Ernest M. Dapilmoto went home to our Lord on December 8, 2014. He was born in Manila, Philippines and grew up in San Antonio, TX. He graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1965 and entered the US Army in 1966 with a tour in Vietnam assigned to the 4th Infantry (Ivy) Division. He served the military for twenty years, then worked for the US Postal Service and retired in 2007. Thereafter, he proudly served as a BRAG volunteer for SAMMC. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Luz Jugo Dapilmoto, son and daughter-in-law Eric and Teresa, daughter Michele, grandchildren JonJon, Jacob, and Jiah, five sisters, one brother, and other numerous family members. Ernest’s passion was plants, bonsai, playing guitar, and loved his Longhorn football games. Ernest was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather and his kindness, compassion, and generosity will always be remembered. Visitation will be held Monday, December 15, 2014 from 5:00 – 9:00 pm with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 pm at Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 16, 2014 at 10:00 am at Saint Helena Catholic Church. Interment will follow with Military Honors at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
