Obituaries
Ernest E. “Ernie” Christian III, 63
December 13, 2020
Ernie Christian, 63, of Lancaster City, passed away on December 13th, 2020 at LGH. He was born in Lancaster and was the son of the later Ernest E. Christian, Jr. and Jane (Barton) Christian Weaver.
He attended J.P. McCaskey prior to entering the US Army.
Ernie worked for 20 plus years at the Lancaster County Career & Technology Center, Mt Joy Campus.
He loved exercising, all sports, and was a mentor at the Boys & Girls Club. He always dressed sharply, loved R&B music, and helping others.
He is survived by a daughter, Kyonna, wife of Kendrick Bowman, of Lancaster, a son, Tairell Christian, of Lancaster, three sisters, Cynthia Hunter, Christel Coward, Cheri Wilson, wife of Robert “Bobby” Wilson, all of Lancaster, a brother, James Christian, of Elizabethtown, and Scott Christian, of Lancaster, three grandchildren, Diante Cherry, Kenyon Bowman, and Avianna Hernandez-Christian, and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Karl Christian, and a sister, Jane Williamson.
Funeral Services will be private. Interment will be Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster 333 Dauphin St, Lancaster, PA 17602.
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Condolences to the Family
January 02, 2021
Wow!! Mr. Ernie i had no idea..i used to allways see you at weis and u made it ur business to allways speak..and we go wayyyy back to wen the trade school was Willow street vtech …and i remember growing up with KiKi her and my sister Laundrea were good buddies ..praying for everyone and askn god to cover the family during there time of mourning
January 02, 2021
Omg so sorry to his children and family sending my condolences and prayers I’ve known him almost my whole life!,my stepdad and him worked together (Skeetzy) at the Boys and Girls club on Rockland st good man!
Tynia Cooke
December 27, 2020
It was a pleasure and honor to have known and worked with Ernie, who was always respectful and considerate of the school students. Ernie was a person who could always be relied upon to do the right thing in the best interest of the school. Ernie was a selfless person who never asked much for himself and put the welfare of others first. Sincere sympathy is extended to the family and many friends of Ernie.
John Bowers
December 23, 2020
My condolences to the family. Prayers for all for peace and comfort during this difficult time. Ernie was a great school mate and work mate.
Dee Calderon
December 22, 2020
I remeber Mr. Christian well. My heart goes out to the family of him sorry about your loss. I used to always love when he’d greet me in the hall in the morning at the CTC in Mount Joy, always having everything under control with how everything runs in the school that’s a good dean of students to me. Plus I miss making him sauté salmon on the menu but with no rice. Overall he was a good man with a lot of heart who meant well to the school everyday.
Justin Ilkhanoff
December 21, 2020
Ernie was a good man , a good father and a good hearted person . My heart truly goes out to you kyonna (my neice ) whom I love so much ….you , the family and his family are in my prayers 🙏 …GOD is with all the way
Uncle Boo
December 20, 2020
I would like to say Ernie was a great person in and out I thank him for always being there for me and my brother we will miss you very much ❤
DENISE BURGOS-FESTUS
December 20, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about the passing I will be praying. Thank you for being a good principle to me I had in the past in school. Peace
Your Former student.
Jonathan Yoder
December 20, 2020
Sending my prayers and Condolences to you all Ernie was well loved when I cooked meals at the Prescott house he always said you and your mom can cook may God comfort you all
Barbara Dupree
December 19, 2020
My condolences, may God continue to give peace. His france endorse forever. I am praying for you.
Lucree
December 19, 2020
Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the family. May the peace and love of God rest within your spirits and hearts. God bless you.
Sincerely
LaVina Johnson and family
December 19, 2020
My condolences to Kyonna and family. Praying for you and family. May GOD grant you and your family peace and comfort. Blessings and love to you ❤
Juana & Jose Torres
December 19, 2020
My condolences to Kyonna & family. Praying for u and your family. GOD grant you peace and comfort. Blessings & love to u all.❤
Juana and Jose Torres
December 19, 2020
My condolences to the Family 🙏 May God uplift you during your time of grief.
Monica Whitehead (Tipper)
December 19, 2020
My sincerest condolences to your family
Jae Clark-Delacruz
December 19, 2020
My deepest prayers and condolences to the family.
Keisha Boone
December 19, 2020
My sincerest condolences to the family. Heaven has gained a new angel. I’ll always remember those days when he mentored at the club, chasing us girls away from hanging around trying to sneak into the gym. Sweet memories * RIP Mr. Ernie.
