Daniel "Bear" Early, 74, of Stickleyville went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Johnson City Medical Center.

Daniel was born on December 21, 1951 in Stickleyville, Virginia to the late Ellis Early and June Parsons Early. Daniel was a jack of all trades wearing many hats throughout his career. He was a truck driver and farming technician for many years until his retirement. His favorite hat that he wore was husband, father, and grandfather.

Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, Mark Early.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Connie Miles Early; son, Jonathan Early; daughter, Danielle (CJ) Early; grandchildren, Mariah, Jimi Kat, Ethan, and Vivian; brother, Glen (Dianne) Early; sister, Hope (Kevin) Durham; sister in-law, Rhonda Early; along with several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at Parsons Family Cemetery in Stickleyville with Pastor Paul Davis, Jr. officiating. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery at 12:45 PM.

Daniel "Bear" Early and his family are in the care of Jones-Pennington Gap Funeral Home.