Russell C. Ernst

November 25, 1961 - June 8, 2021

Russell C. Ernst, age 59, of Minocqua, WI. Passed away peacefully on June 8th, 2021. He graduated at Lakeland Union High School of class 1980. He went to UW Stout and then attended North Central Technical College graduating with a degree in electronics. He was a former member of Minocqua Bats Ski Team where he did not just help put on the show skiing but was also active in many other aspects as a team member. His hobbies were building and racing remote controlled cars, boats, helicopter and planes. He loved spending quality time with his dog Sparky and grand puppy Harley. Russ loved collecting rare coins. He enjoyed doing outdoor activities such as camping, motorcycling, boating, cruising around with his collector vehicles. He loved to deer hunt. The most of all that he was proud of was his diving expertise. His last diving was in Philippines in 2020. Russell is survived by his wife Winnie Ernst, his three kids: Kimberly Ernst of Oak Park, IL, Kristen and Justin Ernst of Lake Tomahawk, WI. Russ was a proud grandfather of Makayla Ernst also live in Oak Park, IL. His brother Rick Ernst of Presque Isle, WI along with his niece and nephews Michael, Josh Ernst and Andrea (Ernst) Larson. Russell is proceeded in death by his father Roger Ernst, Uncle Charles Heinrich, mother Dorothy Ernst and many other family member who with also be truly missed. Russ may be gone in our sight forever but he will be surely missed by his family and friends. A funeral service will be on June 19th, 2021 @ 2:00PM in Bolger Funeral and Cremation Services in Minocqua.