June 24, 2015
Melanie Rose Ernst, 49, Bay City, our loving, devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Patrick Ernst and son, Andrew Ernst. She is also survived by her father, Donald E. Yax; mother-in-law, Joyce Torrey; brothers, Donald H. Yax, Steven (Tara) Yax; sisters, Katrina (Jesse) Zavala, Mindy Yax; in-laws, James (Patty) Torrey and Lydia Timm; nieces and nephews, Crystal, Hollie and Alexandria Yax, Britteny (Brad) Archbold, Anthony (Rebecca) Zavala, Christina (John) Davis, Christopher (Estella) Zavala, Angeline (Jesse) Apsey, Samantha Zavala, Steven, Austin, Jaiden and Collin Yax, Sarah (Jason), Leah and Daniel Torrey, Matthew Timm, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews and many close friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, MaryJane (Stachowiak) Yax. Melanie was a dedicated employee at Fresh-n-Clean for the past 22 years. The entire family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Jaime Koehler and Rick for their wonderful support and help. A Memorial Ceremony will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at United Family Fellowship Center, 211 S. Fraser Rd., Kawkawlin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the wishes of the family c/o Skorupski Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 955 N. Pine Rd., Hampton Twp.. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family online at www.skorupskis.com.
Annett Rodriguez lit a candle in memory of Melanie Ernst
Our thoughts and prayers to Pat and Andrew during this most difficult time. Melanie was a sweetheart and I enjoyed our conversations as neighbors and friends. May she rest in Heaven. Prayers for peace, strength and healing to her family and friends. Love the Bradley’s Tim, Beth, Tim jr, and Jennah.
Lori lit a candle in memory of Melanie Ernst
Pat Ernst is following this tribute.
To the girl who lived two doors down, 32 years was not enough. Until we meet again My Love.
Chuck , I am so sorry for your loss , My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time .
Rich lit a candle in memory of Melanie Ernst
I have so many wonderful memory of Melanie…the one that sticks out the most is when we were in about the 8th or 9th grade in the summer and Melanie was told by her mom not to get on the moped with me ,guess what she did and she told me to slow down and didnt tell me she was getting off so sped back up and she fell off scraping up her elbow pretty bad. We had to tell her mom and we both got in trouble. I’m going to miss our times together Mel,I love you. RIP BFF
Pat,Andrew,and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God has gained another beautiful Angel, as Mel is now watching over you’s as your Guardian Angel. ~Hugs~ Wendy and Rich Baker
Bryan McCrackin lit a candle in memory of Melanie Ernst
Have lots of wonderful memories from when we were younger. Mel was a very loved and loving beautiful woman. Chuck and Andrew very sorry for your loss, sending prayers and well wishes your way.
~~Krista Merte~~
To my best friend in middle & high school.I am sorry we lost touch and now you are gone. I often thought about you and regret our lives got in the way of keeping in touch with each other. You will always be in my heart & missed even more. Love you always, Leeann (Maxwell)Gillis
I have so many memories I just don’t know where to start we rock the ucer table at joe’s L house and You was my maid of honor at my wedding we had a lot of good times I missed you before but I will always remember you my friend rest in peace
You brought this wonderful, bright and loving person into my life. She made the world richer and a lot more fun to be in. She loved without strings and had a laugh that lit up a room. She was the truest friend that God and Pat ever gave me. I will always be glad that she came into my life. I will love her forever and until I see her again may God keep her in his loving arms. May God give comfort and peace to those who love her. I will miss her dearly. With all my love, Lauri
Melanie, you were part of our lives for more than 30 years. I remember the early days hangin’ with my brother and you on your front porch along with many other friends. The times we all spent at Stretches’ and Big Bend playing marathon sessions of lawn darts. The day we visited you during a blizzard after you had brought Andrew home for the first time. And the (VERY) blue frosting on his first birthday cake where everyone waited for him to put his hands in is hair after he played in it. The times we all spent at Ken’s and Joe’s, camping, holidays, and picnics. All these memories will never be forgotten. We know you are still with us but we don’t have the eyes and ears of angels. Until that day, you will be dearly missed.