Patricia Fleck Ernst

1932 - 2020

Patricia Fleck Ernst obituary, 1932-2020, Durango, CO

BORN

1932

DIED

2020

Patricia Ernst Obituary

Patricia (Pat) Fleck Ernst passed away in Englewood, CO, on May 14, 2020. Pat was born March 23, 1932 in Durango, CO, to the late John and Helen Fleck. She graduated from Durango High School and Fort Lewis College. She married Robert (Bob) Ernst in Durango on December 27, 1952.

Pat was preceded in death by parents, husband, daughter Leigh (Jim) Typer, and son-in-law Thomas Lance. Pat is survived by her daughters, Laurie (Greg) Clark, Annie Lance, and Carrie (John) Thompson; grandchildren, Jamie (Hayden) Pecha, William Clark, Nick Thompson, and Alex Thompson; and great-granddaughters, Hannah Grace Pecha and Madeline Ann Pecha. Pat is also survived by her sister, Jerene Keller, and nieces, Connie (Kate Fleming) Keller, Margie (Craig) Gallehugh, and Denise (Mike) Lee.

A celebration of Pat's life will be held at St. Columba Church in Durango when the family can safely gather.

For a full obituary, please see www.horancares.com.

Published by Pine River Times on May 26, 2020.
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One of the nicest ladies I've ever known. Our families were close in Durango, and about 3 years ago I met up with Pat again in Englewood. I am so sad to hear of her passing! Carrie, Annie, I love you girls!

Carol Haas Ronco

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August 21, 2020

I was lucky enought to know Pat when I was the Executive Director of the DAAR in the '80's. She was a warm and lovely human being. And she knew how to laugh! A very important quality. My sincere condolences to Pat's family.

Mary Crotty

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June 28, 2020

What a life and legacy you have lived, Pat! Rest In Peace and Love!
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June 4, 2020

Lived down the street from this wonderful family for many years-condolences to all.

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May 26, 2020

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