William Ernest "Ernie" Bean
December 8, 1938 ~ May 28, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. Michael's Catholic Church Ridge, MD with Fr. Lee Fangmeyer officiating. Interment will be private.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 in St. Michael's Catholic Church Ridge, MD from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM with prayers being recited at 7:00 PM, followed by Rescue Squad prayers at 7:10PM.
William Ernest "Ernie" Bean, 71, died on Friday, May 28, 2010, at his residence in Lexington Park, MD.
Born on December 8, 1938, in Beachville, MD , he was the son of the late James Lloyd Bean and Catherine Marie Tennyson.
He was the loving husband of Mary Louise Bean, whom he married on April 15, 1961, in Holy Face Catholic Church, Great Mills, MD.
He is also survived by his daughter, Jennifer Marie and her husband Darrell Mason of California, MD, one grand-daughter, Lillian "Lilly" Kathryn Mason, his brother David Bean of Glen Burnie, MD and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Joseph Edward Bean and James Lloyd "Bud" Bean and his sister Mary Catherine Hale.
Ernie was a life long resident of St. Mary's County and a life long member of St. Michaels Catholic Church, Ridge, MD. Ernie was employed with the St. Mary's County Board of Education Maintenance Department for over 31 years. Upon his retirement, he was employed with Dyncorp, United States Naval Test Pilot School, Patuxent River, MD as a Security Guard for over 14 years.
Ernie had a wonderfully full and interesting life. An avid volunteer, he was a Life Member of the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad. Ernie was also a member of the Leonardtown Volunteer Rescue Squad and the Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad. He also served as a volunteer for the Outpatient Infusion Center in Leonardtown, MD.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 1, 2010 from 5:00 PM - 8:00PM in St. Michaels Catholic Church, Ridge, MD with prayers being recited at 7:00 PM followed by Rescue Squad Prayers at 7:10 PM. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. Michaels Catholic Church, Ridge, MD with Fr. Fangmeyer officiating. Interment will be private.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Abell, Emerick Norris, Jack Cullison, Danny Johnson, Fred Lee and Bill Rhodes.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 456 Ridge, MD 20680 and/or the Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad P.O. Box 339 Lexington Park, MD 20653
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“Aunt Louise, Jennifer, Darrell, and Lilly-Our hearts are filled with sorrow and pain of Uncle Ernie’s passing. I know that there are many angels waiting to greet him in Heaven. Uncle Ernie was a fighter and a true character. Our deepest sympathy, love, and prayers surround you all. We will miss him and know that he is watching over all of us Beans and families, keeping us safe. Please let us know if you need anything. “
“I had the distinct pleasure to meet Mary & Ernie Bean back in 1989 while in the miltary. Joined LPVRS and got to know Ernie then and had continued to know him throughout the years. He will be sorely missed and he and the Bean family are loved by leaps and bounds. God Bless Ernie and hope to see you one day. Thank you for your service to the community.”
“I’m deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Ernie. It was just a couple of weeks ago Ernie and his brother David stopped by the firehouse in California to talk. When I would see him on calls he always had a smile on his face. He was truly a guy who made everyone around him better. My deepest condolences to Mary, David and the rest of the family. “
“My dear Mary Louise and Jennifer, please know we all will miss your beloved, Ernie. May he rest in peace after his hard fought battle. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathy, love, and prayers. I will be thinking of you. May God bless you and yours…..”
“Mary, I am so sorry about Ernie. I know how much you loved him. There is a song called “I can only imagine” by Mercy Me (I think) and it describes the heaven that I know Ernie is in right now. I just pray that you can draw some comfort from that. Just know that you are always in my thoughts. Sending all of my love to you, Mary. May God life you up and carry you through this time of pain.”
“Aunt Louise and Jennifer, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and my uncle. I hope and trust that he is looking down upon us with smiles and great memories. I will miss Unc and all the good times I spent down there for crabs and family visits over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. Love, Brent Jamie, Grace, Brent and Callie. “
“We cannot express our condolences in words…We are so very blessed to have had “Big E” and your family, in our lives while we lived in St. Mary’s. He was such a special man and your family is in our prayers. Love you all!!”
