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A LIFE WELL LIVED

Ernest Pack, 72, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2022 in Southgate, Michigan, following complications from metastatic cancer. Ernest is survived by his loving wife, Judy of 32 years; their children, Ernest III, Sharae, Melissa (Jeffrey), James (Jessica), Robert and Mark. He was a proud papa to Danilo, JoVito, Arrayah, Aria, Abigail, Juliana, Jacenia, Jocelyn, Dodge, Jiselle, and Cayde; and was a loving brother to Nadine and the late Charlene. His passion, love, and devotion to his family were unmatched as a husband, father, papa and brother. Ernie had a big heart and accepted everyone with open arms, serving as a father figure to many of his children’s friends, including Salina and William.

A proud veteran, Ernest served in the United States Marine Corps in the late 1960's and early 1970's and enjoyed sharing stories about his time in the military with his children and grandchildren. He was a man of hard work and commitment- A long time employee of Detroit Media Partnership, he was affectionately known as the "Paper Guy" throughout the community. He loved spending time with his family, being outdoors, cooking, baking, and was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Ernie will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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  • My deepest sympathy, Ernie will be greatly missed by many. 
  • My deepest sympathy, Ernie will be greatly missed by many. 
  • My deepest sympathy, Ernie will be greatly missed by many. 

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Ernest "Ernie" Pack