Earl Herrell, 85 of Grand Prairie, Texas passed away February 1, 2026
at his home in Grand Prairie. Graveside
services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, February 14, 2026 in Sharon Cemetery,
Drexel, MO. Services under the direction
of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel (816-657-4400). Messages of condolence may be left for the
family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Earl Milford Herrell was born
on January 7, 1941 the son of Lewis Milford and
Nora Iona (Lucas) Herrell at the Amarguia home place near Everett, MO.
He was the 5th child born to them. He joined two sisters and two brothers at
home.
Earl moved in March of 1971
to near Dallas, Texas to work with his brother Virgil, at his mechanic shop.
Later he had his own shop near Grand Prairie, TX. where he spent the rest of
his life.
He was the devoted partner to Vandylene Perdue for 41 wonderful years, sharing countless
adventures together, including road trips to their favorite casinos, where they
enjoyed gambling and the thrill of chance.
Besides his
parents, Earl was preceded in death by his partner Vandylene Perdue on March
27, 2025; his brother, Floyd A. Herrell; and a brother Virgil Herrell.
Earl is
survived by his 2 sisters, Opal Wiskur of Raymore, MO and Hazel Moreau of
Lenexa, KS; His partner’s
two sons, Billy Perdue and his wife Janet, of Texas and Rodney Perdue and his
wife Nichole, of Washington, along with several other relatives and a
host of friends.
