Condolences

My deepest condolences to Ernie and his family. I will truly miss seeing your smiling face at Utica coffee with Joe and your crew. You always asked how I was doing, no matter what, over the years. You always asked about my family and I will miss the handshake and a hug for sure

My deepest condolences. Ernie you will be missed my friend.

So sorry to hear this. Condolences and prayers.

So sad to hear this news. Peace and comfort to his family.

Ernie was one of the best down at the Knights. Always a smile on his face working hard as a good athlete. May you rest in peace Ernie….. Ralph Lupia

To the Wrate family,
I am sorry to hear about Ernie's passing. I fondly remember him coming into the supermarket, selling Coca Cola products and being friendly seemingly to everyone.

It was so sad to hear of the passing of Ernie. Ernie was a true gentleman and kind hearted person. Although it has been many years since I have seen him, my memories of being in his presence still remain vibrant. He never had a bad word to say about anyone. I am sure he will be missed by his family and friends. Rest in Peace, my friend!

Please accept my deepest condolences on Ernie’s passing. We were K of C teammates for many years & I will forever cherish the many memories we shared. Ernie truly was the best. His entire family is in my thoughts & prayers.

Sending my sincere condolences to the entire family. Ernie was a great guy and always fun to be around.So sad, Rest in peace my friend, John Klein

I had the honor of meeting Dennis ( Ernie) years ago at The Knights of Columbus playing basketball with him. He was a true gentleman on and off the court. Meeting him for coffee with our coffee club was always a robust discussion about our New York Mets hoping for a winning season and finally our Mets had a good year in 2024. To Dennis family please accept my deepest condolences and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you".
Janice and Fred Greer.

To our childhood friends, the Wrate's, and Mom Janet, we send our sincere condolences, and heartfelt prayers to you, and yours! We are sorry to hear of Ernie's passing. We are keeping you in prayer, and sending love at this time. His Spirit lives on in our memories! Tammy (Tamara M. Smith) Nicotera Family (Deland Dr., North Utica )

My sincere condolences to the Wrate family, Ernie was a REAL GOOD MAN his kindness and friendship will never be forgotten. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace my friend. God Bless, Mark Chanatry

So sad to hear of Ernie we shared so many good times as kids...on DeLand Dr. and thru school..We live 100s of miles away but never forget our Childhood friends,or where we came from..May you rest in Peace my friend..
Nick

My Dear Friend Karen & children and to the Beautiful Wrate family I am so Deeply Sorry. Dennis always seemed to be a man of a few words but always the most kind and gentle soul . My heart breaks for all of you . God Bless and bring you peace . Cathy Drew-Egan

My condolences to Wrate family. Grew up on Jeanette Drive one street over from Deland Drive and have many wonderful, heart warming memories with Greg, Dennis & Kevin. We were the original Sandlot kids playing baseball in Baker’s Field with an abundance of boys in the neighborhood all summer long. I remember when we named Dennis “Ernie” and was forever Ernie!
We were blessed to have the opportunity to know him when we were all young men.
May his family find comfort and may Dennis rest in peace.
Rich Beck

We were so sad to hear of Dennis's passing! Words are just words and I'm at a loss of them at the moment. Our heart-felt prayers and thoughts are with you Karen and as well as your entire family! May God give you whatever it is you need during this very unexpected difficult time! Much love Cheryl and Joe