He played just two seasons with the Celtics, reaching the Eastern Division finals both times, before making his way back to Kansas State.
Barrett served in many roles at the university across his 75 years of affiliation, including as a player, coach and administrator. "Ernie was the dearest of friends, one of the greatest K-Staters in the world," longtime Kansas State football coach Bill Snyder told The Associated Press. "Never in my 40-plus years here have I met anyone who meant more or did more for a university than Ernie. He sought out opportunities to promote Kansas State University and the athletics program everywhere he was."The university will hold a memorial for"Mr. K-State" at Bramlage Coliseum on Thursday.
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