In Loving Memory

Ernest Eugene Knod

8/16/1953 — 3/19/2024

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Ernest Eugene Knod, 70, of Groves, Texas passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont.

He was born on August 16, 1953 in DeQuicy, Louisiana to Dorothy Pearl Christy Knod and Ernest Ralph Knod. Ernie was a lifelong resident of the area. He served in the U.S. Army reserves. Ernie retired from Lion Elastomers in Port Neches as an operator after 42 years of service. After retirement, he worked at Domino’s for a number of years. He enjoyed fishing and watching Fox News, his favorite was spending time with his family. Ernie was an Astros and hard core Dallas Cowboy fan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Marilyn Guy; his brother, Karl Knod and his son, Stephen R. Knod.

Ernie is survived by his loving wife, Teresa Lynn Knod of Groves; his daughters, Rachel Cullia and her husband Josh of Nederland, Natalie Wester and her husband James of Nederland; his son, Ernie R. Knod, II and his wife Pamela of Nederland along with his 7 grandchildren, Ethan, Ayden, Hannah, Makayla, Olivia, Berkley, Witten and expecting one. He is also survived by his sisters, Gloria Grey of Beaumont, Kristina Moss of Silsbee; his brothers, Roger Knod of Nederland, Gary Knod of Humble along with a host of nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Ernie's life will be at 6:00 PM Saturday, March 23, 2024 in the Thompson Memorial Chapel at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home in Groves. Visitation will be on Saturday from 5:00 PM till service time. Arrangements for cremation are entrusted to Clayton Thompson Funeral Home.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Visitation

Saturday, March 23, 2024 · 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Celebration of Life

Saturday, March 23, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

In Memory

Moments to treasure

Messages of Love

From family and friends

The Gatte Family March 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ernest Eugene Knod, With deepest sympathies.A Sympathy Gift of Group of 10 Trees has been Planted In Loving Memory of Ernest Eugene Knod courtesy of The Gatte Family.

Janice March 23, 2024

😢💔🙏🏻 It’s hard to express my condolences for this wonderful man who was loved by so many. He left this world way too soon. May he rest in peace with our Lord and May everyone, especially his family find comfort through each other during this difficult time.

Dreylin Malbrue March 23, 2024

I worked with Ernie at dominos the whole year and half that I was there.He was such an amazing and awesome person who I got to love and care about.Im deeply sadden about his passing and I'm keeping his family in my prayers

Ronda Miller March 23, 2024

Im so heartbroken to here this. Sis, I love you!

Jan Hammonds March 22, 2024

Ernie, no words can describe our friendship over the years. I do have to say I am sorry for taking your Journey Infinity 8 track after hearing the first song and making you go buy another one! You and Marilyn were a big part of my teenage years and sad to say goodbye. RIP.

Kelly Pruett March 22, 2024

Mr. Ernie, there are no words. You were the absolute sweetest/toughest soul I’ve ever met. Always had a smile on your face, never a spec of dirt on your truck, and always jamming out to some amazing music! This isn’t goodbye, it’s I’ll see you later! And I’ll be waiting for a famous hug! Sending all the love to Mrs. Teresa and the family.

George Geisel March 22, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for the family.

Gaylene Mcclendon March 22, 2024

My cousin Ernie was my sweetheart, we had so many wonderful times together when I was growing up. This breaks my heart and I send my love, hugs and prayers to all of you. He loved his family so very much. I love you all🙏❤️💔 We will meet again one day Ernie… I will always love you.

Richard Stockton March 22, 2024

Little Ernie I was in Walmart this afternoon and I was looking on my phone and I saw your Dad’s obituary and I nearly fell over when I saw that he had died I am so very sad and sorry to hear about this he was a fine man and a great friend. You and your dad were always my best friends when I did Guard duty at the plant. I didn’t even know that he was sick. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for you and your family may god bless you all

Crystal Roberts March 21, 2024

Love you brother

Glenn Judice March 21, 2024

I worked with Ernie many years at the rubber plant, also grew up in Port acres with him. Ernie was a great guy to work with, also enjoyable to be around. So sorry of his passing. Prayers to his family.

Steven Williams March 21, 2024

I worked with Ernie many years . He was always a "fun loving" and "great guy" to be around. My condolences to his family. . .

David Ivy March 21, 2024

Kellie and I were so sad to hear of Ernie’s passing. He was a good friend and so much fun to be around. We will miss him and pray for comfort for all his family and friends.

Tommy C Thompson March 21, 2024

So sorry about Ernie. We both worked at the plant. Ernie was a character. Sorry again for your loss.

Joyce Foreman March 21, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. Ernie was a very kind man and a good friend. May God comfort you at this time.

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