Ernie Crossley passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on February 20, 2012 at the age of 91.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Ruby of 70 years. Ernie will be greatly missed by his son Ernest (Ruth) and daughters Marjorie and Cyndi (Pete); eight grandchildren, Sherri-Lynn (Scott), Lorne (Yvette), Robert (Shelley), Jason (Eunice), Mike (Barb), Pam (Greg), Darron (Cheynna) and Troy. Seventeen great grandchildren: Thomas, Melissa, Nathan, Rebecca, Wyatt, Logan, Kali, Colin, Petra, Chantelle, Brittany, Tristen, Tyston, Marissa, Melody, Skye and Montana. Also his pet Nikki.

He was predeceased by his parents, two brothers and two sisters.

Ernie was born in Delbourne, Alberta on July 8, 1920. He joined the Armed Forces and served with the Royal Canadian Engineers. Shortly after discharge he moved to B.C. where he had a satisfying career as a T.V. technician. Having semi-retired he chose to work in hotel maintenance for several more years.

Involvement in the church was important to Ernie. He loved the outdoors: hunting, fishing and camping with family and friends.

God saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered, "Peace be thine".

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to Dr. Eccleston and the caring staff on 1C at Kamloops Seniors Village for their wonderful care and compassion.

A Celebration of Ernie's life will be held at the First Baptist Church at 454 Columbia St. on Monday, February 27, 2012 at 1:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society.

Arrangements entrusted to
Kamloops Funeral Home
250-554-2577
Condolences may be emailed to the family from
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