory. It will be a fine example of greatness that he would of been proud of as it was originally being built for him to drive. Originally I did not want him to know Lynda and I had purchased it and were in the process of building it but Lynda was able to convince me that he needed to know, for that I am now thankful. With the help of a new friend we were able to get the rendering done and gave it to him on Christmas day. During his last good weekend he did make it out to see the frame and his first response was "where is the rest of it". He commented a couple times saying he didn't know what to think about the air bags and thought it would turn out well. He always had the cleanest and nicest fleet of trucks in town and with Lil Red we will continue with that tradition. I know for sure he is now in a better place and looking down on us from above. I love you pops and you will be missed more than you could ever imagine.
Gale Fincannon
February 18, 2014
I just learned of Earl's passing into heaven today and I am totally shocked. Although my connection to Earl has also gone to heaven (Herbert Kennedy), I still felt like the Chambers family were my friends. My heart is heavy for you all and I hate that I did not find out about Earl's passing to be able to attend the services for him. The three friends, Tracy, Herbert and Earl, had a pact regarding their funerals for years and Earl was able to carry out the wishes of Tracy and Herbert and I was so moved by the bond they had and glad Earl got to carry out those wishes for them. May he Rest in Peace.
Bob & Barbara Gunter
February 16, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Juanita Greer-Sullivan
February 16, 2014
TJ please let me know if there anything you are family need. Sorry to hear about your dad. He will be missed
Holly
February 14, 2014
Never a dull moment around earl even thru his set ways he still could put a smile on your face. He had a huge heart. I have had the privilege of not only knowing him all my life but working with him at the shop. He is greatly missed and loved. I told my girls of your passing and tears rolled down my face as Malaya said he gave us m&ms and cookies and our little trucks we have mommy I said yes baby he did that was so earl all the way he loved giving the kids whatever candy or sweets he could find lol. The family is in my prayers thru this hard time. I smile thinking of one thing earl and my daddy are reunited again in heaven and I can only imagine what them two are up to :-) we love you earl
Juanita Greer-Sullivan
February 14, 2014
Your family is in our prayers. There is a lot of sad people in town. He will be miss.
Wanda Bolton
February 13, 2014
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have missed our visits at S-E Food marts over the last few years, but Still thought a lot of him. He was a special person. My thoughts & prayers are with the family.
WANDA GREER-Fulton
February 13, 2014
Love you DAD
Margie Glover
February 13, 2014
Earl Chambers was a wonderful man, his laugh, smile and the stories he shared with everyone. My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of their loving husband, father, and friend. Your loss is everyones loss.
Keith Hales
February 13, 2014
All of us at Greenfield Transmission will miss Earl greatly. The smile, stories, and the great service that always came from dealing with the Chambers family.
Kim Brown
February 13, 2014
Earl The Pearl, may your rest in peace..............
Chambers Family, please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Cheryl Holbrook
February 13, 2014
I will miss that laugh and smile. He was a Dear Friend. He will be truly missed. Prayers go out to the family..
Jeanne Musselwhite
February 13, 2014
My sympathy to the family. Earl was one of the nicest men I knew. He leaves a legacy of a great family, a successful business and many friends. He will be missed. Jeanne Musselwhite (Register's Auto Collision)
Johnny Edwards
February 13, 2014
I've known Earl most of my life , and have used his wrecker service several times , always gave me a break ,he will surely be missed , my condolences to the family...Billy when you can contact me please
February 13, 2014
Lynda and Family,I just read the Star News and saw that your Dad passed away.I know you are hurting but I know God will comfort you.He was a super person and did a great deal to help other people.He has no pain now and is finally at rest.you are all in my thoughts and I love you.Love, Billy and Wilma Hardee
Pat Jackson
February 12, 2014
So sorry to hear about-
Earl he was a great person-
He will be missed.
Pat Jackson
glen's M/S & New Hanover M/S
DAVID STOKLEY
February 12, 2014
So sorry to hear about the loss of such a great man. My heart goes out to all his family and friends.. You'll be missed Earl Chambers ..
joey willis
February 12, 2014
He was a great guy he may be gone but never be forgot
Marti Friddle
February 12, 2014
So sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers are will all of you.
