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In Loving Memory

Ervin, Jr. Lance Wayne “Scrappy” “LJ”

Lance Wayne Ervin Junior “Scrappy” , “LJ”

December 12, 1996 – March 16, 2023

Beloved first son of Lance Wayne Ervin Senior and Andrea Ervin. Loving and devoted brother of Lauren Ervin Noll, Seth Ervin, Janie Ervin, Elizabeth Ervin, and Gabrielle Ervin. Cherished brother-in-law of Tyler Noll. Adored cousin, nephew, grandson, teammate, and friend to many. Loved, admired, and missed beyond words by all.

Lance was born in St. Louis, Missouri on December 12, 1996. He spent his childhood years dedicating every second he could to spending time with his family, friends and playing any and every sport he possibly could. Whether it was football, basketball, baseball, soccer, or even karate, Lance always put his whole heart into the game. After eighth grade graduation and confirmation from Saint Joseph School, Lance attended St. Pius X High School where he continued to play both basketball and football. Everything Lance did in his life he did with passion, dedication, and determination. This was especially true when it came to sports, no one played with as much heart as Lance Ervin. After high school graduation, Lance attended Missouri State University where he joined the Sigma Phi Epsilon chapter and received his associate’s degree.

Not only was Lance great at school and sports, but he was also a hard-worker and always way ahead of all the trends. When it came to the best music and the best style, you knew to go to Lance. He loved that and so did everyone else. Lance loved to travel, he got to see and live in a lot of different places, but he always cherished home.

Lance has always had the most loving, caring, kind-hearted, and genuine soul. Not a day went by that he didn’t show gratitude for his family, his friends, and the life that he lived. His smile lit up every room he entered, and his laugh and positive energy was infectious. Nothing meant more to Lance than his family, and nothing meant more to Lance’s family than him.

Heaven is lucky to have you, LJ.

Services: Funeral from KUTIS SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd. Saturday, March 25, 10:15 prayers to St. Joseph Catholic Church (Imperial) 11 a.m. Mass. Interment Shepherd Hills Cemetery. Visitation Friday 5 – 9 p.m.

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124 thoughts on “Ervin, Jr. Lance Wayne “Scrappy” “LJ””

  1. Our hearts are so sad for all of you. Having sons, it’s unimaginable what you all are going through especially you Andrea and Lance. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers always. We love you❤️

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  2. Our hearts are so sad for all of you. Having sons, it’s unimaginable what you all are going through especially you Andrea and Lance. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers always. We love you❤️

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  3. I’m so sorry to hear of the news, Lance was a great friend, and he even called me ” brother ” in our conversations. I am proud to have known him.

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  4. I’m so sorry to hear of the news, Lance was a great friend, and he even called me ” brother ” in our conversations. I am proud to have known him.

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  5. I was blessed to get to grow up along side little lance. If I could think words to describe him growing up it would be respectful with a side of “try me” lol he knew what he could get away with but was also kind and respectful of peoples feelings. Most of my time with lance I was “babysitting” which was mostly hanging with his sisters while he and Sethers played video games in their room. He always helped with the kids and did what he was asked (from me at-least) the first time and hardly any eye rolls lol I regret not knowing much of the older lance and hope he is now at peace. You should be here my dude, please send comforting signs to your fam.

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  6. I was blessed to get to grow up along side little lance. If I could think words to describe him growing up it would be respectful with a side of “try me” lol he knew what he could get away with but was also kind and respectful of peoples feelings. Most of my time with lance I was “babysitting” which was mostly hanging with his sisters while he and Sethers played video games in their room. He always helped with the kids and did what he was asked (from me at-least) the first time and hardly any eye rolls lol I regret not knowing much of the older lance and hope he is now at peace. You should be here my dude, please send comforting signs to your fam.

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  7. Our deepest thoughts and prayers for all of you during this time. We are heartbroken for you and know Lance will be greatly missed. I cannot imagine what you are going through and know words cannot heal the pain but please know a great many are here in spirit for all of you. Love and prayers.

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  8. Our deepest thoughts and prayers for all of you during this time. We are heartbroken for you and know Lance will be greatly missed. I cannot imagine what you are going through and know words cannot heal the pain but please know a great many are here in spirit for all of you. Love and prayers.

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  9. You definitely have that style thing right. That boy got a haircut like every other week. Lance was more than just a friend to us, along with his family we all became family.

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  10. You definitely have that style thing right. That boy got a haircut like every other week. Lance was more than just a friend to us, along with his family we all became family.

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  11. Rob and I loved Lance. He was such a sweet, kind person and we are blessed to have had him as a friend to our son. We are so very sorry that you have to endure this pain and will keep you in our prayers. We will miss that gorgeous smile that lit up an entire room.

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  12. Rob and I loved Lance. He was such a sweet, kind person and we are blessed to have had him as a friend to our son. We are so very sorry that you have to endure this pain and will keep you in our prayers. We will miss that gorgeous smile that lit up an entire room.

