Ernest Eugene Netherland Sr. (Ernie), age 65 of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on September 29, 2023. Ernie was born on February 24, 1958 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the husband of Jerol Netherland. Ernie attended church at Fountain of Life in Springfield, Missouri.
Ernie fought the battle against cancer head on. He took His last breath at 1:35 pm Friday, September 29, surrounded by people he loved and who loved him. Ernie was loving, courageous, gentle, and so very humble. A jack of all trades, he always had a way to fix anything. He always made time to help anyone who needed it. He always found positivity in everything. He loved to eat! Ernie loved to work, and he loved God. He loved his family and friends, and never met a stranger. He was an amazing man, father, husband, and friend. A beautiful soul that touched so many lives. He is truly loved and terribly missed by all who had the joy of meeting him.
He is preceded in death by his mother Anna, father Andrew, brother Andrew and brother Kenneth.
He is survived by his wife Jerol Netherland, children Ernest Netherland Jr., Kassie and spouse Jack Miele, Lauren and spouse Marquisse Taylor, Leslie and spouse Mamie Netherland. Stepchildren Roy and spouse Nancy, and Steven Tate. Four grandchildren, Junior, Madison, Trinity, and Brendan. Brothers Danny and Robert, sisters Carrie, Betsie, Ruthie, and Evelyn. Five nieces, seven great nephews, three great nieces, and one great great niece.
A memorial service will be held in honor of our love on October 14, 2023 at Fountain of Life Church, located at 3537 W. Mt Vernon St. Springfield, Missouri 65802 at 3pm.
Memorial donations may be made to the Fountain of Life Church.