Ernest J. Guibord Jr., age 88, of Hayward, WI passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 at Water’s Edge Care Center in Hayward.

Ernest Joseph Guibord Jr. was born November 18, 1931 in Hayward, WI, the son of Marcella (Gokey) and Ernest “Pea Soup” Guibord Sr. He was raised in Reserve and joined the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Ernest returned to Reserve after his service and married Mary Opal Isham. They moved to the Milwaukee area where he worked until his retirement at the Continental Can Company, keeping their machines running smoothly. Ernest, also called Junior by his family, enjoyed fishing, telling tall tales and a good joke.

He is survived by daughter Lorraine "Lori" (Richard) Long; grandchildren Jamie (Michael) Heflin, Braedy (Julie) Long, Taylore Jordyn Long & Kodi Linn Long; great grandchildren Chloe & Sophia Heflin and Tyler & Addison Long; sisters-in-law Arlene Isham & Dorothy Martinson; many nephews & nieces.

Ernest was preceded in death by his wife Mary Opal; parents Marcella and Pea Soup; son Benny; and his sisters Yvonne & Vivian.

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. A private graveside service will be held at St. Francis Cemetery, where he will be buried next to his wife Mary Opal.

Last Update: Nov 15, 2020 1:11 pm CST