Ernest Paul Causey

He joined the Marine Corps at 18 and served his Country honorably through three wars, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. His bravery during the Vietnam War earned him18 awards. He was most proud of his Bronze Star with Combat Valor, the Navy Commendation Medal with Combat Valor, the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry and the Vietnam Civil Action Medal. He ran many search and rescue missions, saving

and helping anyone he could. He retired after 24 years from the United States Marine Corps.

He loved God, his wife of 65 years, his family and his country. He was avid golfer, loved fishing, and dabbled in many artistic endeavors throughout his life. He was nominated twice as volunteer of the year

for the Oceanside Police Department. He volunteered at their church, Lighthouse Christian Church and held bible studies in his home for many years. Most of all he enjoyed helping people and making them

laugh.

Ernest passed away peacefully on December 20, 2017 in Scripps Memorial Hospital after battling Lung Cancer. Ernest is survived by his wife, Karin Causey, his daughter, Pauline Pretz and her husband Greg; his son Ray Causey and his wife Amy; five grandchildren, Stephanie Furlong and Michael Pretz, Scott, Evan, and Eric Causey; and one great-grandchild, Sadie Furlong.

A celebration of life for Ernest will be held Thursday, January 11, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Eternal Hills Mortuary Chapel, 1999 El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.eternalhillsmortuary.com for the Causey family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Wounded Warrior Project.