Ernest Lawrence (Ernie) Loewen, 83

Ernest Lawrence (Ernie) Loewen, 83, passed away on March 1, 2014, at Kootenai Health in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.

Services will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2014, at 2 p.m. in the United Methodist Church in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, with private interment in the Grandview Cemetery.

Son of Jacob and Susana Loewen, caring son, brother, father and friend. Ernie served in the Korean War; after returning home began his career with the Southern Pacific Railroad which lasted more than 30 years. Ernie had a passion for “wheels.” He owned 31 motor cycles starting with a 1946 Cushman scooter and ending with a 2010 Triumph Bonneville.

He possessed a positive outlook, a good word, and most likely a corny joke to share. He is proceeded in death by his wife Amanda and his step daughter; Linda.

Ernie is survived by his daughter Jill Loewen, sons Rodger Loewen, Kenny Jason and wife Jennifer Loewen, stepson; John. Ernie’s 11 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. and loving friend Valdie Burkholder. Donations to the Salvation Army will be greatly appreciation.

Family and friends are invited to sign Ernie’s book at www.bonnersferryfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Bonners Ferry Funeral Home.