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Mike Larcombe lit a candle
Sunday, May 23, 2021
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I am 72 years old, have been retired for 20 years and living in Florida. I graduated from PSU in 1971. Like most college kids, I had very little money. I had a $10 per week allowance, $6 of which paid for groceries. The rest was resered for the Phyrst on Sat. night. I have many great memories of my college days, but at the very top of the list (and the warmest of them all) are my memories of Ernie. I just read the notice of Ernie's passing and even after all these years I am deeply saddened. He was such a very nice man who truly cared for everyone. With the wisdom of the ensuing 51 years comes the realization that there just are not many Ernies in the world. I didn't know Ernie personally - I was just one of the regulars - but even so I felt (and still feel) as if he is my friend. I can still see him in my mind's eye on his stool every Sat. night playing his banjo and entertaining all of the others in the room who felt he was their personal friend - just like me. I shall miss Ernie very much, but I know one day I will see him again for yet another Sat. night. God bless you Ernie and all of your loved ones. You have left us all a truly wonderful and remarkable legacy of love and kindness.
Mike Larcombe - PSU '71
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Kathy DiMuccio posted a condolence
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Thank you all for the wonderful messages and condolences. I am printing and
forwarding these messages to Becky today. Should any of you need her address,
here it is:
Becky Oelbermann
7000 Aston Gardens Dr. #307
Venice, FL 34292
Bless you all.
Kathy DiMuccio (Ernie's daughter)
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Curt and Linda Davis posted a condolence
Friday, September 4, 2015
So sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. He took great care of the Phyrst for years. Our best to you and your family. Curt Davis
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Trudy and Ciff Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 25, 2015
We were so saddened to hear of Ernie's death. And yet we know he will be strummin' his banjo in that heavenly choir, making music that will cause the angels to dance! What an amazing kegacy he leaves ~ a beautiful family, literally 1000's of friends young and old, and so many songs in so many hearts.
Our love and prayers to all the Oelbermann clan. May your memories be full of his smile, his love, and his laughter.
We love you, Ernie ~ you will be missed...
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Janet Wood Iagnemmo posted a condolence
Saturday, August 22, 2015
Dear Beck -
I was so sorry to learn of your loss. All these years later, I still remember with so much pleasure and gratitude, the wonderful St. Patrick's Day weekend I spent at your house. You and Ern were such gracious and fun hosts! Ern was one of a kind, and I know that he will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by so many people. I hope the outpouring of love that I am sure you now are seeing for him and for you as well, will provide a bit of comfort. I send you my sincere condolences as well as my prayers for grace and strength for you.
Janet Wood Iagnemmo
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Barbara 'Penny' Theesfeld lit a candle
Friday, August 21, 2015
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Your home was always filled with fun and music. What a great gift to leave to the world.
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Cathie Wallach Marshall posted a condolence
Friday, August 21, 2015
Dear Aunt Becky and Family,
I was so saddened to hear about Uncle Ernies passing. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I will always remember the great get togethers at Nanny Boo and Granddaddys.
Much love
Cathie
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Marty Getz lit a candle
Friday, August 21, 2015
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Marty Getz posted a condolence
Friday, August 21, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with Becky and the extended Oelbermann family during these difficult times.
"The Getz Family"
Kokomo, Indiana
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Eric & Phyllis Johnston posted a condolence
Friday, August 21, 2015
Dear Becky and Family,
As most of you know we had known Ernie for a very long time. We always enjoyed his company he was always a guy that was happy and loved having a good time and having everyone around him having a good time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
With deepest sympathy,
Phyllis and Eric Johnston
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Nicole Stauffer posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
A life well lived. My condolences to the family. I have no doubt the angels are participating in their Phyrst sing along in heaven!
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Tracie Dissinger lit a candle
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
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Loved seeing him at the Nat every morning while I worked there in the 80's. Everyone knew and loved Ernie! How could you not!
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Donita Gibboney posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to the entire Oelbermann family. Ernie was such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend to everyone that had the privilege of knowing him. I cherish my childhood memories - so lucky to live next door to the Oelbermann's. I remember countless evenings enjoying the music coming from the porch next door! May the many wonderful memories that you have keep Ern close in your heart.
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Alyson Barker Korman posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
Special prayers for a special man. I spent a lot of time at the Phyrst both as a patron and an employee. I have many great PSU memories that include the Phyrst. There will never be another like you. RIP Ernie.
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Paul K. Mueller posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
As a former Phyrst bartender, I salute Ernie's lifelong support for family, song, and public fun. I saw him forgive young men who stole beer from his bottle shop, simply because he understood and accepted what deviltry young people can get themselves into. If they paid him for the beer, he would not press charges -- and he frequently gained long-term customers and friends this way. He loved to laugh, and to see others laughing, and this I believe gave him such a long and rewarding life. He is surely laughing and raising a toast with comrades and lovely ladies at this moment.