“Mary Louise and family,my deepest condolences to you all. God has another great angel and you have a guardian angel to watch over you. Ernie was a true friend and volunteer and a great St. Mary’s Countian. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. God bless you all.”
“Jen & family ~ We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.”
“Mary so sorry for your loss , you and the family will be in our prayers. Ernie was a good man and we know just how much he will be missed. Peace……”
“Ernie served the community he loved with the heart of a true volunteer. He was a feirce and loyal man of great integrity whom I am proud to have called my friend. My heart and thoughts stay with Ernie’s family: thank you for “loaning” him to us for so long.”
“Ernie was thought of so fondly, and will be so greatly missed. We loved him and will always remember him. Your family is in our prayers. I will miss seeing him at the squad. “
“Mary Louise and Jennifer – Although the loss you feel may exist for a long time, you are blessed for having had Ernie as a husband and father. While he had several other loves in his life (e.g., caring for his cars, cutting his grass, and running as an EMS volunteer), none even come close to comparing with his love for his family. You can count on us being there for you.”
“I am saddened to hear the passing of Ernie. He was a friend and an asset to the Volunteer Community and will be missed by all whom lives he touched. My condolences to the Bean Family.”
“Mary & Jennifer ~~ We are so sorry to here Ernie has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He was always smiling and he knew no stranger. You have gotten one of the greatest guardian angels of all time. Cherish the memories and he will remain forever in your hearts.”
“ERNIE, REST IN PEACE AND PRAY FOR US WHO ARE STILL HERE.”
“Oh my Mary Louise, I was so saddened to hear of the loss of Ernie. Ernie was always such a jokester, we will miss his humor. Please be assured that you can call on us anytime, and we will be there. Our prayers are with you, your family and Ernie. I can’t take away your pain, but I can listen if you want to talk.”
“Dad – no words can describe how I feel right now and how lost I feel. You were everything to our family. Now you have been reunited with Grandma Bean and the rest of the family that has gone before you. Lilly has her own personal angel named Pop-Pop watching over her. She has your smile all the way! Please know we love you so very much and nothing will ever be the same again. Darrell, Lilly and I will take care of Mom – she is the strongest woman I know. We love and miss you so much! Love you Dad!”
“Words can’t describe the love that I have for your family. “Big E” could always make me smile. I have soo many memories that I will cherish. I know that it is very diffcult right now and no words can take the pain away. He is now a angel and watching over everyone. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. Love, Kelly, Ronnie and Jordan”
“We are so sorry to hear Ernie has passed away. He has been a bright spot in our neighborhood and will be missed by all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.”
“Mary – I am sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. – Mary”
“My Dad and Ernie worked together for years at the St. Mary’s County Board of Education Maintenance Department. Rest in peace Mr. Bean. Rudy’s Daughter “
“My thoughts and prayers are with the Bean family. I met Ernie when he volunteered at St. Mary’s Hospital. Ernie always had a smile on his face and was so kind to the patients and staff. He was always willing to lend a hand or just sit, listen and comfort. He will be missed by many. I pray that God will heal your pain as the days, weeks and months pass. God bless.”
“I was sorry to hear of Ernie’s death, yet I know that he is now “resting in peace”.”
“Mary, Jennifer and family, Son and I were so sorry to learn of Ernie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. We will continue to keep you in our prayers. With our love, Son and Elaine”
“My deepest sympathy to Mary Louise and family in this time of great sorrow. I ran with Ernie on the Ridge Rescue Squad and was always impressed with his empathy, tenderness, and professionalism as an E.M.T. May God Bless the family for I know that Ernie is in a better place.”
“Mary Louise, We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that time will ease some of the pain in your hearts.”
“We’ll miss you – your brother, David.”
“Rest in peace our friend . Ms Mary Louise our thoughts and prayer are with you .”
“”Ernie was a great friend and a good neighbor. We will truly miss him. Mary,we will continue our friendship and will be there if you need us. “GOD BLESS YOU” “
“Bean, Your dad will be missed by many, he was a wonderful man with the warmest smile. We know that he is in heaven watching over you all. We love you and are here for you anytime. “
“Mary Louise, Jennifer & family, we were out of town this weekend and were so shocked to hear of Ernie’s passing. It was a sad moment for us and I will always remember his date of passing as my father passed away the same day 39 years ago. Please let us know if we can be of any help. We know he will be loved in heaven and will make the angels smile. Your friends, Lorraine & Tom”
“Jen & Family, I was so sorry to hear that your Dad had passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.”
