Alexander Ernst

1997 - 2023

Alexander (Alex) Ernst
Brighton - On August 1, 2023, Alexander Charles Ernst suddenly passed away due to a tragic accident. Alex was born February 12, 1997 in Alton, IL.
He spent most of his childhood and adult life with a passion for driving and racing. He began racing ATVs at age 5 and he spent many years travelling, competing, and making incredible friendships.
He worked as a mechanic. He loved his job and took pride in his work.
Alex loved finding beauty in nature. He often took scenic drives by car or motorcycle.
Alex had an exceptional heart. He was such a generous and caring person. He loved to help other people, and he had so many people that loved him deeply.
His best friends describe him as "loving, funny, selfless and charismatic"; "goofy with a heart so big he needed a wheel barrel to carry it around"; and "Mr. Evil Knievel, special, reliable, very affectionate, and so irreplaceable."
Alex will be extremely missed by many people!
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, David W. Ernst, and his father, Michael W. Ernst. He is survived by his mother, Kimberly J. Ernst; his grandparents: Marlene Ernst, and David and Judith Sanford; his aunts and uncles: Dana Bern, Michael Sanford, David Ernst and Rita Ernst: several cousins and many dear friends including his loving girlfriend, Abigail Starkey.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Donations may be made in memoriam to the Boys & Girls Club of Alton at www.bgca.org/ways-to-give Please use email: alex55ernst@gmail.com for the "recipient email"