Ernest F. Padilla 1933 – 1940

Ernest F. 1930 – 1940

Ernest F. Padilla was born on September 1, 1933 to Carlos and Helena Padilla. “Ernie” was born in Antonito, Colorado.

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Ernie Baby Book FIRST CHRISTMAS (complete)

Ernie’s baby album. When I discovered this baby album, it was covered in mold and was, at some point, obviously damaged by water. Thus, I wasn’t able to restore the complete album. These are the pieces I was able to save and display.

Page 1

The above page contains images of the earliest years of Ernie’s childhood. Although Ernie was born in Antonito, Colorado, the Padilla family soon moved to Denver because of the war.

Dad about 1943

The above picture is one of the earliest known of Ernie.

 

baptism certificate

Ernie’s certificate of baptism- 1933.

dad's first holy communion

Ernie’s First Holy Communion.


 

cropped-pete

Ernest F.  Ernest F. Padilla   Ernie Padilla