Ernest H. “Ernie” Willey, 89, of Orange, Texas, passed away on May 11, 2018, in Orange.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Jett Cemetery in Orange.
Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Mauriceville, Texas, on August 27, 1928, he was the son of Hammond S. Willey and Violet Peveto. Ernie was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Pine Forest and the Orange County Historical Society. He loved to hunt and fish. Ernie enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be missed by all those who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Hammond and Violet Willey; and his brother Harris Willey.
He is survived by his loving wife, Winnie Willey of Orange, Texas; his children, Mike Willey and significant other, Marjo Mayo of Hurst, Texas, Sam Willey and significant other, Christy Eikenhorst or Orange, Texas, Sylvia Kitchen and husband, Mark Douglas of Pearland, Texas, and Luther Willey and wife, Tammie of Bridge City, Texas; his grandchildren, Tara Fike, Hank Willey, Laura Willey, Hammond Willey and wife April, Rebecca Flatt and husband Brandon, Samuel Kitchen, Ian Kitchen, Michelle Dement and husband Derick, Travis Kitchen, Joseph Willey and wife Erin, Daniel Willey and wife Kortni, and Lindsey Edwards and husband Cody; his great-grandchildren, Emily Ranolls, Payton Ranolls, Tucker Flatt, Cael Flatt, Willow Flatt, Waylon Willey, Joaquin Dement, Jack Willey, Josie Willey, and Kennedy Willey; and his numerous nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be members of the Masonic Lodge.
Condolences
Sherri Hardesty
May 17, 2018
Sherri Hardesty lit a candle in memory of Ernest H. "Ernie" Willey
Karen, Hank, And Tara
May 15, 2018
Karen, Hank, and Tara purchased the Beautiful in Blue for the family of Ernest H. "Ernie" Willey.
Drew Polk
May 15, 2018
Enjoyed being with Ernie especially when we met at the Black Bayou Camp. Ernie always was fun to be around. Rest in Peace Ernie.
Anonymous
May 15, 2018
Divine Peace Bouquet was purchased for the family of Ernest H. "Ernie" Willey.
Rebecca Dees
May 15, 2018
I once had the "privilege" of painting the Willey's front fence... compliments of Mr. Willey..:blush:. Fondly remember his smile and easygoing ways.
Becky Dees
Anonymous
May 15, 2018
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Love, Renee
May 15, 2018
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Anonymous
May 14, 2018
Florist Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Ernest H. "Ernie" Willey.
Leith And Dick Negley
May 14, 2018
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May 14, 2018
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May 14, 2018
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Nathan Merritt
May 14, 2018
My deepest condolences to all the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr. Willey. I pray God gives each of you strength and comfort at this time and all the days ahead.
Patrick Leedy
May 13, 2018
Lot's of fond memories of Ernie and the times our family had with the Willey family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Helen Stanton
May 13, 2018
Ernie was a special person. We have lots of wonderful memories! We always enjoyed visiting he and Winnie. My sympathy to all of the family.
Anonymous
May 13, 2018
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May 13, 2018
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May 13, 2018
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Betty Willey James
May 13, 2018
Betty Willey James lit a candle in memory of Ernest H. "Ernie" Willey
Betty Willey James
May 13, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Trudylea Terry
May 12, 2018
My Uncle Ernie was my favorite uncle. He and aunt Winnie reminded me of Abraham and Sarah in the bible. When we came to see them they came out to the car to meet us. They always hugged us andd would offer us something to eeat and drink. They made us feel welcome. When I had young children at home and the weather would get cool uncle Ernie would call and say is your old man at home? Well leave the kids at home and come on over. He would make panvakesand deer sausage and me and him and aunt Winnie would eat and laugh and talk till we were full and happy. I dearly love him. TrudyleaTerry.