Roger Easterly

DUNLAP Roger Lee Easterly, 54, a lifelong resident of Dunlap, went home to be with the Lord, late Tuesday afternoon, May 21, 2013.He was a well known carpenter and loved by many and loved to make them laugh. He had a passion for drag racing and was an avid gardener. Hishobbies included being a mechanic, dancing and shooting pool. He was a loving father and loved to spend time with his children and his grandchildren.He was preceded in death by grandparents, Eugene and Lillie Mae Easterly, and Charlie and Mildred Brown.He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Cheryll Smith Easterly; one daughter, Christina (Rodney); one son, Daren (Jackie); four grandchildren, Colton, Tyler, McKinley and Leland; parents, Charles M. Sr. and Hallie G. Easterly; brothers, Bo (Denise), Leroy, David(Misty); sisters, Kay Easterly, Michaelene (Kirk) Rogers, Joyce (Ben) Hardwood, Janice Easterly, Charlotte (John) O'Barr; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.Funeral services will be held Friday 2 p.m. CDT in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Dan Hamby officiating.Burial will be in Davis Chapel Cemetery with special music by Daniel and Kirk Rogers.Pallbearers will be fellow drag racers.Online condolences can be made at www.reedfamilyfh.com.In lieu of flowers donations can be made at Citizens Tri-County Bank to help with expenses.Arrangements by Standefer-Reed Funeral Home, 50 May Road, Dunlap.Family will receive friends today 1-9 p.m. CDT.