Ernest L. Hassell, of Westville; State Highway Engineer

HASSELL, ERNEST L. 'ERNIE'
Of Westville, NJ, passed away suddenly   on August 27, 2007; Aged 58 years.
Ernie was a self educated man and quite the philosopher. He had the looks of a tough guy but was really just a big teddy bear. He loved fast cars, fishing and spending time with his grandchildren. Ernie had a way of telling you like it was. Ernie was a very loving family man and will be missed dearly by his loving family and dear friends. Born in Philadelphia, Ernie was a resident of Oak Valley for 10 years prior to moving to Westville 15 years ago. Ernie was a highway engineer for over 20 years for the New Jersey State Department of Transportation. He was also very involved in many civic organizations such as Cyrene Commandery, No. 7, Glassboro Lodge No. 85, Mantua Lodge No. 95, Joshua Chapter #51, Valley of South NJ Scottish Rite Temple, Royal & Most Select Masters, Excelsior Consistory Scottish Rite Temple and Van Hook No. 8.
Beloved Husband of 8 years to Linda R. (nee Blake); devoted father of Heather A. Hassell, Bill (Tricia) Coward, Andrew Coward and the late Scott; loving grandfather of Taylor and Michael; Dear Uncle and guardian of Emily Edwards. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews
Viewing on Friday, 5-7 PM at the McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 34 Hunter Street, Woodbury, NJ where the Funeral Service will follow at 7 PM.
Interment will take place privately.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Scott C. Hassell Scholarship Fund, c/o Commerce Bank, 490 Mantua Pike Woodbury, NJ 08096.