Ernest L. Helwig, age 47, of Hayward, WI, died Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at Hayward Area Memorial Hospital.

Ernest Lyle Helwig was born January 28, 1974 in Hayward, WI, the son of Harold and Betty (Flamang) Helwig. He graduated from Hayward High School in 1992 then attended WITC to study Architectural Design. Ernie worked for Master Craft Industries and various cabinet shops in the area. Most recently he spent his time taking care of his friend Bill. Ernie loved animals, fishing, the Green Bay Packers and spending time with family and friends. He especially loved to cook and said his food tasted good because it was made with love.

He is survived by his parents Harold & Betty Helwig; brothers Henry (Barbara) von Hellwig, Marc (Norma) Helwig & Ronald (Cheryl) Bildeau; sister Lucille Neefe & Terri (Chuck) Roeske; wife Aimee (Stands) Helwig and her children Chelsea, Robert, Sage, Hunter & Skye; granddaughter Amethyst; biological siblings Robert Allen, Kathy (Doug) Allen, Dorothy "Dot" Quaderer, Dee LeeAnn Nicole & Susan Zahnow; several nephews & nieces.

Ernie was preceded in death by his brother Robert Helwig; biological parents Ernie Mustache & Betty (Nickence) Arbuckle; and other loved ones.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Pineview Funeral Service in Hayward. Rev. Ed Anderson will officiate. Visitation will be held from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 18 ^th prior to the service at the funeral home.

Honorary bearers will be Bill Boyd; nieces & nephews Crystal, Bryan, Shauna, Dani, Christopher, Amber & Cyndi.