Obituary of Ernest C. Conine

Ernest Charles (Ernie) Conine, 62, of Palm Harbor, Florida, passed away on April 19, 2023 in Palm Harbor, Florida. Ernie was born in Hudson, NY to the Elizabeth (Betty) Hoke and Ernest Charles Conine Sr. on June 14, 1960. He went to high school at Ichabod Crane Central School. He grew up on the family dairy farm in Stuyvesant, NY. In addition to working on the dairy farm, he later drove tractor trailer for Boston Buffalo Trucking, and worked for Davies Office Refurbishing in Albany. He enjoyed music and dancing, especially country and ballroom dancing. Ernie is survived by his sister, Catherine (Kat) Morehouse (Michael), brother, James Cavallaro (Sue), sister, Shirley Narzynski and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he is also predeceased by his brother, Harold Conine and brother-in-law, Dennis Narzynski. Memorial donations may be made to Columbia Greene Humane Society or charity of your choice. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all Ernie's friends and family who showed him kindness throughout his life. Ernie struggled all his life with mental health issues and the last several years with physical health issues as well. Ernie will always be remembered for his easy going attitude, kindness and big smile. Ernie truly enjoyed the simple things in life. We will always love Ernie and forever keep him in our hearts. Calling hours will be held at the Raymond E. Bond Funeral Home, Valatie from 10AM – 12 PM on June 17, 2023. Funeral services will follow at 12 PM. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Valatie.