A graveside service for Earl Stinson, age 89, of May, Texas will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at the Littlefield Cemetery in Littlefield, Texas under the direction of Heartland Funeral Home of Early.
Earl George Stinson was born on August 2, 1926 in Carter, Oklahoma to Reuben M. And Ida Osborn Stinson. He grew up in the Olton Community and served in the United States Army during WW II. Mr. Stinson received his B.A. degree from Texas Tech University and his M.A. degree from Arizona State University. He was married to Jane Wheeler in Olton and she preceded him in death. Mr. Stinson taught Journalism in Tyler, El Paso and Phoenix before retiring. After moving to North Lake Brownwood he was very active in The Fisherman’s Chapel Church.Survivors include his son David Stinson of Phoenix, AZ; his brother Spud Stinson of Coleman; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter Eunice Stinson and by two infant daughters Laura and Nancy Stinson.
Heartland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
