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Ernest Hankins Obituary

HANKINS Ernest Hankins, 86, of Little Rock, died Wednesday afternoon at Arkansas Hospice. He was born in Warren Arkansas in 1923. A graduate of Warren High School, he joined the Air Force and served as a navigator. He then enrolled at Hendrix College and earned a bachelor degree in business. He would later establish a successful interior design business in Houston Texas. He was the primary designer for the Warwick Hotel in Houston, and the luxury suites in the New Orleans Superdome, when the Saints were owned by Texas oil man John Mecom. Ernest is survived by four children: Randy of Little Rock, and Phil of Hot Springs; Kathy Kelly of Little Rock and Leslee Parker of Carlisle. He has five grandchildren and five great grand children. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 2, 2010, 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, in Little Rock, officiated by The Very Reverend Jonathon Jensen. A graveside service will be held at a later date in Warren, Arkansas. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 29, 2010.

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Debbie & Gus Stansbury

February 1, 2010

It is with a heavy heart that I sign this book. Ernie was the BEST. My husband worked with him for many years and all I can say is he will be missed dearly by all that knew and Loved him. He was one of a kind and no one could match his wit. He assisted us in picking out marble and other things for
our house when we were renovating. The last time I spoke to him was around his
birthday last year (I think). I will never forget him and all the great times we had together. With your memories of your wonderful father he will forever be in your hearts. With deepest sympathy to all of you. I will
never forget him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chuck Sudduth

January 31, 2010

Ernie was a true gentleman and a dear friend. My condolences to his loved ones.

Chuck Sudduth
New Orleans/Bangkok

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