Ernest Lee Bratcher, Jr.'s Obituary
Decatur – Ernest Lee Bratcher, Jr, 71, of Danville, formerly of Decatur, IL, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019, in Chicago.
Ernest was born January 12, 1948, in Decatur, IL, the son of Ernest Lee and Beverly (Richardson) Bratcher, Sr. He was an Army veteran and worked as a union painter.
Ernest is survived by his loving sister, Sharon Weller and brother-in-law and best pal, John Weller; nieces: Deseri Weller, Joesette Weller and nephews: Jon Weller and Elijah Weller. Great nieces: Chloe Shafer, Willow Weller, and Kelly Weller; great nephews: Grey Davis, Max Shafer and Bratcher Weller.
Ernest was preceded in death by his parents; niece, Silver Monique Weller.
Graveside services with military rites will be 2 pm, Thursday, October 10, 2019 at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, IL.
The family of Ernest Lee Bratcher, Jr., is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL 62526. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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