Name: Visitation for Ernest Ralph Palmer
Start: 2016-08-12T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-08-13T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home - Jacksonville

PALMER Ernest Ralph Palmer, born September 6, 1932, passed through the valley of the shadow of death into eternal life surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 9, 2016. Ernie loved Jesus and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Jacksonville. He also served on the board of Christian Light Ministries for several years. Upon leaving the Air Force in 1956 he began a career in the car business for Oakley Motor Co. in Memphis, TN. From there his legacy began, starting car dealerships in Mobile, AL and Jacksonville, FL. He retired from Ernie Palmer Toyota in April 1988 to pursue his passion for traveling, camping, Braves baseball and spending time with his lovely wife. Ernie's true legacy is the love he had for the family he left behind, his precious, Godly wife of 65 years, Janette G. Palmer; two sons, Mike (Sandy) Palmer, Keith (Rene) Palmer; one daughter, Pamela (Mark) Cleland; one brother, Don (Judy) Palmer; one very special Potna, Tommy Kesler (brother-in-law) and a host of family and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, August 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. in Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 13 at noon in First Baptist Church of Jacksonville's Hobson Auditorium on the corner of Church St. and Hogan St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church Jacksonville, Attn: South Campus Building Fund, 124 W. Ashley St. Jacksonville, FL 32202. Ernie persevered in the faith until the end of his days. He Finished Well. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223, www.hgmandarin.com, 904-288-0025.

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Aug. 11, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
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Phil Register

August 13, 2016

Ernie was a true Christian gentleman ! My love and prayers to all of the Palmer Family.

cynthia George

August 13, 2016

Mr.palmer was a wonderful man he gave me a chance that no one else would at having a new car he will be truly missed by many my. Thoughts and prayers to his family

Randy R

August 12, 2016

You touched the life of all who knew you, and left a legacy that will live on forever. My prayers go out to your entire family, both immediate and extended.

Jay and Lisa Rolfe

August 12, 2016

Ernie was a one of a kind Prince of a Man. A wonderful person who was devoted to his wife and family. We will dearly miss the wit and humor of the stories he loved to tell as well as his love of life. Though a hugely successful businessman, Ernie was always a humble spirit. Those of us lucky and privileged enough to be touched by Ernie were much better for it. Our prayers are with the Palmer family. We too loved Ernie.

August 12, 2016

Ernie was a one of kind Prince of a man. A wonderful person, devoted to his wife and family. A successful businessman that was humble in spirit. We will dearly miss the humor and wit of the stories he loved to tell, as well as his love of life. Our hearts go out to his family. We can only know and pray that he is now with his Father in heaven and free of pain.

Jay and Lisa Rolfe

Jordan and Wynne Williams

August 12, 2016

There are not words to describe the impact Uncle Ernie had on my upbringing and what an incredible man he was. I will always cherish the times spent in Memphis and in Jacksonville. He will always be a part of our lives and his joyous spirit will live on through all of us. We love you Uncle Ernie and we will see you again in paradise.

August 12, 2016

Our prayers & love to this wonderful man & family! Donnis &Laura South

Eric and Susie Jolly

August 12, 2016

Rest in Peace Uncle Ernie! We love you and will always have a smile and a story when we think of you! Prayers to all his family and friends for peace and comfort!

Keith Harmison

August 11, 2016

RIP Ernie. You made one heck of an impression on our business. Playing those slots in the sky!

The Mexican Blanca

August 11, 2016

I will always love you

Scot Jolly

August 11, 2016

Such a beautiful soul! So many wonderful memories! I love you uncle Ernie and can't wait to see you again! My aunt Neppy and cousins I love you all! May our Awesome God comfort all of you during this difficult time. Love,Scot

Tim Stacey

August 11, 2016

He was a legend in the car business. And a mentor to many. One of his students told me just today that Ernie taught him everything he knows in the car business. And more importantly many life lessons. That student is Mike Scott. My entire family is praying for the Palmer family. Love y'all. I'm betting that Ernie is having a conversation about the car business with Mr. Moran (founder of JM Family...Southeast Toyota...and my company World Omni / Southeast Toyota Finance).

Melody Thompson

August 11, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all during this difficult time.

It's been a very long time, so you may not remember me, but I'm Bill and Wanda Moore's youngest daughter. Mike Moore was my brother, and Michelle is my sister.

Dereck L Blackman TRAC Manager Ernie Palmer Toyota

DERECK BLACKMAN

August 11, 2016

You are truly missed and love by all of us. Heaven has you now and that's a much better place to be. Our family express our prayers and sympathies to your family at this time. We pray for the Lord Jesus to grant peace and comfort in this time of sorrow, and reassure the hope of life after death is an expected one.
We are forever thankful for the opportunity you have provided for us to feed our families and will be always grateful the dream you created helps us to live productive lives. Thank you so much for taking that leap of faith and having the courage and boldness to pursue your passion. You have created a lifetime legacy for many to follow!
Amen!

August 11, 2016

I can see Buddy Bronson, Bubba Wainwright and now their best friend Ernie Palmer all gathered singing praises to our Lord and Savior Jesus. Three great friends for many years. Love to the Palmer family. Gail Wainwright

Mike & Linda Myers

August 11, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the family. So sorry for your loss. He touched many lives. Prayers for the Palmer family.

Ron Batten

August 11, 2016

Even though Ernie and I were competitors in the car business for many years, he was a mentor and was always willing to help me be a better dealer. Most of all, he was a great friend and I am proud to have known him. He will be missed.

Dedra Deen-Hancock

August 11, 2016

My prayers and condolences to everyone who's life he touched, even My mother worked for him in the 70's. Much love to all ,

Rene Palmer

August 11, 2016

I love you Pa-Paw
Thanks for being a great father in law to me for 39 years. Thanks for the love you gave and the example you have been for my children.
I will miss you and look forward to living next door to you on the River Jordan in heaven!

Brenda Crews

August 11, 2016

My Deepest Sympathy goes out to the family, Mr Palmer truly loved his family and will be missed! God was ready for Another Angel and needed Him

Dave & Ashley Eubank

August 11, 2016

Ernie was a great man who will be grievously missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Palmer family.

August 10, 2016

Ernie is part of the reason I'm still in the car business after 44 years great person and a real car guy. Jim Edens

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