Ernest Noah Brothers

Ernest Noah Brothers obituary, Wellsburg, WV

Ernest Noah Brothers

Ernest Brothers Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James Funeral Home - Follansbee on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Ernest Noah Brothers, 71 of Follansbee, WV, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at his residence.
Ernie was born on February 4, 1953 in Steubenville, OH. He was the son of the late Clinton and Frances (Thompson) Brothers.
Ernie worked at Ball Corporation in Weirton, WV for 27 years. He attended The Foundery Church, Wellsburg, WV. Many will remember Ernie for his love of fishing.
In addition to his parents, Ernie was preceded in death by his first wife, Shelia (Barnhart) Brothers, second wife, Eileen Mae "Sis" (Nelson) Brothers, a son, Adam Clinton Brothers and a brother, John Brothers.
Ernie is survived by his daughter, Marissa "Missy" Ely and her husband, Ronnie of Steubenville, OH, two siblings, Barbara Lynn Zak and her husband, Raymond of Colliers, WV and Clinton "Leigh" Brothers of Follansbee, WV and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, January 31, 2025 from 4:00 PM until time of Funeral Service at 6:00 PM at the James Funeral Home, Follansbee, WV (304)527-1717 with Pastor Bobby Westfall, officiating.
Private interment will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery, Follansbee, WV.
The family would like to thank Debi Vukelic and Aaron Heldreth for their love, care and support of Ernie through the years.
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