William Eugene Ernst Obituary

We bid farewell to William Eugene Ernst (Allen, Texas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 18, 2025 at the age of 92. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Eugene Ernst to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ollie Henry Ernst and Edna Hattie Ernst (Slama); and his grandson Jordan Overlin Esparza. He is survived by: his wife Linda Ernst of Fairview, Texas; his children, Jim Ernst of Dallas, Jan Esparza (Henry) of Allen, Sheryl Jurovic (John) of McKinney, Karen Hornick (Jeff) of Rockwall and Michael Ernst of Austin, Texas; his grandchildren, Justin Esparza of McKinney, Ashton Esparza of Dallas, Lauren Oliver (Ryan) of McKinney, Ryan, Joshua, Kyle Jurovic of McKinney Texas, Hunter Hornick (Haley) of Rockwall, Finnian Ernst of Austin and Astoria Ernst of Cedar Park, Texas; his great grandchildren, Ryker, Landon and Kaiden Hornick; and his sister Marlene Vanloh of Temple, Texas. He is also survived by extended family members and many friends.

To honor Gene's memory, memorials may be made to St. Jude Catholic Church in Allen, Texas, or to the charity of your choice.