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Ernest Woodfeldt Obituary
Resident of Dublin
His funeral will be held at Noon, August 24, at Graham-Hitch Mortuary, 4167 First Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566. A celebration reception will follow the service at Pleasanton Gardens, 251 Kottinger Drive. Visitations at Graham- Hitch will be on August 22 and 23, between 4:00 - 8:00 pm.
A second celebration will be held on September 21, 2013 between noon and 5:00 pm at Ernie's childhood home at 2316 Doidge Avenue, Pinole, CA.
Ernie grew up in Pinole and graduated Pinole High School in 1974. He continued his education at San Francisco State University and earned his MBA and Bacholar degrees. He worked for 28 years for Pacific Bell/SBC/AT&T as a Senior Financial Analyst.
Ernie was a faithful servant and a man of God. His highest personal achievement was raising his son, Scott Woodfeldt. He loved his family and his friends deeply and everyone enjoyed his company and his great "booming" laugh. He was active in many outdoor activities: camping, hiking, swimming, river rafting and biking.
Ernie will be deeply missed by his son Scott Woodfeldt of Dublin, CA, his mother, Lois Woodfeldt of Vacaville, his sisters, Paula (Dan) Eeds of Pinole, CA and Rita Orr of Vacaville, CA, and his cousins, nieces and nephews. His father, Arthur J. Woodfeldt, preceded him in death.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Heavenly Hills Christian Camp, P.O. Box 1628,Twain Harte, CA 95383 and Pleasanton Military Families, 4411 Shearwater Court, Pleasanton, CA 94566.
Condolences to the family may be left on Ernie's online memorial website at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Erniewoodfeldtmemorial/
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for Ernest Woodfeldt
Linda Terra Simmons
April 8, 2025
I knew Ernie in high school. He was always kind & gentle. Very different from most of the guys I knew. He was a good & generous man. So sorry to hear he passed. GOD bless his family.
Woodfeldt Family
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie and Rita
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Christmas playing Pitch
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
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Ernie - August 2014 @ Woodfeldt Party
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Birthday Boy
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Dinner with Ernie Friends
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Fab 5 in Yosemite
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Welcome home for Scott
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie and Mary
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie and Scott
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie and Scott
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Running with the welcome home flag
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie welcoming home our Servicemen
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Flag waving with the Pleasanton Military Families
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Paula Eeds
August 21, 2014
Ernie - it has been a year and I still miss you. I am adding a favorite Woodfeldt Family picture in your honor.
Robin Greenslade-Herman
December 2, 2013
I just found out about his passing yesterday when his mother called my mother for her birthday. Our mothers worked together for many years. He took me to my Senior Prom. He took me to see the first Star Wars movie. We always had a great time! He was a great friend. I was very sad to hear of his passing.
MaryJane
November 12, 2013
Ernie,
Happy Birthday my friend! In honor on your day, my friend and I will dance for you . . You're never forgotten, "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near."
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
Brigitte Bentley-Hicks
August 28, 2013
Ernie, Simply said: You were one of a kind and a gift to us from God in so many ways. The kindness and care you showed toward friends, family, games, assignments speak to the goodness in your character. I miss you so much. You, my dear friend, will never be forgotton. Rest well. love Brigitte and family
Mark & Pam Keller
August 26, 2013
Thanks for the memories. They were all goood.
MaryJane
August 25, 2013
Scott,
I was deeply saddened by the news of Ernie passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. Just know that my arms are wrapped around you during this time of loss.
May you take comfort in knowing an Angel is watching over you.
Ernie is truly a brave, wonderful person, a loyal friend, very intelligent, big-hearted and geniually care about people. I am blessed to have him in my life!
We had spent many festive events & they were all great times! As a teacher of dance, my favorite memories when I was dancing hip hop/free style with Ernie where at one time he “wore me out” because of his fluidity and sometimes unusual control over his dance movements, especially the changes in his energy, and the dynamics of a sequence, of style . . . “John Travolta “Saturday Night Fever.” Ernie -Continue dancing in heaven and charm all the Angels!
