Ernest Lee Walton of New Haven passed away April 6, 2009. He was born August 18, 1949 in Gatesville, NC to the late Edward and Josephine (Riddick) Walton. He leaves to cherish his memory; Son, Amar Walton of New Haven; Daughters, Sheriee Walton, Shedria Walton and Charlstina Brown all of New Haven, CT; Aunt, Carrieline Roberson of New Haven, CT; 9 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Claudette Walton and 2 brothers. A celebration of his life will take place Tuesday April 14, 2009 at 10 AM at St. Paul UAME Church 150 Dwight St. New Haven, CT. Friends may call Tuesday at the church at 9 AM. Interment will be in the Middletown State Veteran’s Cemetery 317 Bow Lane Middletown, CT 06457. Services by The Howard K. Hill Funeral Services 1287 Chapel St. New Haven, CT 06511. To leave a message of comfort for the Walton family, please visit www.howardkhillfuneralhome.com.