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David Ernspiker Obituary

ERNSPIKER, DAVID WAYNE, 56, of Lyndon, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2013 at his home with his loving family beside him.

He was retired from Ernspiker Construction Company. He was a Baptist by faith. David was a very loving and caring man, who enjoyed helping others. He was a passionate Louisville Cardinal fan.

He was preceded in death by his father, A. Douglas Ernspiker; his grandparents, Mary and Edmund Holt, "Maw" Price and Lee and Pearl Ernspiker.

He is survived by his loving wife, CeeAnne; daughters, Brandi and Summer, his mothers, Fran Ernspiker and Louise Bowen; his six sibling, Butch (Linda), Vicki Quire ( Larry), Joe (Karen), Gary (Cindy), Tony (Laura), and Renee Clark (Sam); and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

A service to celebrate David's life will be held at noon Friday in the chapel of Arch L. Heady & Son Westport Village by the Rev. Ray Hayes. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday.

Expressions of sympathy are requested to J. Graham Brown Cancer Center.

Please leave a condolence for the family at; www.archlheadywestport.com

Published by Courier-Journal from Mar. 26 to Mar. 28, 2013.
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Missing you so very much these past six months. Between you and I, we got this ;) Love you SO much :)

September 24, 2013

Missing you Brother :(. Happy to see CeeAnn's flowers for her birthday. So glad you thought of that! I kept your last voicemail. Always remembering. Love you so much.

Renee

August 4, 2013

Butch,
Sorry to hear about David. Hope he knew Jesus Christ as his saviour [and you, too]. May you find comfort in Christ at this time.

Warhawk Roadie

May 15, 2013

To the entire Ernspiker Family I am so very sorry for the loss of David. I would of came to the funeral home but just today found out about his passing. Despite the fact that we had divorced we still remained friends. He was a very loving and CARING for others person. He will be missed by many. GOD Bless each and every one of you. Much Love Tammy

Tammy Creager

April 9, 2013

To the entire Ernspiker family,
I am so sorry to hear about David. I know he was greatly loved by his family & friends, & this is a tremendous loss for all.
I knew him thru Lansing Bldg, & David was always a joy to work with, full of life, funny, just a great guy.
Please know you are in my thoughts & prayers.

Deborah West

April 5, 2013

Dear Ceeanne, I was so sorry to read that your husband passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your old hs friend, Colette Bellair Severino

Colette Bellair Severino

April 3, 2013

So very sorry to hear of David's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the girls. God Bless Paul and Gemma Streble

Paul Streble

April 1, 2013

May you rest in peace my friend God Bless you and your Family it was great knowing you You were all that and more R.I.P. Buddy You will be missed Love and Prayers for the Family. Mike Sullivan

March 30, 2013

Dave never met a stranger,even when they were a stranger. Once, I heard sirens stop out front of my house.When I stepped out the door,I saw Dave rescueing a stranger pulled over for drunk driving. Dave assurred the cop his new found friend would not leave his driveway until sober.Amazingly,
the cop agreed, saving this man from an arrest. We all could learn a lesson from Dave. Love thy neighbor and Dave did...

david tilford

March 29, 2013

Tonight as U of L plays,we will hear Dave rooting for his beloved cardinals ...from his disappointed oh nos to his yelling and cheering in celebration..This summer will be hard..missing will be his joyous laughter at poolside that echoed all over the
neighborhood. How fitting for him to take his last ride down our street we've shared for thirty something years. Lyndon will never be the same. I hear J'town has also suffered the same loss.Farewell old friend..may God bless..

susan tilford

March 29, 2013

We love u guys! David will be missed! He's your very special Angel! If u guys need anything, I am here for u!! Hugs!!

Andrea Stephens Ball

March 28, 2013

my heart goes out to the family...sorry for your loss..friends will comfort you, Faith will uphold you and Loving memories will carry you through....