I hope you get a little comfort in knowing how much your dad loved you and very proud of you
I will miss him but he will not be forgotten!
Donna Krieg
August 24, 2013
Dear Woodfeldt family,
I know that this is a difficult time, but we all know that Ernie is with our heavenly father and waiting for the rest of us.
Ernie's most joy was his son Scott. He always loved to speak about Scott's latest achievement. God gave you the best father. You are truly blessed.
We worked at then PacBell in the same area but would find time to discuss our walk with Jesus. He was always so thoughtful and kind. I can't say that I've ever met another person with his traits. A real blessing to have known.
See you Ernie, in heaven.
Becky Young
August 24, 2013
Dear Scott and Family,
It was a true blessing to know Ernie. I'm thankful for his time with me; for all our conversations and life lessons; for the joy he brought to me and so many.
Scott, I haven't met you yet, but from the little we have talked and everything Ernie told me, I know you will continue his ministry of compassion and service.
Please, know that I am praying for you all and all who are missing him, for peace that passes all understanding, for the strength to carry on in our daily lives without him, and for the knowledge of the kingdom to come and our reuniting with him again and with Jesus.
Shari Ingram
August 24, 2013
Your smile and engaging laughter will be missed.
Monique Thompson
August 24, 2013
Scott, I'm so glad you and your dad came over for dinner about a week and a half prior to his surprise departure. God wanted him home for which I am happy to know I will see him again in Heaven. Playing games, his love for you Scott, chit chatting wherever we "bumped" into each other, me coming over with a cooked meal, whatever the reason it was always fun sharing our ideas and concerns as well as prayer requests. Heaven has gained a wonderful man while we adjust to his leaving us so quickly.
Readers, Whoever you are and whatever part you had in Ernie's life he would want you to know that he loved you and wants you to know the God he calls Lord and Savior so you too can see him in Heaven when it's your turn. (John 3:16) Please take this seriously for Ernie's sake. Best regards,
Pauline & Oliver Orr
August 23, 2013
He will be missed. May you have strength during this time. Rest in peace, Ernie.
Love to you all.
Diane Alexander
August 23, 2013
Dear Scott and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Your sister in Christ,
Rita Brossard
August 23, 2013
My friend...it just seems so unreal. We just talked a couple of weeks ago and planned on getting together at the Reunion Picnic and catching up. You're going to be missed by so many people. Rest in Peace Ernie! Until we meet again!
August 23, 2013
Dear Scott and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you every day. I feel blessed to have had Ernie as my dear friend over the past 20+ years. He is a kind soul that will be dearly missed and forever remembered.
No farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it,
And only God knows why.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,
Chantal Chiapetto and Family
Pete Zimmer. ( Pleasanton Military Families )
August 23, 2013
Ernie,
When we left the PMF monthly meeting this month, you stopped me at my car. We talked about our sons and laughed about a few things. I drove away with a good feeling after talking to you. Your love and respect for your family, our common respect for our sons military service has given us such a great sense of pride.. Scott , I don't have to tell you how proud your Pop was of you.. He loved talking about you and everything you were up to.. I can easily speak for PMF in saying his company at the meetings and events will be terribly missed.. Rest in Peace Ernie..
Ardis Dickey
August 22, 2013
Ernie was a great guy! We had lots of adventures...Mexico riding the banana boat (what a great belly laugh that got from him!), the re-vamp of the house, game nights, Thai food, Halloween Dances at the Blackhawk Auto Museum, meeting his friends, phone calls, the list goes on. And we worked together too - through good days and the other ones. He was a very loyal friend and I will miss him greatly. My deepest sympathy and hugs to Ernie's family.
