Ernest Manton Barter, 77, of Boothbay Harbor, Maine, passed away on Oct. 8, 2026, at Togus VA in Augusta, just 10 days shy of his 78th birthday. 

Ernest was born on Oct. 18, 1948, in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, to Warren Stanley Barter and Florence Elaine (Emerson) Barter. He grew up in the Boothbay region and graduated from Boothbay Region High School. He continued his education at the University of Maine at Fort Kent and later attended the Maine Criminal Justice Academy. 

Ernest proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1970 to 1972, attaining the rank of Specialist Five (SP5). 

Throughout his working years, Ernest held a variety of positions within his community. His employment included Blake's Boatyard, C+B Marina, Ocean Point Marina, the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office, and G+G Towing. His diverse career reflected his wide range of skills and experiences. 

Outside of work, Ernest enjoyed spending time hunting, woodworking, reading, and playing video games. Whether working with his hands, enjoying the outdoors, or settling in with a good book or favorite game, Ernest appreciated the hobbies that brought him enjoyment throughout his life. 

Ernest was predeceased by his beloved wife, Eileen Diann (Brewer) Barter; his son, Cory Allan Barter; his parents, Warren and Florence Barter; and his siblings, Samuel, Thomas, Elaine, and Roxanne. 

He is survived by his sons, Brian Keith Barter, and Brent Stephen Barter and his wife, Elizabeth, of Whitefield, Maine; and his daughter, Michele Erin Barter-Ripley and her husband, Nicholas, of East Boothbay, Maine. His siblings, Gregory and Terry. He also leaves behind his grandsons, Cody, Colin, Stephen, Cole, and Gabe; and his granddaughters, Courtney, Allyson, Madeleine, and Isabelle; great grandchildren, Josie, Beau, Walker and Maisyn, Charlie and Lucy, Presley and Ridge, Jameson and Sterling. 

Ernest will be remembered by his family and those who knew him for the many roles he held throughout his life, from his service to his country and community to his role as a father and grandfather.  Friends are welcome to join the family for a time of visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. on Oct. 19 at the Hall Funeral Home, 975 Wiscasset Road, Boothbay.  A graveside service with military honors will be held at 11 a.m. on Oct. 20 at Evergreen Cemetery in Boothbay.  

Arrangements are entrusted to Hall Funeral Home and Crematory in Boothbay. 

Condolences for the family can be shared at www.hallfuneralhomes.com