Ernest Libby Obituary

Bluffton, S.C. - Ernest Earl Libby Jr. of Bluffton, S.C., passed away Wednesday evening, April 6, 2022, at his home after a short illness, with the second love of his life and longtime companion Edith Longhenry by his side. He was born July 29, 1936, in Fort Fairfield, Maine, in his family home, to Ernest and Olive (Sprague) Libby Sr. He was predeceased by the first love of his life, his wife of 48 years, Suzanne Barton (Olson) Libby in 2003; and an infant son, Scott Forbes Libby. Surviving him to cherish his memory are his three children, Denise (John) Sabilia, Jason (Donna) Libby and Adam Libby. He is also survived by his six grandchildren: Adrienne Sabilia, David Sabilia, Eric Libby, Amanda (Dan) Wilson, Joshua Libby and John "Jack" Libby. Also surviving him are his younger sister Mary Fournier; his brother-in-law Harry Olson, his sister-in-law Patricia "Patty" (Pitney) Olson; his sister-in-law Laura Myrtle Libby; and many nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by his seven older siblings: Harold, Richard, Gilbert, Adelaide Page, Dorothy Whitmore, Elizabeth Libby and Kathleen Holt.

Ernest moved from Maine to Connecticut, as a teenager and as a young adult, worked in construction. He soon started his first business, Libby Construction which he operated until the late 1970s. One of the biggest projects he was proud of was, the building of Mystic Village in Mystic. He later was a partner or owner of Allen Electric, Solar Insulation, Morgan Foundation, The GutterMan and C&R Insulation. The latter is still operated by his eldest son Jason. In retirement, he moved to Estero, Fla., followed by a final move to Bluffton, S.C., where he made many new friends who are saddened by his passing.

A graveside service will be held in Connecticut, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or the American Cancer Society.