Ernestine "Grandma" Arbogast

Ernestine Arbogast (Ware), 85, passed away on July 10th peacefully at her home. She was born in Mingo, West Virginia to the late Guy and Mary (Snyder) Ware.

Ernestine was preceded in death by her husband Delmar Arbogast, son Terry Arbogast, and son-in-law Bob Richards. As well as siblings Maxine, Jim, Stan, Calvin, Jean, and Helen.

She is survived by her children Karen McKown, Christine (Tommy) Parker, Darlene (Bruce) Eastin, Donna Arbogast (Frank Genet), Roger (Angie) Arbogast, daughter-in-law Pam Arbogast, 9 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren. As well as siblings Cameron Ware, Paul Ware, and Pauline Brown. Ernestine is also survived by her and dad's cat Chaplin. Thank you, Danny and Laura for dropping off Chaplain when he was just a kitten. He was loved by both of them. Along with many friends and relatives. 

Ernestine was a very caring wife, mother, and grandma. She loved all kids, babysitting for so many over the years. She started babysitting Chad Nickison when he was only 3 months old and to this day, he is like a son to her. Thank you, Chad for everything you have done for her. Mom was always a good cook, she loved feeding everyone. If you came to her house the first thing she would say was "Are you hungry?" Her favorite flowers are red roses and marigolds. She loved sitting on her porch watching the birds and all the animals in her yard. Everyone who knew her loved her. She will be greatly missed. 

We would like to thank Deb Sawyer for loving her and living with her for the last year. Mom loved her like a daughter. Also, her dog, Marley, who mom would share her food with. 

We would also like to thank everyone at Summa Hospice. Mom loved you all. 

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held in early August.