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Calum Rintoul Obituary

Calum J. Rintoul 1996 - 2011 OTIS Calum James Rintoul, 15, of Tolland Road, died Thursday, July 28, 2011, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Born in Hartford, Conn., on Feb. 22, 1996, he was the son of James A. Rintoul and Amy Lazor Rintoul. Calum would have been a sophomore at Monument Mountain Regional High School. Previously, he had attended the Farmington River School. He was an avid skier and was a member of the Otis Ridge Ski Club and the Western Mass Ski League. He also enjoyed photography, music and was a talented cook. Calum is survived by his father Jim of Sheffield; his mother, Amy of Otis; his brother, Stefan of Otis; his maternal grandparents, Stephan and Melinda Lazor of Simsbury, Conn., and his paternal grandmother, Elizabeth Rintoul of Scotland. FUNERAL NOTICE: The family invites friends to an informal gathering Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2011 from 1 to 4 p.m. at FINNERTY & STEVENS FUNERAL HOME in Great Barrington. Everyone is encouraged to bring photos and stories of Calum to share. Donations in Calum's memory may be made to the Connecticut Epilepsy Foundation through FINNERTY & STEVENS FUNERAL HOME, 426 Main Street, Great Barrington, MA 01230. Remembrances, memories and reflections may be sent to the family through www.finnertyandstevens.com

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Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Jul. 31, 2011.

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Betty M

July 25, 2024

I remember Calum in the small swimming pool with my grandson and the other kids, having such fun! What a great memory. Miss you Calum.
My thoughts to Amy and Stefan.

Betty Melchiori

July 25, 2023

I still remember that wonderful little boy playing with my grandson and I will never forget him. Love to you Amy, Jim and Stefan

Brian Glueck

July 25, 2022

Hi Amy, Jim, and Stefan,
May wonderful and fond memories of Calum comfort you always. Calum cheerfully took on the role of ski instructor and big brother for the rest of the Otis Ridge Rats Ski Team and always encouraged the younger racers to try their best. We miss him and are thankful for the time we had with him on the slopes and in the lodge. The Glueck Family.

Brian Glueck

July 26, 2020

Hi Amy, Jim, and Stefan, I often see The kindness and friendliness that Calum always showed my Younger kids with when they were together when Calum was one of the “senior” members of the Otis Ski Race Team, when Jake, Lea, and Mikey became the older mentors to the new, younger members of the ski team. This always reminds me of Calum and how he quickly made friends with and “coached” the younger skiers. May happy memories bring you peace and comfort.

Brian Glueck

August 9, 2011

Hi Amy, Jim, and Stefan, We just heard the very sad news and our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this very difficult time. Callum was one of the nicest members of the Otis Ski Team and instantly made friends with and helped Jake, Lea, and Mikey with pointers and tips on how to ski faster and better. We will all miss him, but will find some comfort in the good memories we have from skiing and racing with him.
Brian, Sondra, Jake, Lea, and Mikey Glueck

sarah gorenstein

August 8, 2011

amy, stefan and jim,
we are so sorry for your loss. calum was always so good to julia at otis. we will miss his smile and enthusiasm
sarah, scott, julia, nate and charlie gorenstein

August 8, 2011

Jim my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care and God Bless Melissa Litourneau

August 6, 2011

We wish to express our condolences on your great loss. God bles you and help your through this difficult time.

Ray & Claire Padron (Melinda's friend from FVC)

Corrine Morrison

August 5, 2011

Amy, Jim and Stefan,
I am so sorry for your loss. Calum was a great kid. I remember him from when he was little up at the campground when you owned it. My thoughts and prayers go out to you guys and I am sorry I couldn't make it to the services. He will always be remembered!

August 3, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Take the time to heal and be together.

Tracey Saint Jean

August 3, 2011

Dear Amy, My heart goes out to you, I know what you are going through as I suffered the same on these very days of July last year with Derrick's passing. I have been praying for you and sharing tears. I remember Calum in gymnastics, and he was truly a wonderful boy. Keep God close and know Calum will always be with you in Spirit. God Bless~

David & Linda Jensen

August 3, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim and Stefan,
Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss. We are keeping your family in our prayers.

Clint Tina Adam & Kyle Jensen

August 2, 2011

Amy, Jim and Stefan words can't begin to express how truely sorry we are for your loss. Our prayers are with you daily.

Valerie and Mario Langlois

August 2, 2011

Amy, Jim, Stephan and family,
We are so sorry about the passing of Calum. Our hearts go out to you in the days ahead. It is aweful to lose a child.
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Valerie and Mario Langlois

Nancy (Rybacki) & John Muglia

August 2, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim and Stefan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Your son, Amy and Jim, and your brother, Stefan will be with you always in your hearts. We are so very sorry for your loss. We are sure that the love and prayers of family and friends will help you all through this very difficult time.

