Ernestine Jasper Schoolcraft, age 80 of Eagle Nest, Somerset, KY, while surrounded by her family, left this world to be with the Lord on August 27, 2008.
She was born on November 10, 1927 in Somerset, KY to Ernest and Lola Jasper. She was a retired school teacher and guidance counselor for the Pulaski County School Systems. Ernestine was a member of the First Baptist Church for over 50 years where she was active until she was unable. She loved helping others, giving to others, sewing, and her dog Poochie.
Ernestine is survived by her husband of 60 years, Herman W. Schoolcraft. Four Children, Joyce A. Greene of Somerset, Charles R. Schoolcraft of Somerset, KY, James T. "Tommy" Schoolcraft of Somerset, KY and Peggy Pearson of St. Petersburg, FL. Ten Grandchildren, Danny L. Picard, Dana Schoolcraft, Pamela J. Picard, Rebecca Schoolcraft, Stacy Schoolcraft, Leslie M. Pearson, DeAnna M. Pearson, Jay Schoolcraft, Jordan Pearson, and Rachel Schoolcraft. Four great-grandchildren, Logan Combs, Carolina Picard, Lucas Picard, and Bailey Harman. One brother, loyd Jasper and one sister, Marie Simpson. She is also survivied by her dog Poochie, her neighbor & friends for many years, Bill and Shirley Ray and many friends at The Neighborhood.
Preceding her in death were her parents, three sisters, Bernice Rice, Marion Adams, and Edna Decker.
Visitation for Ernestine will be held on Friday, August 29, 2008 after 6:00 p.m. at the Pulaski Funeral Home. Services will be held at the Chapel of The Pulaski Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 30, 2008. She will be laid to rest in the Somerset Cemetery following the funeral services.
In Lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to the Somerset First Baptist Church or to the Alzhiemers Association.
Pulaski Funeral Home is honored to be in charge of all funeral arrangements of Mrs. Ernestine Schoolcraft.