Johnnie Whaley
February 12, 2014
He was a good man I enjoyed talking to him and working with him out on the roadways. He will be miss
RIP my friend
Wanda Isbill
February 12, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. Anytime I think of a wrecker service, Earl's is the first that comes to my mind. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Wanda Isbill
911 Telecommunicator
Sheri Ramsey King
February 12, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, Earl will truly be missed.
February 12, 2014
So sorry Ms.Helen, Mike,and Jo to hear of Earl. I have numerous memories of Earl's S&E's adventures, from pizza ovens to axe wedges. It was a pleasure and delight to see Earl pull in. He was special enough to receive curbside service from a 3rd shift clerk. He was a very special and great friend to my family and I. Our thoughts, condolences and deepest sympathies are with all of your family at this time. Sue and Tom
Frances Foster
February 12, 2014
Wish we could be with you at this sad time. We love you!! Frances and Rachel
Rebecca Lewis
February 12, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the family can't believe he's gone he will be missed greatly.
Saundra Weeks
February 12, 2014
Helen so sorry to learn of your loss. I have a hard time dealing with a death. There just don't seem to be a way for me to express how I feel. Sorry don't seem like it's enough. I can remind you how much GOD loves you and he will lead you thru this. I'm praying for you and all of the family.
dana chambers
February 12, 2014
MY DEAR SWEET DADDY ;THERE WILL NOT BE A DAY YOU WILL NOT BE ON MY MIND ; I AM THANKFUL YOU ARE NOT IN PAIN ANY MORE ,I WILL CHERISH YOU EACH DAY , YOUR LOOSE HAS PLACED A BIG HOLE IN MY LIFE,YOU ARE MY DAD , MY HERO , MY FRIEND . REST IN PEACE .KNOW I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND MY LOVE FOR YOU IS ENDING ; I WILL ALWAYS BE YOUR LITTLE GIRL ! I LOVE YOU DAD! love your daughter DANA JOANN CHAMBERS-CAISON AND DAVID LEON CAISON JR.
Tami Coates
February 12, 2014
You will be greatly missed Earl "Unkie Earl" to my daughters Anna Nicole & Emily Elizabeth Huff. You took us in as family many years ago & no matter the time or distance you & your family will always be a part of ours. Helen, Mike, Dana, Lynda
Jay, Billy & Patsy, our hearts feel your loss & our prayers are with you.
Love Tami, Nicole, Emily & Justin.
Pam Williams-Sidbury
February 12, 2014
I was certainly saddened to hear the news of Earl. No other company in Wilmington has ever towed a vehicle for me. He was always so good to me and to Franky. Helen, you Mike and the other family members will be in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in all the wonderful memories he left for you. Pamela Williams Sidbury
February 12, 2014
Helen, so sorry to hear about your loss & even more sorry I never got to meet your husband. My thoughts are with you. Love, Josephine Dixon Kisiah
Roger Hill
February 12, 2014
So Sorry to hear about your Lost. My Prayer's and Thought's goes out to all the family member's. He will be dearly miss. May the Lord bless your family during this hard time of a Great Man the will be Miss. He has touch many of people in our community..
connie kenney
February 12, 2014
He was a wonderful man that will be missed a great deal by so many .My prayers are with yall
Rene and Myka Hall
February 12, 2014
Thoughts and prayers from our family to yours.
Lester & Linda Hockaday
February 11, 2014
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Earl was a special person to many people and made everyone feel like family. Truly one of a kind and will be missed and remembered by all who knew him.
February 11, 2014
Still in shock. The memories I could put in writing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers,I love each one of you dearly. I know Earl and daddy are having one heck of a reunion for sure!!!!! With Deepest Sympathy, Julia,Sonya, and Cory Heustess
Melody Casteen
February 11, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time of sorrow.
Dawn & Bob Hodge
February 11, 2014
So sorry for your loss, Mr. Chambers will be missed by so many, im going to miss hearing about his wrecker stories, he sure had lots to share. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lonie Rorabaugh
February 11, 2014
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord bless you and your family at this time
Lonie Rorabaugh