Ernie Jorge
1920–1971 (age 51)
Biography
Ernie Jorge was born in 1920 and made a career of sharing his passion for athletics with young people, always placing an emphasis on teamwork, discipline, and integrity. Whether on the field or in the stands, he celebrated the progress of every player he coached and encouraged them to balance competition with compassion.
After his coaching days he remained an active presence in the Hillcrest community, delighting in stories of past seasons and offering quiet support to families, now laid to rest at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens and Chapel Mausoleum.