Dearest Spin,
Thank you for sharing your life with me and for your unconditional love.  No woman could ask for a better life's companion. I shall miss you all the remaining days of my life.  I pray for the day we are reunited.
Rest in peace and vaya con Dios, my beloved.  Love you forever, IJ

January 23, 2021
I enjoyed several trips to Florida which Ernie would share with glee the wonderful weather he enjoyed so much. He graciously welcomed me. A fond memory was the road trip we took to Virginia, Joy, Ernie, Maybelline and myself to a wonderful family friend. Rest in peace Ernie, Love, Liana Monahan (sister-in-law).
Liana Monahan


This is in Honor of a Military Gentleman of Distinction who was a friend to many, on four legs as well as two. Our world is now more sour without his sweetness, and wetter with our tears. May he Rest with our cherishing of him!

ERNEST was a masculine Navy veteran who, unlike some military men, had charm, refinement, and culture. He gloried in worldly opera performances, refined cuisine, and devoted pet dogs. He was always ready to go for rides, dine at restaurants, and meet with friends and relatives. But he maintained a deep devotion to God, and never missed a Sunday service or a holy day.
   In my many get-togethers with Ernie and his wife, Ingrid Joy, who he doted on and focused on pleasing, he delighted just being in contact with us and other acquaintances, whatever the activity involved. And to his credit, he always dressed in good taste and took pleasure in whatever surroundings we found ourselves in. I felt comfortable in being accepted into his family circle! He was gentlemanly and ever agreeable, so our loss was of someone we looked forward to seeing and he leaves us with a hole in our hearts.
Reverently, John Bila


The girls and I will never forget the holidays spent with Uncle Ernie and Aunt Joy.  I am so glad both of you became part of our lives and part of our family.  Ernie and his quiet way of talking to the girls about the dogs will never be forgotten.  With love, Cindy, Cecilia and Eva.

Our deepest sympathies Joy on the loss of Ernie.  For over thirty years  he was the love of your life.  Who knew the day I stood up for you where your life’s journey would take you.  I know you will always find comfort in the beautiful memories of a wonderful life shared.
Fondly Jean and Larry

Sharing as well, my brother in law played Santa to my 3 year old Christina ! She was over the moon excited! 

Ernie & Joy moved to Florida 31 years ago and our visits were few but Ernie & Joy always opened up their home and tolerated two little kids running around, cleaning sticky fingerprints on sliding doors, having favorite snacks available and showering my girls with attention and love.  Ernie would get right down on his hands and knees and build sand castles with my girls. Always patient and caring, he was a quiet man  but had an impish grin and a fun side.  He always loved to comment on the cold weather up north, and how he was so glad to be in Florida. He was a wonderful husband to my sister Joy, and took good care of her.  We will miss you Ernie! LOVE ❤️ 🙏🏻

I was very saddened to hear of our dear friend Ernie’s passing.  My heart and love goes out to his loving wife Joy and his family.  I will always have very fond memories of Ernie. His love of hockey, going to hockey games with him or he would call to see if we wanted to tag along and would take  us to the practices go and get pictures of the players and autographies sessions. We attended many!   Ernie & Joy loved to bring the players Joy’s famous banana bread. Ernie had quite the collection of autographed hockey pucks and had a love for steins too I remember.  I will always enjoy the times we shared together in Florida!   Just hanging out,  picking the grapefruit on my parents trees to getting together for the holidays  for dinner or dessert.  We have had a lot of great times of which I will truly treasure. I loved when you came to visit  me in Plymouth while you were up in for a visit in Massachusetts.  I also agree Erie did make an amazing Santa at the grocery store Winn Dixie.  I remember sitting on Santa’s lap for a photo too.    I will always remember you Erie  Rest In Peace 🙏🏻  my dear friend! 😢

Phil and I extend our condolences to Joy and family.  It is never easy to lose a loved one.  There are few words that can ease the burden of Ernie's passing.  He was so lucky to have a partner in life like Joy.  They shared so many memories together of which I know of a few that bring a smile.  Phil and I have fond memories of Ernie being Santa Clause at ATC's work Christmas Party.  Not very many people can say they know Santa and we love Santa!  Ernie will be missed and never forgotten.  Life doesn't really end... it lives on in the memories of loved ones.  

I have many wonderful memories of spending time with Ernie.  From our monthly trips to the coin shows to purchase our state quarters when they were first released, going to Panther practices and standing in line for autographs and the best was at the hockey games when they would play the song We Will Rock You by Queen. Whenever I hear that song I will think of him. He was a wonderful friend and will be greatly missed.  My prayers and thoughts are with Joy and his entire family. 

OBITUARY

Ernest Bourgeois

1 September, 1927 – 27 December, 2020

Kraeer Funeral Home

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