Earl Russell Belk, 93 of Jasper was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 24. Born on April 5, 1932 to Arthur D. Belk and Polly Belk, Earl lived a long and full life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. He was married to the love of his life Charlotte A. Rich Belk for 61 years, a partnership marked by devotion, laughter, and unwavering support. Together they built a home filled with warmth and cherished memories. Earl proudly served his country in the United States Army and attended Baptist Hill Church in Jasper. He later retired from TVA, where he worked as a skilled carpenter, known for his craftsmanship and dedication. A man who loved the outdoors and staying busy, Earl enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, tinkering with projects, mowing, and riding his side-by-side. His hands were rarely still and his heart was always open. Above all, Earl treasured time spent with his family. His greatest joy came from being surrounded by those he loved. Earl leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and steadfast love. His presence will be deeply missed, but his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Earl is preceded in death by his father Arthur D. Belk, mother Polly Belk, as well as nine brothers and sisters.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife Charlotte Rich Belk, son Lee (Rebecca) Belk, daughter Robin (Eddie) York, grandchildren Brandon (Marygrace) York, Brittany (Ryan) Friedrich, Heath Belk and Lauren (Hayden) Holland, great grandchildren Savannah and Hudson York, Easton Friedrich and Ava Holland, as well as special caretaker and friend Michelle Stone.
Visitation was on Thursday, February 26 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Friday, February 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tate Funeral Home in Jasper.
Funeral services were also hosted on Friday, February 27 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Tate Funeral Home in Jasper, with Roger Webb who officiated.
Military Honors were presented by the Sequatchie Valley Honor Guard.
Earl was laid to rest on Friday, February 27 at Sequatchie Valley Memorial Gardens in Jasper immediately after the funeral services were held.
Pallbearers were Brandon York, Heath Belk, Ryan Friedrich, Hayden Holland, Ray Stephens and Ray Blevins.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Tate Funeral Home, LLC, 950 Mel Dixon Lane, Jasper, Tennessee 37347, 423-942-9500.
The Marion Tribune – March 5, 2026