April 24, 1949 to July 26, 2021
Surrounded by his family, Ernest passed quietly at his home after a short battle with cancer.
Ernest leaves to morn his loving wife Kathy, and their children Sandi and Susan (Lee), and grandchildren Erica, Julian, Liam, Kaleb, Rhiannon, and Callan. He will also be sadly missed by his sister Isabel, bothers John (Val), Ian (Arleigh), Doreen and in-laws Colleen (Dave), Audrey (Ray), Bob (Vicky), Bill (Marie), Ray, his many nieces and nephews, and his best bud of over 65 years Clarke.
Ernest was predeceased by his parents Sidney and Nellie, this brothers George and Cecil, father and mother in law Jack and Rita, and sister in law Heather.
Ernest grew up in Plumas where he first met his wife-to-be, Kathy. Later moving to Winnipeg, marrying Kathy, his wife of 50 year, raising his family, and beginning his career of over 45 years with Derksen Plumbing and Heating, where he was treated like family.
Many years were spent at Clarkes’ cabin in the Lee River area. These years were filled with bonfires, riding ski-doos, boating, and have fish fries with Clarke (Lori), Cecil (Doreen) and many friends near by.
In his spare time Ernest enjoyed driving his car – the BluGoos, helping his family with projects around their homes, and having coffee with the “Car Guy’s”. He also enjoyed his many trips to the car races and Barrett Jackson auctions over the years.
In lieu of flowers donation can be made to the charity of your choice.
10 thoughts on “Ernest “Coutts” Wilson”
Our sincere condolences to Kathy, Sandi, Susan and all their families. Ernie grew up just down the street from us in Plumas and could alway be counted on to offer a helping hand; whether plumbing related, driving us to visit relative in the early year to pointing out “loudly” to me about how we military guys didn’t know a lot! He and I had some heated “discussions “ in the chill of the garage warmed by Whiskey and Pepsi! He was a great man, loving husband and father and a great friend to his many acquaintances and co workers! We’ll miss him dearly. Fair winds and following seas my friend! You will be missed!
Kathy from my family to yours are sincere condolences .I will always remember Ernie as a good friend loved the way he called a spade a spade. time passes too fast rest in peace earnest our paths will cross
Kathy my deepest condolences I was shocked to hear Ernie had passed away we didn’t always agree but I always respected him Herb
Our deepest condolences to Kathy & Sandi, Susan & families. We met Ernie & Kathy about 10 yrs back, because of the “old” cars in Transcona. Harv had a great time with Ernie going to the dirt track races in Grand Forks for the last few years, always remembering that Chinese Buffet restaurant on their way to the track. Many good times were had. Climb high on that mountain my friend!
Ernie gonna miss you and the blugoos it was always nice to be you on cruises.. my heart goes out to family, Ernie was a true gentleman I will miss him
Cherish all, those memories Kathy! Thinking of you all at this difficult time!
Deepest sympathy to you and yours, Kathy. I have many memories of growing up with your husband, and thought of him often after my brother’s accident. Wendy Denbow (Fischer)
Kathy, our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of Ernie. You have been in our thoughts and we hope the many good memories of Ernie will help through this sad time.
Kathy Sandi Susan and your families I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Coutts! He certainly could tease me and make me laugh at the same time! I hope memories of happy life moments will help in your healing journey!
People knew him as Ernet, but I only knew him as dad when I met him as I married into this loving Wilson family.
Always quick witted and something to say. I respected him most for the fact that you always knew where you stood with him, he always spoke his mind. It’s taken me so long to jot down some brief feelings. The pain will always be in my heart. Love you Dad. Cheers