Ernest A DeCurtis, age 63, lost his brave battle with lung cancer on 2/19/2016. He is survived by his loving partner Darlene, his devoted sister Ann Marie, and his two nieces Victoria and Amie. Ernest had two careers, first a plumber for 15 years, he later worked as a Receiver for Stop & Shop. Family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9pm at Michael J Higgins Funeral Home in New City, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, 10am, St. Joseph's Church, Spring Valley, followed by a private cremation.