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Ernest Diggs

Passed 12/23/2025

Obituary For Ernest Diggs

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.


Condolences & Tributes

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My Deepest Condolences to the Entire Family, wow Ernie and I go way back , You will Truly be Missed, Fly High Friend/ Classmate. Cl.74

Peanut Anderson

even though i can't make it to your funeral and i barely seen or spoke to you, you were still my pop pop. i love you pop pop and rest in paradise my sweet angel

myrakle askew

Always a Great Man and Friend we Grew up together and couldn't find a Finer Brother Love And Respect Brother

Michael E. Wright

My condolences to the Diggss. I truly loved Davey. He was my buddy. My his memory linger forever. Amen.

Debra Rice

MY CONDOLENCE TO DIGGS FAMILY

TINY LIVINGSTON

My sincerest condolences to the family.

Marla

Wishing the Diggs family peace and comfort during this time of loss. May God's grace strengthen you and may you find solace in your many wonderful memories. You are in my prayers.

Dawn Reeves

My sincere condolences to the entire Diggs family, my prayers and thoughts are with you through this difficult time may God comfort and strengthen you and give you peace and good memories πŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎ.

Constance Adams

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Major H. Winfield Funeral Home | Steelton, PA

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