Ernestina DeLeon Obituary
The family of Ernestina DeLeon of Onekama, Michigan announces her passing on August 22, 2026. Ernestina, born on March 16, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ernestina DeLeon or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jose Garcia and Cruz Garcia; and her daughter Carmelita Carpenter. She is survived by: her children, Irma Tibbitts (Douglas), Mike DeLeon (Amy), Mary Esther Smith (Kevin), Elizabeth Benchich (Jason) and Suzanna DeLeon; her grandchildren, Allen Gallop, Heather Carpenter, Noah Tibbitts (Tara), Noel Tibbitts, Nicholas DeLeon (Sierra), Matthew DeLeon, Kallie Rae Smith, Wesley Cabay and Meghan Gerstenschlager; and her nephew Ray Reyes (Carol). She is also survived by her eight great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the St. Joseph Catholic Church (8380 5th St, Onekama, MI 49675).
