of Scranton, AR
October 24, 1941 - December 7, 2022
Ernest Grenwelge, 81, of Scranton passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 in Charleston.
Ernest was born, October 24, 1941 in Winters, Texas to his parents, Rudolph Heinrich Grenwelge and Caroline Emilia (Armbrecht) Grenwelge. Ernest was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving during the Vietnam War. He worked as a teacher at Mt. Holly High School in New Jersey and also at Trenton State College in New Jersey, where he also obtained his masters degree. Ernest had many interests, he was a ham radio operator, a volunteer for the Scranton volunteer fire department and the Scranton first responder unit. He was a very skillful wood worker. He made an award-winning cedar chest that took first place in the Logan County fair, he could build clocks, toys and other pieces of wooden furniture. He was happiest when he was out on his tractor working in the fields.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, William ''Skeet'' Grenwelge.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Margaret ''Peggy'' Grenwelge of Scranton; one daughter, Sarah Beth Rader and husband, John E. of Peter Pender; three sisters, Martha Farnam of Delaware, Lillie Brewster of Scranton, and Johanna Scrivner and husband, Dick of Fort Smith; two grandchildren, Elizabeth Rader and Emilie Rader; numerous nieces and nephews and many friends.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 13, 2022 followed by a visitation from 7:00-8:00P.M. at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
Cremation and memorial services are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/paris
Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123 or to the Scranton rural Fire Department, 205 Park Avenue, Scranton, Arkansas 72863.
Special thanks to the dedicated staff and caregivers of Greenhurst Nursing Center in Charleston and to the Heart of Hospice staff for their loving kindness and care.
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14 Condolence(s)
Rodney Hartsfield ( KI5USS)
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
Although I never met Ernest in person he was my first Ham Radio contact..I was nervous about keying that mic for the first time and this friendly voice answered when I did and made me feel very comfortable! He was very helpful and was very adamant about not being afraid to ask questions..I talked to him several times after and he was always very friendly and helpful...I will miss keying that mic on the Mount Magazine repeater and hearing KE5SPW come back! Rest in piece my friend...God Bless your family!
doris davis
Saturday, December 17, 2022
Earnest will be missed by our little community.
My sympathy to his family. May God bless you all.
Doris Davis
Jane Davis Thompson
Monday, December 12, 2022
Sympathy and Prayers for the family and friendsðŸ™
Carole Moore Street
Monday, December 12, 2022
Thoughts & prayers for the family of Ernest. RIP, my friend.
Wes thompson
Friday, December 9, 2022
Prayers of comfort for the family and friends. Ernest was a friend and classmates in high school. He will be missed.
Jim Kiefer
Friday, December 9, 2022
Our sincere condolences to the family. 73 Ernest
Francis and Kim Frederick
Friday, December 9, 2022
I got to know Ernest when I built their home, he was a joy to be around, he always was ready to help people when he could. Our thoughts and prayers for the family.
Kathy Snow
Friday, December 9, 2022
So sorry for your loss worked with him on the Scranton Fire Department he was a great person
Nicole & Julien Brossoie
Friday, December 9, 2022
Sending our deepest condolences for the loss of Uncle Ernie. Wishing strength and comfort for Aunt Peggy and Sarah Beth.
joyce Barnett
Friday, December 9, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, so sorry for your loss
Carol Johnson
Friday, December 9, 2022
So sorry to hear about Ernie! Didn't know he had been ill. He was always so entertaining when he came in to the shop. Prayers and condolences to the family.
Bill Forst
Friday, December 9, 2022
I met Earnest several years ago at the local amateur radio club meeting. Over the following
years I have had many contacts with Ernest over the air waves. Ernest will be missed.
RIP KE5SPW 73 W5IQ Bill
Bud and Becky Inman
Thursday, December 8, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you in the passing of Ernest.
Patti Wewers
Thursday, December 8, 2022
To the family and especially my friends, Lillie and Martha: I am so sorry for your loss. May your brother rest in peace. Amen