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Calvin Gooding Obituary
Whenever Calvin Gooding went to the barbershop, he would stare wistfully at the photo of the Broadway and television actress LaChanze ("Ragtime," "Once on This Island") hanging on the wall. He pleaded for an introduction, but the barber always refused. Then one night, Mr. Gooding spied the actress in a Manhattan nightclub. He managed to introduce himself, and was instantly smitten. Two years later, they were married. At the wedding in August 1998, the barber took credit for the match. But it was Mr. Gooding, 38, a financial trader, who did all the work. "I was hoping maybe this would be the one," said his mother-in-law, Rose Sapp-Hines, about the first time her daughter brought her beau home. "They were a perfect match. They just seemed right for each other." The Goodings had one daughter, Celia Rose, and Mrs. Sapp-Gooding is expecting another child in October.
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George Carpentier
March 8, 2024
I would like to know if Calvin Gooding was related to my grandfather, George Josiah Gooding, of Brooklyn. N.Y. who passed in 1961.
Monte Leonard
September 13, 2021
Rest in peace my brotha. You will never be forgotten.
Glenn Stewart
September 11, 2021
My good friend Cal
On this 20th anniversary of that infamous day you are forever in my heart. When I reminisce on our friendship it was our first meeting that was the most memorable. I was six years old learning the game of football when you and Mr Gooding walked onto the football field. On that field we honed our football skills together and became good friends from that day on.
I could ramble on about you Cal. I just like to express how thankful and honored it has been being a friend of Cals.
See you on the other side brother.
Glenn E Stewart
Rich Pierre
September 12, 2020
It's been 19 years since we stood on the court at Bello Day and you presented scholarship money to some deserving high school grads headed to college.Thanks for being a kind man with a kind heart.There was no Bello Day this year due to the pandemic,but I still went to the park to be around your spirit and I always bow my head for you before entering the park.You were a bright spot at Bello Day and you were powerful.I'll never forget you brother.
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Evan R.
September 11, 2019
Narda Ducheine
September 11, 2019
Calvin missing you today!!
Michael Burton
May 24, 2018
What's up Cali boy I guess you and your Dad and Joce are hanging out. woke up thinking about you and just wanted to say hi love you guys
Gary Cooper
May 21, 2018
God bless you Calvin!
May 21, 2018
God Bless you Calvin!
Erik Furmark
November 16, 2016
Calvin...
I could've sworn I had written something on here few years back....maybe I was mistaken. So I will spend some time on you my friend while I have the time now.
Even though you were about 6 years older than I....I will never forget the time you and I were 'Basketball Coaches' for 'After school basketball groups'at Packer and your team played my team. As a youngster myself I knew that I was up against *The* Best* Basketball Player Coach I ever knew in my time, but I do remember that we both had fun playing coach for those other younger students. {off hand, I forget who's team won...}
You always treated me as an equal...You may have been the 'Social Butterfly' during your time at Packer with everyone, but you had a certain something to make all of us feel like we were equally as important to you, as *you* were to us. This 'talent' is hard to find now a days in most people. Yet, you were one with: grace, style, talent, personality all combined within to make the wonderful human being we all got to know and Love.
The one thing I just now learned here from reading other comments, is that you were a Gemini, like me.I get the impression you were born within the first few days of June...as my birthday is the 31st of May. I wish I had known this back then.
We think of you all the time Calvin...sadly, more so on that day that changed the world. If one thing that 'that day' should've done...was to force us all to treat others better than we would normally, every day. It's just harder to swallow, that such a good human, was taken from us at the same time. You.
*You* Continue to live in our memories. And with this, *You* will always be alive in us.
B F
September 24, 2015
Hey Calvin, Just wanted you to know I'll never forget you. We grew up together, I played football with your brother while your dad coached. I will never forget the days when we became successes, I never forget the smile and the encouragement. B
Another Day on Willow St - a play by Frank Anthony Polito
Frank Anthony Polito
December 12, 2014
While we never had the chance to meet, you served as the inspiration for one of the characters in my play ANOTHER DAY ON WILLOW ST, which I am dedicating to your memory upon its publication. May you rest in peace.
Denise Monsanto- Green
September 11, 2014
Miss you Calvin Gooding, Always in our Hearts.
michael burton
September 11, 2014
Missing you still. My big brother, my man Cal.
Mieshia Sapp
September 11, 2014
Each day I carry your light within. Missing you always Uncle Calvin.
June 7, 2014
Think of you often Cal.
June 6, 2014
HAPPY HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY MY EVER BELOVED SON. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU EVERY WAKING MOMENT. SEE YOU IN THAT GREAT GETTIN' UP MORNING. MOM
Jocelyn Gooding
April 11, 2014
Happy Sibling Day, Cal!!! I miss you everyday!!! I love always, Joce!
Andre Suite
September 11, 2013
miss you my friend we had some good talks when you would stop by Justin's
Wendi
September 11, 2013
Rest In Paradise Calvin
September 11, 2013
Rest In Paradise Calvin!
James Carter
September 10, 2013
I think of you all the time. I am glad to have known you. I hope your family is well.
