Ernie Mallen

Everett Ernest Mallen was born on October 11, 1945 in St. Joseph, MO, the son of Eugene and Mildred (Hughes) Mallen. He attended Stewartsville High School and graduated in 1963. His career was with the former Braniff Airlines and later at the Kansas City Star.

On December 17th, 2004, he married Kathi Miller. She was the love of his life. She died on January 9th of this year.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers David, Marvin, and Jimmy.

Survivors include his sister Ann (Jim) Wells, children Tim (Becky) Mallen, Angela (Nick) Watson, Erin (Mark) Stover, and Tracy (Brad) Wilson, along with six grandchildren, Avery, Owen, Loren, Olivia, Joseph, and Ella.

Ernie was a true friend to all. Ernie loved being a husband, father, and grandpa. He loved traveling with Kathi all over the country. He loved watching his grandkids play sports, swim at the lake, and taking them around the farm on little adventures. These memories will always be treasured. Thank you, Ernie, Dad, Papa for being the best!

Visitation: 3:00-5:00 p.m. Sunday, July 12th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Donations may be made to the Gower Christian Church.