Ernest John Tubbs, 74, of Pittsfield, passed away February 3, 2021 at his home. Born in Pittsfield on March 16, 1946 he was the son of George H. Tubbs, Sr., and Hazel Gaylord Tubbs.
He was educated in Pittsfield Schools and worked as a bike repairman, retiring in 1997. During his career he worked for the former Daley’s Bike Shop in Pittsfield and at one time he worked as a gravedigger for Maple St. Cemetery in Hinsdale and drove for USPS as a subcontractor.
He enjoyed music, billiards, and going to Nashville. He travelled on the road playing music and played in pool leagues in Tennessee.
He is survived by his companion, Judith R. Huntoon of Pittsfield; daughter, Tina Newton of Pittsfield; two sons, Ned Huntoon, Ernest Huntoon both of Pittsfield; brother, Robert Tubbs and wife Robin of Pittsfield; a sister, Beatrice Nutbrown of Dalton; four grandchildren, Brad Newton, Colby Huntoon, Adriana Huntoon and Ned Huntoon, Jr. He was predeceased by his siblings, Barbara Laurent, Evelyn Clark, Frances St. John and George Tubbs, Jr.
There will be no services. Dery Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.