Michael Anthony Earl, 19, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026. He is survived by his loving mother, Jessica L. Aiken of East Brookfield; his girlfriend Destiny Torrey of East Longmeadow; his sister Kora DesPlaines of Barre; his aunt Rebecca J. Millette and her husband Daniel of East Brookfield; his uncle Jeremy Aiken of East Brookfield; his cousins: Caleb M. Aiken of East Brookfield and Marrissa Sypeck of Sturbridge; his employers Timothy and Cindy Dugas; and all of the staff at the Clam Box and Howards restaurants. His grandparents Norman and Barbara (Smart) predeceased him.

Michael was born in Southbridge and raised in East Brookfield where he graduated from East Brookfield Elementary School and then David Prouty High School in Spencer. He was active in Boy Scout Troop 238 when he was younger, he enjoyed working with his Clam Box and Howards family, loved country music, playing Xbox and could always be found outside fishing. Spending time with Destiny and his family and friends was most important to Michael. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

All are invited to his calling hours on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 4-7pm at Varnum Funeral Home, 43 East Main Street, West Brookfield, MA 01585 with a celebration of his life to begin at 7pm in the funeral home. Burial will be private. Memorial donations in Michael’s memory may be made to: East Brookfield Fire Department and EMS, 273 East Main Street, East Brookfield, MA 01515 or to: Boy Scout Troop 238, Po Box 30, East Brookfield, MA 01515.