Janet Lundgren

March 28, 2013

There are memories of laughter from so long ago that I still hold onto dearly. I may not remember what we were laughing about but we laughed so often together that I think now -though I am grieving with you and your family- I'm supposed to be joy-filled knowing the better country David now lives in by faith. To all your family, my sympathy and respect. Praying for God's love to fill you with comfort and assurance. Romans 8:18

Clancy Dixon

March 28, 2013

Uncle Dave u were a big part in my life over 35 years I can't believe u are gone but I will always remember the times we had and Aunt Cee-Anne and the girls I'm here for you I send my prayers and love to all! J-Dee

J-Dee Speicher

March 28, 2013

A good man....we all had so much fun back in the day.....RIP, David

Mike Smither

March 27, 2013

I am very sorry for your loss CeeAnne and although I cannot find the words to express my sympathy, I am praying for you, Summer and Brandi, that you may find peace and comfort during this sad time. I never had the pleasure of meeting David but I know that he must have been a wonderful man. He will forever be watching over his family.
God Bless,
Love Kerry

Kerry Robertson

March 27, 2013

Ceeann i'm so sorry for your loss my prayers are coming your way for you and your whole family

carl partington

March 27, 2013

So sorry for your loss, prayers to you CeeAnn and the girls. He's pain free now and in God's hands.

Anna Johnson

March 27, 2013

CeeAnn, Brandi,and Summer: I am so sorry about Dave. He was a good man and he loved you guys dearly. He is no longer suffering. Prayers to you all. Anna Johnson

March 27, 2013

I met David actually one time and in just the little time that I shared with him, I had such a wonderful time and He was an outstanding host and kind, decent human being. It is ashame to lose such a person. People such as Himself are hard to find. He will be missed and remembered always. Davi R.I.P. and God Bless.

Michael Dayton

March 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.I will miss David very much. he was a wonderful man.Sending you all my love.

Kelli Fuller

March 27, 2013

So sorry to hear about your loss.

Ken Smith

March 27, 2013

Although it's been many years since I last saw Dave, I have a lot great memories of working with Dave and Butch.. and happy, fun times at Plantation. My prayers and thoughts of sympathy are with all of the Ernspiker family during this time of sorrow. Rest easy, Dear Dave - you've earned it.

Dave Speicher

March 27, 2013

So sorry for your loss. He will be missed by everyone who ever knew him.

Jill (Scott) Cancello

March 27, 2013

I remember David fondly from years gone by at Plantation Country Club when we were kids. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace and his family's memories of him bring comfort and a smile

Janis Scott

March 27, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with CeeAnne, your beautiful girls, and the Ernspiker family during this extremely difficult time. Sending you my love.

Lindsay Zilai

March 27, 2013

OMG I an so sorry to hear this Ceeanne. Thoughts and prayers are with you from my family to yours.

kim watts

March 27, 2013

I miss my best friend! He was like a big brother to me.i love you!

Mick Kimbro

March 27, 2013

God bless each and everyone of you. May your memories continue to fill the void in your life that David's passing will bring. - Janie and Sarah Price

Janie Price

March 27, 2013

David had the most devine smile and kindest heart a man can have. My condolences to the entire family. I pray to give you all the strength you need to get through this devastating loss. GOD BLESS?

Jeanne Hedrick Sloan

March 27, 2013

CeeAnne and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Beautiful pictures and tribute, Enjoy all your wonderful memories hold them close to your hearts. Peace&Hugs,
Linda Oglesby

Linda Oglesby

March 27, 2013

You are very loved and will be dearly missed.

valerie sears

March 27, 2013

My prayers are with you and your family I babysat David and his brothers and sisters. They are a fine family and David was a great child. May God be with you.Sheri (Embry) Stevens

March 27, 2013

My thoughts are with your family. It would never have been the Jtown we know and love without your family.

Karen Moseley

March 26, 2013

Deepest sympathies to Renee and the Ernspiker family

Alice Robinson

March 26, 2013

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your loving husband, CeeAnne, and the loss of you loving father Brandi and Summer. Although I only had the chance to meet David a few times, I learned how strong of a person he was and how much he really loved his family. He always showed that he would do anything for all of you. I am sure he will forever be watching over you all now. He no longer has to suffer with any pain. I am sure he was greeted in heaven by your mom CeeAnne with open arms. May he rest in peace.

