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Ernest Lepore Obituary
Born in Norwalk, on Feb. 22, 1938, Ernie was the son of the late Michael and Carmella (Cardillo) Lepore. He began his career in law enforcement as an auxiliary State Police officer and was an original member of Statewide Narcotics. He then went on to work for 19 years in the Wilton Police Department, retiring in 1986. Ernie was the first Youth Officer in the Town of Wilton and was highly regarded and respected for his work. After his retirement, he went to work with his brother as manager of Luke's Auto Body in Norwalk. Ernie served his country during the late 1950's as an aviation flight mechanic in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed fishing, rooting for the Yankees, camping, and playing with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife Geri, Ernie is survived by his son, Marc Lepore and his wife, Melissa, of Trumbull; his daughter, Michele Giorgianni and her husband, Phily, of Easton; his brother, Michael "Luke" Lepore and his wife, Angela, of Norwalk; his step-daughters, Kimberly and Donna; nine grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and his former wife and mother of his children, Janet Babbit Lepore Woolner of Bridgewater, N.H.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 12, at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 203 East Ave., Norwalk. Ernie's family will receive friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Magner Funeral Home, 12 Mott Ave., Norwalk.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial Fund, 901 East St., NW, Suite 100, Washington, D.C., 20004-2025 (www.nleomf.com).
For directions or to sign an online guest book, please go to magnerfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Lepore
Bob Van Egghen
July 19, 2012
Geri - I just heard of Earnie's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. As everyone who knew him is aware he was a great person. Please accept my condolences.
Rich & Mary Visgilio
July 13, 2012
Dear Geri--Our hearts goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Ernie was the best,he always left us laughing after talking to him.If you EVER need anything we are just a phone call away and we will always be there for you.
Virginia Heydt-McGrath
July 12, 2012
Michael and family, Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. May you find comfort in your memories.
Tara Butzbaugh
July 11, 2012
Marc & Michelle,
Your dad was our hero in High School and he will remain that always. He was kind, gentle, caring and understanding and always had a smile for us. He lives on in you and your children and you both have and will continue to make him proud. I feel honored and blessed to know your family and I will keep your dad in my heart and prayers always. Much love, Tara Henwood Butzbaugh
Sandi Cavallo Button
July 11, 2012
To Mike and Family.. Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your brother. I remember him well. Our prayers our with you and your family.
gregory riley
July 11, 2012
Mark and Melissa,
Please accept our sympathy for the loss of your beloved father.
Mr. & Mrs. Gregory L. Riley & Family
Michael foley
July 11, 2012
Marc and the Lepore family, Sorry for you loss
July 11, 2012
Dear Geri,
We are so sorry for your loss. The process of dialysis is so difficult but seeing the two of you each morning always lightened the load.
Sincerely, The Bond Family
Harry Rilling
July 10, 2012
Mark: Your dad was a "cops cop" and that is the greatest compliment I can give to any man who served with the professionalism and integrity with which he served. I go back a long, long way with your dad. I am proud to have served along side of him. I always felt safe knowing he had my back when I needed it. We had our fun but we did our job and we did it well. I loved him and I will miss him. I know his blood runs deep within you and for that, you can be very,very proud. God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Chief Harry Rilling - NPD
Steve Brothers
July 10, 2012
Marc and Michelle:
I was laughing about all the good memories We had back in the eighties in Wilton Police Explorer Post 58. The police Academy in Westover AFB, the camp outs when we made nose at 0200AM up in Torrington. I can still hear your Fathers laughing and at times when were kids getting mad and yelling at us. Man they were great. My prayers are with you and your family. Godbless. And Ernie if your listening up their, as The Late Bob Hope used to say "Thanks for The Memories"
Steve Brothers
July 10, 2012
Mark and the Lepore Family,
There are no words now. Please find comfort in our prayers and blessings. Ernie will be missed by many, but will live with you in your wonderful memories.
God's Peace,
Lisa, John, Ny and your family at the Wonderland of Ice
Cindy Bruno-LaPlante
July 10, 2012
Geri
So sorry for your loss, Ernie was a great man. Your in my thoughts and in my prayers. God Bless!
Rob Kupis
July 10, 2012
Mrs Lepore,
I am very sorry for your loss. Ernie was a great guy and I will miss seeing and talking with him. God bless you and your family.
July 10, 2012
Mark
So very sorry for your loss
Ernie was a great guy worked with him for many years
Ron Chase
The Staff at DaVita
July 10, 2012
Geri and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Ernie will be missed by all. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad and difficult time.
Jackie Kammer
July 10, 2012
Dear Geri,
Sorry to hear about Ernie's passing. He always kept me laughing when working at Beit's. I can still picture him with the Santa boxers!!! May you find comfort in all the memories you have with him and know his is out of pain and at peace. Please take care of yourself. Deepest sympathies, Jackie Kammer
Staff from Davita New London
July 10, 2012
Dear Geri:
All of us at DaVita send out our deepest sympathies for your loss. Ernie was a bright spot in our day, always quick with a smile and humorous anecdote and a devoted Yankee fan who loved to see them win. He will be so very missed!
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