Benjamin Ervin Obituary
The world bids farewell to Benjamin Ervin of Olivia, Minnesota, departing on May 14, 2026 at the age of 95. Benjamin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Benjamin Ervin or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Ervin and Myrtle Ervin (Gose); his wife Patsy Ervin (Refsland); his siblings, Granden "Doc" Ervin, Kenneth Ervin, Everett Ervin, Jessie Ervin, Wallace Ervin, James Ervin, Walter Ervin and Helen Ervin; his son Matthew Ervin; his grandson Alex Ervin; and his great grandchild Landon Hurst.
He is survived by: his children, Doug Ervin (Sarah), Dan Ervin (Jolene), Dave Ervin (Jan), Peggy Tersteeg (Alan), Bill Ervin (Shelly), Pete Ervin (Malisa), Mary Blume (Jeff) and Benjamin Ervin (Lisa); and his friend Watson. He is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren; forty-seven great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 19th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Dirks-Blem Funeral Service - Olivia (104 S 6th St, Olivia, MN 56277). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 20th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Cross of Calvary Lutheran Church (1103 Chestnut Ave, Olivia, MN 56277).
