In Memoriam: John R. (Jack) Ernst
JOHN R. (JACK) ERNST passed away on May 14, 2016 at the age of 83. Jack was a co-founder of Cravens Fabrics & Supplies, charter member of North Pulaski United Methodist Church and served in the U.S. Navy. A long-time supporter of eventing, Jack Ernst offered his own Jubilee Farm for Horse Trials and local Rackensack Pony Club Meetings for decades. Jack was also a loyal volunteer all over the country, and became a recipient of the USEA Governor's Cup for his many years of service.
Preceded in death by wife, Barbara J. Bryant Ernst; mother, Kana Lou Cravens; and step-father, Henry Cravens. Survivors include two daughters, Wendy Tittle of North Little Rock and Gail McManus of Colorado and grandson, Tommy Lee Gullahorn III of Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jack's name may be made to North Pulaski United Methodist Church.
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