Our hearts are broken as we say goodbye to Ernest — a hardworking man, a devoted father, and someone who loved his children more than anything in this world. Everything he did was for his kids. He worked hard, sacrificed quietly, and carried the kind of love only a father can give. If you knew Ernest, you also knew his passion for the Yankees. Win or lose, he wore that pride proudly. It was part of who he was — loyal, passionate, and full of heart.

Losing him so suddenly has left his family not only grieving emotionally, but struggling with the unexpected costs of giving him the proper farewell he deserves. The funds raised will be used to pay for Ernest's funeral and burial, helping to ease the financial burden on his children and family during this incredibly difficult time.

We are asking for any help possible to assist with funeral expenses and to help ease the burden on the children and family he loved so deeply. No donation is too small, and even simply sharing this means more than words can express. Thank you for helping us honor Ernest’s life, his love, and the legacy he leaves behind through his children.