Earle L. Carner, age 93, of Waterloo, stepped into glory on Thursday, March 30, 2017 at ManorCare Health Services as his old heart and kidneys were just worn out.

He was born on May 3, 1923 in New Hampton; the son of Earle L. & Mildred (Decker) Carner. He graduated from Quasqueton High School and was the last surviving member of the class of 1940, he later attended John Fletcher Bible School. Earle served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.

Earle married Marlys Lay on October 10, 1942 in Waterloo; she preceded him in death on March 20, 2008

He worked at Rath Packing Co., and then drove truck for various companies including Gamble-Robinson, and later worked at the Waterloo Street Department for the City of Waterloo for 16 years, retiring in 1985. He was a member of the Municipal Labor Union, Disabled American Veterans, and was an active member at Hagerman Baptist Church. Earle was a deacon at Hagerman Baptist, he taught Sunday School, and sang both solos and in the choir at church and also sang in several quartets.

He enjoyed reading the dictionary for years, which paid off when he filled out daily crossword puzzles. One of Earle’s greatest joys was his personal relationship with Jesus. Earle had a great memory, and never forgot anybody. He loved to get to know people and carry on conversations, he also enjoyed traveling.

Earle was survived by three children: Donna (Forrest) Voss of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, David (Lois) Carner, of Readlyn, Iowa, and Roberta (Larry) Lowe of Mt. Airy, MD and; five grandchildren, Brian Voss, Monica Carner, Josh Carner, Jenny Smithson, and Betsy Teets; and by ten great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Marlys; a grand-daughter, Tonya Voss; and several cherished aunts, uncles and cousins.