It is with heavy hearts and sorrow we announce the passing of Ernest John Muhle. He passed away Dec. 26, 2022 in Moose Jaw at Providence Place at the age of 90.
Ernest leaves his beloved wife of 63 years, Sharon, son Martin (Chaz), grandson Kyle (Erica), daughter Susan (Norm) granddaughters Audra, Megan (Alexi), son Stephen (Shelli) grandsons Dallas (Ashley), Tucker, and son Allan, along with many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews
Ernest was predeceased by his parents Herman and Florence Muhle and brother Ben.
Ernest was born Jan. 12, 1932 to Herman and Florence Muhle. He was raised on the family farm and worked on the farm with his dad and brother until he took over the farming operation.
Ernest married Sharon Jean Knarr on April 17, 1959. He was nearly late for his wedding, delivering a calf before he was on his way.
Ernest loved sports, fastball, baseball, hockey, foot ball and curling. As a young man, visiting his cousins in Iowa he was offered a try out for the farm league for the Major leagues, but farming was a bigger part of his life. Ernest was a player/coach for the Mortlach Jets for many years. One of his greatest joys was seeing the pride and commitment in his players and teammates making the Mortlach Jets something that he was proud to be apart of. He also had the honor of being able to coach all three of his sons.
Ernest became an RM councillor in 1959 and as the years went on became the RM Reeve. During his time serving the RM of Wheatlands he was a driving force behind getting grid roads built. He was also active in the community belonging to the school bus board, school board for Remount School, snow plow community. He also was called upon to call square dances back in the day. Ernest always had opinions and commented about that is going on around him and the world. Not everyone saw eye to eye or appreciated his opinion.
Ernest lived, worked and raised a family for most of his life on the farm. He never officially retired and continued living on the farm until his stroke in July. He was being cared for at the Providence Place until his passing. The family would like to extend gratitude to the staff of Providence Place for the care they provided.
A Celebration of Ernie’s life will be held at W. J. Jones & Son Chapel, 474 Hochelaga St W, Moose Jaw, SK on Jan. 7, 2023 at 2:00 pm. Pastor Marvin Seaborg will officiate. For those wishing to view the live stream can click on the click provided. Please remember to be in the "waiting room" 10 prior to 2:00PM to ensure you are able to view. A Recording of the service will be uploaded the following week. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9827558167
Donations can be made to the Heart and stroke fund in Ernest’s name.
In living memory of Ernie, a memorial planting will be made by W.J. Jones & Son Ltd. Please sign the memorial register at website: www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries). Dayna Chamberlain - Funeral Director