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  13. Our deepest condolences. May his beautiful soul rest in peace now. And may God and our blessed Virgen Mary console all of you in this trying time. He will always be remember All our love always.

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  14. Our deepest condolences. May his beautiful soul rest in peace now. And may God and our blessed Virgen Mary console all of you in this trying time. He will always be remember All our love always.

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  15. So sorry for your loss . I always admired your dedication and commitment to your family. Your loving family is such an inspiration to me. Andrea, Lance and your entire family. Andrea, Lance, and your entire family. Our prayers are with you.❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  16. So sorry for your loss . I always admired your dedication and commitment to your family. Your loving family is such an inspiration to me. Andrea, Lance and your entire family. Andrea, Lance, and your entire family. Our prayers are with you.❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  17. We are very sorry and pray Jesus surrounds you with His peace.
    Our deepest sympathy to the whole family.
    Brian and Nancy Selsor

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  18. We are very sorry and pray Jesus surrounds you with His peace.
    Our deepest sympathy to the whole family.
    Brian and Nancy Selsor

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  19. Lance, Andrea, and family our deepest sympathy is sent with love and sadness in our hearts there are no words I could speak to soften your hurt and loss just know we love u all

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  20. Lance, Andrea, and family our deepest sympathy is sent with love and sadness in our hearts there are no words I could speak to soften your hurt and loss just know we love u all

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  21. My heart hurts for your wonderful family. Your family love will keep you all strong, through this very difficult time. My prayers are with you all. Lance Jr. your smile brought happiness to so many, thank you for touching so many people’s lives! ❤️

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  22. My heart hurts for your wonderful family. Your family love will keep you all strong, through this very difficult time. My prayers are with you all. Lance Jr. your smile brought happiness to so many, thank you for touching so many people’s lives! ❤️

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  23. It seems so unreal to me. I followed you guys thru Facebook and although i’m far away, you are always thought of and i have great memories of all of you. I loved babysitting when the Ervin kids were little and i enjoyed watching all of you grow up. I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. May Lance’s soul Rest in Peace.

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  24. It seems so unreal to me. I followed you guys thru Facebook and although i’m far away, you are always thought of and i have great memories of all of you. I loved babysitting when the Ervin kids were little and i enjoyed watching all of you grow up. I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. May Lance’s soul Rest in Peace.

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  25. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the Ervin children well and you, too.
    My prayers are with you especially during these days. May Lance rest in peace and may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be your strength and consolation.

    Sr. Rosemary
    St. Joseph Parish

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  26. I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the Ervin children well and you, too.
    My prayers are with you especially during these days. May Lance rest in peace and may the Sacred Heart of Jesus be your strength and consolation.

    Sr. Rosemary
    St. Joseph Parish

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  27. I’m so sorry and sending lots of prayers to your family No words can explain the hurt of losing your child – he will always be in your hearts with beautiful memories

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  28. I’m so sorry and sending lots of prayers to your family No words can explain the hurt of losing your child – he will always be in your hearts with beautiful memories

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  29. We are sorry for the loss of your Son. We have your family in our thoughts and prayers. Condolences to all of the family.

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  30. We are sorry for the loss of your Son. We have your family in our thoughts and prayers. Condolences to all of the family.

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  31. My heart breaks for you and your family. Lance was a beautiful sweet young man. And nothing was more apparent than the love between him and his beautiful family. My prayers for your peace and knowing that one day, you all will be together again in Heaven.
    I’m so sorry for your pain.
    May he rest in the arms of Jesus and may your days be filled with all the sweetest memories until you meet again, in Heaven

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  32. My heart breaks for you and your family. Lance was a beautiful sweet young man. And nothing was more apparent than the love between him and his beautiful family. My prayers for your peace and knowing that one day, you all will be together again in Heaven.
    I’m so sorry for your pain.
    May he rest in the arms of Jesus and may your days be filled with all the sweetest memories until you meet again, in Heaven

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  33. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for the loss of your son keeping you all in our prayers

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  34. Our hearts go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for the loss of your son keeping you all in our prayers

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  35. My heart is breaking for you. Your dedication to your children is admirable. I’m deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. Hugs to you all and you are in my prayers.

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  36. My heart is breaking for you. Your dedication to your children is admirable. I’m deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful boy. Hugs to you all and you are in my prayers.

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  37. I am so sorry for your loss. Lance jr.was a wonderful young man. Always upbeat and had a smile when I saw him. He will be missed very much. From all of your Mama’s family we love you and here for you.

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  38. I am so sorry for your loss. Lance jr.was a wonderful young man. Always upbeat and had a smile when I saw him. He will be missed very much. From all of your Mama’s family we love you and here for you.

