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2016
Jim Ernst, 77, of Colusa passed away in the home he built on March 14th, 2016. He was born on November 4, 1938 in Colusa and was a lifelong resident of the town that he loved. After 4 years in the Navy, he returned to his love of farming to become a Pest Control Advisor, and eventually became part owner of Delta Industries. He was unable to drive by an orchard or rice field without slowing down to observe and comment on its status.
He was a longtime supporter of the Kings and 49ers. He loved Colusa High School athletics and supported both the girls and boys teams by attending home and away games, and by being a Redhawk Super Booster. An avid athlete and outdoorsman, Jim did it all. He loved jogging, softball, hunting, snowmobiling, and biking just to name a few. His true passion was fly fishing; he loved spending time on streams with friends and family, and teaching others the joy of catching a trout. After retiring he loved spending his summers in Montana fishing. There wasn't a stream where he couldn't catch a fish (even though it might be small).
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Pam; children Robert Ernst (Lisa) of Elk Grove, Jerri Marie Galazin (Dave) of Morgan Hill, Ty Ernst (Theresa) of Carmichael, and Jamie Edmondson (Rob) of Roseville; 6 grandchildren - Danielle, Ryan, Peter, Abby, Cooper and Sam; and sister Joyce Speck (Jerry) of Idaho. He was 'Uncle Jim' to many more.
Above all, Jim was an honorable man who enjoyed the simple pleasures of family, friends, and the outdoors. He touched many lives and those who knew him were better because of him. He will be greatly missed.
A celebration of life will be held on April 16, 2016 at 11 a.m. at St. Bernadette's Hall, 745 Ware Street. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Colusa Redhawks Athletic Fund c/o Eric Lay, 901 Colusa Avenue, Colusa CA 95932.
Arrangements are under the direction of McNary-Moore Funeral Service FD-410 www.mcnarymoorefuneralservice.com
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends. May you find comfort by drawing close to God during this difficult time. James 4:18.
D. Wilmington - California
April 21, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. There is little that I can say or do to ease your pain and suffering. May knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many, bring a measure of comfort. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14.may the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow.2CORI. 1:3,4
Joe
April 12, 2016
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