Rev. James Erving

Father Diego, will forever be in my heart. His anniversary was getting close so a Mass was said in his memory at Our Lady Of Grace, La Coste, Texas I will never forget all the good he did for Our Lady Of Refuge Church in Eagle Pass.

We remember you as a spiritual force that God sent to our lives when we lost our precious son. The confession I had with you when I was in so much pain, re-focused completely my relationship with Jesus, and made me be more involved in Church Ministries. God bless you and my son, both in heaven.

Fr Jim is a huge part of my reversion and continues to be a help when I listen to his talks. He is a wonderful holy priest and friend. I pray for the intercession of Our Everyday Mom, Blessed Mother Mary, to take Fr Jim straight to Jesus in Heaven forever. I love him and am eternally grateful for his service to God, his love for souls, and his beautiful message of God's mercy. Fr Jim, please pray for us, -as I will pray for your soul; and when I get to see you in Heaven I will hug you and...

I come late to this terrible news. This morning after Mass someone told me Fr. Jim passed away. They knew about my connection with this man who still heard his calling over Monday night football and a beer in an Irish tavern near his mom's back in late November 2003.

Father Jim occupied the stool next to mine, except I was reading the paper with my back to the screen, enjoying a great burger for which the Still was known.

He had his back to the bar watching the game unfold, and...

I am so very sorry to hear of Fr. Jim's passing as he was a very special priest and person and I was fortunate to speak with him via phone and on radio and meet him on an occasion at station of the cross events. He was such a genuine person and so very kind hearted yet he was very tough and strong as as well. His humor was amazing and he could have been a stand up comic besides the priesthood. My kids often laughed at his jokes as we would listen to him on the radio at times and we all...

We met Fr. Jim at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Lowell, MA. My children attended the Immaculate Conception grammar school. He helped coach the soccer team. We all liked Fr. Jim very much. We are were all very sorry to hear that he had passed away.

To the Erving Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was an amazing man!!!! I am so happy that the Lord granted him one more St.Patricks Day. He is now blessing and taking care of us all. My prayers to your entire family!