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Ernest Offredo Obituary
Ernest J. Offredo, Jr., age 60, of Crown Point, IN, formerly of Hammond, passed away Friday, May 8, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Josefina; son, Haven Offredo of Crown Point; daughter, Selena (Joshua) Brewer of Long Beach, CA; sister, Sandy Miller of Tucson, AZ; many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and good friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Sr. and Mary Offredo. Funeral services Tuesday, May 12, 2009 DIRECTLY at Our Lady of Consolation, 8303 Taft St., Merrillville. Mr. Offredo will lie in state at the church from 11:30 a.m. till time of Mass at 12 noon with Fr. Kevin Huber officiating. At rest Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit with the family Monday from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at the Solan-Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Avenue, Schererville. Prayer service 3:30 p.m. at the funeral Home. Ernest was a long time area resident, graduate of Ball State University, Class of 1971 and member of Our Lady of Consolation Church. A member of the Crown Point American Legion Post 20 who will post colors Monday 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. He was Captain in the U.S. Air Force; retired Captain from American Airlines with 23 years of service and had worked at Mobil Chemical.
Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Offredo
Jerry Gaughan
August 2, 2009
This past week I received the latest edition of the Ball State Alumni magazine. With sadness, I read about Ernie's passing in May. We shared classes at the high school and college levels. His smile lingers in my mind. A first rate guy that will be missed by many.
Gene and Mary Rose Kellar
May 14, 2009
Josie, Selena, and Haven-
We are so sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. We remember the years spent at St. Catherine of Siena. We always enjoyed talking with all of you and working together for the school. Our sincere sympathy.
Daniel McKendry
May 12, 2009
I flew a trip with Ernie in October 2003. That was the only opportunity I had to fly with him, but he stood out to me because everyone we ran into knew him and genuinely liked him. A few even expressed to me how much they liked working with him. I was impressed by the positive influence he had on those around him.
I am sorry for your loss.
Jerry Kruczek
May 11, 2009
Josie--
I'm very sorry to hear about Ernie. He and I were very good friends in high school and Ernie spent many hours at our house which was only a block from his home on Indianapolis Blvd. He was a wonderful person and I really enjoyed our friendship. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
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The Severa's
May 11, 2009
We will always celebrate the memory of Ernie. He was truely a great man with a gentle smile.
Love Ortiz Family
May 11, 2009
Tia Josie, cousins Selena and Haven, Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family...Tio Ernie was a great man and will be greatly missed....We have a lot of wonderful memories of him....Know that we are here for you all...Tio Ernie your smiling face will never be forgotten!!! We love you...
Pat Enright
May 11, 2009
I have fond memories of going to high school with Ernie. He was very friendly, always smiling and a handsome guy! I am so sorry for your loss.
Jeffery and Nancy Stoll
May 11, 2009
Very sad to hear of the passing of Ernie. Our sincere condolences to the family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Wendy Rivas-Evenson
May 11, 2009
Selena, Mrs. Offredo & Haven,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine the heartache you must feel. I know I don't have to tell you what a nice person your dad was. Please know that you're in my prayers.
Sherry Sanders
May 11, 2009
Josie,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and watch over all of you during this difficult time.
Ed and Linda Sulicz
May 11, 2009
Josie - our sincere condolences to you and your family. Remembering all the fun we had skiing at Harbor Cove and meeeting in London with our families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emily Fields
May 11, 2009
As a friend of Selena's in college, I was able to meet Ernie and enjoy his sense of humor. He always had a smile for Selena's friends and his warmth was always appreciated. My heart goes out to Josie, Haven and Selena - you are in my thoughts and prayers. Ernie will be missed.
Larry & Cathy Brackett
May 11, 2009
Dear Josie,
Larry had the honor of flying with Ernie the month of April 1987. You and I flew down to Acapulco earlier in the day, to spend their layover with them (attached is a picture). I had been married less than a year, and you had at least 10 years and two kids by then. I learned so much from you that afternoon about marriage and children. The four of us went out to dinner that evening by the cliff divers. Remember how hot it was? Larry and I have always remembered that trip because we went from being strangers one day, to friends the next. It was a blessing to spend time with two happily married, kind, good-natured people, and loving parents too. For the next 20 years, every time we’d see Ernie at work, he’d always have a smile on his face, and update us on his family. He loved you and the kids very much, and it showed when he spoke of you.
When we heard the tragic news, both of us cried for your loss. Ernie was a good man, whom every one liked. It was truly a privilege knowing him and working alongside him at American Airlines. Ernie will be missed. We are so sorry for your heartache, and pray that God will soften your pain. We pray as time goes by, you’ll be able to smile again as you remember the happy times with Ernie. God bless you and your children.
Blessings,
Larry Brackett –AA Captain
Cathy Brackett –AA Flight Attendant
Larry & Cathy Brackett
May 10, 2009
Dear Josie,
Larry had the honor of flying with Ernie the month of April 1987. You and I flew down to Acapulco earlier in the day, to spend their layover with them (attached is are 2 pictures). I had been married less than a year, and you had at least 10 years and two kids by then. I learned so much from you that afternoon about marriage and children. The four of us went out to dinner that evening by the cliff divers. Remember how hot it was? Larry and I have always remembered that trip because we went from being strangers one day, to friends the next. It was a blessing to spend time with two happily married, kind, good-natured people, and loving parents too. For the next 20 years, every time we’d see Ernie at work, he’d always have a smile on his face, and update us on his family. He loved you and the kids very much, and it showed when he spoke of you.
When we heard the tragic news, both of us cried for your loss. Ernie was a good man, whom every one liked. It was truly a privilege knowing him and working alongside him at American Airlines. Ernie will be missed. We are so sorry for your heartache, and pray that God will soften your pain. We pray as time goes by, you’ll be able to smile again as you remember the happy times with Ernie. God bless you and your children.
Blessings,
Larry Brackett –AA Captain
Cathy Brackett –AA Flight Attendant
Larry & Cathy ACA 1987
May 10, 2009
Ernie & Josie ACA 1987
May 10, 2009
Denis Holmes
May 10, 2009
I played football with Ernie at Clark, class of 1967. Although there may have been more people physically gifted than Ernie, none matched his determination or his ability to never give up on a play. It appears he lived his life in the same way. Although I have not seen Ernie since HS, his dry quiet humor and ever present smile will always be with me. Condolences to the family of a great great guy....
Doug and Linda Patterson
May 10, 2009
Josie, Doug and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you, Haven, and Selena.
Larry Taylor
May 10, 2009
Mr. Ernie, words cannot express my feelings at this time. i will always have a place in my mind and heart for you. I will miss you my friend.
Robert James Vavrek
May 10, 2009
I graduated with Ernie 42 years ago from Clark HS. He will be missed and I am saddened by his passing. The reason I remember Ernie was his good nature, and just being a nice guy. Even after 42 years, he and his name stand out. Many others are forgotton, but not Ernie! Thank you God for sharing him with us for awhile. Take good care of him. I'll miss you.
Jim Vavrek
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