Ernest "Ernie" James Conry, age 74, of Knoxville, TN passed away at his home on July 12, 2021, with his loving wife and his three sons by his side. Ernie was a big fan of The University of Tennessee sports programs, his favorite was the softball program. He was an avid hunter of deer and enjoyed the fishing bank on occasion. Ernie enjoyed coaching soccer for The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) for twenty plus years. He also served his country proudly in the United States Airforce during the Vietnam War.
When Ernie entered into the Gates of Eternity, he had waiting on him his parents Ernest Conry Sr. and Elwanda Conry.
He leaves behind to cherish his legacy of love his loving and dedicated wife of twenty five years Tammy Jo Conry; sons, Sean Conry, Ben Dawley, Chris Dawley; daughters, Jaime Conry, Katie Conry LaDage all of Knoxville, TN; grandchildren, Ethan LaDage, Owen LaDage, Abby Waldschmidt, Kodi Jax Dawley, and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday July 18, 2021 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Berry Highland West Funeral Home, 9913 Sherrill Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37932, with a Committal Service at East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery, 2200 E. Governor John Sevier Highway, Knoxville, TN on Monday, July 19, 2021 at 2:00 PM with full military honors. The family would like donations be made in Ernest's name to The Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund at 105 Westpark Dr. #415, Brentwood, TN 37027
Online condolences and fond memories and can be extended to the family at www.berryhighlandwest.com
Berry Highland West Funeral Home
9913 Sherrill Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37932
865-693-9547
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