Ernest Ierardi Obituary

Ierardi, Ernest J.

Pittsford: October 14, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Roberta "Ginger"; sons, Michael (Gretchen Umholtz), Stephen (Erica); daughter, Marguerite (David) Bird; grandchildren, Daphne Mir, Weston Ierardi; sisters, Nina (Nicholas) Timar, Mary (John) O'Brien, sister-in-law Justine Matthews and many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Ernie was born in Boston, Massachusetts, November 14, 1936. He attended Yale University, where he studied economics and political science and participated in the Navy ROTC program. Upon graduation in 1958, he received his commission as ensign, USN and married his high school sweetheart, Roberta Hackett.The young couple moved to his post at Pearl Harbor. After military service, Ernie entered Yale Law School in the fall of 1961 and upon graduation moved to Rochester, NY to become an associate with the firm then known as Nixon Hargrave Devans & Doyle, now Nixon Peabody. As partner by the 1970s, he was respected for his work in the emerging fields of environmental and utility law. His numerous contributions to the Public Utility Section of the American Bar Association were recognized in 2014 with the inaugural Samuel H. Porter Service Award. He was a longtime parishioner of St. Thomas More Catholic Church and his generosity extended to many civic, cultural, and charitable organizations in the Rochester area. He was a kind, humble and gentle person and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Friends may call on Sunday, October 19th from 4-7pm at the funeral chapel (2305 Monroe Avenue). A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, October 20th at 10:30am, St. Thomas More Church, 2617 East Ave. Interment will be held privately at a later date in New Haven, CT. Memorial donations may be directed to the Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Memorial Hospital or to the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. To share a memory or a condolence with the family visit www.anthonychapels.com.

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Oct. 16 to Oct. 19, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Ierardi

11 Entries

October 20, 2014

Ginger: Joan and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. Ernie was a gem and the two of you seemed so perfect together.
I have the most wonderful memories of Ernie's leadership and commitment to our EEI Legal Committee. He never really "retired" because his intellectual curiosity and interest continued with each and every one of our meetings. I was always amazed by the long list of topics and questions he submitted before each of our Planning meetings and his curiosity throughout. And I will never forget his insistence that our Committee reach out to assure that we welcomed a diverse selection of upcoming lawyers as speakers as well as members.
Joan and I always enjoyed having you at our meetings. It was like seeing old friends, not acquaintances. If you ever want to join us, we will go out of our way to make you feel welcome and engaged. Our prayers and fondest memories are with you and your family. God bless you. Ed Comer and Joan Schaffer.

Stephanie Vitanza

October 20, 2014

Margie,
Condolences to you and your family, I am so very sorry. Please know I am thinking of you and sending thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

October 19, 2014

Marguerite,

My condolences to you and your family during this time of loss.
Paula E. Smith - PHS 1982

Lynn Bufka

October 18, 2014

Dear Margie and family, We are thinking of you and hope the support and love you have for one another are providing some comfort now. Know that you are all in our hearts and prayers. Peace, Lynn, Conrad and Josh

October 18, 2014

Dear Margie, David, and Family,
We extend our sincerest condolences to you and the entire family. This is certainly a sad and difficult time, especially losing a special person in your lives but thinking of the great memories you all have of your Dad can only help. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy Pat & Ray Hanbury

Sherry Walter

October 18, 2014

Dear Mrs. Ierardi, Margie, Stephen and Michael,

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Ierardi as a good and kind man, gentle & unassuming. A man of valor. I will pray for the repose of his soul. May fond memories of your life together comfort you during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

October 18, 2014

Ginger and family--My tears, love and prayers. Betty Lundy

Donna Hastings

October 17, 2014

Margie,
Condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. It was enlightening to read the wonderful obituary about your dad. It is clear that he made a difference in the lives of many. Please take care of yourselves and spend time thinking of the happy memories especially the funny times. My heart is there with you.

George & Marty Henkel

October 17, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. As neighbors for so many years, we enjoyed meeting them and continuing our friendship. From the very beginning of our time here in Rochester, Ernie and Ginger have been our angels over and over. Please know of our prayers and tears at this time. God Bless you.

Debra Perry

October 16, 2014

Hi Family,

May God continue to bless you now and in the future. May you be able to focus on the good times rather than think about the sad time which is here and now.

Norma Rappl

October 16, 2014

Ernie was a nice gentleman. I knew him from St. Thomas More Church. He will be missed. My thoughts & Prayers are with the family. Norma Rappl

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