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Chester Calvert Obituary
Don died on May 5, 2011, at Mat-Su Regional Hospital from complications from lymphoma. He was born on Sept. 11, 1953, in Phoenix, Ariz. He graduated from Escondido High School in California. He came to Alaska in the early '70s while serving in the Army. He was honorably discharged in 1977 at the rank of sergeant.
He enjoyed reading science fiction/fantasy books and watching sci-fi movies. He liked tinkering with cars and mechanical things and also enjoyed playing computer games.
According to his family, "Don had a kind and generous heart and was always there for a friend in need. He will be greatly missed by all his friends, family and his best friend and fiancee, Mary, and her daughter, Veronica."
Don was preceded in death by his father, Henry Orville Calvert, and his mother, Joyce Mildred Oliver Calvert.
He is survived by his daughter, Leslie Calvert; three sons, Brian, Corey and Justin Calvert; two brothers, Eddie and Gary Calvert; and two grandsons, Mason and Logan.
The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be directed to the American Cancer Society, 3851 Piper Street, Ste. U240, Anchorage 99508 or online at www.cancer.org .
Arrangements by Alaskan Heritage Memorial Chapel of Wasilla.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sharon Calvert
June 8, 2011
To the family of Don Calvert -
I extend my sincere sympathy and condolences -
Don was my brother-in-law and the most gentle person I have ever known. His love of nature and sense of humor will be my memory of Don. He loved his family and Alaska with all his heart.
David & Tina Calvert
May 26, 2011
To the Uncle I never really knew.. may your light burn bright forever in the hearts of your family.. you will be missed greatly but remain in our thoughts and prayers. All our love, David & Tina Calvert
Teresa Hettrick
May 12, 2011
My thoughts are with Don's family, I first met him when he started working for my dad as a small engine machanic. Don always had time to teach me and never talked down to me. I loved him very much and felt he was part of our family. Don was the first to tell me if it did not work get a bigger hammer. Rest in peace my friend.
May 12, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Don's passing.
In 1990 I hired Don to work as a warehouseman at Sears in Wasilla. I retired in 1995, but through a cabin in Wasilla have stayed in touch. I went to see him last Aug. at Sears before I came home to Florida. He was looking forward to retirement after 20 years. He was a friend and good worker.
Sincerely, Polly L Hall, mgr. Sears (retired)
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