Ervin C. Gay

To the Gay family, I am sorry to hear about your dad's passing. We were neighbors for years and when you kids got into trouble, Irv never had an issue with letting the entire neighborhood know about it:):):) I am sure you have plenty of fond memories of your father. Now that we are all older and wiser, we understood what Irv had to say and do, to keep us in line. I think you will agree with me on that. Your old neighbor, Mark Heitman

This month is the 26th anniversary of my coming to the USA from Colombia to live with the Gay family to study English. Erv and Judy opened their home to me and welcomed me like part of the family. When I think about Erv many traits come to mind like his work ethic, devotion to his family , and genuine personality. You didn't have to guess what Erv was thinking, he was open and true to his values. Thank you for welcoming me into your home. I have always treasured your generosity. Sandra K

To the entire Gay Family...I always enjoyed being amidst the hub bub of your home when I would be over to visit....it was always warm and welcoming and Erv was a big part of that. My heart aches for your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. With my deepest sympathies, Lynn Reuss

When I started school in Madison, I went to the bookstore to cash my check. Erv intercepted the transaction and said he couldn't do it because I was from Owen. He went on to introduce himself and made sure that I felt I knew I had someone to go to in Madison if I ever needed it. For a small town girl I was extremely grateful

Oh what memories we cousins had with Erv when we had our cousins get-together sessions whether it was at Erv and Judy's home, Danny and Annita's summer place near Brule, Bob and Joan's place in Jim Falls, Suzie's place in Appleton and Pat and Dwayne's place in Arizona. Alot of laughter, eating and playing cards and teaching Erv how to play Mexican Train Dominos at Dan's place. Memories never to be forgotten. Family is everything, no matter how far or near they are. Rest in Peace dear Erv.