Ernst G. Kugler, age 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Ernie was born in Chicago, IL on December 23, 1936, to the late Ernst and Lucille Kugler.
Ernie is survived by his wife, Jean Kugler; three daughters, Pamela (Charles) Fillingham, Penny Kugler, Marie (Mark) Blome; two sons, Michael (Suzanne) Kugler and Joseph (Monica) Kugler; brother, William Kugler; sister, Trudy Wright; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Ernie retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant (E-8) after 20 years of service. He then graduated from Austin Peay State University and became a teacher. He had a lifelong love of woodworking, stamp collecting and volunteered with the American Red Cross for many years. Ernie was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church, loved life and adored his family.
A private service will be held for the family.
His memorial service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 11, 2023
Arrangements are entrusted to Neal Tarpley Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040; (931) 645-6488. Online condolences may be made at www.nealtarpleyparchman.com.