Ernest was born in Denver, Colorado on March 26, 1932 to Ramoncita Duran and Donacio Garcia. He is survived by his wife Betty and three children Kevin, Jeremy and Kathleen. He also had nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
Ernest served as a radarman in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was a boxer and a Little League coach and his kids’ biggest cheerleader. He enjoyed gardening, having a beer and reading a good book. He is missed by all who loved and knew him. Until we are all together in Christ Jesus.
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Jan. 12, 2022