Dorothy Agnes Ernst born on April 12, 1925 in Springfield, Missouri entered into rest on January 8, 2013 at the age of 87. As a homemaker for 36 years, Dorothy devoted her life to her husband of 67 years and three children. Her greatest fulfillment and joy came from nurturing her family with love and tireless efficiency. She transitioned from home to business at the Los Patios Galleries then into the antique world beginning at the Main Place and ending at Antiques on Broadway. She loved and valued all her fellow dealers and customers.
She was preceded in death by her father, Harry Roe Davis; and sister, Wanda Pauline Davis. Survivors include her husband, Elgin C. Ernst; daughters, Pamela Bell & husband Harvey of Austin, Paula Scherr & husband Mitchell of Austin and April Ernst; grandchildren, Ashley Huddleston, Morgan Blackwood, Matthew Mitchell, John Bell and Elizabeth Bell; great-grandson, Luke Huddleston; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Sunday, January 13, 2013 at the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel.