Ernest used inconsistent identifying information. No middle name or initial is in the entry for his birth. He usually used “L” as a middle initial - his son was named Ernest Leo Jr. Bowers was his step-father’s surname. Records of his 1st marriage have his name as Ernest L Bowers Hunt; 2nd marriage has an incorrect date of birth with place of birth as Virginia.
Transcription of death certificate provided to C Bartnik by Kent County Michigan researcher (2003, Film #76603)
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