James L. Ervin, age 80, born in Harrison, Arkansas December 20, 1937 to John and Vickie Ervin, passed away peacefully in his sleep September 23, 2018 in Rockwall, Texas.
Jim was the seventh of eight children. He attended Harrison High School and graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1960. After graduation he moved to Dallas and was employed by Republic National Bank as vice president until 1979. Jim and his family relocated to Lake Forest, Illinois, where he became President and CEO of Coldwell Banker Relocation. He then was named President and CEO of Equitable Relocation until his retirement in 1988.
Jim held the position as chairman of the board of World Christian Broadcasting and president of the Dallas Chapter of the U of A Alumni Association.
He was a dedicated member, deacon, elder and Bible teacher in churches of Christ in Texas, Illinois and Florida.
Upon retirement, Jim and Charlotte moved to their ranch in Hamilton County, Texas where he spent his time ranching, traveling the world, supporting his church and attending his grandkids activities.
Jim was passionate about the Arkansas Razorbacks, the Dallas Stars, serving his church, three children and nine grandchildren.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Charlotte Wilkerson Ervin; children, Scott Ervin of Rockwall, Texas, Elizabeth Ervin Schweik and husband Rick of Mansfield, Texas, Courtney Ervin Kraner and husband Rob of McKinney, Texas and sisters, Essie Ervin Tate and Helen Ervin Clavey of Harrison, Arkansas.
Jim will also be greatly missed by his nine grandchildren Seth, Sydnee, Sarah Beth and Sophee Ervin, Connor and Griffin Schweik and Keaton, Kylie and Koen Kraner.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and two sisters.
Graveside Services: 2p.m., Thursday, September 27, 2018 at Acton Cemetery.
Visitation: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Thursday, September 27, 2018, Wiley Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Abilene Christian University Scholarship Fund or the charity of your choice.