Born on November 14, 1951, to Avab and Marie Ashford Reed, Ervin was an avid outdoorsman who cherished hunting, fishing, motorcycling, camping, and cooking. His warm personality earned him many friends.

He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, cherished by all who knew him. He leaves behind his children, Michael Reed and wife Ronda of Eunice; Jaime Reed and wife Katie of Basile; Simon and Taylor Reed, both from Basile; Crystal Reed Echols and husband Thomas of Basile; and Tiffany Reed Eschete and husband Billy of Houma. His 14 beloved grandchildren, Nathaniel, Abbigail, Bailey, Kelsey, Gavin, Mason, Kristen, Kali, Zane, London, Wesli, Aubri, Koltyn and Kohen; five great-grandchildren, Vivian, Kenneth, Owen, Olivier and Carson, along with extended family and dear friends, mourned his loss.

Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Deborah Reed, his second wife, Janell Reed, his brother, Alvin LaBleu, and his sister, Ramona Reed.

At the family's request, a visitation will begin on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 3 PM until 7 PM, with a rosary being prayed a 6 PM By Deacon Gary Gaudin. Visitation will resume on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 8 AM until Mass at St. Augustine Church in Basile at 10 AM. A Burial will follow in St. Augustine Cemetery with Father Keenan Brown officiating. 

Arrangements are under the care of Ardoin’s Funeral Home of Basile. Family and friends are invited to view the obituary and sign the guest book at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.