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  39. I’m so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to all family and friends of Lance ❤️❤️❤️much love to to family and all friends of family Love You’ll Very Much!Peace and Love Always ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  40. I’m so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to all family and friends of Lance ❤️❤️❤️much love to to family and all friends of family Love You’ll Very Much!Peace and Love Always ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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  41. Chuck and Candy are keeping your family in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to your family. No one knows the pain of losing a child unless they have lost one. I am praying for you

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  42. Chuck and Candy are keeping your family in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to your family. No one knows the pain of losing a child unless they have lost one. I am praying for you

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  43. This news has hit me Hard. Lance and I were roommates twice. Great young man with, a great heart and soul. I miss his humor and wit. Prayers for Lance and, his family! My sincere best to all herein, Steve Bagwell

    🙁

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  44. This news has hit me Hard. Lance and I were roommates twice. Great young man with, a great heart and soul. I miss his humor and wit. Prayers for Lance and, his family! My sincere best to all herein, Steve Bagwell

    🙁

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  45. I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose a son and a brother. I would love to come for the services but I am already going to another funeral at 10. My community and Iwill be praying for the family.

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  46. I am so sorry for your loss. It is never easy to lose a son and a brother. I would love to come for the services but I am already going to another funeral at 10. My community and Iwill be praying for the family.

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  47. Jack and I are saddened to hear about the passing of Lance Jr. Please know that the Ervin family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  48. Jack and I are saddened to hear about the passing of Lance Jr. Please know that the Ervin family are in our thoughts and prayers.

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  49. My deepest sympathy on the loss of Lance Ervin JR. It is never easy to lose a son and brother. I remember Lance when I taught at St. Joseph School. My sisters and I will be praying for the family.

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  50. My deepest sympathy on the loss of Lance Ervin JR. It is never easy to lose a son and brother. I remember Lance when I taught at St. Joseph School. My sisters and I will be praying for the family.

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  51. We are so very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy, and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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  52. We are so very sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy, and we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

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  53. Angela and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you peace, strength and understanding. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

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  54. Angela and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you peace, strength and understanding. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

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  55. To the entire Ervin family :
    I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers for healing through grief that only God the Father, Jesus Christ, The Son and the Holy Spirit can bring with such a loss as this.
    Sincerely,
    Alice Mitchell
    Northside SDA Church
    Homeless Ministries

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  56. To the entire Ervin family :
    I extend my deepest sympathies and prayers for healing through grief that only God the Father, Jesus Christ, The Son and the Holy Spirit can bring with such a loss as this.
    Sincerely,
    Alice Mitchell
    Northside SDA Church
    Homeless Ministries

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  57. I wish to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to all the Ervin family for:
    Healing through grief related to such a profound loss that only the God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son and the Holy Spirit can bring.
    Sincerely,
    Alice Mitchell
    Northside Seventh-Day Adventist Church
    Homeless Ministries

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  58. I wish to extend my deepest condolences and prayers to all the Ervin family for:
    Healing through grief related to such a profound loss that only the God the Father, Jesus Christ the Son and the Holy Spirit can bring.
    Sincerely,
    Alice Mitchell
    Northside Seventh-Day Adventist Church
    Homeless Ministries

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  59. Our hearts break for you & your family! I’ve never known more loving, dedicated, hardworking parents! Know that we love each of you and will always be here for any of you! Not just today, next week but anytime whenever you need anything at all! Please know we pray that our,Dear Lord , surround all of your family and ease your pain today & always.
    May, Lance Jr., Rest In Peace

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  60. Our hearts break for you & your family! I’ve never known more loving, dedicated, hardworking parents! Know that we love each of you and will always be here for any of you! Not just today, next week but anytime whenever you need anything at all! Please know we pray that our,Dear Lord , surround all of your family and ease your pain today & always.
    May, Lance Jr., Rest In Peace

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  61. May God wrap His loving arms around your family during these difficult times. Continued prayers for healing, strength and peace.

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  62. May God wrap His loving arms around your family during these difficult times. Continued prayers for healing, strength and peace.

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  63. Ella, on behalf of the administration, staff and new classmates at the Skin Institute, we are deeply saddened by the passing of your loving brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers for strength during this very difficult time.

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  64. Ella, on behalf of the administration, staff and new classmates at the Skin Institute, we are deeply saddened by the passing of your loving brother. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers for strength during this very difficult time.

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  65. “The Lord is close to the broken hearted.”
    ~Psalm 34

    Praying the Holy Spirit will surround each of you and comfort you in a way that only He can. Sending our love, prayers, and care to each of you!! If we can help support you in any way possible, please let us know!!

    The Ashley Family,
    Cooper, Myron & Alesia

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  66. “The Lord is close to the broken hearted.”
    ~Psalm 34

    Praying the Holy Spirit will surround each of you and comfort you in a way that only He can. Sending our love, prayers, and care to each of you!! If we can help support you in any way possible, please let us know!!

    The Ashley Family,
    Cooper, Myron & Alesia

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  67. So Very Sorry for your loss. Having lost a nephew 7yrs ago, I know the heartbreak you are going thru. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ♥️

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  68. So Very Sorry for your loss. Having lost a nephew 7yrs ago, I know the heartbreak you are going thru. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ♥️

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