Ernest Mariucci

Ernest Mariucci, 96 of Iron Mountain, went to be with the Lord and his beloved Wife, on Wednesday, October 12, 2016. He was born on August 30, 1920 in Iron Mountain, son of the late Angelo and Rose (Marchionne) Mariucci. He attended and graduated from Iron Mountain High School in 1939. Ernie was a lifelong resident of the north side of Iron Mountain. He enlisted in the United States Army Air Force in April 1943 and was honorably discharged in 1945, serving mostly in Italy as T/SGT in the 35th Troop Carrier SQ 64th Troop Carrier. Ernie had many decorations and citations, and was extremely proud of serving his country. He served during WWII with four of his brothers and they all returned home safely. In 2014 Ernie had the opportunity to take the UP Honor Flight to Washington D.C. When he returned home from WWII he married Anna M. Agnessi at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Iron Mountain on March 2, 1946, and she preceded him in death on March 8, 2005. Ernie worked for the Johnston Cookie Company, where he was known as the "Cookie Man." He then was an insurance salesman for the Prudential Insurance Company for over 20 years and was the first salesman in his area to reach one million in sales. Subsequently, Ernie served two terms as Dickinson County Commissioner. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and past president of the Holy Name Society. Ernie was also a life member of the Elks Club, a member of the Uren-Cooper-Johnson American Legion, the Dickinson County Pilots Association, the Paisano club, and the U.C.T. where he held a state office. Ernie was also very active at the Senior Citizens Center and loved to help organize the Milwaukee Brewer bus trips. Ernie enjoyed the bocce, golf and bowling leagues. He loved to play cribbage and was very proud of his two 29 hands. Ernie loved cooking and making his red sauce "gravy," and he was an avid Packer and Michigan State fan. Ernie loved spending time with family and friends at camp (Pine Hill Lodge). Ernie is survived by his two daughters, Rosanne Beasley (Jesse) of Milwaukee, WI and Patricia (John Sr.) Blomquist of Iron Mountain; six grandchildren, Troy (Kim) Beasley, Kristin (Ty) Beasley, John Blomquist Jr., Ken (Mary Lou) Blomquist, Sara (Jared) Ferguson, and Jennifer Blomquist (Matt Payette); two great granddaughters, Krizty (Matt) and Aliana; one brother, Ardovino (Alma) Mariucci of DePere, WI; two brother in-laws, Mark Agnessi Sr., and Eugene Farrington, as well as many nieces, nephews and grand dogs. Along with his wife he was preceded in death by his brothers, Alfred "Snyder" and Frank Antonetti, Edgar "Dick," Edmund, August "Mooney," Albert "Cabbie," and Mario Mariucci; and his sister, Doris Farrington. The visitation will be held on Friday, October 14, 2016 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm at the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain. The funeral Mass will follow at 1:00 pm at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Msgr. James Kaczmarek will offer the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will be at Iron Mountain Cemetery Park. The American Legion Post #50 will offer full Military Honors. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Ernest Mariucci online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

Ernest Mariucci

August 30, 1920 - October 12, 2016