Ernest Cullen Weed, Jr. "Ernie" died on April 20, 2016 in Bellingham, Washington at the age of 73 from complications of diabetes. Ernie was born on October 26, 1942 in Clarksdale, Mississippi to Ernest Cullen Weed and Kathryn O'Keefe Weed. He graduated from Meridian High School; served in the US Navy; and graduated from Western Washington State College with a degree in industrial technology. He married Linda Kratzig in 1966. Ernie worked for Alaska Packers Association and Dakota Creek Industries. Ernie is survived by his wife, Linda of 50 years; children Ernie III (Stephanie), Kristina (Tom), and Brian; "The Littles" Quinn, Cole, Abbie and Paige; sisters Lana (Joan), Melanie and April (Ken) and numerous other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Virginia and Betty. Ernie loved hunting, fishing, the companionship of his beloved dogs, and was an accomplished gardener. He enjoyed providing his friends and loved ones with free advice. At Ernie's request, no services will be held. Memorials can be made to Hospice House of Whatcom County, 2806 Douglas Ave, Bellingham, Washington 98225. Please share your thoughts and memories online at www.sigsfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Apr. 27, 2016.

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Melanie

April 22, 2025

I am glad we went on our fishing trip. What a wonderful memory almost as memorial as you singing Love stinks while driving in your truck with little Ernie on broadway . Miss you !!!!!

Mel

April 23, 2024

I miss you .Thank you for everything you did for me .Hope you and grandpa and Brett are fishing in heaven .

Melanie Weed

August 17, 2023

I miss you and love you very much . I will always remember our fishing trip in Alaska with Ben Love Melanie

Emi Jepperson Fredlund

May 2, 2016

Dear Weed Family, I remember Lana and Ernie (and Lana) from Elizabeth Park and the neighborhood when we lived on Park Street in the 1950's and 60's. I remember that one time some older kids were harassing me to get off the merry go round and Ernie said: "If anybody bothers you just let me know and they'll be sorry." He always looked after the little kids and he was like having another big brother around. My sincere sympathy to you and may your wonderful and warm memories of him help you through your sorrow. Emi

gene chronister

May 1, 2016

Melanie and family,sorry for your loss. Hang in there

Kitty Reynolds McGinnis

April 28, 2016

I'm sorry for your loss. I remember playing with Ernie & Lana in Elizabeth Park when we were kids. He was older, but was still part
of the old park gang I remember from childhood. I often wondered what became of him. I'm glad he had a good life & glad I knew him. May his memories bring you all peace. Kitty Reynolds Mcginnis

Debbie Seholm

April 28, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. I am sending prayers up for you and your family.

Sandy Grant

April 27, 2016

Linda and Family==I understand that Ernie had to endure a lot of pain and suffering in his last years. It is so hard to have to deal with all of life's challenges but thankfully he is not having to make any more of his decisions. Peace be with all of your family==SANDY GRANT

Pamela Halderman

April 27, 2016

Such a great neighbor, I loved his free advice. The saying goes that if you don't plant your garden in the spring you will have to grovel in the fall. Ernie and Linda never made us grovel always so very generous with their fruits and veggies. Ernie will be missed. I hope he is planting his garden in heaven. Love and hugs -Tim Pam and Brent Halderman

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