Earl Martin Dunlap, Jr.

Earl Dunlap went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 26, 2024. Born on June 30, 1959 in Chester County, he was the son of the late Earl M. Dunlap, Sr. and Hazel L. Dunlap.

He was a respected and cherished husband, dad, pop-pop, and friend to many. Earl had a love for Jesus Christ, his family, friends, and church family with a big heart for helping others. In his early years, he spent much of his time working on hot rods, riding dirt bikes, and enjoying the freedom of the open road on his motorcycle. Later he loved making frequent trips with family and friends to his cabin in Raystown and to his sister's beach cabin in Cape May, NJ.

Earl worked as a maintenance mechanic at Johnson Matthey for 40 years where he made lifelong friendships and faithfully provided for his family.

An active member of his church community, Earl found joy in helping children at Awana and sharing the message of Jesus. His faith was a cornerstone of his life, and he made it a point to share God's love with everyone he could. His compassion extended beyond his immediate circle, as he was also recently involved with the Manna Ministry, helping to feed those in need in his community.

Earl was a man who truly loved his family, always savoring time spent together over a good meal or a shared story. His warmth, kindness, and unwavering faith touched the lives of everyone he met.

He was preceded in death by his father Earl M. Dunlap, Sr., mother Hazel L. Dunlap, and sister, Kathie A. Heckert. He is survived by his wife Donna L. Dunlap, three sons Earl M. Dunlap III (Brittany), Zachary A. Dunlap (Jasmine), Joshua L. Dunlap, along with his grandson Easton R. Dunlap, as well as his sister Lorie E. Dunlap and his brother Lawrence J. Dunlap (Susan).

He will be deeply missed, but his spirit, kindness, and love will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.

A Celebration of Earl's life will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM at New London Baptist Church, 226 Pennocks Bridge Rd., West Grove, PA 19390 followed by interment at the Glen Run Baptist Cemetery, 641 Lantz Road, Atglen, PA 19310. Family and friends are also invited to attend the viewing at the church from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to New London Baptist Church at the above address.

Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com