Ernest S. Blake, Jr.

i miss the big guy very much

i think of him ever day

loved him like a brother he ran my business when i was on the road he made more money then i did most weeks

My deepest sympathy for your family. Ernie and I worked together at Ruger. He was a special, kind man.

I miss seeing Ernie's smiling face, hearing his voice and seeing what t-shirt he had on for the day. He was such a great man, so giving and kind. His heart was as big as he was. He lit up a room like he lit up the quarry CB radio, always with something hilarious in the way only the Big E could do. He could flip a bad mood into a good mood in a word. Thank you Ernie for your gifts and kindness. You will always be missed and loved. Hasta La Vista friend.

He was a trusting friend we had many good times over the 50 years I have know him I will miss him

In loving memory to a wonderful person. I will greatly miss you, our stories, & laughter always. I know you wouldn’t want me, family, & friends to be sad, that was you always watching over those who meant so much to you. Thanks to memories we will always hold you near, and dear to us.. May you Rest In Peace my dearest friend..

Ernie was a real individual. Big hearted and beyond generous, super with all kids and dogs. His cheerful upbeat manner made you feel better the minute he entered the room. He was always a dependable ,loyal friend who went the extra mile for you. He was a part of my extended family from way back when. Stopping in every Thanksgiving for a piece of my mothers Pecan pie. He was around for many of the milestone memories made within my large family, never far from any of us. My first thought when I...