David Earl Vernon, Jr., 71, went to his home in Glory to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. He was surrounded with lots of love and family.

He was born May 13, 1954 in Wilmington, the son of David Earl Vernon, Sr. and Martha Blanton Vernon. In addition to his parents, David Earl was preceded in death by his brother, Dwight Wade Veron; and sisters, Zadie Mae Hall and Martha Ann Robinson.

David Earl is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Rose Vernon; daughter, Marcia Woodcock (Jeff); son, David Perry Vernon (Shannon); stepchildren, Earl Moore (Melanie), Karen Smith (Eric), Tara Strickland (Robert), and Joshua Myers; 15 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; brother, Jesse R. Vernon (Karen); special friend, Jimmy Meeks; many nieces, nephews, and friends, all who loved David Earl. Not to be forgotten are David Earl's fur babies, Duke, Lily, Little Bit, and Clara, all who were his constant companions.

David Earl was a faithful member and trustee at Currie Community Baptist Church where he also often took care of lawn maintenance as well other church duties. His strong Christian faith was a beacon and ray of sunshine to others.

David Earl enjoyed family gathering with lots of good food to eat, sitting on his front porch facing the church, and listening to country music. Family was everything to David Earl and he was a loving husband, Grandpa Earl and Papa to grandkids, helpful brother and loyal friend. His presence in our lives will surely be missed and forever remembered.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Currie Community Church, 28396 NC Hwy 210, Currie, NC with Pastor Eric Hutchins conducting the service. The family will receive friends following the service.

Shared memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.quinnmcgowen.com

A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.