Obituaries

Daryl Wayne Earls, 72, of Florence, KY, passed away on Friday, July 3, 2026.

He was a 1971 graduate of Covington Holmes High School in Covington, KY, and attended classes at Gateway Community College. Daryl worked as a machinist with RA Jones before retiring after 35 years of service.

He really enjoyed bicycle and motorcycle riding. Daryl was a member of the Cincinnati Cycle Club, where he met his lovely wife: Kathy. He enjoyed riding with the club and motorcycling through the mountains.

Daryl was a great man and a great provider for his family. He loved them dearly, including his dogs: Roscoe and Gizmo.

Daryl was preceded in death by his parents: Frank and Elsa Earls and sister: Darlene Earls (living: Rocky) Lane.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years: Kathy Jones Earls; sons: Dustin Earls and Tyler Earls; brothers: Doug (Tammy) Earls and Dwight Earls and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial Visitation will take place on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Connley Brothers Funeral Home, 11 East Southern Avenue, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015. Interment will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family at Goshen Cemetery in Goshen, OH.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer's Association c/o alz.org.

Connley Brothers Funeral Home, Covington (Latonia), KY 41015 is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed on Facebook or at www.connleybrothersfuneralhome.com.