Ernest Kretzer, 66, formerly of St. Joseph, passed away at his son’s home, in Rockaway Beach, surrounded by his loved ones, on Monday, Oct. 12, 2015.
Ernest was born to Don Thomas Kretzer and Susie Gertrude (Parker) Kretzer.
Ernest was a painter for many years in Colorado, and also farmed tobacco in Weston, Mo. He was a logger for Simpson’s Sawmill.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Susie Gertrude Kretzer; a granddaugher, Lacey Kretzer; a brother, Dallas Kretzer; and sister, Lois Leota Kretzer; and sister-in-law, Cindy Kretzer.
He is survived by: his children, Ernie Kretzer and John Kretzer, of St. Joseph, Thomas Kretzer (Linda), Rockaway Beach, and Becky Kretzer Nelson (Richard), Ardmore, Okla.; brothers, Alec Hovey (Jerrie), Kenneth Kretzer?(Linda), Larry Kretzer (Betty), Richard Kretzer, Charles Kretzer and Lloyd Kretzer (Dawn); sisters, Patricia Ray and Linda Baskins; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; lifelong friend, Bubba Phroper, and former wife and mother of his children Martha Deaton of St. Joseph.
Ernest lived life to the fullest. He loved to be around his family and friends and always appreciated a cold beer. He was a very loving father and grandfather. He never knew a stranger and would help anybody. He loved traveling to Colorado as it was his second home. If you were so lucky to have known Ernest, you know there was never a dull moment and laughter -- you will be sadly missed. We all love you, Pops! Funeral services were conducted at 2:00 PM Friday, at the Rupp Chapel, Andy Campbell officiating. The family received friends from 6- 8 PM Thursday, Rupp Funeral Home. The Interment will be at the Bethel Cemetery.
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