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Ernest Fields Obituary

FIELDS, Ernest E. "Skip"

Age 70 of Van Etten passed away at home on June 19, 2013. He was born September 20, 1942 in Montour Falls, NY to Ernest and Marion (Packard) Fields. In addition to his parents he was also predeceased by his niece, Theresa Von Rapacki and nephews Jeremy Lampman and Aaron Irby. His family includes brothers and sisters, James (Marlene) Fields of Elmira Heights, Ronald Fields of Big Flats, Dena Irby, Louise (Chris) Harvey and Christine (Allen) Lampman all of Horseheads along with several nieces, nephews and cousins. In his earlier years he enjoyed racing at Chemung Speedrome and singing like Hank Williams Sr. More recently he was involved with the American Legion in Horseheads, Meals on Wheels and he enjoyed NASCAR and Karaoke. Family and friend are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 So. Main St. Horseheads on Wednesday June 26, 2013 from 2-4:00 and 6-8:00 p.m. Burial service will take place on Thursday in Millport Cemetery. A celebration of life for family and friends will take place at a date and time to be announced at the American Legion Horseheads. Memorials can also be directed to the Horseheads American Legion 71 Old Ithaca Rd. Horseheads NY 14845. www.barberfuneralhome.com

Published by Star-Gazette from Jun. 22 to Jun. 25, 2013.
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I have known Skipper since a young girl, he work for us on the farm. He was very polite ,caring a hard worker. He has always been a good neighbor.Skip will surely be missed.

marjorie Lant

June 27, 2013

rest in peace skip Roger and Debbie Mathews

Roger Mathews

June 26, 2013

I haven't seen Skipper in a few years, but he will never be forgotten. We go back to the days on Lant's Farm. He used to impress my sons with his "muscle man" poses.He was a great worker and friend. Condolences to the family

Ed Chapman

June 25, 2013

We have only known Skip for a little over a year through Karaoke on Tuesdays at Punk's Place in Candor. In that time we came to truly appreciate his love of people and music. He rarely missed a Tuesday and when he did we would get a call or message from him expressing his regret. Skip so enjoyed singing and listening to others. We will miss his gentle smile, his voice, and more than anything his caring heart. To Skips family and friends our sincere condolences. We are proud to have known you Skip if only for a little while. In the words of Hank Williams Sr., "Praise the Lord, I saw the Light".

David & Christina Homrighouse

June 25, 2013

R.I.P. Skip you will be missed your friend dan.

Daniel Mathews

June 25, 2013

Old Time Friend of years gone by, Skip will be missed by many, I remember him from the Old Chemung Speedrome days, He would give you the shirt off his back to help a friend. May you be with the LORD FOREVER !

JACK ROBY SR

June 25, 2013

Skipper Doodle May you rest in peace, you were a very kind and caring man, you will never be forgotten..you would do anything for anyone !!!

Diane West

June 24, 2013

Rest in Peace Cousin... R.I.P.

Jerry & Judy Tompkins

June 24, 2013

Patience, thoughtfulness, humility, and kindness, in remembrance-Hope you and my father have met up! The Mecum family

June 24, 2013

I knew skip and he was such a good man. he helped on our race car, he was very talented. i often think of him. He will be missed RIP skip

Randy Benjamin

June 23, 2013

I didn't know Skip for long but he was a kind and quiet man. He could really sing like Hank Williams. I enjoyed hearing him. He will be missed.

Carol Johnson

June 23, 2013

Buttermilk and donuts, Skip was a wonderful guy. RIP Skip.

John and Linda Smith

June 23, 2013

I have known Skipper most of my life. He visited the house several times when my wife was losing the battle she fought with cancer. He was a very caring person. I am still in shock as I would see him often @ the Legion. He was comfortable there and had rekindled relationships from long ago. RIP my friend

Kenneth Howland

June 22, 2013

Knew him a long time. Wish it could have been longer. Truely a good man with a heart of gold. I will miss him

Butch Hollister

June 22, 2013

If the world was filled with more people like Skip it would be a much better place! What a caring and kind man!

Kevin Kastenhuber

June 22, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.Skip was a good person and will truly be missed..RIP Skip.

Patricia Teeter

June 22, 2013

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