Ernest A. Lutz, 91, of California, PA, died Tuesday, June 25, 2024.

He was born February 3, 1933, in Richeyville, PA, a son of the late Andrew and Mary (Kovach) Lutz.

Ernie was an avid outdoorsman and dog trainer.  He was a lifelong member of the California Hill Gun Club. He will be missed by the bird dog community.

He was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel Monessen plant  Ernie proudly served our country in the Army.

In addition to his parents Ernie was preceded in death by his wife Rita Lutz ; daughter-in-law, Yvonne Lutz; and grandson Ryan Givens.

Left to cherish his memory are his three children, Bruce Lutz of California, Sharon Bizzozero, of Belle Vernon, and  Michelle Meneskie, of Long Branch.  Also surviving are grandchildren, Shannon (Ron) Jankowski, Lucas (Kristie) Zelina; great grandchildren,  Alexandria Jankowski,  Zaria Zelina Nicholas, Taylor, and Emma Diederick.

Friends will be received in the Mariscotti Funeral Home, Inc., Anthony N. Mariscotti, Supervisor, 323 Fourth Street, California, PA on Friday, June 28, 2024, from 3-5 pm when funeral services will begin with Rev. Amory Merriman officiating.

Interment will be private and at the convenience of his family.

In lieu of flowers please make contributions to The Smokin’ Guns, C/O California Hill Gun Club, 150 Callifornia Road, Brownsville, PA 15417.