Ernie Zernik
January 16, 1959 ~ June 26, 2020
Born in:
Rochester, New York
Resided in:
Greece , New York
Greece: Friday, June 26, 2020 at age 61 went home to be with his parents, George and Marian Zernik. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 37 years, Nadine Zernik; sister, Sharon (Joseph) Coluccelli; niece, Sarah (Dan) Jensen; nephew, Joe (Katelyn) Coluccelli and their children, Joe, Ava and Henry; many dear friends.
Ernie delivered newspapers for Rochester General Hospital for 7 years and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Ernie’s visitation will be held Wednesday, July 1st 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM where his prayer service will follow at 11:00 AM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Rd. (Face masks and social distancing required). Interment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the families wish is for you to do something you would not ordinarily do for yourself in honor of Ernie’s life. For more information and to sign his online guestbook, visit www.meesonfamily.com
VISITATION GUIDELINES DUE TO NYS MANDATES:
- ALL ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK AND HAVE HAND SANITIZER
- ALL ARE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST 6 FEET OF SOCIAL DISTANCING
- ALL ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN IN AT INFO CENTER
- ALL ARE REQUIRED TO LIMIT THEIR TIME TO NO MORE THAN 15 MINUTES IN THE FUNERAL HOME
- A MAXIMUM OF 40 PEOPLE WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE FUNERAL HOME AT ONCE
Thank you for your understanding and patience during this difficult time for all.
Services
Visitation: July 1, 2020 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Vay-Schleich & Meeson - Greece Chapel
1075 Long Pond Road
Rochester, NY 14626
Prayer Service: July 1, 2020 11:00 am
Vay-Schleich & Meeson - Greece Chapel
1075 Long Pond Road
Rochester, NY 14626
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Sharon,
No words can express the sorrow and heartache you and your family must be experiencing now. Ernie was a special man in your lives…
Peace now for Ernie
Mary Beth Stein
dear ernie will miss your sparkling smiles many fond memories
Nadine, I am so very sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing. You both were such wonderful friends to me and the kids when we were in need. Memories of Ernie make me smile and I am so sad for your loss.
Dear Sharon,
May loving memories comfort & surround you always while mourning for your dear brother Ernie.
Love, Lauren & Ray
Nadine, I am so sorry for your loss. I love your wish that I do something I would not ordinarily do for myself, just have to think on what that would be and I will be sure to do it. Thinking of you. 61 years is much too young to leave this Earth.
Nadine,
I’m so very sorry to hear about Ernie. May memories of him lighten your heart and bring you comfort and peace.
Marlene Lembke
I was saddened to learn of Ernie’s passing. When I worked at RGH, seeing Ernie in the morning was a lovely highlight to start my day. He was always smiling. May happy memories wrap your family in comfort during this difficult time.
I was an RN at RGH until 2015. I will never forget Ernie and his smiling face. He could brighten anyone’s day. He would often ask about my kids as he witnessed me work on 5400 through 3 of my pregnancies. He was a kind soul. Thinking of your family!
My condolences Zernik family; I knew Ernie in high school and he was a kind, sweet, genuine guy. No doubt that he was a light in your life, and that you will miss him dearly.
Nadine,
I worked with you in the PACC until 1993.
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with
you at this difficult time.
Fondly, June (was Kamm) Morrison
Nadine and family
I’m so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Ernie with as kind and friendly smile. Cheryl Krenzer Sheridan
I was an RN at Rochester General and like so many others I’ll always have the special memories of talking with Ernie in the mornings, especially Monday mornings in football season. He was a special guy ❤️.
I work at RGH. He was such a sweet guy. He will be missed by many. Condolences to the family. RIP Ernie.
My sincere condolences.
Love,
Betty Jerabeck
Nadine,
Very sorry to learn of Ernie’s passing. I always will have pleasant memories of speaking with him. He was a wonderful person, always a smile and kind words for all.
Doug Waltman
Nadine,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Hugs and prayers
Nadine,
I did not know you but Ernie worked at Genesee Hospital in the Pediatric unit and took care of my youngest brother after surgery, I will never forget how compassionate he was to my brother who was 18 @ the time.
He also delivered papers to the patients and always came to the hospital with a smile that brightened the patients and staff members.
He was a great human being, I’m so sorry for your loss and may you find comfort in knowing he touched so many hearts in his journey on earth.
Nadine,
We are very sorry to learn of Ernie’s passing. I have vivid memories of Ernie’s great laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Mike and Julie Marra