Uncle Clair Heads Home

Our beloved Uncle Clair headed back home to loved ones waiting for him on the other side tonight.  So many people loved and admired Uncle Clair and we were all blessed to be able to call him family.  There will be a hole left in our family tree, but the stories and memories of his goodness will continue to grow.

Here is his obituary:

Clair F. Earl (1933 - 2011)

Clair Frehner Earl (78), passed away in his Reno, Nevada home on December 14, 2011. Clair was born in Overton, Nevada to Milton and Erma (Frehner) Earl. He attended the University of Nevada, Brigham Young University, and the University of Oregon Dental School. Dr. Earl practiced dentistry in Reno for more than 47 years. He was a dedicated member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was actively involved in many organizations, including Boy Scouts of America, Family Promise of Reno/Sparks, Interfaith Ministers Association and Nevada State Dental Association. Clair was known for his love of family, genuine kindness, and faithful service in the Church and community.

Clair is survived by Mildred, his loving wife of 55 years; 11 children (Lance [Debbie], Deena Fausett [Kirk], Tyler [Debra], Cordel [Mikki], Blake [Leah], Ryan [Cyndi], Cameron [Deborah], Mauri, Bryce [Shauna], Deverie Johnson [Eric], DeLana Rowley [Brian]); 52 grandchildren; two sisters, Eula Mae Judd and Janice Whipple, and brother, Gary.

A funeral service will be held at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints chapel on 1095 Golconda Drive (Golconda and Sharon Way) on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 12:00 noon. Viewing will be from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 and 10:00 a.m to 11:00 a.m. on December 22, 2011 at the same location.