Genevieve Lenore Ernst

Genevieve Lenore Ernst June 1, 1915 - July 25, 2006 Hopson-Anspach Family Mortuary Genevieve Lenore Ernst passed on to see the Lord on Tuesday, July 25th, at Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, California with family members by her side. She was 91 years of age. Genevieve fought lymphoma cancer and other ailments in her latter years. She finally succumbed to congestive heart failure. Genevieve's maiden name was Geimer. She was always proud to say that she was a native of Bakersfield. She loved this town very much. She was born on June 1, 1915, and was one of eight children born in Bakersfield. Her parents were Lawrence and Anne Geimer, who came to Bakersfield from Chicago. Genevieve is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl A. Ernst Sr., in 1981, four sisters and one brother. She is survived by her two sons, Earl Anthony Ernst and Brian Ernst and their wives, respectively, Lois Ernst and Wendy Ernst. Genevieve is also survived by three granddaughters and a grand-son-in-law, Jeremiah Blakemore. Her granddaughters are Katrina Blakemore, Alycia Ernst, and Kelly Ernst. In addition, she is survived by two sisters, Alice Jonas and June Booth, both of Bakersfield. Genevieve is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Genevieve went to local Bakersfield public schools and St. Francis Catholic School. She graduated from Kern County Union High School (BHS) in 1933. In her early adult years, she worked at Brock's Department Store. In the early 1940's, she worked as a radio dispatcher and fire alarm operator for the Bakersfield Fire Department. She also worked as a secretary for the then Superintendent of Schools, John Compton. In the late 1940's, Genevieve married her beloved husband, Earl A. Ernst, who was the owner and founder of Ernst Bros. Manufacturing. During her married life, she was active in many organizations such as, the Women's Club of Bakersfield, Catholic Daughters, Native Daughters of the Golden West, Charter Member of the Mercy Hospital Auxiliary, contributing member of the Mercy Hospital Foundation, Symphony Associates, and with her husband was a longtime member of the Bakersfield Country Club. Genevieve was a very loving and giving person. She not only gave of her time, but also contributed to many worthwhile organizations to help those in need. She was a devout Catholic who practiced her Christian faith. She has been a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church for many years and in recent years has been an active member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. The family would like to thank Genevieve's doctors, namely, Dr. Madan Mukhopadhyay and Dr. Dale Herriott. Also, they would like to thank all of Genevieve's caregivers who were so helpful in keeping her comfortable. In particular, the family would like to thank Olivia Hinojos and Lynette Evaro who worked for her for a number of years. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, July 28, 2006, 3:00-8:00 p.m., at Hopson-Anspach Family Mortuary Chapel. The Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at Hopson-Anspach Family Mortuary Chapel, on Friday, July 28, 2006, at 7:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass celebrating Genevieve's life will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2006, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 124 Columbus St. The Mass will be celebrated by Monsignor Michael Braun. A graveside service will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 9101 Kern Canyon Rd. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association.

This obituary was originally published in the Bakersfield Californian.