Bradlee R. Ernst's Obituary
Decatur – Bradlee R. Ernst, 61, of Decatur passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2015 in his home.
Services to celebrate Bradlee’s life will be held at 11am Thursday, June 11, 2015 at Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Visitation will be from 6pm-8pm Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be directed to C/O The Ernst Family.
Bradlee was born August 19, 1953 in Flora, Illinois, the son of Charles L. and Kathryn A. (Galentine) Ernst. Bradlee worked for Crown, Cork and Seal as a mechanic for many years. On July 3, 1985, he married the love of his life, Patty Maynard in Decatur, IL. They shared 26 wonderful years together. She preceded him in death on February 10, 2011. Bradlee was a member of the Sunnyside Road Church of Christ of Decatur. He enjoyed music, playing pool, and most of all, spending time with his family.
Bradlee leaves behind his daughter, Jacquelyn (Jack) Ernst-Walker of Decatur, IL; sons, Douglas Ernst of Springfield, IL; Jonathan (Shelby Wilson) Ernst of Wichester, KY; stepson, Jessie Hadley of Diamond, IL; brother, Lyndell (Kim) Ernst, of Decatur, IL; sister, Jill (Sammy) Bova of Tiki Island, TX; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; three nieces; and a special friend.
Bradlee was preceded in death by his wife, Patty Ernst, and his father, Charles L. Ernst.
The family of Bradlee R. Ernst is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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