David G. Earley

David Gwinnett Earley passed away on March 31,2025 in Bellingham, Washington.
Dave was born in Bellingham on April 24, 1941. Graduated from Bellingham High School, then entered the U.S. Army for electronics and radar repair. Dave married his wife, Judi, on March 31, 1965.

He ended his Army career in California, working on the engine for the LEM to the moon. Dave then moved back to Bellingham where he worked for Intalco Aluminum Co from 1966 to 1997. While in Bellingham, he and his wife raised their children, Mike and Kristi. He participated with them in school projects, band trips and horse shows. He retired in 1997 and started a new chapter working at Walt Disney World in Florida for the next 27 years. He enjoyed life to the fullest between his work and time spent playing in the theme parks with his family and friends.

Dave also had many adventures along the way. He piloted the ferry boat on Bay Lake, enjoyed time on his own sailboat, as well as time spent working with the Zodiac schooner.

David is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Judi, along with his children Michael Earley and Kristine Schermerhorn, grandchildren Megan and Trevor Earley, Alex and Ryan Schermerhorn, three great grandchildren, a sister, and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Victor and Audrey, and siblings Dan, Richard and Mary.