Robert Dewayne Ernsbarger, 72, passed away Tuesday, May 5, 2020. He was born in Tacoma Washington, but was a longtime resident of Prattville, Alabama. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Dona Gay Ernsbarger; daughter and son: Sara (David) Bicard of Pike Road, AL, Eric Ernsbarger of Deatsville, AL; and 2 grandchildren: Niles Bicard and Sadie Bicard. He was preceded in death by his mother and father: Ella Mae and George Jacob Ernsbarger.
Robert was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He earned several medals during his 22 years of service in the Air Force, including Distinguished Flying Cross and Airman’s Medal among others. After the military he continued to serve in a civilian position with the Air Force as a computer systems analyst.
He was an avid RC model airplane flyer and member of the Fountain City Flyers.
A visitation will be held at 1:00pm on Saturday, May 9, 2020, at Ridout’s- Brown Service Chapel in Prattville, AL. A service will follow at 2:00pm. Interment will be at the Alabama National Cemetery in Montevallo, AL.