WATERVILLE - Ernest Albert Munro, 66, died November 13, 2024, at Maine General Hospital in Augusta surrounded by family and friends. Ernie was born May 7, 1958, in Waterville, the son of Daniel and Irma Munro. He graduated from Waterville Senior High School in 1976 and had recently retired from Core-Mark in Gardiner, where he was greatly respected by his co-workers and customers. Ernie will be remembered as a very talented musician, playing drums in a band with some of his closest friends for over 40 years. He had a great sense of humor and could make just about anybody laugh. Known as "Papa Smurf" to his coworkers, Ernie got along with just about everyone, always had a positive outlook and a smile on his face. Ernie was a loving husband and father who cared deeply for his family and pets. He will be missed and remembered by many. He was predeceased by his father Daniel and mother Irma. Ernie is survived by his wife, Lori; son, Alex; daughter, Samantha with her fiancé Trevor Luong; three sisters, Diane with husband Jim Plourde, Cheryl Munro, and Kelly Madore; nephews Daniel Couture, Joshua Plourde, Myles Madore, Ethan Madore, and Eric Tarr; and niece, Dareth Plourde. A celebration of Ernie's life will be held at a later date.