Ernest Milton Lafont

Ernest M. LaFont, 78 a native and resident of Grand Isle, La. passed away on November 4, 2020 at home with his family at his side not covid-19 related.
A graveside service will be held at Our Lady of The Isle Catholic Cemetery on Friday November 6, 2020 at 9:30 am.
Ernest is survived by his children; Marlo (Tommy) Cheramie, Shane (Cherie) Chandler, Damian (Chelsea) LaFont, Jude LaFont, grandchildren; Aaron and Gabrielle Cheramie, Josh LaFont, Leighlin and Cara Chandler, Mason and Emerson LaFont, great-grandchildren; Aubree and Colton Cheramie.
Ernest was preceded in death by his parents, Eustache and Selina Crosby LaFont, siblings; Jerry, Cliff, Kilben, Joe, and Cleo LaFont, Mabel Santiny, Loreta Stannick and Agatha Soderstorm.
Ernest retired from Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office after working 39 years and was Chief of Police in Grand Isle for 22 years.
Samart-Mothe Funeral Home entrusted with funeral arrangements.