Brian B. Ernest, age 54, of Flora, Illinois passed away on Monday, May 26, 2014 at his home in Flora.
Brian was born September 10, 1959 in Flora to William Dwight and Bonnie L. (Boyd) Ernest. He was a graduating member of FHS Class of 1977 and played football and other sports throughout high school. He also attended Triton College, worked at Minwax, and was a lifelong member of First Christian Church of Flora. Brian loved helping people, enjoyed music, fishing, and doing outdoor work, and had a very special relationship with his nieces and nephews.
He is survived by 2 brothers: Bill (Robin) Ernest of Shanghai, China and Bruce (Sheila) Ernest of Olney; nieces and nephews: Kelsey (Ridge) Flick of Seoul, South Korea, Kylee Ernest of Spokane, Washington, Tracey (Marc) Rodgers of Olney; and great-nephew and nieces: Ethan, Ava and Elle. He was preceded in death by his parents and a nephew (Troy Ernest).
A memorial service for Brian Ernest will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2014 at Frank & Bright Funeral Home with visitation from 10 a.m. until time of service on Friday at the funeral home. Memorial donations may be given to Fur A Good Paws and will be received at funeral home.