Earl Milford Irwin, age 86, a resident of Fairhope, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2021.
Earl was a retired service member of the United States Air Force, where he served for 20 years. He was photographer and owned his studio, Irwin Photography, in Fairhope, for many years. Earl was a member of the Fairhope United Methodist Church and Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce.
Earl was preceded in death by his son, David Paul Irwin; grandson, Terry Rush; and his brother, Jack Irwin.
Earl is survived by his wife of 38 years, Shelah Irwin; sons, Alan Irwin (Sandy), Mike Irwin (Robin); daughter, Lisa Surrett (Barry); grandchildren, Whitney Smith Sherrill, Wesley Smith, Kelsey Irwin Messer, Nathan Irwin, Katie Irwin, Reid Surrett; and seven great grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at the Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Home Fairhope Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caring Ministries with Fairhope United Methodist Church at www.fairhopeumc.org.
Arrangements by Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc. 19698 Greeno Road, Fairhope, Ala. 36532. 251-990-7775. www.wolfefuneralhomes.com.