Tasha Cameron-wesley
December 19, 2020
My deepest condolences to you and your family RIH MR. ERNIE
Bianca Brown
December 19, 2020
My deepest sympathy to the family. I will keep you all in prayer. Janet Simms and family
December 19, 2020
I know God has accepted Ernie into his marvelous kingdom. A good man and cool brother. I met and worked with him a the Prescott House for boys and enjoyed his talking with him. He knew just about every one in Lancaster. I am saddened to here about his passing and sent my deepest sympathy to his family.
RIP Ernie hope to see you again.
BME
December 18, 2020
Deepest Condolences to ur family. Always in our prayers…He’s will be Greatly missed. We will always cherished the day we had my daughter Nera dedication Service, with him as her God Father…
Sharon & Baron Brown, God daughter (Zsajanera)
December 18, 2020
Heaven has gained a wonderful soul I remember we use to talk forever and always positive rest my friend with your beautiful smile
Sherry McFadden- Chambers
December 18, 2020
I worked with Ernie for the last 15 years. The first 8 years we shared an office. We had many great talks, lots of laughs and became good friends. I will cherish those memories and miss not seeing him every day. I find peace knowing Ernie is with his heavenly Father. Please know that I will be praying for your family.
A special note to Ernie’s son. He loved you dearly and was so proud of you. He talked about you all the time.
God Bless you all!
Hope Garner
December 18, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Ernie was a great person to work with. I worked with him for 15 years and enjoyed talking with him everyday. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed his job. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.Kim Fasnacht
December 18, 2020
Our deepest sympathies to the family.
Ms. Jennifer Williams Wilson and Miss Joanna Williams,Charmaine Williams,Chuck Williams Jr.
December 18, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Christian family, grow up with Ernie and siblings all my life, grow up as family being that his mother Ms Janie was one of my mothers best friend!! Always looked out for everyone and was always dressed to impress!!
Sleep in Peace Ernie, 😥Sleep in Peace❤️
Much Love Cookie Williams Plowden
December 18, 2020
My condolences to the family. May God strenghten and comfort, family ahnd friends.
Aletha Blackman
December 18, 2020
To the Christian and Bowman Families,
Thinking of you and keeping you all close in prayer during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy,
Dean and Vanessa Preston and Family
December 18, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about Ernie’s passing. When I think over my life I remember him because he was a big part of my life growing up. He was always kind and had a gentle soul. My condolences to the family!
Tracy (Bair) Leaks
December 18, 2020
A great mentor Beautiful Smile great listener met a boys girls club
Tina Thompson
December 18, 2020
Prayers and Condolences to you and your family Keyonna. Ernie was truly an awesome person that dressed sharp anywhere he was seen. He will truly be missed The Montgomery Family loves you and will continue to keep you and the family in prayer.
Montgomery Family
December 18, 2020
My condolences to the family. He was a great person, very respectful and smiled all the times. You will be missed.
Olga Rodriguez
December 18, 2020
I was saddened by the news of Ernie’s passing. I always enjoyed working with, and speaking with Ernie during our days at Boys Club and Prescott House. Condolences to the Christian Family and all other friends and loved ones of Ernie, I’m sure he will be missed.
John Stoudt
December 18, 2020
To the family, my condolences for your loss. Ernie was a great guy. So kind and loving.he received his wings to glory. A true guardian angel. Dawn C Boots
December 18, 2020
To Ernie’s Family,
I worked with Ernie at the CTC and am sad to hear of his passing. He always had a smile on his face and a mischievous laugh. I worked with him when he started at Willow Street and then later at Mount Joy CTC. I will pray for his family, who he spoke of often and fondly.
C. Daneker
December 18, 2020
1 Peter 5:7…May God bless and keep you during this season of your lives. Know that if you cast your cares upon him, he is willing and able to carry them.
Kenny and Madelyne Weeks
December 18, 2020
Sending condolences n sympathy to Kiki n Christian family members in the passing of my good friend Ernie. RIP Ernie may U fine that inner peace U were seeking during your life journey now that U are in GOD’s hands.
Papa Boots
December 18, 2020
God bless your family during this time. I worked with Ernie at the CTC. He was such a kind soul. I enjoyed seeing him at school.
Lesa Brooks
December 18, 2020
I worked with Ernie for over 15 years and his memory will be with me forever. Ernie was an awesome disciplinarian and was dedicated to his job.
Sue Spayd
December 18, 2020
We will miss Ernie dearly at the CTC! He was a great guy and faithful brother in the Lord.
– WM
December 18, 2020
It was pleasure to work with Ernie. A consummate professional.
CR