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Calvin Hoeft Obituary

Hoeft, Calvin C. 5/15/1957 - 2/21/2015 Calvin C. Hoeft of Whitmore Lake, Michigan died suddenly Saturday, February 21, 2015 at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was 79 years of age. Calvin was born May 15, 1935 the son of Oswald and Margaret Hoeft. Calvin graduated with his soon to be wife Joan Sanford in 1953 from Ann Arbor High, they were married on June 26, 1954. He was the owner of Calvin C. Hoeft Building, Inc. since 1957 and a member of the Home Builders Association of Washtenaw County for over 40 years; he was also a past president. Calvin was an avid hunter and collector and loved to antique shop. He was very passionate about wildlife but most of all his family. Calvin leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife, Joan; children; Calvin J. (Sally) Hoeft and Kristine (Fred) Mikeska; grandchildren; Brian (Meghann) Hoeft, Kevin (Joan) Hoeft, Lisa (Tim) Romelhardt, Megan (Steve) Porto and Nick Mikeska, great grandchildren; Wyatt, Lucas and Joel, there are also two soon to be expected great grandchildren as well as several cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister; Esther. A funeral service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday February 25, 2015 at the Dexter United Methodist Church (7643 Huron River Drive) with visitation starting at the church at 10:00 a.m. There will be visitation at the Muehlig Funeral Chapel of Ann Arbor on Tuesday from 4:00-5:30 and 6:30-8:00 p.m. in lieu of flowers donations may be offered to the Michigan United Conservation Club. Please visit www.muehligannarbor.com to leave the family your condolences.

Published by Ann Arbor News from Feb. 23 to Feb. 26, 2015.
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To this day we miss Cal. Cal worked with our friend Nick Lardas 25 years ago when we were adding on to our new home. Cal and his son Jim and Rob, (I think that was his name) worked on our house for about 10 months. It was a pleasure working with Cal, truly one of the nicest men we have met and worked with. People had all kinds of complaints with people they worked with and it was refreshing to tell them about our experiences.
Over these recent years when things came up about our home and trying to figure it out, we so missed picking up the phone and getting his advice.
We truly miss him and we send prayers that he rests in peace.

Eileen and Saul Hymans

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February 18, 2021

Dear Joan and Jim:
We just found out about Cal and we are shocked and saddened. We met Cal in 1996 when we enlarged the house we bought in Ann Arbor. He and Jim were so fabulous, and we felt so fortunate to have them working on our home. We called Cal so many times over the years to ask his opinion about things pertaining to the house. He was such a fine gentleman and he so loved his family. He will surely be missed and we send our heartfelt condolences to the entire family.
Our Love,
Eileen and Saul Hymans

Eileen & Saul Hymans

February 27, 2015

Jim and Sally, I remember Mr. Hoeft form when I used to come out to the house and when I would see him in Midland at the Antique festivel and ask about you guys. My Dad bought the truck camper that was his and we used it for many years after we got it. My Prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time. Gary and Karen Brewer

Gary Brewer

February 26, 2015

So sorry to learn of Calvin's passing. My memories of him go back to Mack School. Joan, it is always sad to learn of the passing of one of our classmates. Our thought are with you.

Nancy Haarer Strong

February 26, 2015

Joan & family,
Judie & I were very saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Cal. Calvin gave me my first job in the construction business for which I am grateful. He was a easy kind man to work for. He will be missed by many.

Ed & Judie Ankenbrand

February 25, 2015

Edward Ankenbrand

February 25, 2015

Great man the woods will not be the same.

Rick Olberg Fingerle Lumber

February 24, 2015

I was so sorry to read about Cal's death in this morning's paper. Cal and his crew built the house that I still live in for my late husband, Glenn and me in 1970. It is the house in which we raised our three sons, and it has given us much pleasure over these 44+ years. Thank you Cal--you were a superb builder!

Gladys Knoll

Gladys Knoll

February 24, 2015

I live across the road from Calvin and his lovely wife. Although we've only met a few times I found Calvin to be one of the most likable people I've ever met. I wish I had got to know him better.It seems there was always a chuckle right behind his easy, ever present grin and a twinkle in his eye that that made you wish you knew his secret to being so happy. I can't help but smile when I think of him. I'll miss him. His Wife and Family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dan Northrup

February 24, 2015

Sorry to hear this news. We are in Alabama and unable to attend services, but will keep family in our prayers.

Richard and Carol Hoeft

February 24, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about cal, he was an amazing man with a great heart. We had so many memories with you guys that we will cherish forever. we know Ivan was at the gate waiting for him. We love u guys!!!

kathy/ allison Patterson

February 24, 2015

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