Obituaries

George H. Ernst, III, 75

September 25, 1945 - June 16, 2021

George H. Ernst, III, went to heaven on Wednesday, June 16, 2021. He passed away from natural causes at Lancaster General Hospital at the age of 75 years. He was a loving husband and father.

George is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Donna (Miller) Ernst. They would have celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 24th.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lori M. Ernst, in 1978.

At George’s request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of both George and Lori may be offered to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, P O Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125, or to Otterbein United Methodist Church, 20 East Clay Street, Lancaster, PA 17602.

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Condolences to the Family

June 22, 2021

Dearest Donna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
With my love and friendship,
Jo Miller

June 21, 2021

Dear Donna, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayer is to give you strength and peace going thru this.
carole Bosler (thrive)

June 21, 2021

Donna,
My deepest condolences on the loss of George.  Sending you all of my love and prayers for comfort and peace during this time.  
Stefani Mastromatteo

June 19, 2021

Dear Donna,Our hearts reach out to you with deepest sympathy.  We were so Blessed to have know George.  Love, hugs and prayers for you now, and always, dear friend. 

June 18, 2021

Donna
  I am thinking about you during this difficult time. Many years of adoration and love for the two of you I am sure
peace and love 
Tony Shipka

June 18, 2021

Dear Donna:We are so sorry to hear of George’s passing.  You have been such an amazing strength to him and we are glad to know that you know he is happy with Lori in Heaven.  We love you dearly and pray for strength and comfort to be yours in the coming days and weeks ahead.  
We love you, Donna
Marlene, Bill, Stefan, Kristin, Taryn and Erin Schuck

June 18, 2021

In loving memory we send our condolences. Even though miles
separated us, the bond of family was always there. May you rest
in peace. With ever lasting love, Tom

June 18, 2021

Donna, our heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your husband George. You faithful & loveingly cared for him during various health issues over many years. May you sense God’s presence peace & comfort.Love & blessings,
Suzy & Al Harding

June 18, 2021

Donna,
My condolences on George’s passing. You are in my thoughts.
 
Marty

June 18, 2021

Donna, I am so sorry. My love and prayers go out to you. Hugs, Nan

June 18, 2021

How thankful we are to have had the privilege of knowing George. His many interests and passions made him a uniquely wonderful person.   For our dear friend, his giving and compassionate wife, Donna, we offer our deepest sympathy, support and love.  
Joani and Ty Greiner

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