Ernest Richard Lemaster, age 60, passed away peacefully on Friday December, 19, 2025, at his home in Estill County. Ernest enjoyed many hobbies, especially rock hunting, which brought him great joy and time outdoors. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Tyler Lemaster, and his brother Paul Lemaster.

He is survived by his mother, Margaret Lemaster of Ravenna, Kentucky; one brother, Steven Lemaster, two sons, Richard (Crystal) Lemaster and Corey Lemaster, both of Ravenna, Kentucky; and one daughter, Heather (Quinton) Campbell of Stanton, Kentucky. He also leaves behind three cherished grandchildren, grandson Ryan and Dylan Campbell and granddaughter Kaleah Lemaster. Ernest is further survived by his beloved great-nieces and great-nephews, one great-great-nephew, and several special cousins, including Tammy Noe.

Additional survivors include three nieces; Stevie (Justin) Warts of Ravenna, Kentucky; Kim (Gary) Boykein of Irvine, Kentucky; and Autum (Jesse) Lancaster of Irvine, Kentucky. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Denise Rawlins.

Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine. Funeral services will begin immediately following visitation at 2:00 p.m.

Burial will take place at Oakdale Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Justin Wertz, James Roberts, Tayler Crowe, Drew Dixon, Kyle Lemaster, Steven Lemaster, Timothy Puckett, and Dylan Kortbein.

Arrangements are entrusted to Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.