Robert Lee Ervin passed gently to his heavenly home at 4:45pm on Sunday, November 15, 2015. Robert was a graduate of Milby High School and served in the US Air Force. He obtained his Bachelor, Masters and Doctoral degrees in Education and taught in Channelview before moving to Deer Park Junior High. He then began his career at San Jacinto College in 1966 until his retirement in 1997. In addition to serving as professor of US and World History, Robert was the Chairman of the History and Bible departments. He was a charter member and President of the Deer Park Kiwanis and long-term member of the Deer Park Library Board. Robert was an active member of Deer Park First Baptist Church and later South Main Baptist Church in Pasadena, serving as a deacon and Sunday School teacher.

His favorite service was to his heavenly father and his family which included his wife of 49 years Sandra Wolters Ervin; daughter Leone Clark and husband Stephen, her children Kirby, Spencer and Mallory Langseth; daughter Lorna Schnauber and husband Brian and their sons Benjamin Robert and Brendan Schnauber. He is also survived by his brother William's sons Michael Ervin and wife Judy and Bill Ervin and wife Stacy and his sister Lillian's children John McCammon and wife Darrah and Joan McCammon Walker and husband David. He was preceded in death by his parents William G. and Bertha Willoughby Ervin, brother William Thomas Ervin, Sr., and sister Lillian Ervin McCammon Billingsley.

His sense of humor and giving spirit will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the Carl P. Burney Scholarship Fund at San Jacinto College - Central Campus (8200 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX) or the Leon Wolters Scholarship Fund at Deer Park Independent School District (2800 Texas Ave., Deer Park TX) or South Main Baptist Church (4300 East Sam Houston Parkway, Pasadena TX).

Visitation well be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 stating at 3:00 pm followed by funeral service at 5 pm at South Main Baptist Church, 4300 E. Sam Houston Pkwy, Pasadena, Texas 77505.

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Published by The Deer Park Broadcaster from Nov. 16 to Nov. 29, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Ervin

10 Entries

Rod Holley

October 26, 2017

I first met Bob in the Air Force in 1958 where he was my TI in basic training. The picture is of Bob with three graduates from basic; Brice, Rod & Glenn. Over the years since then, we became very good friends. Even through we did not spend much time together, whenever we did meet, time collasped as if no time had past. I think of Bob often and remember all the great visits we did have.

Bob, you will always be my friend and I will miss you, your laughter, our visits and will remember you always.

Rod

Linda Wiles-Sitton

December 7, 2015

I am deeply saddened for your loss. I loved you both as my wonderful neighbors and friends as well as your daughters and their families. I did not learn of Bob's passing until just now. I am praying for each of you during this time of sorrow that you will find comfort and peace in God's strength as I know each of you obtain. Bob has a wonderful legacy in each of you. God bless you and keep you always. I miss each one of you. Love and prayers.

December 6, 2015

I had Mr. Ervin as a professor in 1969. I earned 2 degrees and he was by far the best professor I had. I loved history more than ever because of him. Prayers to your family. Rest in peace, Mr. Ervin.

November 20, 2015

Oh my, we didn't know in time to go to Robert's funeral. Sandra and family, our prayers are with you during this time of sadness. We all know that Robert is rejoicing, worshiping, praising the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. But, that doesn't keep us from missing him. Love to you and your family.
Love, Beckie & Johnny Cobb

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November 17, 2015

Dear family and friends of Robert please accept my condolences for your loss of a dearly loved friend. May your memories of Robert bring you comfort and may God sustain you. ( Psalms 55 : 22 )
Joseph

Mary Verkin

November 17, 2015

I remember the first time Aunt Bertha & Uncle Will brought Bob as a baby to visit us and the baby picture of him reminded me how much we all loved him. I was five years old. Through the years many fond memories. My thoughts are with all of his family and know you have lost a really wonderful man. Love to Sandra and all of his family. Sissy

Bobs parents...William and Bertha Ervin

Josn Walker

November 17, 2015

Wade Warren

November 17, 2015

I haven't seen Mr. Ervin in years, but have very fond memories him and his positive influence on many at FBC Deer Park and the community. Prayers and blessings for Mrs. Ervin and family.

Marvin Roehl

November 17, 2015

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and family.Because of circumstances we are unable to be there today.
With Love Peg & Bub

Together again, William,Lillian and Robert Ervin

November 16, 2015

Uncle Bobby is who he was to me. He was always our fun,young Uncle. My brother John and I had lots of fun memories. From the Bay house, his old red and white Ford, our Winter Christmas together in the frigid North Wausau,Wisconsin. Many New years parties and lots of visits to Irving,Texas too. I was his only Niece for a long time and I was spoiled by his love and laughter. I will miss him so very much,and it hurts now. But I'm happy he knew Jesus and is with him in Heaven and also with his first family. Till we meet again, Uncle Bobby, I love you, Joannie McCammon Walker

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