Robert W. Ernst, 95, of Hanover, PA, entered into God’s Eternal care, Monday, August 15, 2016 at Homewood at Plum Creek Retirement Home, where he lived with his loving wife, Mary E. (Wagner) Ernst with whom he shared over 75 years of marriage.

Born August 11, 1921 in Hanover, PA, he was the son of the late John L. and Lottie E. (Schott) Ernst.

Bob attended the First United Methodist Church, Hanover, PA.  He was a member of the Republican Club of Hanover, PA.    

Bob was the executive vice president of Hanover Direct, until his retirement in 1983.

In addition to his wife Mary, Robert is survived by one son, William R. Ernst and his wife, Susan, of Roswell, GA, three grandchildren, Mark Ernst, Barbara Watson, and Amanda Finch, and five great-grandchildren, William Ernst, Eric and Evan Watson, and Trey and Bralen Finch.  He was preceded in death by six sisters, Helen Ernst, Lydia Smith, Mary Sipe, Lillian Ernst, Betty Berkheimer, and Margaret Farley, and three brothers, George, Joseph, and John.

A funeral service will be held 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the Chapel at Homewood at Plum Creek, 425 Westminster Avenue with Rev. Joshua Rhone officiating.  A viewing will be held from 9:30 – 10:30 AM, Saturday, August 20, 2016 at the chapel.  Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions in memory of Robert may be made to the Benevolent Fund of Homewood at Plum Creek, 425 Westminster Avenue, Hanover, PA 17331.

The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA has been entrusted by the family with the funeral arrangements.  Memories and condolences may be shared at www.kenworthyfh.com.

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