Dear Rita and families. HOw sorry I am to finally hear of Ernies passing. I have missed our Ox Bow Friends so much. My paryers are with your family. This weekend July7-10 is the 20h anniversary of the Grand Encampment. All of our Wagon Train friends that are no longer with us anymore will be remembered at the Sunday service at the Kanesville Tabernacle, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Rip Ernie, I know you are up there having a good old time and will be with us and our friends that have passed this weekend as we celebrate 20 years and will be thinking about you. Kay from Council Bluffs

Message from M&M Goodall

September 17, 2015 1:12 PM

To the West family,

Our condolences for you - Ernie was quite a guy.

From Mike & Mary Goodall

Message from Richard and Judith Shelly Buffalo, Missouri

August 11, 2015 1:38 PM

So sorry to hear of his passing; from a kid on I learned a lot about horses from him that he was so eager to share. His favorite saying to me was I sent you to school and bought you your books and you still bought an Appy.
We had company here this weekend from up north and Ernie's name came up and the stories started. and now to learn he has passed. He was always well thought of and often.
Thank you Rita for Loving and taking care of a good man that touched so many peoples lives. Take care and May God Bless, Dick and Judy

Message from Terri Shelton

August 8, 2015 11:08 AM

My sincere sympathy to Earnie's family! May The Lord lead your way in the times to come! God's blessings

A candle was lit by Terri Shelton on August 8, 2015 11:05 AM

Message from Brad & Lisa Geise & family

August 7, 2015 7:01 PM

Rita, Pam, & Rhonda: Our sympathy to you and your entire family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by The Delwood Community School Staff on August 7, 2015 12:58 PM

Message from Tammy Harbron

August 6, 2015 9:41 PM

My prayers and thoughts go out to the whole family.

A candle was lit by Myra Rhodes, Erica and Lisa on August 6, 2015 5:33 PM

Message from Art Peters Family - Ronnie, Laurel, Mary

August 6, 2015 4:49 PM

So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Message from Pam and Rich Petersen

August 6, 2015 3:28 PM

Rita and Family - Saddened to hear this news. We will always remember Uncle Ernie as the fun-loving and friendly...who married into "just the right family"!

Love and prayers to all. We are unable to attend the funeral or visitation this weekend, but please know you are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Nancy Parson

August 6, 2015 5:55 AM

so sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. he was my horse shoer for many years. he was the absolute best! bet he's in heaven doing what he loves the most--taking care of horses and people.

Message from Connie Carter

August 5, 2015 11:33 PM

I have no seen Ernie for many years.... he was my horseshoer for many years. He was a wonder man and story teller... best wishes to the family.

A candle was lit by Connie Carter on August 5, 2015 11:30 PM

Message from Chuck & Patty Fuegen Family

August 5, 2015 9:48 PM

Rita and Family so sorry for your loss I will so remember Ernie with all the Horse shoeing that he did for me and when he would get so upset with Becky Spooners horse when he was not behaving he would call him a cotton picker I can still hear him saying that. I will sure miss him and remember the good times.

A candle was lit by Darlene and Bruce Stohbehn on August 5, 2015 9:13 PM

Message from Wayne and Sylvia Anderson

August 5, 2015 8:33 PM

So sorry to hear about Earnie, but know that he is riding again with his Savior! So many good memories of him riding and working in the concession stand. He never was without a story to tell. Hugs to you and your family.

A candle was lit by Wayne and Sylvia Anderson on August 5, 2015 8:29 PM

A candle was lit by THELMA BERRY on August 5, 2015 4:07 PM

Message from THELMA BERRY

August 5, 2015 4:05 PM

Every time I sat at a Thanksgiving meal and I put a Turkey in the oven, I will think of my loving Brother. There was times we would not have eaten if it was not for him. Rest in peace my sweet Brother will miss you. Love your Sister Thelma.

Expression of Sympathy

A TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was ordered on August 5, 2015

Message from Keith and Shirleen Jackson

August 5, 2015 3:49 PM

Our deepest sympathy to your whole family. As Earnie rides to Heaven we know he will be greeted with "Welcome home Cowboy, your entry fees have been paid."

A candle was lit by Bruce and Kathy Tracy on August 5, 2015 2:37 PM

Message from Chuck & Betty Grimm

August 5, 2015 10:38 AM

So sorry to hear about Ernie. Prayers go out to all the family and friends.

Message from Tanja Klemmer

August 5, 2015 9:39 AM

I wish I could be there. My condolences, prayers and love to Aunt Rita, Brad, Jim, Pam, Rhonda and all the rest of the kids (his grand kids) I will miss you Uncle Banjo you always had wonderful stories. I agree with Terri you are the last of the boys and it hurts. Tell the rest of the family up there hi and we love y'all!

A candle was lit by Tanja Klemmer & Rob Tustison on August 5, 2015 9:34 AM

Message from Jim and Margaret Lorenz

August 5, 2015 9:33 AM

Rita and family.So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. Our once huge family is getting so small here on earth. So large in heaven. God bless you all..

Message from Brett Haferbier

August 5, 2015 9:28 AM

Rita, Rhonda, and Pam. I am so sorry to hear about Ernie. He taught me a lot and always had a good time going and shoeing horses with him. He could also put away the diet pepsi! My thoughts are with you all. I won't be able to make it to the wake cuz I will be out of town for work. Take care of each other.

A candle was lit by Jaci Lewis on August 5, 2015 8:35 AM

A candle was lit by Kris Edens on August 5, 2015 7:19 AM

Message from Ron & Monica Rahlf

August 5, 2015 7:16 AM

Rita, so sorry to hear of your loss. So glad that we finally stopped in last year and got to visit with you. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Ron and Monica

Message from Tina Dice

August 4, 2015 10:15 PM

I am deeply sorry for the loss of this wonderful man; he was a man of honor, compassion, and strength. He was given a gift that he shared with us all, the stories of a true cowboy. May your trail lead you to your family where I know your little brother is waiting. Love you all Tina & Dale Dice and family

A candle was lit by Pam, Josh, Hannah and Brenna on August 4, 2015 10:13 PM

A candle was lit by Mark, Peg and Caley Jacobsen on August 4, 2015 9:48 PM

A candle was lit by Mary Kay and woody Weimerskirk on August 4, 2015 8:34 PM

A candle was lit by Marten & Lorena Colvin on August 4, 2015 8:20 PM

Message from Marten & Lorena Colvin

August 4, 2015 8:19 PM

We will think of You often, especially when we think of horses, trail rides, horseshoeing, taking care of others, loving your family, and of the stories you told. Love you always

Message from Jeff Cairns

August 4, 2015 6:07 PM

Sorry for your loss Brad. Take care.

Message from Terri Loutsch

August 4, 2015 5:13 PM

I will miss hearing your Stories of the wagon trains and all fun we had at horse shows, you are the last of the boys and that hurts my heart, wherever you are I hope you are with Dad telling stories and if so tell him Hi

A candle was lit by Terri (west) Loutsch on August 4, 2015 5:10 PM

Message from Wisconsin

August 4, 2015 4:50 PM

So sorry to hear about Uncle Ernie. Our prayers are with all of you. Love you all, Phil and Angie West and family