DURLING, Ernest Lawrence, age 65 of Port Lorne, NS passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2016 in Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, Middleton, NS. Born September 15, 1951in Middleton, he is a son of the late Russell Durling and Adelaide Annis. Ernest is survived by his brothers; Russell Durling Jr., Port Lorne and Edward Durling (Pam Inglis), Kingston, nieces; Kimberley Durling (Seldon Little), East Margartetville, NS, Jennifer Durling-Millar (Daniel Cox), Beaverbank, NS, four great nephews; Jordon Taylor, Bailey Taylor, Bryson Taylor and Emerson Cox . Ernest was predeceased by a brother in infancy, Carroll Durling. Cremation has taken place. A private graveside service will be held at Fundy View Cemetery, Port Lorne, NS with Pastor Heather Pearle-Gillis officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Middleton Funeral Home. 398 Main St. 902-825-3448. On line guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com