Ermest "Ernie" O. Quintana passed away in Fremont, California on March 5, 2019 at the age of 78. He was born July 4, 1940 in Colorado, to parents Simona and William Quintana. 

Ernest worked as a maintenance supervisor at Sundance and Gerber for 37 years, after graduating from Castlemont High School. He enjoyed raising racing pigeons, fishing, and golf. 

Ernest is survived by his wife of 58 years, Georgia Quintana; children Michael (Marisa) and Catherine; grandchildren AnnaLisia, William, and Jennifer Todd; and great grandson Sonny.