Age 75, of Ross Township, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024. Loving husband of Margaret "Peggy" A. Baxter, they shared 56 years of marriage together. Devoted father of Bonnie Baxter; brother of the late Carl and Michael Baxter and Kathy Braden; also survived by nieces and nephews.

Ernie had an almost magical charisma about him. He was dubbed "The Entertainer" - not just because he impersonated Elvis professionally for a handful of years - but he truly enjoyed making people happy and giving them a laugh along the way, even during his last days with us.

Ernie drew people into his world of creativity and artistic flair. Family was most important to Ernie, however. The love he gave to his Wife and Daughter was unconditional and everlasting. It was the foundation on which his small immediate family was built. His exuberance for life and those closest to him will be greatly missed, but always be cherished as his greatest gift to us.

Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to either of these animal advocacy groups on behalf of Ernie: Animal Friends of Pgh: Donate Now - Animal Friends, Inc. or ASPCA: https://www.aspea.org/ways-to-give