Submitted by Bill Norvell 1965 <w.norvell@att.net>
on 03/Dec/2023
184.88.213.148
Robert J. Earley, aged 88, peacefully departed this world on
Friday, November 24, 2023, surrounded by his family at
Wesley Health Care Center. Born on March 28, 1935, in
Newburgh, NY, he was the son of the late Henry E. Earley and
Dorothy E. Knapp Earley. Robert was employed by Central
Hudson Gas & Electric in the Newburgh area for many
years before retiring. He was signed by the Brooklyn Dodgers
shortly after graduating high school and was best known for
throwing a 90 mph left handed pitch from 1953-1955. He was
an avid sports fan and a proud member of the Elks. He
enjoyed visiting Lake George in the summertime and Myrtle
beach during the winter months but his greatest joy was
always found in the company of his family and friends. He is
survived by his beloved wife, Ruth Hart Earley, with whom he
shared more than 50 joyful years. He leaves behind daughters
Kathi McAndrews (Mark) and Krystie Richardson (Bobby), a
sister Janice Brumbaugh, and a host of grandchildren: Kayla
Verginio (Mike), Tyler McAndrews, Robbie Roberts, Janelle
Roberts, and Jamie Roberts. Additionally, he is remembered
by his niece Michelle Mustain and nephew Billy Cory, as well
as numerous friends who will forever miss his sense of humor
and humble spirit. In accordance with the family's wishes,
there will be no calling hours or service at this time. -
March 28, 1935 ~ November 24, 2023 (age 88)
Robert J. Earley, aged 88, peacefully departed this world on
Friday, November 24, 2023, surrounded by his family at
Wesley Health Care Center. Born on March 28, 1935, in
Newburgh, NY, he was the son of the late Henry E. Earley and
Dorothy E. Knapp Earley. Robert was employed by Central
Hudson Gas & Electric in the Newburgh area for many
years before retiring. He was signed by the Brooklyn Dodgers
shortly after graduating high school and was best known for
throwing a 90 mph left handed pitch from 1953-1955. He was
an avid sports fan and a proud member of the Elks. He
enjoyed visiting Lake George in the summertime and Myrtle
beach during the winter months but his greatest joy was
always found in the company of his family and friends. He is
survived by his beloved wife, Ruth Hart Earley, with whom he
shared more than 50 joyful years. He leaves behind daughters
Kathi McAndrews (Mark) and Krystie Richardson (Bobby), a
sister Janice Brumbaugh, and a host of grandchildren: Kayla
Verginio (Mike), Tyler McAndrews, Robbie Roberts, Janelle
Roberts, and Jamie Roberts. Additionally, he is remembered
by his niece Michelle Mustain and nephew Billy Cory, as well
as numerous friends who will forever miss his sense of humor
and humble spirit. In accordance with the family's wishes,
there will be no calling hours or service at this time. -
March 28, 1935 ~ November 24, 2023 (age 88)