“Jen & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. “
“Dear Mary Louise(Beanie)and family, You are all in my prayers. I am here to help in anyway, just let me know. Ernie was a very quiet person, but always there for support when needed. We need more people like him. God bless, Hugs, Mary Ann”
“Mary – we were shocked to hear this sad news. I just saw you at the Hospice Walk and all was okay with you all. I am so very sorry for your loss. Keep your memories close to your heart. Sincerely,”
“To the Bean Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Jen, I can’t tell you how sorry I am that you and your family must go through this. It’s obvious that your father touched many people in his lifetime. You will see your father every day in Lily’s smile.”
“Jennifer and Mary Louise, I am saddened by hearing of Ernie’s passing. I have fond memories of Ernie during my time spent in St Marys. I will always remember Ernie being a good man, friend and neighbor. May he rest and be at peace. “
“Mary Louise and Jennifer, I am saddened to hear of Ernie’s passing. Please accept my sincere condolenes for your loss.”
“Mary Louise, Jennifer and family, please know that I have you in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace after his hard fought battle. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathy, love, and prayers. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the coming days. “
“Jen & Family, We are so sorry to hear about your Dad passing. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know.”
“Mary Louise & Jennifer ~~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Ernie was so dedicated to the EMS community. He will be greatly missed.”
“In the name of all the Missionary Servants,know our prayers are with you and family Mary Louise. Mass will be offered for the repose of Ernie. May He Rest In Peace!”
“Another great man has joined that Rescue Squad in the sky… watch over all of us still taking care of those down here! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Rest in Peace Ernie… bet you are catching up on all the news!! “
“I was so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing. I found out this morning and it was too late to come to the funeral. I pray for God’s comfort and healing to surround You and Jennifer in the days ahead. God Blessed you with many wonderful years together and he will continue to pour his Blessings out on you and your family. Love to All.”
“Mrs. Bean and Jennifer, our heartfelt condolences from the Smith Family of Leonardtown. From the years that we worked together (James and Jennifer) it was very clear that your relationship with your parents was treasured and well maintained. God’s grace to the both of you and your extended families as you continue along life’s journey. “
“Jen and family, I am so sorry for the lost of your father. Know that you and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ernie was the kind of man we all need to have in our lives: caring, giving, and loving. He will be missed.”
“I was sadden to hear of Ernie’s passing. Our prays are with the family.”
“Mary & Family ~ We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love, Eddie, Sally and all the boys. “
“To the Bean family, I worked with Ernie at Dyncorp (Test Pilot School) for 3 years, he and my grandfather Bill Gurley were great friends. I was shocked to hear of his passing, he will be greatly missed by all. He was a wonderful man, driven to help people in any way that he could. His passion for the rescue squad was so great, he talked about it all the time when we worked together. I was shocked to hear this sad news, it was too late to attend the funeral by the time I heard. But to the whole Bean family, I am very sorry for your loss.”
“Mary and Jennifer, We are so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing. Take comfort in the love of friends and family. If we can help you in this time of sadness, we are here. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bertha and Ricky(Poo)”
“Mary and Jen: We would like to express our deepest condolences to you on Ernie’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are here for you if you need us. Love Kathy and John “
“Dear Mary Louise, we were so sorry to hear of Ernie’s passing. Liz was fortunate to make such nice a friend during Chemo. If you need anything please let us know, we are only 4 doors down. Please give our condolences to Jennifer also. Sincerely, Carl Myers & Family”
“I am sorry that I was not able to attend Ernie’s Funeral due to me being in San Diego Ca… I know It was a loss and that he can and will be missed for a long time… He also will be missed at both Vollunteer rescue quads Ridge and Lex. Park… I met him and worked with him a few times… Again my prayers are with you all… I bid him a good by but not forgotten by fairwell.. Hugs and love to the family and all… I was a former member of Ridge vol Rescue Suuad. and Lex Vol Rescue Squad… Ridge Vol Fire Dept… Dennis Mayor, 4242 51st Street #1 San Diego, Ca. 92115”