August 2, 2011

Dear Amy, Stefan, Jim & family:
It is so difficult, as words can never give solace to your loss.
We are so profoundly sorry ....
love
Dru, Klay, Kim & Chandru

August 2, 2011

Dear Amy, Stef and Jim: Our hearts are broken and we share your loss. Cal was such a wonderful and special young man. He will always be remembered for his happy nature and beautiful smile. We had great times in Scouts: Remember the winter (mud) games? Much Love, Mary, Lloyd, Leland and Spencer Martin

Love, Mike & Star Jack & Erin

August 1, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

leila kris and raymond st.jean/fillio

August 1, 2011

My condolences to the lazor/rintoul family calum was a great kid. He will never be forgotten. I can't say how sorry I am for your loss. Things will get better over time. If there's anything we can do to help feel free to ask.

Joi Keller

August 1, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim, Stefan, and the entire Lazor/Rintoul family,
My heart breaks for all of you as you grieve the loss of Calum. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers throughout the days ahead. My love goes out to all of you.

August 1, 2011

Amy, Jim and Stefan,
I cannot express the feelings that I have for all of you. I know what it is like to lose a son, and my heart aches for all of you. Stefan, remember all of the crazy, fun times you had. Those will be the things that gets you through. I love all of you.
Calum was a special, wonderful boy.
Betty Melchiori

Chris Guerrero

August 1, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cindy Jennings

August 1, 2011

We remember Calum as a little guy. He will not be forgotten.
We imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
Love,
Cindy, Pat, Ashley, and Shannon Jennings

Bertha Connelley

August 1, 2011

Jim and family. I was so sorry to read about the tragic loss of your son. Although I never met him, he sounds like an extraordinary young man.

There is no pain deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.

August 1, 2011

Dear Amy,Jim and Stefan, There are no words to convey how sorry we were to hear of the tragic loss of your son, Calum. We wish all of you strength. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy and Bob Carfiro

dawn diodati

August 1, 2011

Dear Amy and family I didn't know Calum but I am a mother and know the love you have for your children. He sounds like he brought a lot of joy into everyones life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dawn Diodati

Linda Jackson

August 1, 2011

There are no words that i can express that can even describe how sorry i am for the loss of your precious son Calum. My heart aches for you... my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time Linda Jackson

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Laurel Bergen

July 31, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim and Stefan- We are so deeply sorry for your loss. I have many memories of Calum as a little boy. He was a very sweet child who was loved by many people. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May it give you peace to know that he meant so much to so many people. Laurel and Jeff Bergen and family

Paul & Susan Luntta

July 31, 2011

Dear Jim, Amy and Stefan: There are no words to describe our feelings. We watched both Calum and Stefan grow up at the campground and the firehouse. You all are part of our family, and are deeply loved. Our heartfelt sympathy for you and the entire family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Susan Luntta

Ashley Stapleton

July 31, 2011

Amy, Jim & Stef. I am so sorry... Calum will surely be missed.. I cannot imagine the ski team without him. He was so excited with the fact he was going to be on the A team this year. What an amazing, kind, talented, mature, caring young man he was. I will miss him dearly, as many others will too. I send you guys my love.

Brittany Phair

July 31, 2011

Amy, Jim, and Stef. Words cannot describe how sorry i am for your loss, Calum was a great kid and a great friend, he will be greatly missed by many. you all are in my thought and Calum is forever in my heart, Love you guys
Brittany

Karen Loomis

July 31, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim, and Stephan, My prayers go out to all of you. You all were like a family to me, and I loved the boys as if they were my own. Calum was such a cuddler when he was young, which I loved, when we would read books together. Keisha was especially close to Calum, and thought of him as a brother. I loved the boys, and never minded babysitting for you guys, as it was a joy to be with them. Please know how much all these memories are a blessing to me, and you all have a special place in my heart throughout all these years (despite everything) and all my thoughts are with you all, as well as my shoulder. Calum, you are an angel who touched many lives,blessings to you. Karen Loomis, Kaitlyn, Keisha and Taryn

Timothy and Julie Reynolds

July 31, 2011

Jim and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Hannah Meredith

July 31, 2011

Dear Amy, Jim, Stephan and the whole Lazor Rintoul family. We are shocked and saddened by your loss. I'm so glad Aunt Sara was able to come out and represent the Johnson family. My memory of Calum was in Mindy's backyard playing with his cousins in the pool. He loved life and his family. Thoughts and prayers are with you all, Aunt Hannah and Uncle MIke, Meg & Dan.

we will miss all the love you brought to our lives

paul grunert

July 31, 2011

Amanda Cross

July 31, 2011

Jim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Calum. I am in loss of words. Know that at this most difficult time my thoughts and prayers are with you. With much sadness. -Amanda Cross

July 31, 2011

Dear Jime, Amy & Stefan, We have no words except to say you are in our thoughts during this awful time. Our hearts go out to you. Love Jodi & Von

July 31, 2011

Dear Amy,Stefan,and Jim, Please know that we are deeply saddend by the loss of Calum and we are thinking of you all.
Much love, The Middleton Family (Blake, Barb, and family)

July 31, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear about Calum. I'm thinking of all of you. Love, Lisa Foss

July 31, 2011

Dear Jim, Amy and Stefan, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mark and Gina Chretien/Nicole and Matthew Baker

Laura & Wes Bauver

July 31, 2011

Amy, Jim and Stefan we are so sorry for your tragic loss. We have fond memories of Calum. He was a very sweet child that grew to be a wonderful young man. Thank you for letting us be a part of his life. He will always be in our hearts.
Love to you all
Laura & Wes

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