Ervin Alwayne Clark, age 53, passed away on January 20, 2021 at his residence in Wolf Point, MT. Big Erv was born on November 27, 1967 in Gary, IN to Walter Ervin and June Clark.
Ervin graduated from Frazer High School in 1986, where he played basketball and ran cross country. One season Ervin was a firefighter, he received his CDL and drove truck off and on for Gourneau Construction and Flynn Construction. Ervin was a good cook; he has cooked many meals for his family’s functions. He loved to visit and laugh with everyone, he was a kind and gentle soul, who would give the shirt off his back if you needed it. He was very fond and thought of his fellow street people as not only friends, but family as well. Ervin was willing to help everyone. He loved to hunt, fish and camp in his younger years. Ervin also liked to watch people play pool.
Ervin is survived by his only daughter, Katelyn (Jeffery) Walking Eagle; his sisters Kristine Clark, Kimberly (Charles) Johnson; his brother, Richard (Marla) Clark; nephews Kristofer Clark, Stephen and Michael Bearcub, KC Johnson, Bradley and Brett Clark; nieces Mabel Clark and Linnea Clark; uncles Robert Daniels, Roy Daniels; aunties, Clarice Spang, Florence (Jerome) First, Helen (Fred) Bighorn. He had many first cousins which were raised as brothers and sisters and numerous grandchildren. Ervin has many friends who he considered family.
Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and June Clark; paternal grandparents Walter and Nellie Clark; maternal grandparents Randolph and Mabel Daniels; uncles, Calvin, William Ernie, Donald “Duck” Clark, Alan Daniels; aunties, Bernadine Wallace, Rita Track; cousins, Laramie “Fooge” Wallace, Lanelle Wallace, Randy Headdress, and Jason Bighorn; his grandson Aaron Johnson, who was born on his birthday.
Bob and Terry McAnally says
We are so saddened to hear of Ervin’s passing. May the Creator wrap loving arms around you all through the process of loss and grieving.
Jeneen Spang says
R.I.P. Cousin. I will miss your smile and stories. My deepest condolences to your daughter and family members. Give Grandma, your folks and Grandpa a hug for me!
Santio says
R.I.P Uncle. I’m going to miss our talks and seeing you around town. Save travels home. Until we meet again.
Laurie Molton says
Mr. Molton and I both remember Ervin as a student and a ball player. We are saddened to hear of his passing.
Jessica Mason-Cantrell says
So sorry to hear of Big Irv’s passing. May his family find peace in knowing he was loved by many! God bless you all
Joel Ferguson says
Rest in Paradise bNug Erv. Your work here is done.. you’ve earned your Wings. FLY HIGH. FLY FREE.. FLY TO JESUS..
Shari Daniels says
I still am in shock. Remembering you will be easy because you were so crazy, helpful, n considerate. We will see you again. My love and hugs to your daughter and siblings. Oh what a glorious reunion you must be having up there with everyone. Until we see each other again. Ttyl cuz
Ben gray Hawk 3rd says
U surely will be missed it was a pleasure to have known ya an enjoyed your company over ther years . My deepest condolences to the family ! Fly high my brother an sour with the Angel’s! Tell my family I miss em all !
Virgil cantrell says
R.I.P Cousin I’m Going to miss talking to You and all the Good times we had in Wolf Point!
Virgil Cantrell,Sr says
R.I.P Cousin I’m Going to miss talking to You and all the Good times we had When I came back to visit! Safe travels home. Until we meet again
Resa LaRoque says
RIP cousin, I have so many memories of you when we were young. I pray that you have a good journey and also for comfort for your family that will miss you dearly.
Meryle Montclair says
Sincere condolences to his family. Ervin was a gentle soul, he always teased me, called me babysitter. I baby sat for June and Ervin, he was about 3-4 years old. I’m going to miss seeing him around town. RIP. Big Guy!!
Faith Payne Tallwhiteman says
Sad to hear, my classmate, longtime family friend Big Erv. Glad to have chatted with you. Fly high.
Debra says
Sure gonna miss you cousin and all the crazy stories . Love you.RIP
Donald Lee Boyd says
Sending Prayers And Condolences To The Family In The Days Ahead..
Hank Bucklws says
Condolences to the family. Have a good journey my friend. RIP