Obituary of Ernest B. Moffet

Passed away quietly in his apartment in Denver, Colorado on Wed, Aug 19, 2015. He was 89 years old. Ernie is survived by his son, Tim Moffet, of Denver, his son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Chris Moffet, of Vail, Colorado, his two granddaughters, Molly and Bridget Moffet, his brother, William Moffet and his sister, Beverly Moffet. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Susan Stone Hurlbut, Lee Stone Welshans, Orin Stone, and Nancy Stone Hofer and their families. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Rita Kummer Moffet, his second wife, Patricia Stone Moffet, his third wife, Marilyn Horton Moffet, and his parents, Ernest and Lucille Moffet. Ernie was born in St. Paul on July 13, 1926. He grew up on Hillcrest Ave. in St. Paul, attending St. Paul Central High School. During World War II, Ernie joined the Navy J-12 program and graduated from the University of Minnesota, where he was also a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. After naval service in the Pacific following the war, Ernie returned to St. Paul and joined 3M, ultimately retiring as a Group Vice President in 1989. During his 39 years at 3M, Ernie traveled the world many times over, spent 2 years as the Managing Director of the 3M Denmark in Copenhagen, and notably, brought his sales and marketing expertise to bear in introducing Post-It notes to world. Ernie was an industry leader serving on public company and industry trade association boards throughout his career and retirement. Although an avid golfer and fisherman, Ernie really lived to eat, always contemplating his next foray to the table-frequently while still at the table. He was a true trencherman. He weened both his children on White Castle hamburgers. After retiring, Ernie initially split time between Bonita Bay, Florida and Vail. After surviving a series of strokes in the early 90's, Ernie beat the odds and recovered to nearly full health. He thrived in Florida for many years, spending hours daily in his beloved pool, and donning a shirt and shoes only when absolutely necessary. He was adamant about never returning to Minnesota in the winter, so an August return seems quite providential. He will be greatly missed. Memorial Service 12:00 Noon Friday, August 28 at Willwerscheid Funeral Home, 1167 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Private Interment. Visitation 1 hour prior to service.