Samuel Richard Ernest, age 22, of Chicago, dear son of Jacqueline Ernest and Alfred (Tina) Ernest; dear grandson of Norma and the late Alan and Wilma and Coleman Bahrmasel; dear great-grandson of Olivia (late Alfred) Flores; brother of Chessa 
Ernest, Blair Ernest, Maxwell Ernest and 
Jillian David; uncle of Tatiana Ernest; nephew of many aunts and uncles. Visitation at the Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home, 201 N. Northwest Hwy., Palatine, IL 60067-5359. from 3 p.m. until time of Funeral Service at 7:30 p.m. Monday, October 6, 2008. Interment private. For information
847-358-7411.

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Tina Santiago
October 5, 2009
So hard to believe it has been a year. I hope you have found peace.
Chessa Ernest
November 16, 2008
I think about this every day
We all get old and fade away
But through it all I'll never forget you
I realize I post on your facebook group thing a lot. And I write you a letter every day. And I'm writing a book, sort of. So I'm not sure why I feel the need to post on here again as well, but I do. I just want you to know how much you mean to me and I feel as though talking to you everywhere that I can shows it. I know you're with me wherever I go. You were the most important person in my world, it still doesn't feel real that you're gone. But I will never say goodbye because that sounds too permanent. I'll see you again someday, so there's no need for goodbyes. 
I love you, Sam. I'll never stop, even when I'm no longer breathing. Forever and ever.
Jackie Ernest
October 27, 2008
Sam,
It has taken me a long time to bring myself to write a message. I am sorry for that. However, I wanted to make sure I said exactly what I wanted to say. I know I told you this before but I want to make sure you fully understand the wonderful impact you made on the kids, Chessa, Blair and Max. You were a great brother to them and they could not have asked for better. They will always love you and they will never forget you. For your grandma Wilma, what can I say? She is a wreck and she has really taken this very badly. She too loves you and misses you.  For myself, I remember when you came to live with me and your dad at 5 years old, you were just the cuttest thing ever. Remember what magazine I found you reading in the closet? That will be our little secret. We had a wonderful  relationship from the beginning and I only wish you would have told me how much pain you were in. I want you to know that I could not have asked for a better son than you and I LOVE you and I will miss you tremendously forever.
Love always, Mom (Jackie)
rick ernest
October 23, 2008
Bryan M.
I think there really aren't many good words to describe the horror that so many people feel about losing Sam. I can imagine the pain that you are feeling and I share that pain. Pray for him, please.
Brian Mahoney
October 16, 2008
There are no words to describe.
Cecily Santiago
October 13, 2008
Sam, I'm so sorry I never got the chance to know you better... I will always regret letting the opportunity slip by. I miss you and I love you. You were the only brother I've ever had. You always were cool, you laughed at my jokes that my mom didn't understand. I always meant to talk to you more, and now I never can. I love you. I hope you're happy wherever you are now.
Jillian David
October 12, 2008
Sam i miss you a lot i regret that i never really spent any time with you when we got older and i wish i could change that. I remember a lot how it used to be when me you and chessa all lived together. I miss you so much and will love you forever. I hope you are in a better place and u are finally free of whatever you had to deal wit. you were my only big brother and i love you so much you were the greatest
Ashli Gasteier
October 10, 2008
sam,
  i'm still in shock. i can't believe your gone. he had some really fun times some bad times but i'm just glad you were apart of my life. there were thigns that i should've apologized for that i never did and now it's to late and i can't take anything back. i wish i could've seen you one last time. i miss you sam. and watch over chessa she misses you so much. we all miss you and love you and we always will
Seneca Bryan
October 9, 2008
Sam, 
    It was great to meet you on your journey at Trader Joe's.  You were a hard worker, and we all had a lot of fun working with you. (Sorry about the fish taco incident)! Sam, you will truly be missed. Our hearts go out to your family and friends.
Brittany & Celeste Mahoney
October 7, 2008
Sam, 
 I don't even know where to begin. I have always loved you as my brother. You were always there. No matter where we went, you went with us even when it wasn't very far. So many memories my head hurts trying to remember them all, wishing there could be more. I know you're in a far better place and watching each of us who loved you. We will live for you. Each moment we have, we will be thinking of you. I'll love you forever and miss you until I see you again. Forever you will be a part of our family. Thanks for the good times and the moments we will never forget. Those will be the conversations in the future. God rest my brother in Heaven. <3

<3
Chessa, Max and Blair Ernest
October 7, 2008
Sam, I know this is a few days late, but me, Max and Blair love you more than anything and we miss you so much. We hope you are happy wherever you are and you will be in our hearts forever and ever. You were the greatest brother we could have asked for.
Rachel Lewis
October 7, 2008
Sam, I miss you so much and it's only been a few days. Before last night I hadn't seen for almost 2 months, who would have thought it would have been the last time? I wish I would have said something more. I miss you so much and I can't believe you're gone. I hope you're happy, and I know you're free. I can't wait to see you again.

Found some old photos....
October 6, 2008

Found some old photos....
October 6, 2008
Claire Molinari
October 6, 2008
Rick and Family,
Our hearts go out to you all, this is a very difficult time and we wish we could be with you now. Sam will always have a special place in our hearts and we will truly miss him here on Earth. Our thoughts are with you all.
Love,
Nick, Claire and Angie
Lexie Moravec
October 6, 2008
Sam,
You are a amazing person and I am so thankful that I had you in my life! I hope you are at peace now and I will one day see you again. You are one person I will never forget. My heart goes out to your family and friends, I love you Sam and I will truely miss you!
Sheri Martino
October 6, 2008
Sammie~
  May your friends and family take some comfort in knowing that you are watching out for them, from above.  I hope you are at peace. 
 God Bless.
Megan Lewis
October 6, 2008
Sam,
I love you and miss you.
You were like a brother to me.
You are forever in my heart.
I hope you found peace and happiness.
I miss you.
~Megan
Marti Hindaileh
October 5, 2008
Dear Jackie and family, 
My heart and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow.  May God comfort you and bring peace to the memory of your beloved son and brother Sam.
rick ernest
October 5, 2008
Dear Sam, 
I love you and will always miss you ,Bubba.  Hopefully we'll be together playing catch or fishing with grandpa someday in Heaven. 
Love, Dad.
Paulette Sanders
October 5, 2008
I love and miss you Sam.
May God bless and keep you.
You gave so much more in this life than you think.
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