Earl William Eshleman, 102, longtime resident of North Platte, died Monday, October 26, 2020.

Earl was born in a shack in the sandhills on July 14, 1918 and was the only child of William Henry and Clara Louise (Steel) Eshleman. Earl grew up on a ranch north of North Platte. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1935 at age 16. He joined the Army from 1945-1946.

Earl was a rancher that enjoyed dancing and playing cards. He married Helene (Beanie) Sanders at the North Platte courthouse on August 19, 1940.

Earl is survived by a son, William (Diane) Eshleman of North Platte; granddaughter, Tamina Hartman of North Platte; two great grandsons, Keagan and Brody Hartman.

He was preceded in death by his wife Helene on May 3, 2012; son, Thomas; great granddaughter Esperanza Hartman.

A private family graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m., Friday, October 30, 2020 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.