Ernest “Ernie” M. Mejia, 92, passed away at his home on March 15, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Dagupan, Philippines and was a Peninsula resident since 1945.  Ernie retired from the U.S. Navy.  In 1984, he retired after 24 years as a civil servant at Fort Eustis in the payroll department.  He was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.  He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family.

Ernie is survived by his wife of almost 70 years, Floretta “Flo” Mejia; son, Ronnie Mejia (Sandy); daughter, Dee Ryan (Pat); grandchildren, Michelle, Shannon, Ronnie, Jenna, and Patrick; great-grandchildren, Justin, Jacob, Taylor, Delaney, Owen, and Brody; brother-in-law, Frankie Lascola (Lorena); nieces, Carol Reyes (Robert) and Tina Sinnen (Matt); and many other relatives and friends.

The family invites guests to pay their respects from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 21, 2021 at Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., in Newport News. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, March 22, at the funeral home. Guests are invited to participate in the service through live streaming (www.peninsulafuneralhome.com/video). Interment will be immediately following the service at Peninsula Memorial Park.  Guests are required to wear a mask and maintain social distancing.