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Ervin Jarvis Obituary

Ervin Chester Jarvis Apr. 22, 1925 - Oct. 18, 2010 Resident of Modesto Ervin Chester Jarvis passed away peacefully at home on October 18, 2010 after a brave fight with cancer. He was born on April 22, 1925 in McCloud, Oklahoma to Susan Mathilda and Ervin Mitchell Jarvis. He was loved and will be greatly missed by many. He is predeceased by his parents; sister Margaret Josephine Jarvis Bohannon; brother Marion Reese Jarvis; brother Daniel Hoyt Jarvis; son Larry Hacker; daughter Judy "Julie" Schaeffer; son Dennis Wayne Jarvis. He is survived by brothers Lawrence Jarvis of Vacaville, Paul Jarvis of Oklahoma; sister Mathilda Ann Armstrong of Concord; daughter Joanne 'Joanie' Fritts of Paradise; daughter-in-law Darlene Jarvis of Byron; 20 nieces and nephews; 15 grandchildren; numerous great-grand-children. Services will take place on Monday, October 25 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2607 East Hatch Road, Modesto at 11:00 am.

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Published by Contra Costa Times on Oct. 24, 2010.

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ronald hacker

November 7, 2010

grandpa you were more like a father to me and for that you will truly be missed. i will never forget the love you shared with us kids

Shellie & Joanne Jarvis

October 25, 2010

What a wonderful life Uncle Ervin had. Even though he had participated in the battle of the war, he was fighting the biggest battle he could have ever imagined with his cancer. He will sorely be missed. We love you, UNCLE ERVIN!!!! Thoughts and prayers to the rest of the family.

Steven & Cindy Jarvis

October 24, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Even though they are in a better place it is hard to goodbye to a loved one.Take comfort that he is in Gods hands now.

Cindy Lemons

October 24, 2010

Our Thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

brenda bible

October 23, 2010

Uncle Ervin is resting peacefully in Heaven with his dear departed wife, children, parents, brothers, and sister. We love you and will miss your warm smile and gentle quietness.

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