Benjamin Michel Earle

passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2012 on Bainbridge Island, Washington. He was born on February 4, 1977 and was 35 years of age.Nobody can truly understand the intense highs and lows that ultimately defined Ben's life. His life was like an un finished jigsaw puzzle, locked inside trunk of magic tricks, wrapped in a charming smile. In his own right Ben was an inventor, craftsman, canine rights advocate, snowboarder and ladies man - if you asked Ben, there was nothing he couldn't do.Ben struggled with a chronic illness for many years and on Saturday the 7th of July he lost the fight.He was a true original; quick witted, lion hearted, stylish, open minded and handsome. Ben impacted many people in his lifetime and his unique spirit will never be forgotten.Ben is survived by his daughter Jenna Earle and her mother Kari Bradley, his parents Catherine Michel and Dave Snider, Guy Earle and Kathy Earle and Grandfather George Michel. He will be missed by his siblings, Andrew and Hannah Earle, Phil Earle, Rebecca Earle, Sara Mankowski and Andrew Snider. In addition, Ben leaves behind a large extended family and network of friends who love him.Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Memorial Service on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at Rollingbay Presbyterian Church at 11:00 AM.In lieu of flowers please contribute to Jenna's scholarship fund at any Bank of America branch (UTMA Jenna Bentley Earle)