Msgt Ernest S. Mnichowski, U.S.A.F. (Ret.)

MSGT Ernest S. Mnichowski, U.S.A.F. (Ret.), passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2014 at the age of 82. He was born on December 11, 1931 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Stanley and Bernice Mnichowski. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Mnichowski, former wife Ethel Mnichowski and his sister, Marlene Johnson. Loving father of Janice Blum (Tom), Alan Mnichowski (Pam), Ronald Mnichowski (Grace), Cheryl Williams, Andrew Mnichowski (Collene) and the late David and Stephen Mnichowski. Step-father of Margaret Scott (Kevin) and Donna Houston. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Ernie served his country in the U.S. Air Force and retired as a Master Sergeant. He was also a long time manager with Amtrak Railroad. After his retirement, his passion for fishing inspired him to become a fishing charter captain, even having his favorite spot named in his honor: “Ernie’s Hole”. He spent many years on the waters of Venice, LA enjoying life and was always so entertaining with his wonderful “joke telling”. Cheer, Cheer for old Notre Dame and Cheer, Cheer for you Ernie Mnichowski. You brightened our lives! You are gone but will never be forgotten.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Friday, August 22, 2014 from 11 AM to 1 PM. A Memorial Mass will follow. Donations in his loving memory may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project ( www.woundedwarriorproject.org ). For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com .