George W. Earley Jr. of Marlborough, Ct died November 5th 2020 after a valiant show of
strength, dignity and humor in his extended fight against cancer. He was a kind,
generous man who had a gift for making others laugh and feel good about themselves.
He was man of many talents: an artist, fisherman, sportsman, singer, woodworker,
musician and master storyteller and was never at a loss for words.
The first-born child of George and Rita (Tranfalia) Earley, he led a full, diverse life that
began living in a large extended family he adored in Brookline, Ma. Bright, social and
industrious even as a boy, he sang soprano with the Boston symphony, delivered
flowers for Flannigan’s and helped in his Uncle Muldoon’s doughnut shop. He joined the
Air Force and served in the Korean War before he went on to earn his degrees from
Boston University. He became the youngest vice president of Sears and continued his
career in operations and distribution senior management for several companies that
included Sears, Rick’s Stop & Shop, Sound Playground, Lechmere, Leiser, and Alvin. A
natural with children, George sponsored several youth projects during his career,
served on the Andover Hebron Marlborough Youth Service board and several
community town boards. His favorite charity was St Jude’s Research Hospital.
After a brief retirement his outgoing nature and curious, indomitable spirit needed more
than woodworking, painting and cooking. He accepted a retirement job at Liberty Mutual
and met many wonderful friends he treasured. He loved being the grandpa, mentor and
Mr. Fix-it in the office. It was in retirement he found his favorite role as a justice of the
peace and considered it a great honor to be part of couples’ special day.
He was a man with a big personality and even bigger heart who will be remembered for
his charm and willingness to help others and for the sense of humor that never failed
him. He will be sorely missed by his “bride” of 33 years, Linda, his constant golden
retriever companion, Cali, his family and the many friends who became family over the
years.
Due to COVID, a memorial service for George will be held in early summer of 2021 to
celebrate his life and share fond memories and stories.
