<div>On August 5th 2025, our lives were changed forever. Two beautiful young girls, Celeste and Elissa lost their loving father and Cristal lost her lifetime partner far too soon. Ernie was just not a loving dad, he was also a husband and only son. At only 36 years young, he was full of life, laughter, and love, with so many dreams left to share and accomplish with and for his daughters, wife and family. His passing was sudden and unexpected, leaving his family heartbroken and unprepared as Cristal dedicated herself to being a full time mother and wife as he requested so they can raise their girls full time. Ernie knew that having his wife by his side as his biggest supporter would not only benefit his daughters but she also now has become his mother's supporter as she is currently fighting breast cancer.

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<div>He was more than just a regular dad — he was a girl dad that dedicated himself in being their hero, their protector, and their biggest supporter. Whether it was cheering from the sidelines during Celeste's soccer games or helping Elissa become stronger at Taekwondo, he was always a present father. They loved going to their Dodger games and take family trips to ride their dirt bikes and go off roading. Ernie's greatest joy and biggest blessing was being their father.

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<div>Now, these sweet girls are facing a future without Ernie. Alongside the unimaginable grief, there are the practical challenges of covering funeral costs, providing for their day-to-day needs (Celeste is starting her senior year and Elissa will finish her last year in middle school) and ensuring they can still pursue the opportunities Ernie wanted for them.

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<div>We are asking for your kindness and support to help ease the financial burden during this heartbreaking time. Every contribution - no matter how small - will help give these girls some stability, comfort, and a bit of light in this dark moment.If you can't donate, please consider sharing this page so that others who may wish to help can see their story.

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<div>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for keeping Celeste and Elissa, Cristal and his family in your thoughts and prayers.

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