October 3, 1949 – January 3, 2020
Ernest Buckley, 70, of Corona, CA passed away on Friday January 3rd, at his home in Corona.
Funeral services will be held 10am Thursday, January 23rd at Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary with the Mr. Bob Davis, of St. Thomas Church, officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at Riverside National Cemetery at 11:45am. Arrangements are by Acheson & Graham Garden of Prayer Mortuary.
Ernest was an amazing Husband, Father and Grandfather. Born in the Bronx, New York to Jane and Theodore Buckley. He attended Theodore Roosevelt high school in the Bronx. He married the love of his life, Kathie, on October 22nd 1972 at Our Lady of Mercy Church in the Bronx New York. They relocated to California, were Ernest graduated from Cal Baptist University. He was the owner of Ameritech, in which he was a Salesman and Printer of high security documents for 50 years. Ernest was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the Marines and was awarded three Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star. He was involved in Semper Fi Memorial Honor Detail.
Ernest is survived by his wife, Kathie; his daughters, Kristine and Jodi; son Bill with his wife Lisa, and his granddaughters that he adored more than anything Trevi and Capri. His brother Bill and his sister Jane Forte with her husband Bill. He is also remembered by numerous Nieces and Nephews that love talking with him and hearing his stories
Ernest will always be remembered for his infectious laugh, big smile and warm heart. No matter what the obstacles or challenge his motto would be; "No Problem". You will be missed beyond words, This world is a greater place for having known you. Until we meet again. We love you, good journey.
In lieu of Flowers, Memorials, if desired can be donated to:
Semper Fi One,
16130 Red Pony Lane
Riverside, CA 92504
The family of Ernest wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Mac McClain, and the Semper Fi Memorial Honor Detail.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.AchesonandGraham.com for the Buckley family.
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