Earl S. Sadler, Sr.

Earl S. Sadler Sr., 78, of Lowland passed away Sunday, December 24, 2017.

He was a member of both Dublin Grove and Wardens Grove FWB Church’s and previously served with the Gideons. He was a well-known and respected community leader and entrepreneur in the commercial fishing industry. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family and adored children.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Sadler.

He is survived by sons, Earl Sadler Jr. and wife, Merry, and Richard Manker; daughter, Joy Carrere and husband, John Jr.; five grandchildren, Earl Sadler III “Trey”, Madison Sadler, John Carrere III (Amy), Brandon Carrere (Becky) and Camron Carrere (Emily); three great-grandchildren, Emma Grace Carrere, Connor Michael Carrere and Hunter Cole Ireland; and his pet companion, Tiny.

His memorial service will be held 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 27th at Dublin Grove FWB Church with the Rev. John Carawan and Rev. Timmy Webber officiating.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the church fellowship hall.

In lieu of flowers the family suggested memorial contributions be made to Gideons International, c/o Roger Stewart, PO Box 924, Bayboro, NC 28515 or Pamlico Co. Rescue Squad, PO Box 302, Bayboro, NC 28515.