Ernest H. "Ernie" Hager

Ernest (Ernie ) H. Hager 82 of Russellville, MO passed away at his home December 25, 2014 with his wife Pauline by his side.
Ernie was born April 1, 1932 in Russellville, the son of Fritz & Erma Hager. On May 31, 1958 Ernie was united in marriage to Pauline Moeller who survives him.
Early on Ernie spent many years working in the poultry business. Followed by twenty-one years of service with Cole County Public Works; retiring in April 1996.
He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Russellville.
Ernie was a hard worker, working alongside Pauline to maintain the home he loved so much. For many years he raised cattle and pigs for butchering for family and friends; and also a few chickens for eggs. In his younger days he loved to squirrel, rabbit and coon hunt, bringing the game home for a meal. He also enjoyed fishing, cutting wood and setting on his porch swing.
Ernie and Pauline spent many weekend evenings with friends dancing at the local VFW, where their favorite bands played.
Ernie is survived by his daughter Sharon Distler, Russellville, MO, four grandchildren, Brandy (Chris) Scott, Eldon, MO, Sherry Distler, Jefferson City, MO, Vicky (Jeff) Mosley, Pittsburgh, PA and Joey Distler, and his fiance Michelle Scheidt, Russellville, and 5 great grandchildren, Nick, Ethan & Carly Hendrix, Nathaniel Sullivan and Lauren Ngowi. He is also survived by two sisters, Matilda Blank, St. Joseph, MO and Marie (Leroy) Meisel, Jefferson City, MO, and one niece Linda Blank along with great nieces & nephews.
Ernie was preceded in death by his parents, brother-in-law Hershel Blank and niece Carol Betts.
Visitation will be Monday, December 29, 2014 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Russellville with a Prayer Service at 3:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Michaels Quilting Angels or he charity of the donor's choice.

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