Family, friends continue Ochsner’s legacy with Ernie’s Garden

Late Aurora artist’s project cared
for by those who knew and loved him

  • The current caretakers are seen here among the flowers of Ernie’s Garden. From left are Barbara and Britton Bailey along with the founder’s wife, Lynda Ochsner. Since artist and Alice M. Farr Library custodian Ernie Oschner passed away last fall, the Baileys have continued to take care of the garden with Lynda’s approval.
    The current caretakers are seen here among the flowers of Ernie’s Garden. From left are Barbara and Britton Bailey along with the founder’s wife, Lynda Ochsner. Since artist and Alice M. Farr Library custodian Ernie Oschner passed away last fall, the Baileys have continued to take care of the garden with Lynda’s approval.

    As spring-like weather finally appears in Nebraska, gardening brings the opportunity not only to grow new life, but to grow the memories and legacies of those who have passed. The plants and flowers can be arranged in a singular space to represent the spirit of those no longer with us.   Aurora locals Barbara and Britton Bailey are endeavoring to keep the essence of Ernie Ochsner’s love of n…