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Ernest Titus Obituary
Ernest Frederick Titus Junior 85, peacefully passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at his home Hampshire Manor in Roseville, California. Ernie is survived by his wife Dorthy and together they had four children; Tim, Phil, Jill and Mark, 14 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Ernie had a distinguished teaching career of 40 years at Roseville High School and Independence High School. Memorial services will be at Saint John's Episcopal Church in Roseville on Saturday February 10 at 1 p.m.
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Caleb Titus
January 22, 2025
sadly I never knew him but I hope to join the army just like he did
Isla dal Piaz Hall
February 11, 2018
To the Titus family, especially remembered, as parents with 4 children in tow, the Titus family rushed into church just in time and filled up a row. I observed this cute couple and realized this was the best job I could see: parent. Ernie carried himeslf well into the hearts of us as students at Roseville High and attend the class reunions of 1964 every 5 years for as long as he could. He will be missd
Laura Bullard
February 8, 2018
Jill and family, my thoughts and prayers are with your whole family. Hugs to you all. I will always remember your dad's laugh. It brought a smile to my face and will always echo in my mind. You all (kids and grandkids) are a testament to his life. He touched so many throughout the years.
January 26, 2018
IT IS WITHSUCH PRIDE AS I READ THE MANY KIND WORDS FROM FRIENDS WHO LIVES WERE TOUCHED BY MY DEAR BROTHER .ERNIE. ERNIE WAS THE 7TH CHILD OF A FAMILY OF EIGHT. HE WAS ALWAY A FUN AND CARING PERSON. MY
PRAYERS AND LOVE TO HIS PRECIOUS FAMILY
. WE WILL ALL MISS YOU DEAR BROTHER ALICE AND FAMILY
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Stan and Lenore First Name
January 25, 2018
Our family had the privilege of spending a lot of time with Ernie and all the Titus Family here and in the summers at Lake Tahoe. He was a great example of living by the principles in which he believed- strong ties with God and a firm belief in the importance of family. We especially enjoyed his sense of humor and fun ideas to keep all the kids and adults occupied. We will miss you, Ernie, but know you are resting in peace. May your family find peace also.
David Navarro
January 25, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Titus family. Ernie was more than a teacher to me, he was an educator. His abilities to educate was never more apparent than when I was a member of his speech and debate team. His coaching style helped me refine my speeches and delivery so I could enter speech competitions with confidence. Even today when I am asked to speak at my own joyful and sorrowful family occasions, I think of Ernie. I will always be very grateful for the encouragement he brought in my life. My only regret is that I was never a member of his tennis team because my backhand is still terrible. God Bless you Ernie, Rest In Peace.
Charles & Barbara Murphy
January 25, 2018
We became friends with Dorothy and Ernie as neighbors in Sierra Gardens and at St.John's Episcopal Church. Ernie was a wonderful man, a gifted teacher and a fellow native of Massachusetts. Our condolences to the Titus family.
Sheldon Norberg
January 25, 2018
Ernie was the single most formative teacher in my life. His tutelage over 4 years of speech and debate gave me the foundation in argumentation, logic, and public speaking that made me a critically thinking, nationally ranked speaker, author and stage performer, albeit somewhat sloppy tennis player.
I will never forget his cheerful demeanor, his concerned warnings - "That's a bad scene, Norberg," or the fact that "A fact is a statement which can be proven true or false."
I had the good fortune to reach out to him last year and tell him personally what he meant to me.
My condolences and love to his family, Dot, Tim, Phil, Jill, and Mark. He will be missed.
Ron Grove
January 23, 2018
Condolences to the family. He was a great man and a great teacher. He taught me so much and helped me grow as a teacher. It was an honor to follow him as PA announcer for Roseville football.
Ron Grove
Roseville High School
Dino Tramontini
January 22, 2018
How sad - Mr Titus has passed away. (it is how I will always think of him) My condolences to Dorthy, Tim, Phil, Jill and Mark and of course all of his grandchildren. Mr Titus was a great and kind teacher. I enjoyed being taught discussion and debate by him. I can remember playing toy cars with Tim while we waited for the school bus at their house, Mr Titus would often joke and kid he was good to be around.
Take care all.
January 22, 2018
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, MAY GOD'S LOVING KINDNESS COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME PSALM 29:11.TAKE CARE
Virginia Morales
January 21, 2018
I send my condolences to the Titus families! Especially to you Tim! You were closest to my brother John Morales and I remember you last as we both worked in lawn maintenance and attended Sierra college Baptist Church. May God comfort you and give you peace and joy in the days ahead.
Jim Brown
January 21, 2018
My prayers for God's comfort and peace to be with you all as your mourn Ernie's passing. I remember so well, the days when I had him as my debate teacher at Roseville High. I can still hear his giggle when one of us would get stumped trying to deliver our speeches in his class. That made it worse! But we all laughed about it afterwards. He helped make it a fun class to be in. His son Tim and I were good friends all through school and so was able to see him and his family on a social basis from time to time. He too insisted that I call him Ernie after our high school days. A very caring person is how I will always remember Ernie Titus.
Lenore Batiste/Reed
January 21, 2018
Our family grew up spending lots of fun times with the Titus family. Ernie Titus is a wonderful teacher, special friend and extraordinary family man who will be dearly missed.
My heartfelt sympathy to all who love Ernie.
Judith Long Hayashi
January 21, 2018
My deepest condolences to the whole family. Mr. Titus was one of my favorite teachers at RUHS and he made such an impression on me that I have spent the last 30 years teaching high school kids. I hope as a teacher I did him proud.
Robert Metke
January 21, 2018
My condolences. My Dad Doc Metke had Mr Titus when he went to High school . After they became good Friends. When I first met Mr Titus I was just going to start Roseville High. Remember when my dad introduced us he said you can call me Mr. Titus. I had Mr Titus as a Teacher in my senior year , he was one of my favorite teachers. When I graduated I had to turn my cap and gown to him as I did he said now you can call me Ernie. RIP Mr Titus .
Tricia Nutter
January 21, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. It was an absolute privilege to take care of him the short time I did at Hampshire. He had such a great personality and I completely adored him. Sending you all tons of love and treasure those memories you guys have. Such a wonderful man ♡♡♡.
Chip Thompson
January 21, 2018
My condolences to the Titus Family, Mr. Titus was by far my favorite teacher in High School, took his Economics classes, and the was a T.A. for him. A truely great teacher!
Michael Stiles
January 20, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Titus family. Mr Titus was a very entertaining teacher. I loved discussing economics and everything government in his classes I had. Always sharp witted and knowledgeable, he made class meaningful and fun. The world was a better place with him in it. We will miss him.....
Paul Estridge
January 20, 2018
My condolences to the family. It was a privilege to teach with Ernie at Roseville High School. His wit, learning, and sense of purpose made him a great teacher and leader, and I had great respect for him.
Andrea Bermudez
January 20, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences. I grew up with Mr. and Mrs. Titus, Tim, my dearest and lifelong friend Phil, Jill and Mark as neighborhood friends. Mr. Titus was one of the kindest men I had the pleasure of knowing since childhood. As a teen he also became my teacher. Rest in peace Mr. Titus. May God bless all his family with peace and strength during this most difficult time.
January 20, 2018
Mr. Titus was a great teacher. God bless you all.
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