Obituary
Ernest P. (Ernie) Saunders Sr.
Sydney Mines
It is with broken hearts and a great sense of loss that we, the family of Ernest P. Saunders Sr., announce his passing on Monday, January 31, 2022, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Sydney Mines on December 29, 1956, Ernie was the son of the late John and Helen (Devoe) Saunders.
For those of you who knew Ernie, you have known him to be a perfectionist who likes to do things his way, because it was the right way, and the only way.
Ernie was a long-time employee of the CBRM Public Works division, and a member of CUPE 759. He had a lifelong relationship with Roy Iannetti, who he was deeply connected to. He will be remembered for many things that endeared him to his family and friends. He was the master of the good deal, and always used his shrewd negotiating skills to back up that statement.
He will be missed for so many reasons, and will be remembered for, first, his love of family, and also for being a master craftsman, who used his knowledge to his ‘perfectionist’ level.
Ernie is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Lillian (Williams), who he loved dearly, and showed it every day they spent together, his son Ernie (Rachel), grandsons Brendon (Brianna) and Eliott, his daughter Laura (Joey), and grandson Breton.
His love for his family was an attribute that was always on display, and was included in most every conversation.
Ernie is also survived by his sister Matilda (Tillie), who always occupied a special place in his heart, and his brothers-in-law James (Carol), Ernie (Tina), Harry (Michelle), and Gary (Heather), and his sister-in-law Jane (Colin).
At Ernie’s request, a private visitation will take place at a later date. Donations in Ernie’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation, or a charity of your choice. Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to his family at www.jmjobesfuneralhome.com
To send flowers to Ernie’s family, please visit our floral store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ernie Saunders December 29 1956 January 31 2022 (age 65)..
Death notice for the town of: Sydney-Mines, Province: Nova Scotia