Tennessee Ernie Ford
Birth Name:
Ernst Jennings Ford
Birth Date:
February 13, 1919
Birth Place:
Bristol, Tennessee
Death Date:
October 17, 1991
Place of Death:
H. C. A. Reston Hospital Center, Reston, Virginia
Age:
72
Cause of Death:
Liver failure
Cemetery Name:
Alta Mesa Memorial Park
Claim to Fame:
Music
American singer known for his rich bass-baritone voice in singing country, pop, and gospel, Tennessee Ernie Ford's hit recordings include "The Shotgun Boogie" and "Sixteen Tons". Ford also was a television host and known for his easy going, southern humor, and guest starred on the 'I Love Lucy' show as the popular Cousin Ernie which made him a household name.
Cemetery Information:
Final Resting Place:
Alta Mesa Memorial Park
695 Arastradero Road
Palo Alto, California, 94306
USA
North America
Map:

Grave Location:
Urn Garden #1, Lot 242, Plot 1Grave Location Description
As you enter the cemetery, drive straight as Chapel Road become Oak Grove Way. Stop at the small walkway between Mausoleum #1 and Mausoleum #2. Walk towards the mausoleums and half-way up Tennessee Ernie Ford can be found on the left side about 20 feet from the walkway.
Grave Location GPS
37.397966, -122.129341Photos:
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FAQ's
Tennessee Ernie Ford was born on February 13, 1919.
Tennessee Ernie Ford was born in Bristol, Tennessee.
Tennessee Ernie Ford died on October 17, 1991.
Tennessee Ernie Ford died in H. C. A. Reston Hospital Center, Reston, Virginia.
Tennessee Ernie Ford was 72.
The cause of death was Liver failure.
Tennessee Ernie Ford's grave is in Alta Mesa Memorial Park
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