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Ernest West Obituary

Ernest C. West Jr.- Passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family March 17th, 2021; he was 75. Born March 6, 1946 in Chicago, IL to Barbara Chilcote and Ernest C. West Sr.; preceded in death by his parents and his grandmother, Goldie Chilcote. He proudly served his country, four years in the Marine Corps and 14 years in Army Special Forces, earning two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. He served on CSPD, and taught at Blair College, National College/ NAU, Denver Tech, PPCC, PCC, CTU, and Adams State. He held leadership roles in The American Legion Post. 2, American Legion Riders, Marine Corps League Detachment #1376, and Pueblo Veterans Council. Survived by his loving family including his loving wife of 43 years, Lola; children, Darla Smith (Cary), Ernest Charles West III, Victor West (Sara), Tanya West (Harley), Sarah West Herrera (Shaun); grandchildren, Kimberly, Kristopher, Taylor, Kayla, and Joseph West, Mackenzie Killough, Michael Vialpondo, Emily and John Barney, Alyssa Sykes, and Lux Herrera; and his constant companion Princesszin. Memorial service sometime this summer; please check social media.

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 29, 2021.

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Lianne

July 1, 2024

So Ernie has passed - my condolences to his beloved family. He spoke often of them all when he was at the UW, although from reading this, some of the blessings of his family hadn't arrived yet when I knew him. It is wonderful to know he had such a large and loving family around him throughout his life. There is no greater blessing, and he deserved it.

Taylor

October 8, 2022

Hey Papa, it´s Taylor, I just wanted to come on here and tell you that you are so missed and loved by everyone. I also wanted to tell you (as I´m sure you are aware) your great grand daughter will be here soon. We picked out a name for her and I wish more than anything you could meet her and hold her. Till next time,
Love you

Sharon Towle

September 8, 2022

I´m sorry to learn of CPT West´s passing. He was a mentor during my time as a ROTC cadet at UW. May you find comfort and peace in your memories

Laurie Roth

April 11, 2021

Lola and family,
I just found out about Ernie’s passing. I have fond memories of our conversations when we worked together at National College. My deepest condolences.

Bev Kersten

April 3, 2021

Dearest Lola and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and healing for all of you.

Bill Flannagan

April 1, 2021

Lola and family,
I was both shocked and saddened to learn of Ernie's passing. He was a friend and one oof my most loyal instructors at National College/National American University. He was very dependab when it came to teaching classes. He was very popular with his students. My condolences. May he rest in eternal peace.

Emberly Nurre

March 31, 2021

I so many AMAZING memories with Ernie, he thought my parents in collage and has been apart of the family ever since. He inspired me to join the USMC and he definitely will forever be the coolest person I have ever met.

Kevin Steenbergen

March 30, 2021

I only met Ernie once but he was a brother Marine and made me feel like I had known him forever. Rest In Peace my brother.

travis

March 28, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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