Stephanie Ristin

March 26, 2013

Well my old friend (I can say that...still 4 days older than me) Do not despair for us...we certainly miss you already but we have only the good memories to carry us. You have gone ahead and we can all only hope that we will one day go with the same strength and dignity...CeeAnne, my thoughts and prayers for you, the girls, and indeed, the entire family.

David...just way too soon...I love you man

Ken Garrett

March 26, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Richel Phillips

March 26, 2013

Gary, our condolences to you and the rest of the family in this time of sorrow. May time ease the sorrow and only bring fond memories of good times and family get togethers.

Dan Floyd

March 26, 2013

CeeAnne,
Remember all the fun we had(Houseboat) that and other memories we will always have. No one can ever take away.
We love you.
The Harris Family

March 26, 2013

Ernspiker clan,

I'm very sorry for your loss. I looked up to David (and the rest of the Ernspiker boys) as a big brother when I was a kid. I will never forget those Ethelwood days or the Plantation days and how much fun we all had. My thoughts are with all of you.

RDB

Robert Bobrow

March 26, 2013

To the Ernspiker Family, The entire Sandals Family would like to offer our deepest condolences to you at this time of great loss. David was a part of our extended family and as such he will be greatly missed.
Our Prayers are with you, and we know that God will heal all brokenness in due time. He will be remembered forever!!! may he find rest from all his pain.

From Dawn Smith and your Sandals Montego Bay family (Montego Bay, Jamaica).

Dawn Smith

March 26, 2013

To the Ernspiker Family David was a wonderful person and a good friend. I will always remember the great times we had at Plantation Country Club and when we shared an apartment together back in the 70's. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Larry Link

March 26, 2013

CeeAnne, Summer & Brandi, Words cannot express comfort in times like this, but we know they help in a strange kind of way. I suppose I'm reaching out from a distance trying to make a connection in holding you three close assuring you his passing was the will of God. From here on you can rest assure David, 'your father', is comfortable now and forever until your return.

Bob & Monica DeLord

March 26, 2013

My Condolences to the Ernspiker Family.. So sorry to here of Your loss.. Prayers to all of You...

David Stacey

March 26, 2013

Gary, I know we haven't seen each other for years but I am very sorry to hear of David's passing. I remeber when he used to come in to 84 lumber all the time when we worked there together. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Tom Gibson

March 26, 2013

Ernspiker family, We are so sorry for your loss and we send our condolances and prayers. Please take care of yourselves.

Love,
Bill & Kathy DeLar

March 26, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. David was a great high school and band friend. We all seemed to go in different directions after graduation, but the memories will last forever. My thoughts and prayer are with you David and to your family.
Steve Rixman

Steve Rixman

March 26, 2013

Ceeanne, so sorry for your family's loss. I have very fond memories of David and will never forget when he asked me to stand up in your wedding. Love and miss you, Jimmy

Jimmy Stephens

March 26, 2013

ROGER AND I WERE BLESSED TO HAVE MET DAVID ONLY ONCE BUT HE TOUCHED OUR HEARTS.MAY HE FINALLY FIND PEACE AND NO MORE PAIN. WE LOVED U DAVID R.I.P.

SANDRA MANKOWSKI

March 26, 2013

Love You All

Chara Gail Holt

March 26, 2013

I have nothing but fond and fun memories of Dave. He was truly a giving and caring person that will be missed by all, but never forgotten! My thoughts and prayers to your family. I love you all!!!

Elizabeth Lockard

March 26, 2013

Summer,
So sorry for your loss. Words can't begin to take your pain away but know that you are surrounded by friends that are here for you. Praying for you and your family! Praying for God's comfort and strength over the days and weeks ahead! We love you!
Matt Thomas and Family

March 26, 2013

CeeAnn, Summer & Brandi - Please accept my deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts. May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and in the days ahead.

Geri Hayes

March 26, 2013

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
So sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to the family.

