Joseph Elmer Ernest, Sr. age 79, of Hersey, passed away Monday, March 30, 2020 at his daughter’s home near Reed City under the loving care of his family and Spectrum Health Hospice.

The son of Elmer Carl & Mae Louise (Dremolske) Ernest, he was born on March 10, 1941 in Reed City.

Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Joseph’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit:  www.MichiganCremation.com

Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, (616) 754-5638.