Ernest H. Banzy

dear mary, my deepest sympathy for your loss. uncle ernie was my godfather and directly influenced my photographic career. of couse i would not be here if he did not bring my navy dad home with him during the war. uncle ernie introduced my dad to my mom and grandma's cooking. the rest is history.
he was a man with a big heart and a great laugh who loved large. as a kid i remember his visits to boston were filled with fishing trips, lobster dinners, card parties cookouts and lots of...

Thank you Mary Lynn for the years you provided for and cared for my uncle. He loved you very much!
Things I remember:
Ernie sleeping in our attic on Anthony Street when he returned from the Navy in WW11. I think I was about 4-5 years old.
The endless pictures Ernie took of my brother and myself as kids.
The wonderful house he and Vera built with their own hands.
The first time my son Jon rode a tractor was in Erie's back yard.
The trips to Boston and staying...

Dear Mary:

We send our love and prayers, we will miss Ernie, he was a special person. Janet and Rich Kapes (Solon, Ohio)

Ernie was the nicest person I've ever known and one of the best gymers at the DTJ, he will be in my thoughts and prayers as will all his family. Mary I send my love. Fondly, Janet Kapes

Dearest Mary - Our thoughts, prayers, deepest sympathy and love go out to you on yours and our loss of a very dear friend. Ernie had a smile and personality that lit up a room when he walked into it. He was a kind, sweet person who will be missed very much. Cherish the happy moments. His love is with you forever.

Marilyn,

I know Uncle Ernie is in a wonderful place, and I also know that you will miss him very much. That is one of life's paradoxes. The degree to which we suffer a loss is in direct proportion to the degree to which we loved and enjoyed the life of Uncle Ernie. Uncle Ernie had a contagious laugh--always a smile on his face, had a positive outlook on life--never saying anything bad about anyone, was caring and compassionate--always giving himself to everyone he came in contact...