Kim Ray

March 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of you and your family loss. Although we never met personally I feel like I knew him for as long as you both have been together. Rest in peace David.CeAnn,you and the girls have a wonderful angel to guide you through. There are no words to express loss of someone so dear. Our condolences to the family.

Diane and Lupie Hillard

March 26, 2013

We could have never asked for better neighbors for our grandmother. We watched your kids grow with ours as Mickey loved to baby sit the girls. We know David will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls.

Tracy Day

March 26, 2013

My heart goes out to CeeAnne, Brandi, Summer and all of David's and CeeAnne's family. David's life ended way too soon. The Ernspikers mean a lot to me, and their strength and sense of values have touched me over the years I've known them. It's been wonderful to have a small part in planning and even sharing in their love for Jamaica. May the Lord provide love and comfort in this difficult time.

Debbie Hoffren

March 26, 2013

Prayers of hope and comfort to all David's family and friends. I didn't know you David, but I do know you touched the lives of many. Rest on that beach, it's well deserved.

Wendy Heitzman

March 26, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about David. Growing up, He was such a nice guy. My thoughts & prayers are with the Ernspiker family. You are remembered as such a wonderful family.

Bill Sparks

March 26, 2013

CeeAnne, Brandi and Summer our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beth and Al Stilger

March 26, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the Ernspiker family for the loss of their loved one and our childhood friend David.

Rhonda Mattingly Hellinger

March 26, 2013

Sorry for your loss our Thoughts and Prayers are with you!

John Foote

March 26, 2013

I am very sorry about David love you guys

larry jones

March 26, 2013

We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. We Love You All.

Eric & Bunny Adkins

March 26, 2013

We have so many great memories, thank God!! David was a wonderful person who loved his family and his life, he will always be my brother, and will be truely missed, rest in peace...

Penny sturgeon

March 26, 2013

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
My Prayers and heart are with you CeeAnne at this most difficult time.

Betty Martinico-Steigert

March 26, 2013

So long David, you will be missed a lot. My deepest sympathy to your family.

Carl Penrod

March 26, 2013

So many wonderful memories of all my buddies in the Ernspiker family from the first time I met my friend Joe in 2nd grade to band trips, neighborhood and school shenanigans with David and Gary to working with and sharing a home with Vicki. We loved one another like family….like brothers and sisters, but we all grew up and went our separate ways. My children never met most of you but they know you well through the memories and stories I hold so dear. God bless you all and to David, may you find peace and pure love in Gods gracious home.

Rhonda Mattingly Hellinger

March 25, 2013

Time goes by so quickly. It seems like yesterday that we were playing football in the street between our two homes. What wonderful memories we shared growing up with the Ernspiker family. I pray for peace and comfort for your family during this time of your loss of a loved father, husband and friend. Deborah Doll Smith.

Deborah Doll Smith

March 25, 2013

David, my best friend growing up in J-town. I'll never have another friend with your warmth, caring, and consideration. I shall miss you forever.

Gary Doll

March 25, 2013

I am so sorry that David has left us so soon. He was one of my very best friends in high school and I will always cherish my memories of our wonderful times together. He will be missed.

Tina Mattingly-Fowler

March 25, 2013

I knew david in school we were friends I lost touch................but I liked him hope he felt the same..........

March 25, 2013

So many wonderful memories of all my buddies in the Ernspiker family from the first time I met my friend Joe in 2nd grade to band trips, neighborhood and school shenanigans with David and Gary to working with and sharing a home with Vicki. We loved one another like family….like brothers and sisters, but we all grew up and went our separate ways. My children never met most of you but they know you well through the memories I hold so dear. God bless you all and to David, may you find peace and pure love in Gods gracious home.

Rhonda Mattingly Hellinger

March 25, 2013

My Thoughts & Prayers are with your Family during this Grieving Process! God is a Good God & he will give you the Strength you need to get through this!

Tina Ford Johnson

March 25, 2013

So sorry for your loss. David was a wonderful person and a good friend. I remember him from Band.

Bridget Bishop Meyer

March 25, 2013

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