Ernest Leo Tryba

Ernest Leo Tryba, 85, passed away at home on March 1, 2013. He was born in Wisconsin on June 22, 1927. In 1950, for health reasons, Ernest moved to Arizona; which he always called "God\u0027s Country." Ernest was preceded in death by his wife Donna; his parents Leo and Ernestine Tryba and brother Richard. He is survived by grandson Shane Copeland and sister Lucille Kluck. Ernest was a jack of all trades and took pride in his work; whether as a chef, insurance agent or repairing electric motors. In retirement he moved to Clarkdale, AZ where he helped design and oversee his dream home which was his pride and joy. He was a gentle and kind man and generous to a fault. A Celebration Mass in his honor will be held on Friday, March 8, 2013 at 11:00am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 700 N. Bill Gray Rd in Cottonwood. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice. An online guestbook is available to sign at www.westcottfuneralhome.com