Ernie spent 2 years active duy in the US Marine Corp at Camp Pendleton, California. He then served in the reserves for 4 years.
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Married in Waukegan, Illinois in 1958 to Bonnie Sue Carlock. Lived in Zion, Illinois until 1967.
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Within the first 10 years of marriage, had three daughters whom he loved dearly. Was always so proud to be a good dad.
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Ernie always took part in birthday parties and holidays. Enjoyed playing with his children and then his grandchildren.
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Ernie loved to race the youngsters and could still win well into his 50's. He was proud of the fact he could still do a back flip at age 60.
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Ernie enjoyed taking many vacations with his wife and her two sisters. Traveled all over the US over the years coast to coast.
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Ernie truly enjoyed going to Arlington Park Race Track in Arlington Heights, Illinois when he lived in Illinois. He liked to take his daughters and then his grandchildren to the races.
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Christmas was always a wonderful time for family gatherings to celebrate the birth of Christ.
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After 26 years of Industrial Catering, weddings, sporting events and company picnics, Ernie retired. He never missed a single day due to illness.
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Ernie and Bonnie were married for 44 years. He will be sorely missed and will always be loved.
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