Obituary of Earl B. Padlo

Earl B. Padlo, also known to friends as "Duke" age 79 of Chadds Ford, PA passed away on January 24, 2023 at home. Born in Philadelphia, Earl resided over 20 years in Chadds Ford, previously residing in Philadelphia. Earl was a firefighter for the City of Philadelphia for 37 years retiring in 1999. He was a member of Firefighters Union Local 22. He enjoyed music, was a car enthusiast and an avid woodworker, building display cases, cabinets, shelving and other items for family and friends. Known as a very generous person, Earl enjoyed helping others. In addition to his parents, Walter and Anna Cunningham Padlo, Earl is preceded in death by 2 brothers, Walter and William Padlo. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carol A. Saunders Padlo, 2 daughters, Melinda (John) Bundonis and Michelle (Jon) Zajack, a brother, James (Patricia) Padlo and 2 grandchildren, Nicholas and Christopher Carangi and many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Saturday, 9-10AM at the Pagano Funeral Home, 3711 Foulk Rd., Garnet Valley, PA followed by a Funeral Liturgy at 10:00AM. Interment Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill, PA. Donations in his memory may be made to Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation (Jbjsf.org). Online condolences may be made by visiting www.paganofuneralhome.com