Ernest was born January 12, 1950 in Odessa, TX.  He went to meet his Heavenly Father on June 9, 2023.  He met the love of his life, Becky, in October 2013 and they married under the Cross at Sagemont Church in March 2014.  He loved to garden, travel and spend time with Becky. Another favorite pastime was reading his Bible and watching Billy Graham sermons.  He leaves behind many family members and friends who loved him very much and will be greatly missed.