Ernest Florent Chalut, 95, of Lake Placid went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday March 19, 2019 at his residence.  Ernest was born on December 29, 1924 in Montreal, Canada to parents Ernest Chalut and Anna Milot. Ernest was the second of 12 siblings who married Denise Pelletier on April 7, 1947.  Ernest is survived by his loving daughter; Diane C. Ventimiglia and husband Frank, grandchildren; Denise Schneider and husband Charles and Michael Ventimiglia and great-grandchild; Teagan A. Schneider, all of Fort Lauderdale.  Ernest is preceded in death by his loving wife Denise Pelletier Chalut November 13, 2005 and a grandson; Patrick Ventimiglia November 23, 2005. A Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate Ernest's life will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the St. James Catholic Church 3380 Placid View Drive, Lake Placid with Father Victor Caviedes officiating.  There will be a gathering for family and friends to reflect on Ernest life at the Tomoka Heights Club House following the mass. The family suggests in lieu flowers, please make donations to The Lighthouse of Manasota, 7318 N, Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243 in Ernest's memory. Words of comfort to the family can be made by visiting www.scottfuneralservices.com .  Arrangements entrusted with the Scott Funeral Home, 504 W. Interlake Blvd., Lake Placid 863-465-4134.