Ernest “Ernie” Hack, of Liberty, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Jean Waddle Care Center. He was 83.

Born on August 5, 1942, in Leitchfield, Kentucky, he was a son of the late William and Gracie Whobrey Hack. Ernie was a dedicated Christian. He enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, and singing gospel music. Ernie loved to walk creek banks and gather rocks.

He is survived by his children, Deborah Hack of Russell Springs, William “Buddy” Hack of Columbia, Tina Adams of Liberty, whom he resided with, Rachel Hack of Russell Springs, Josh Hack of Liberty, and Hannah Haynes of Russell Springs; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and a sister, Jewel Hack Brooks.

He is preceded in death by the mothers of his children, Marilyn Derringer and Diana Hack; a daughter, Loretta Ann Hack Rodgers; four brothers, Dennie Hack, Willie Hack, Bobby Hack, and Lester Hack; and three sisters, Lillie Hack Yochem, Pearl Hack Hinson, and Irene Hack Johnson.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. EST on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at New Harmony Cemetery in Leitchfield, Kentucky, with Bro. Dwight Coffman officiating.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. EST to 9:00 P.M. EST on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Brush Creek Pentecostal Church.

Pallbearers will be Derik Byrd, Jacob Byrd, Felicia Byrd and Randy Byrd.

The family wants to express a special “Thank You” to Hospice of Lake Cumberland for the love and care the staff provided to Ernie in his final days.