Virginia Beach, VA — Ernest Daniels, Jr 77, Virginia Beach, VA passed peacefully on January 17, 2020. He was born in Laurinburg, NC as the son of Ernest and Mary Daniels. He earned his BA at Jacksonville University, Jacksonville, FL. As a young man he served in the US Army as an Infantry First Lieutenant in Vietnam. He was awarded a Bronze Star with a "V" for valor and a Purple Heart. Afterwards, he worked as a sales professional in the steamship business and in Real Estate. Ernest loved to fish and visit with most anyone.
Ernest is preceded in death by his wife Joan Boudreaux of New Orleans, LA. and is survived by his daughter Morgan Daniels of Virginia Beach. He is also survived by his brother Phil Daniels, Salisbury, NC, and many cousins.
Ernest will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to Hospice.
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Archie Paul
February 27, 2020
Rest in Peace my friend.
My sincere condolences to the family.
Ernest was a fine gentleman and I will miss our talks.
Ann Mcquee
February 27, 2020
I am sadden by the passing of Ernest as we had so much fun growing up. It was always fun to see each other and catch up.
I never knew he had won the honors for serving his country.
Ann Sanford McQueen
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