Ernest Darnell Davey Diggs was born in Harrisburg, PA. He was named after Elder Ernest Lingo, Pastor and Founder of Lingo Temple/ Lingo Memorial Church of God in Christ. Davey was born to his mother, Doris Anderson and his father, the late Lacey Diggs.

Davey graduated from Harrisburg high school in 1974 and then enlisted in the army that same year. He served until 1985 when he was honorably discharged. Davey loved life! He was musically inclined. He could dance, sing and play the drums. He loved to draw, was a sharp dresser and could dance you under the table.

He passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 in Harrisburg Hospital.

Davey is survived by four sons, Eric Darnell, Matthew Stephen, David Jermaine and Aaron Diggs; three daughters, Dillisha Denise Gladden, Jeanette Marie Askew and Emily Jackson; his stepdaughter, Angela Yvonne Sykes; his mother, Doris Anderson; his twin sister, Earnestine Kearse (husband, Brian); his four brothers, Marcus Diggs, Kimberly Diggs (wife, Audra), Dana Diggs (wife, Patricia) and Harold Anderson (wife, Melinda); his girlfriend, Erica Sims; a host of other relatives and friends.

His life will be celebrated at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 3, 2026 in the Sanctuary of Lingo Memorial Church of God In Christ, 2747 Reel Street, Harrisburg with visitation from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM.

Memorial contributions and flowers can be sent to Earnestine Kearse, 117 N Harrisburg Street, Steelton, PA 17113, Cashapp $Kearse55.