William Thompson Earle

William “Squirrel” Thompson Earle, 71, of Jennings, Louisiana, was born on September 17, 1954, to Beverly and John Edward Earle. He departed this life on January 10, 2026.

William made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ and was a devoted Pentecostal Christian.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Beverly Earle; his father, John Edward Earle; and his brother, John Earle.

He is survived by his beloved son, Jacob Andrew Davis, and daughter-in-law, Jessica Davis; and his six cherished grandchildren: Izzy, Will, Aubrey, Allie, Morgan, and Montgomery. William was the second of seven children, his surviving siblings include Christine, Gail, Roxie, Mona and Jo Ann. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, who affectionately knew him as “WeWe.”

Above all, William loved his family. He loved big, laughed often, and lived proudly as a father and Paw Paw. He was deeply proud of Jacob, Jessica, and his grandchildren, and he never missed an opportunity to brag about them or speak of them with joy.

William was a carpenter by trade and proudly built many projects throughout southeast Louisiana. He was an adventurous outdoorsman who deeply loved nature and carried a true Cajun spirit. He was an excellent cook, especially known for his Cajun dishes.

William “Squirrel” Earle will be remembered for his strong faith, hardworking hands, generous heart, and unwavering love for his family. His legacy lives on through those he loved and those who loved him.

Funeral Service for William “Squirrel” Thompson Earle will be held Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1 PM Central Time at Foster-Toler Curry Funeral Home with Bro. Cliffton Sullivan officiating.  Burial to follow in the Davis Family Cemetery in Green County.

The family has requested visitation on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 5 PM-8 PM Central Time at Foster-Toler Curry Funeral Home and after 7 AM on Saturday until time of the service.

Pallbearers: Will Davis, Isaiah Gilbert, Corey Gary, Cooper WainWright, Michael Hessig, Mike Vincent

Honorary Pallbearers: Shelly Houchens, Rowena Owens, Rochelle Stallard, Katie Stallard

The family has requested that expressions of sympathy be donations to the burial fund. These can be made at the funeral home.