of Lead Hill, AR
November 3, 1932 - January 5, 2022
Ervin Lee Curtis was born on the farm in Lead Hill, Arkansas on November 3, 1932, and left this life on January 5, 2022, at the age of 89. Ervin was a faithful Christian, loving husband, devoted dad, and grandpa. He was a member of the Lead Hill Church of Christ in Lead Hill, Arkansas. Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Sarah Cassie (Seay) Curtis; his sister, Bernice Curtis Weaver; his brothers Harl Curtis, Frank Curtis, Dean Curtis, and Burl Curtis.
Ervin is survived by his wife of 62 years, Johnie Pauline (Bailey) Curtis. He is also survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Leanna Curtis and Ronnie Honeycutt; his son and daughter-in-law, Brent and Carla McCutcheon Curtis; seven grandchildren, Sarah Honeycutt Martinez and her husband Terrell, Jamie Honeycutt Manor and her husband Randall, Dena Honeycutt, Chase Curtis and his wife Amelia, Lexie Curtis, Justin Millsap and his wife Amber, and Sarah Millsap; and seven great-grandchildren, Emma Martinez, Braylen Martinez, Tatum Martinez, MaKenna Millsap, Olivia Millsap, Emerson Millsap, and Jaxon Millsap.
Ervin served his country in the United States Navy for eight years as a Radar Technician in the Naval Air Corp achieving the rank of Petty Officer First Class in four years. After his military service, he became an engineer for OM Franklin Serum Company, the U.S. Government, and finally Boone County Telephone Company (later known as Alltel, now Windstream). After taking early retirement from the phone company Ervin obtained his license as a real estate agent and later obtained his broker license and for many years drove a bus for Lead Hill Public Schools.
Ervin spent his life devoted to serving his Lord and Savior in full-time ministry while balancing out full-time careers and family time. He served in numerous leadership roles in the churches of Christ as song leader, preacher, deacon, and elder. Ervin officiated more weddings, funerals, and services than can be counted. He was committed to his family and enjoyed life, living it fully and bountifully. He was an avid outdoorsman that hunted and fished on the lakes, streams, and woods of the Ozark Mountains. He made countless memories with friends and family on numerous excursions to Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, and the Dakotas pheasant hunting. He was beloved by all and will be missed by his family and friends until they are reunited with him, someday in Glory.
The family wishes to extend Dr. Ted Fish and Dr. Blake Chitsey a special thanks and gratitude for their devoted professionalism and medical care to Ervin for many years. Also, a special thanks to Hillcrest Nursing Home Rehabilitation for their excellent care. Finally, an extra heartfelt thanks and recognition to Jerry and Leeann Bailey, whom without their help and assistance, Ervin's time here on earth would have been substantially less.
Visitation was at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home on Friday, January 7, 2022.
Graveside service was held at Foresee Cemetery in Lead Hill on Saturday, January 8, 2022, with Richard Hudson and Raymond Stills officiating.
Pallbearers were Tait Bailey, Russell Bailey, Jerry Bailey, Justin Millsap, Chase Curtis, and Randall Manor.
The honorary pallbearer was Terrell Martinez.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Children's Homes Inc., 5515 Walcott Rd, Paragould, AR 72450-3319 in memory of Ervin.
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19 Condolence(s)
Lanny & Bonnie Ashlock
Monday, January 10, 2022
Johnie,
We were saddened to learn of Ervin’s passing for you and your family but also understand that where he is now we hope to be before long. You may not remember us but back in 1968 we live in the little red house behind where you guys lived on Capps road. We had the little red headed boy (Rodney).
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lanny & Bonnie Ashlock
Glenna Gray
Monday, January 10, 2022
Ervin could encourage you in person or by phone conversation. He will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know him. He & Johnie Pauline were our guides and road trip buddies the 15 years we lived in the beautiful Ozarks. My love and deepest sympathy to his family and members of the Lead Hill Church of Christ.
Jimmy Villines
Saturday, January 8, 2022
My condolences to all of the family. Earvin was a great example of a man of integrity, and character. I know he will be greatly missed by the family, as well as the community.
Donna and Mike Root
Saturday, January 8, 2022
I have so many wonderful memories of Uncle Ervin and Aunt Pauline. He will be missed greatly. We love you, family, and will be praying for your peace and comfort.
Donna and Mike Root
Saturday, January 8, 2022
I have so many wonderful memories of Uncle Ervin and Aunt Pauline. He will be missed greatly. We love you, family, and will be praying for your peace and comfort.
Deborah Bills
Saturday, January 8, 2022
The last Curtis sibling to leave this earth, beloved brother of my most-precious Papaw, Dean. Though I spent little time with Great-Uncle Ervin, I can say with my whole being that he left a legacy of love through his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Pauline, I want you to know that my mom (Donna) has always spoken of you and Ervin with sweet memories of love, laughter, and of course…singing! She recalled Ervin reminding her most of her Daddy (Dean). May God grant you peace and comfort in this time of grieving your near-lifetime best friend and earthly partner.
Leanna, may you and your siblings feel comfort from the Holy Spirit, as you share the love of God through Jesus. We are just “down the road†from you, should you ever need anything. I’ll be praying for y’all.
Love, Deborah (Root) Bills
Maxine Hanlin--Rogers
Friday, January 7, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Have known the family for many years and gone to church with them. My love thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Carl & Nancy Brown
Friday, January 7, 2022
Sincere condolences to Johnnie and the family of Ervin. He will be missed by many.
Pam Waters
Friday, January 7, 2022
Johnie, I'm so sorry for your tremendous loss....my deepest sympathy to you during this time.
I haven't seen you in years but you both are/were very sweet people when our paths did cross.
After reading this, his was a life well lived and to the fullest.
Until you are reunited, peace and comfort to you and your family.
Rita Whited
Friday, January 7, 2022
No doubt Ervin is sitting before the throne of God today. A place he worked all his life to achieve. Warm and loving thoughts to his family, especially Johnie. You are in my prayers
Bob and Joann Estes
Friday, January 7, 2022
Johnie,
I will always treasure the memory of working with you at Security Bank. You were a joy. God certainly blessed you with a good husband, and a beautiful family. May the Lord comfort and keep You at this difficult time.
I love you.
Joann
Irene Hudkins
Friday, January 7, 2022
Uncle Ervin and Aunt Pauline have always been so special to me. Have so many great memories of Uncle Ervin. He was one of a kind!!!
Laura curtis
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Deepest condolences to the family. He was an amazing, kind hearted man.
Patricia Fish
Thursday, January 6, 2022
He was and is a great example to me â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Ivan Santiago
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I Love this man of GOD dearly! His example and knowledge of the Bible was remarkable. I can say with full conviction that he is with the Lord this very moment. My deepest condolence to Johnie, The Bailey Family, The Curtis Family and the other family members including the Lead Hill Church.
Kathy Petree
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I knew Ervin while working at Allied Telephone Company. He was always a very nice positive gentleman. Prayers for his family
Laurel Clagett
Thursday, January 6, 2022
So sorry for your loss, prayers for you and your family â¤
Celia and Chuck Richardson
Thursday, January 6, 2022
I have such fond memories of Uncle Ervin, especially during the time he spent in Montgomery attending Alabama Christian College (now Faulkner University). He always had time to pay attention to a little kid like me, so of course, I thought he was very special. I'm grateful for his legacy as a man of God.
Larry & Claudia Curtis
Thursday, January 6, 2022
It was great to have an uncle like Ervin! I will miss him!