Ernie Carroll, born on 26 May 1929 and died on 30 March 2022, was an Australian puppeteer,  performer, radio and television personality, comedic writer, television producer, and comic strip writer.

He is most known for creating Ossie Ostrich on Hey Hey It’s Saturday, Cartoon Corner, and The Daryl and Ossie Show, among other shows.

Ernie Carroll’s cause of death

Ernie died on March 30, 2022, at the age of 92, surrounded by loved ones at Racecourse Grange Aged Care, where he had lived for nearly 50 years with his partner, Miffy Marsh. It is reported that the late puppeteer died of natural causes at his retirement home in Victoria, surrounded by family.

Was Ernie Carroll married? Did Ernie Carroll have children?

According to multiple sources, Carroll did not specify his marital status on social media, so it was impossible to tell if he had previously been married.

Notwithstanding this, he continued to live with Miffy Marsh, his companion of over 50 years. Carroll and his long-term partner and wife, Miffy had two children, a daughter named Lynne Carroll and a son Bruce Caroll.

Ernie Carroll’s net worth

In 2022, the late Australian entertainer’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $2 million.

He amassed this good fortune through his hard work, in which he invests a lot of time and where he completely presents himself.

When is Ernie Carroll’s funeral?

Carroll’s funeral and memorial ceremony are yet to be communicated. Multiple news sources confirm that his family has requested privacy at this time as they plan for the puppeteer’s funeral and burial.