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John P. Ernest passed away peacefully at home May 3, 2024 after a battle with esophageal cancer and then very recent diagnosis of ALS. He was born November 4, 1946 in Fargo, ND and adopted as an infant. He grew up on the West Coast, with strong Minnesota ties. He was a veteran of US Navy. He achieved his childhood dream of being a Chevrolet mechanic, and then furthered his career at Schwing America. He retired in 2008 to his best job ever: "the cabana boy". He was a patriotic, faith based man who loved golf, old cars, and just maybe a cocktail now and again.

John is survived by his wife Stacy; daughter Heather (Nathan) Benson; grandkids Kayla and Logan Benson; sister Marianne (Jay) Anderson and their family. He is also survived by previous wife Judy (Stan) Runyon; many Kane Family members and many friends.  John is preceded in death by his parents Alice and Victor Ernest; father-in-law Bob Kane; and good buddies Sarge, Bobby Geffrees, Rick Kane and Smiley. 

Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Friday, May 10, 2024 at St. Bridget of Sweden Catholic Church in Lindstrom, Minnesota.  Visitation 4-7 p.m. Thursday at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom, Minnesota and one hour prior to service at church.  Interment at Hillside Cemetery in Center City, Minnesota.  Condolences may be expressed online at www.grandstrandfh.com

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