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Brian Sweeney posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
Ernie Oelbermann - the only thing that sounds better to me is Ernie and Becky Oelbermann. Ern to me was a second father and great friend during my time at PSU and the decades that followed. His love of life was an inspiration to me. Ernie showed that a human being by simply being kind and caring could be as influential as any superstar or any other person of fame.
The zest of life Ernie brought to me and to everyone he encountered created an incredible amount much joy and life warming goodness. His humor and laugh remain a burnt image in my thoughts. What a special person and true reflection of the qualities that our Creator wants all of us to attain.
To Beck and the entire Oelbermann family, your loss is great but the imprint of Ernie's wonderful qualities are effectively part of you and therefore Ern's spirit lives on strongly in and with you. He will be greatly missed. Much love to all.
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Brian PSU '84 posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that Ernie was part of some of my fondest memories.
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Eric Pellegrin posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
Dear Becky,
I was deeply saddened by the news of Ernie passing.
My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
I remember our Phyrst Phamly sing along sessions back in my college years, as well as our Phyrst Phamly reunions, that we were able to keep going for about 10 years after graduation!
May the memories of Ernie help you find peace.
Eric Pellegrin, from France
"What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." - Helen Keller
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Kevin Valone posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
Ernie and the Phyrst Phamily were my Saturday night rituals from 1987 until 1989 when I attended PSU in State College. Than afterwards, I went back for Homecoming every year. We had a group from Atlanta that would give shirts to the band. Connie Fisher and Jennifer Dixon were part of the group then. We had great times with everyone. Ernie was a unique guy. He always had fun and took time out to chat with our group. He will always be part of my life since I have a CD from 1999! RIP Ernie! Say hi to JoePa for me!
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Susan Lerner posted a condolence
Monday, August 17, 2015
Ernie and family were loved and known by so many and are part of our PSU story. Wishing the family a life time of memories to assist in your loss.
With sympathy,
Susan Lerner PSU 79'
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Dana posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Ernie was a fixture of my Saturday nights while at Penn State.
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Meghan posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Ernie. The first stop on my 21st birthday was to the Phyrst on a Saturday night. I loved hearing the Phyrst Phamily and loved how warm and welcoming the Phyrst felt. Every Saturday night after that until I graduated my friends and I spent at the Phyrst. I was also a lifeguard at the PSU Natatorium and whenever Ernie came in to swim laps he was always smiling and friendly. He will be sorely missed.
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Marleen Puzak posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. I was a lifeguard at the Natatorium and looked forward to Ernies swims... Always went to the Phyrst..
He loved his life!!
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Richard Trufant posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
I knew Ernie very well. We worked at ORL together for many years. We always enjoyed going to the Phyrst for the music and fun. He was a good friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
*email above is Richard's daughter's email and any messages will get to him.
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Carol Burkholder Pilgrim posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
So sad to hear of Ernie's passing, but just the thought of him brings a smile to my face. I was a bit adrift after returning to PSU from student teaching, as I didn't want to return to sorority life, but not yet comfortable with my apartment and roommates. Ernie and the guys at the Phyrst filled the void with fun and laughter and helped me to adjust. I remember he loaned me a giant pot to cook a massive amount of potatoes to make potato salad for the wedding reception a friend & bartender was having there. Another fun time was testing a new drink called margarita the guys were attempting. It became my drink of choice. It may be 45 years since those times, but I remember them vividly. My fondest memories of PSU were formed after descending those steps. RIP Ernie! Cheers.
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Katie '92 posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
I, along with thousands of alums, thank you for sharing Ernie with me/us on Saturday nights. He always brings great memories and he will always hold a special place for many.
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Fred Teti posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Becky, Kathy, Sue, and Peggy from Fred, Joan, and Caitlin. For many great memories and many years working for your Dad and Husband our most sincere sympathies. Let us know if there is anything we can do....
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David Moll posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
I always enjoyed joining friends at the Phyrst during the mid 80's... you could tell how much Ernie loved to be around college students... I bet it kept him young... thanks for the great memories
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Chris Sweitzer posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Ernie was a very special man. He made those Saturday nights amazing. He made everybody feel like family. I didn't know him, but will cherish his memory. My condolences.
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Jessi Lillo posted a condolence
Sunday, August 16, 2015
Ernie made State College a better place. Loved hearing him perform with the PHyrst family, but also loved just chatting with him. A few of my friends and I couldn't get football tickets our senior year, so we would go to the Phyrst, order pizza, watch the games with Ernie. Great times!
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