Ernest D. Minichello

Birth date: Apr 19, 1946 Death date: Mar 26, 2022

Ernest D. Minichello passed away on March 26, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Ernest was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on April 19th, 1946 to Ernest A. Minichello and Mary T. (Rocci) Minichello. He lived with his family in South Read Obituary

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John David And Helen Konold

183w ago

Judy and Family -- much love to you all. With so many good things to say about Ernie,
I've been trying to find the best phrase to start with - and Col. Connie Brown nailed it: "A loving man of honor and dignity." Ernie so enjoyed talking about his loving family, yet he always asked how our family was doing. He had so many good stories to tell and information to share, yet he always listened intently to what others were contributing. Such a great listener!. Finally, I'll always remember how sweet he was to appreciate my goofy jokes. His eyes would squint as that big smile came across his face. Helen and I are blessed to have known Ernie. John David Konold

Janice And Rick Daitchman

183w ago

in honor of Ernest.

Our condolences to the entire Minichello family in their loss of Ernest. May memories of him bring them much comfort in the days ahead.

Janice and Rick Daitchman

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Doris Gorgas

183w ago

Sent a Meat & Cheese Wooden Gift Crate to the Minichello family.

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Doris Gorgas

183w ago

in honor of Ernest.

Ernie added so much to Carlton Drive for years. His devotion to his family and friends was remarkable. Every year, he would help organize the placing of USA flags on the curb lawns for patriotic holidays, plus luminaries at Christmastime. He never missed a holiday. A Patriot that will be missed. Doris Gorgas

Kathleen M.

183w ago

Sent a Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum to the Minichello family.

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Connie A Brown, Col, Usa, Ret.

183w ago

I met Ernie in the jungle in Vietnam. I was the commander of D Company, 2/3rd Infantry, "The Old Guard". Second Lt. Minichello became a 40 man platoon leader and later, the Executive Officer.
We spent many, many nights sleeping on the ground, dodging bullets and went weeks without a shower. It was like going to summer camp, except for real.
Ernie was an excellent leader of men and they would follow him without question. I too felt safer when he was watching my back.
Ernie always kept in touch and we started meeting for dinner every year when he and Judy came to DC to visit their family and to attend the annual reunion of his "Old Guard".
Each year he pressed me, unsuccessfully, to come to the reunion. Ha, Ha!
However, mostly he talked about his beloved family and, of course, to show off the latest pictures.
Between the dinners and the, "Hello Colonel, Ernie Minichello here." periodic phone calls I got to know the true Ernie. He was a loving man of honor and dignity that kind of caught you by surprise. It was also clear that the central pillar of his strength was his beloved wife Judith. Quiet and reserved, she was always there, especially throughout his courageous fight during the last few years.
Deborah and I feel proud to be among their Friends.
Ernie will be missed here, but welcomed in Heaven. They can always use someone with his kind of class.
COL&Mrs. Connie A Brown