ERNEST, IRENE J. Irene J. Ernest, 100 of Cape May Court House, NJ passed away April 28, 2024. She was born in Plainfield, NJ to the late Patrick and Katherine Honan. Irene worked as a Supervisor for AT&T in Dunellen, NJ and was one of the original and pioneering Switchboard Operators. Irene is survived by her son Gary Ernest and his wife Concepcion; grandchildren: Ember Loefflad, Michael Loefflad, and Christine Ernest; and great grand-children: Liam, Grayson, Oliver, Lainey, Adaline, and Nora. She was predeceased by her husband James Ernest, son James P. Ernest, and 9 brothers and sisters. Services are private. Condolences at www.radzieta.com