Ernest L. Batz, Sr.

Ernest L. Batz, Sr., 82, of Ephrata, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 7, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 9 years, Donna I. (Daugherty) Batz; children: Cindy Weinold, Randy Batz (Lucy), Ricky Batz, Sr. (Robin), Ernest L. Batz, Jr. (Audry); 10 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Terry R. Batz; step-children: Pamela Reese (James), Deborah Axe (Michael), Timothy Dinger (Donna), LaRue Bowser (Mark), and Michael Dinger (June); and numerous step-grand and great-grandchildren. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, Earl E. and Laura M. (Blatt) Batz; and step-son, Douglas Dinger. Ernie attended Bible Fellowship Church in Ephrata, PA and was a professional musician and entertainer. He performed musical programs as “The Flying Dutchman”, accompanied by his wife, Donna. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to Hospice & Community Care PO Box 4125 Lancaster, PA 17604.