Greg Cox
August 22, 2013
Ernie will be missed by us all at AT&T. Scott although I never met you your dad and I discussed you adventures in the Navy frequently. God bless
Nicole
August 22, 2013
I will miss your Laugh Ernie.. You always made me smile even during the hard times.. You were truly a wonderful person and I am grateful to have known you and laughed with you. I will miss you my friend!!Until we meet again.. xoxo
Philip Sargent
August 22, 2013
I worked with Ernie @ SBC ASI for about 5 years. I often went to lunch w/ Ernie and the "guys". He was a funny and brave person. He will be missed. I hope to be part of his “celebration of life” ceremony next month.
Diane Zimmer
August 22, 2013
I met Ernie and his son Scott at Pleasanton Miltary Families last year, and Ernie was one the many supportive and encouraging parents. I will miss him dearly. Scott, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, and please know that your father was an inspiration.!
Launce M Turner
August 21, 2013
He became my brother in law when he married Luchie Valencia. Even though things changed Ernie remained a brother in law as Luchie is still a sister in law to me. Ernie will be missed but I am honored to have an awesome nephew in the man that Scott is becoming! I guess I haven't lost a brother in law if his memory remains...
Cheers Ernie!
Pax
Lonnie
Gregory Fite
August 21, 2013
We'll really miss Ernie, his friendly smile, his pure joy and fluidity on the dance floor and his funny sense of humor. He raised a fine son in Scott, and I know Ernie will be looking after him from heaven. He was very sharp, witty, financially savvy and hardworking, but most of all, he was big-hearted and really cared about people. RIP, dear friend.
Lea Gonzales
August 21, 2013
Ernie will be missed! He was one of the nicest man I know. My deepest sympathies & prayers to the Woodfeldt family.
Tom Heim
August 21, 2013
Too soon, but Heaven gets a good man.
August 21, 2013
It broked my heart when I received an email about Ernie's passing. Ernie was a great colleague and a great friend. I will truly miss him. One of the kindest human being I've ever known.
My deepest condolences to Scott and his family.
"Ernie, who will now guide me on my 401k contribution?"
Rest in Peace Brother...
Charlotte Anderson
August 21, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jeri Uematsu
August 21, 2013
Dear Scott and family...... I dated Ernie for four years from 1995. We had been friends ever since and I cherished our friendship more than anything. I always said "you're the smartest person I know" but more than that he was the kindest most caring person I knew. I can't believe he's gone but am sure he's in a better place now. God bless Scott, Lois, Paula, Rita, and the rest of the family
Linda Phon
August 21, 2013
The halls of "the Ranch" will not be the same without your smile to light them. I will miss your hugs and random desk drive-bys.
Linda Phon
August 21, 2013
Even though Ernie will be missed by his family and many friends, I smile when I think of him now dancing on the clouds with the Angels and flattering them with his charm and wit.
Diane (McKendry) Joel
August 21, 2013
Ernie I am so sorry to have lost you so soon after we reconnected just last year. My deepest condolences to your family; you are dearly missed.
Joanne Amavisca
August 21, 2013
Dear Scott and Family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Ernie was a fantastic man and great neighbor. We were in touch since we moved in 2002. When we last spoke a few months ago, he was saying how proud he was of Scott and his accomplishments and what a fine young man he had become. Scott . . . I hope you get a little comfort in knowing how much your dad loved you and how proud he was of you.
Jonathan Eeds
August 21, 2013
Ernie was family and freind and I will greatly miss him.
August 21, 2013
When school was over for the day, Ernie would often stroll in, have a seat, and talk about Scott or anything else on his mind. It was never a quick conversation. We talked...and he will be a pleasant memory. Elaine Lingle
August 20, 2013
I feel a deep sense of loss and will miss Ernie's bright smile and his never-ending thoughtfulness. I send my sincerest condolences to entire Woodfeldt family and will pray that you each find comfort and strength from the knowledge that he was loved and respected by so many people.
Melinda Tatro
August 20, 2013
So many childhood memories. My thought and prayers are with the family.
The Staff of Graham-Hitch Mortuary
August 20, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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