Benjamin Earl Ervin, 72, of Indianola, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at his home.

Ben was born February 25, 1953, in Ruleville and was the son of Paul Logan Ervin and Catherine Barnett Ervin. He was raised in Indianola, where he graduated from Indianola Academy. Ben earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from Delta State University. He was a Mississippi Army National Guard Veteran. Ben was extremely kind with a soft heart. He was very positive and funny and had a great laugh. Ben was the entertainer of the family and was an amazing storyteller. He loved his family and was extremely proud of his children. Ben was a member of Indianola First Methodist Church where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Catherine Ervin.

Ben is survived by his wife of 51 years, Elizabeth Clark Ervin of Indianola; son, Jason Ervin of Canton; daughter, Jennifer Ervin Horner (Matt) of Indianola; two brothers, Paul Ervin (Sharon) of Inverness, and Pat Ervin of Indianola; three sisters, Ann Banks (Ricky) of Greenwood, Mary Lee Branan (Otto) of McComb, and Teresa Grissette (Ricky) of Indianola; and his beloved granddog, Felix "FeFe".

Visitation will be held Monday, March 24, 2025, from 9:00 am until 10:00 am, at Indianola First Methodist Church in Newman Hall. The funeral service will begin at 10:00 am with Rev. Michael Lindsey officiating. Burial will follow in Indianola City Cemetery. Burton Funeral Home of Indianola has been entrusted with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Indianola First Methodist Church, PO Box 86, Indianola, MS 38751.