Passed away on June 9, 2016. He was born May 6, 1917, in Royalton, Illinois, the son of Michael and Elizabeth Lucci. He was raised and lived in Milwaukee, Wisconsin until his death. Ernest was united in marriage to Vivian (nee Frederick) on July 6, 1957. He graduated from Bay View High School and served in the United States Navy in WWII in the Pacific. He was employed by Nordberg Manufacturing Company and belonged to the Louis Travis Amvets Post in Bay View where he served as Commander. He was also very active in the community and the Veteran's Administration. Ernest is survived by his wife Vivian, stepchildren Bonnie (Tom) Augustynowicz and Bruce (Judy) Manly, grandchildren Anthony Cianciola and Nicole (Brad) Vitters, and great-grandchildren Olivia Rose and Dean Michael; and also many other relatives and friends. Ernest was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Elizabeth Lucci, his brother Daniel and sister Yolanda. Visitation at the Funeral Home on Saturday, June 18, 2016, 10:00-11:00 AM. Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. Interment and Military Honors to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Fisher House at the Zablocki VA Medical Center grounds are appreciated. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Homes Bay View Chapel 3275 South Howell Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 414-483-2322