Ernest E. Klaybor, 75, of Cahokia, Illinois, born January 15, 1945 in Pincknetville, IL, died Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at his residence.

Ernest was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, Cahokia, IL and Laborers Local 100 of Caseyville, IL.

He was preceded in death by a step son, Elbert Hatch; his parents, Theodore and Theresa Klaybor; and three brothers, Stanley, Ernest and Leonard Klaybor.

Surviving are his loving wife, Katherine H. Klaybor, nee Pohl; a step daughter, Linda Hatch of Waterloo, IL; three brothers, Raymond (Crist) Klaybor, Larry Klaybor, and Kenny (Mary) Klaybor; two sisters, Virginia (Larry) Polinski and Evelen Zogonince; and two grandsons, Bernie and Robert Thompson of Columbia, MO. He was also a dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, and friend.

Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2020 at Braun Colonial Funeral Home, Cahokia, Illinois. A Funeral Service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home, with Father Linus Umoren officiating. Burial will be in Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, Illinois.