Thomas Bruce Earl, 65, of Mitchell, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was born October 20, 1960, to Raymond and Rita Porter Earl.

Thomas graduated from Bedford-North Lawrence High School and worked at Fibertech. He liked to fish and enjoyed outdoor activities.

Surviving to cherish Thomas' memory is his half-sister, Samantha Earl and her mother, Mary Delpha of Bedford; brother, Timothy Earl of Bedford; several nieces and nephews; aunt, Linda; his significant other, Ruth Buschard; and friend, Lionel Hanners.

Preceding Thomas in death were his parents, Raymond and Rita Earl; his grandparents, Clara and Marshall Earl and Hady E. and Nelle D. Porter; and his aunt, Maude Newland.

No services will be held and a private burial will take place at the White River Baptist Cemetery, Bedford, IN.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne Family Funeral Homes to assist with funeral expenses. Contributions can be made online at www.ThorneFunerals.com.

Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.ThorneFunerals.com.