Ervin Lee Council, 70, of New York, died on Friday, January 26, 2007, in Manhatten, New York. Funeral services will be held at a later date.He was born on April 27, 1936, in Marlin, Texas.Ervin served in the United States Air Force for 4 years, proudly serving in the Korean Conflict.Survivors include his mother, Rever Council; two brothers, Robert Council, both of Midland, and LeRoy Council of Las Angeles, California; and one sister, Mary Williams of Las Vegas, Nevada.He was preceded in death by one son, Janell Council and his father, James Council, Sr.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,