Earl T. Adcock

earl adcock

February 19, 1940 ~ December 14, 2023

Born in: Brooklyn, New York
Resided in: Taylorville, Illinois

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Earl T. Adcock, 83, of Taylorville, passed away on December 14, 2023, at his home with his family by his side.

Earl was born February 19, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Caleb Alexander and Appolonia Marie (Stiel) Adcock.  In his youth, his family relocated to Hettick, IL, where he would graduate from high school.  Earl went on to proudly serve our country in the United States Marine Corps.

On October 16, 1968, he married Sandra “Sue” McIntyre in Taylorville, and they have enjoyed 55 years of marriage. Earl retired from Georgia Pacific after many years of service.  He was generous to everyone.  His favorite pastime was helping friends and family with whatever task needed done. It was not uncommon for Earl to start mowing his own yard and finish by mowing all of the neighbors’ yards too.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Gayle E. Johnson; and sister-in-law, Ann Profrock.

Earl is survived by his wife, Sandra “Sue” Adcock of Taylorville; children, Keith E. (Diana) Adcock of Arkansas, Suzanna (Jeffrey) Adcock-Orlin of California, and Clint (Becky) Adcock of Taylorville; grandchildren, Hailey and Caleb Adcock, both of Taylorville; sister-in-law, Ellen Umberger of Taylorville; many nieces and nephews; Best Friend, Junior Workman; and his faithful companions, Lucy and Midnight, who never left his side.

Memorial contributions are suggested to: American Cancer Society, or American Diabetes Association.

Private ceremonies will be held at Camp Butler National Cemetery in Springfield.

The family has entrusted Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home in Taylorville with ceremonies.

Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to share memories of Earl, or to offer condolences to his family.

Services

Private Graveside Ceremony:

Camp Butler National Cemetery
5063 Camp Butler Road
Springfield, IL 62707

Add to My Calendar America/Chicago 1970-01-01 00:00:00 1970-01-01 00:00:00 EarlT.AdcockPrivate Graveside Ceremony Private Graveside Ceremony 5063 Camp Butler Road,Springfield, IL 62707

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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Earl T. Adcock 's name.

American Cancer Society

PO Box 42040

Oklahoma City,

OK

73123-3000

American Diabetes Association

PO Box 7023

Merrifield,

VA

22116

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  1. I worked with Earl for many years at GP. He was a good man and a lot of fun to work with. Prayers for the family.

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  2. Light a CandleI can’t begin to describe how grateful I was to have Earl as my neighbor. I grew up next door. After several years I returned to Taylorville and bought the home next to where I grew up. So, again Earl was my neighbor. He helped my sister and I frequently when my mom got ill. Many times it took us 3 to get her out of bed and into the car. He mowed all of our lawns for which we were greatful for, especially me when I was down with COVID the summer of 2020. The neighborhood lost a great man, friend and neighbor. I’ll sure miss seeing him out in the yard. My prayers to you all at this very difficult time.

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  3. Light a CandleWas sorry to read about Earls passing. I used to work at Sunkist Cleaners and he would stop by and give everyone a hard time(jokenly) was a great guy.it is definitely a small world after reading the obit Sue I remember you cause went to school with your sister.prayers for the family during time like this

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  4. Light a CandleI am so sorry to hear of Earl’s passing. I always enjoyed seeing him when he would come into the pharmacy. He was always so nice. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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  5. Earl was one of my regulars at Rene’s drug store in the 90’s. He was always so kind and left us with a smile. Prayers to his family and friends.

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  6. My daughter April and I worked at Golden Corral many years ago with Clint. Earl would stop by daily to say hi. He always had a smile to share with all of us. So very sorry to hear about his passing. Prayers to his whole family. Sue (Miller) Klaus

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  9. Light a CandleI’m so heartbroken that Earl left this earth. He loved nothing more than teasing me every single time I saw him. He always had the best laugh and a smile on his face. He loved watching his grandkids more than anything at everything they did from sports to parades and you could see the pride on his face every single time. God speed Earl. I will miss you so much!!

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  11. A truly good person has left a mark on many. So happy our paths crossed. When I think of you, I smile. Memories will always be there. Thank you

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  12. I’m so sorry Becky for your family’s loss. Earl would always go out of his way to say hi and talk a bit when our paths would cross. It’s a shame that there are not more men like Earl and my dad because they set the standard of what it really means to be a husband/father/man that future generations could look up to!

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