Albert Ernst

Albert H. Ernst, age 93, of Columbus, died Friday, February 1, 2013 at his home in Columbus.


Albert Ernst was born August 24, 1919 in Columbus, Nebraska to Peter and Anna (Faust) Ernst. He grew up in Columbus. Albert served in the United States Army during WWII. He married Helen Duracinski on February 26, 1946 at St. Anthony Church in Columbus. Upon his return to Columbus he owned and trained race horses for many years. He also managed CATV in Columbus and worked at Becton-Dickinson and Behlen Manufacturing. He continued working at C-K Planing Mill until his retirement. Albert enjoyed following simulcast and live horse racing, along with Nebraska Football.

Albert is survived by his son Larry of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his wife: Helen, brothers: Peter, Matt, August, Ed. Mike, Hank, Louie and sister: Anna.