GARFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio — Family and friends gathered Saturday in honor of 32-year-old José Ervin Jr., who was killed in Garfield Heights last October .

Loved ones released balloons and unveiled a billboard filled with pictures and memories.

“It pretty much tells his life story in the pictures,” said his sister, Di’Osha Cummings.

“If you met Jose, honestly I think you would do the same thing. He was full of life, he loved being around his family and friends,” Cummings said.

Ervin’s story drew attention last year when he went viral sharing a birthday with his wife and later welcoming twins born on that same day. His family says his absence weighs heavy.

“He’s a very loving person, very loving, literally will give you the shirt off his back,” said his wife, Scierra Blair.

Both his wif

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