Ernest "Black Lord" Saxton, of Rockford departed this earthly life April 8, 2024. He was born February 17, 1954 in Chicago, IL; the son of  Joyce Hayes and Tommy Saxton. Ernest lived in Rockford over 40 years coming from Chicago. He was employed many years in manufacturing. He attended Chicago public schools.

Ernest leaves to cherish many memories, five daughters, Stephanie, Nicole, Mercedes, Joyce, and Tiffiany; son, Ernest;  a host of grandchildren including special grand daughter, Mariah; two special grandsons, Ernest Jr., and Elijah; sister, Leesa Wilson; and brother, Antone Saxton; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends including special niece, Shantiquia Holliman; god daughter, Danielle. He was predeceased by his parents; son, De'Eric; two daughters, Carissa and NaKisha; his grandmother who raised him, Ada Hayes.

Services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 19, 2024 at Mt Carmel Missionary Baptist Church 1502 Rose Ave. Visitation from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.