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Obituary: Ernest Troutman

Ernest Troutman

Ernest (Ernie) F. Troutman, 59, of Deaver, passed away nine days after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. He was grateful to be home, and he knew how much he was loved by his family and friends.

Ernie was born in Billings, on May 7th, 1963, along with his twin and partner in crime, Ed, to George and Shirley Troutman. Ernie grew up in Worden beside the Yellowstone River, with his three older sisters and brother. He helped the family with the dairy farm. He graduated from Huntley Project and was known for causing havoc and being a good friend.

He met the love of his life, Alicia, in 1985, when he and his gang of friends danced the “Gator” and it impressed her so much she decided to marry him. They married on August 22nd, 1987, and had two children. He loved being a dad to Chelsie and Thomas. He was proud of the adults they became. His granddaughter, Dakota, was the sparkle in his eye. He enjoyed sharing his love of camping, traveling, and classic rock. He loved the song “Renegade” by Styx, and he might have just been heard singing, “The jig is up! The news is out! They finally found me!” read more