HOWARD – Ernest “Ernie” Lee Bevington, 62, of Howard, passed away on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Wellspring Post Acute Center in Lancaster, Calif. He was born on Feb. 26, 1958, to Dwight Ernest and Jeanne Bevington in Cadillac, Mich.
After graduating from Fredericktown High School in 1976, Ernest went on to work in various industrial practices including aerospace, cabinetry and auto manufacturing.
Ernest could be described as a quiet and kind family man. He enjoyed spending his free time cooking large family meals when his children were younger including his famous potato salad, loaded baked beans, and banana split nights. He enjoyed watching movies, barbeques at Apple Valley beach and family gatherings. He devoted his life to raising his children as a single parent, along with taking care of his elderly mother until her passing. Ernest was a wonderful father who would work extensive hours on the factory floor to provide for his family. Despite this, he would never miss a single athletic activity of his children. He taught his children the value of working hard and being kind to others.
He is survived by his son, Matthew (Jennifer) Bevington of Lancaster, Calif.; daughters, Angela (Steve) Ritzer of Johnstown and Rhema Bevington of Circleville; eight grandchildren, Dax, Kaylena, Kaleb, Faith, Makayla, Cullen, Emily and Allison; four siblings, Judy (Frank) Upp of Lancaster, Richard Bevington of Mountain View, Ark., Ken Bevington of Mount Vernon and Mary Clay of Kentucky; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, Dwight Ernest and Jeanne Bevington; a brother, Dan Bevington; and a sister, Peggy Woolison.
A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12, in Green Valley Cemetery, 9288 Green Valley Road, Mount Vernon, with Pastor Marvin Haught officiating.
In lieu of flowers the family would like to encourage donations to either the American Diabetes Association or the Dementia Society of America.
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The Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is honored to serve the family of Ernest “Ernie” Lee Bevington.
