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Howard Calkins Obituary
Msgr. Howard W. Calkins, on April 14, 2017. A priest of the Church at New York, ordained on May 27th, 1967. He was the son of the late Howard and Mary Ellen(nee McGovern) Calkins and brother of Carole and her husband Bertram Furgess. The uncle of Michael, Chris, Kevin and Mark LeMoult and the late Kelly LeMoult. he is also survived by 10 grandnieces and nephews.
Msgr. Calkins, while pastor of Sacred Heart parish in Mt. Vernon,1997-2013, served as the Regional Vicar of the South Shore Vicariate, 1997-2010. He was pastor of St. Joseph of the Holy Family parish, Harlem, 1982-1995, and was co-pastor of St. Jerome's, the Bronx, 1980-1982. He served as parochial vicar of: St. Charles Borromeo, Harlem, 1996; Corpus Christi, Manhattan, 1976-1980; St. John's, Kingsbridge, the Bronx, 1971-1976; and St. Matthew's, Hastings-on-Hudson, 1967-1971. He was a member and leader of Jesu Caritas, a priests' fraternity; a faithful friend to all and a true disciple of Jesus.
The wake will be held on Friday from 2:00 to 7:00 PM at the Cardinal O'Connor Clergy Residence, 5655 Arlington Avenue, Bronx NY and Saturday morning 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM at The Church of St. Joseph of the Holy Family 405 West 125th St. Manhattan. The Mass of the Resurrection will be prayed at 10:00 AM. He will be buried at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.
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Richard Grant
February 5, 2020
This is a very late condolence, indeed, but only now when I decided to look Howie up did I learn of both his elevation to the Monsignorate and his death. We were at school (Fordham) together and both worked in founding Fordham's Mexico project, in the summer of 1962, if my failing memory serves. We last met for lunch in Columbia University's cafeteria, when I ran into him by chance on that campus. I congratulated him by mail when he was posted to a church in Harlem, and later inquired after he had some trouble there with an intruder. He was always a dignified cheerful presence in every circumstance, and I am sure he will be much missed by all who had the honor and pleasure of knowing him. Requiem aeternam dona ei, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat ei. Requiescat in pace. Amen
Joni Pilgrim Lincoln
December 20, 2018
How very proud we were to have Msgr Calkins in our family. We have wonderful memories of holidays together. He was a true servant of God and an example of love and forgiveness. Joni Pilgrim Lincoln
Kathleen Cook
April 23, 2017
Carole and Family
My prayers are with you all at this time. Your Brother, Howard, certainly lived the church.. I remember the days at St. Eugenes, and your Mom, her prayers answered. love, Kathy
Kathleen Cook ([email protected]
April 23, 2017
To Carole and her family
My prayers are with you all at this time. I know from the early years how close you were. What a blessing and how your mothers prayers were answered. He will be in my prayers. Kathy
Kathleen Cook ([email protected])
April 23, 2017
To: Carole Betram Furgess,
My love and condolences to you and your family. We go way back . I remember Monseingior Howard when he first entered the priesthood. I shall always have him in my prayers. love to you all Kathy
April 22, 2017
I have very fond memories of Msgr. Calkins' kindness and support. His work on earth was highly appreciated. I was always grateful that he took the time to celebrate in the renewal of my 25th marriage anniversary vows. My prayers are with the family. Thank you Msgr.
Maureen Walker
April 22, 2017
Deepest Sympathy ETTA PRIOR SWANLINBAR CO CAVAN IRELAND TO CAROL AND FAMILY
April 21, 2017
Knew Father Calkins when he was @ St.Matts he was a awesome priest and Religious Ed teacher he surely be missed
Bruce Byrolly
April 20, 2017
Ms. Furgess,
Your brother was an absolutely wonderful priest, and a hero of mine.
MY respect and sympathy to you and your family at your great loss
April 20, 2017
Father Calkins and I were on an advisory board in Hastings almost 50 years ago. The lessons we learned in our pre-Cana counseling sessions with him have stayed with us for 47 years. He will be missed.
Sr. Doris Bissonnette, RJM
April 20, 2017
If it had not been for the fact that I returned to NY to attend Sr. Patricia Scanlon's funersl, I would not have known that Msgr. Calkins had died. When Fr-Msgr. Calkins served at St.John's in Kingsbridge, I was stationed there a well. He was an inspiration -- a young priest keenly interested in forming community with his fellow priests; deeply interested in prayer and spirituality. I admired the fact that he would make a retreat each year at a Benedictine Monastery. At St. John;s, he would spend time each morning before the Blessed Sacrament before the parishioners gathered to recite the morning Office. I was always impressed that he belonged to the Jesu Caritas movement. What a wonderful way for priests to provide mutual support. It was always beneficial to have him spend time with us at the convent before presiding at Mass there. His homilies were always informative, and directed towards spiritual realities -- but never long. He did have a very charming personality. His passing is a great loss .
Mary Ende
April 20, 2017
I knew him from his Hastings-on-Hudson day. Kind man. Helped me a lot during a bad time. Rest in Peace
Kathleen McEntee
April 20, 2017
I got to know Msgr. Calkins through the South Shore Vicariate Council. He was warm and caring -- never without a smile and a hug -- and always willing to help you in whatever way he could. He was a genuine priest and true shepherd of the people. May he rest in peace. Sending prayers and condolences to his family.
Mary O'Reilly
April 19, 2017
When my Dad fainted at Sunday Mass in St. John's, Kingsbridge, Fr. Calkins brought him to the hospital. What a genuine priest. Eternal happiness Father.
April 19, 2017
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that he cares. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
G. B.
April 19, 2017
I express my sincere condolences. May the fond memories of your created through the years bring you comfort. Psalms 94:22
Maureen Fogarty
April 19, 2017
My parents always spoke highly of Msgr. Calkins while he served at St. John's, Kingsbridge.
Rest in peace, Monsignor Calkins.
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