Ernest William Himmelman

HIMMELMAN – Ernest W., 66, of Port l’Herbert, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital on Wednesday, April 4, 2018.
Born in Lydgate, he was a son of the late Stanley and Edith (Gardner) Himmelman.
Ernie was a fisherman and lobsterman most of his working life. He enjoyed spending time in his garage working on old engines. He loved to go to dances, camping, drives and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Barbara (Oickle); his sons Ernest (Debbie) of Baccaro, Kevin (Lisa) of Lakeville; his sisters Rose (Eugene) Stewart and Cecile (Alfred) Jones, both of Lydgate, Dorothy (Aloyous) Labour and Mary (Blandford) Nickerson of Port l’Herbert. His brothers Roy (Molly), James (Jennie), Earl (Connie) and Gary, all of Port l’Herbert.
He was predeceased by his grandson Cory; his sisters Thelma Mayo and Pearl Barnes and his brother St. Clair.
Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. At Ernie’s request, there will be no funeral service. No flowers, donations may be made to Children’s Cancer Society. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com