Ernesto (Ernie) was one of seven children born to parents, Eufrocino and Petra Baraceros, on August 17, 1943, in Salvacion 2nd, Lupao, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Ernie attended the Central Luzon State University and received a degree in Automotive Studies. In 1966, Ernie enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served this country for 22 years on the USS George Bancroft (SSBN), USS George Washington Carver (SSBN) and the commissioned USS Florida (SSBN). After his retirement from the US Navy, Ernie continued to have a connection to the Port Hueneme Base while working in a civilian role until his retirement.
Ernie married the love of his life, Norma D. Antonio, on April 20, 1974 in Maui, Hawaii. They made Oxnard, CA their home in 1980 and had two children together, Mary Ellen and Edgar. Ernie had a love for fishing, crabbing, and clamming. His favorite place to fish and take out of town guests was the Port Hueneme Beach. Ernie was known by family and friends for his generosity and hospitality. He was always willing to help others get ahead in life and enjoyed the simple things in the company of friends and family, such as a good BBQ, basketball game or boxing match.
Ernie was preceded in death by his sister Juling, brother Benjamin, and his parents. Ernie is survived by his wife Norma, their two children, Mary Ellen and her husband Alan, Edgar and his wife Jayme and their two children, Cassie Belle and Aubrie Paige, sister Rose and brothers John and Manuel and many other family/relatives.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Funeraria Del Angel in Oxnard, CA. Military funeral will be held on July 27, 2020 at the Los Angeles National Cemetery.
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