Florida 1981, C. Bryant, J.Carter, Calvin Gooding, J. Small, D.Edelstein, and S.Suarez
Emily Schlesinger
September 10, 2013
steve Leslie
August 30, 2013
Kew you and always gad respect for your personalityand your skills.You were the type of young brother we neede on Wall street.
i'll miss you.I was seriously injured on 9/11ar the trade center,but relze after all this time ironically I still have my life and should bre grateful.You'll be mised.trade 'em strong in heaven!
stay loose
Gary Cooper
June 24, 2013
Happy Birthday Cal, we miss you always. Thank God for showing us your character, integrity, insight and your heart.
Denise Monsanto
June 22, 2013
Always think about you
PATRICK GRAY
June 20, 2013
YOU WERE A CALMING PEACE IN THIS WORLD OF CHAOS LOVE YOU MY BROTHER .
Michael Burton
June 19, 2013
Amen.
June 18, 2013
My precious, precious son ! As your birthday nears our hearts remain full of love. Missing you terribly. Ali is planning to have a 50th get-to-gether for her beloved twin brother and self. We know you will be there in spirit. HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY CALIEBOY!!!!!. MUCH LOVE, MOM AND THE GANG.
Michael
May 29, 2013
Hello Richard, can't say for sure, but sure sounds like my friend Calvin. He always lights a room. He has that effect on people. Gone but never forgotten. Thank you for your reply. His good friend, Mike. Peace.
Richard Hunter, Sr.
May 28, 2013
I just Googled his Name. And this is what I found. I was in Merrill Lynch School for Financial Training in 1990. I Met a Calvin Gooding. I got to class early that Monday morning looked around and there were no African Americans in the class. I said to myself. I will have to spend 3 weeks with no one of color in the class. The walks in the very smiling face African American Man that Lit up my day and the remaining three weeks. Please tell me this is not he. If so he was a Blessing to me for three week in Princeton, New Jersey.
Emily Schlesinger
September 24, 2012
I miss you, my friend.
September 21, 2012
My precious son-It feels like you took flight only yesterday-The sadness and the pain are our daily companions. However, God continues to see us through these most difficult times. Chanze continues to do a wonderful job with the girls. They are gems. You would be so proud and I know you are. Know that you are more than loved. See you in the great gettin' up morning. Love, MOM and the Gang!
Hosea James Givan II
September 12, 2012
You are truly missed, my brother! However, we're gonna hold it down. Until the next time frat! Love, Hosea
Donnette Griffith
September 17, 2011
May God be with the Gooding family.
September 14, 2011
My precious Calieboy-It seems like yesterday-that sunday before the tuesday when we were all here laughing and talking over dinner. September 11 is here and the horrific day is being remembered. To many of us who knew and loved you, every day is a day of painful reminders of a son lost too soon. I am so grateful to hear from many people who have not forgotten. Loved forever-MomXXXXX
Patrick
September 12, 2011
Remembering you on the 10th yr of your passing brings back fond memories of your smile and great heart.We are all here for moments in time and you lived a lifetime in yours.MISS U AND LOVE YOU MY BROTHER!!!!
Calvin Joseph Gooding
Lisa
September 12, 2011
Hello Calvin,
It has taken me ten years, but today I had the courage to go down to the WTC to honor your memory. I will never forget that dreadful day. I stood aghast on Broadway looking at the horror before me when the first building came down. After I got to safety, I called your cell phone, hoping, no praying that you were okay. Your wife answered and told me you left your phone home by accident. When I heard the despair in her voice, I felt I could never call again because I knew she was hoping to get a call telling her you were safe and sound. I did not go to your memorial service because I somehow held on to the belief that you weren't really gone.
Calvin,
We talked often and planned to "do lunch" one day soon. In our last conversation, you told me the only thing you ever wanted was to grow old one day and bounce your grandchildren on your knees. I am so sorry you never had that moment.
I am happy to have had the opportunity to be a part of your life. I miss the dinners with the crew from Cantor. I miss the “Calvinisms”. You told me on more than one occasion, “there are no perfect people; you just have to come to terms with what level of imperfection you are willing to live with.” You taught me to store vodka in the freezer, but forgot champagne freezes. Remember the New Year’s eve from hell? Darn Calvin, the bottle of Dom Pérignon didn’t last, but I still have the lined box it came in.
Nothing lasts anymore. You left that tiny Manhattan apartment behind for a new life. Mecca closed; the resort in Playa de Carmen is gone. Just read tonight that your dad passed--may he rest in peace.
I was looking for someone coming to honor you today. Some came with t-shirts, buttons, pictures in frames, and tall monuments to honor the victims. I know that wasn’t something I should expect from your people, but I craned my neck anyway and looked every time I saw a brown-skinned face in the crowd. Never met your girls. Maybe I thought I would see your smile on their faces.
So I kept searching for something with your name or your face and came upon this page. I thank your mom and your friends for giving me this opportunity to say goodbye.
It’s been ten years Calvin. Do I now have to grow up and accept the inevitable?? I made down there and carefully touched each letter that formed your name, one at a time like a blind person trying to see something they will never lay their eyes on again.
Do I now have to accept the inevitable??
I can't believe you are gone.
September 11, 2011
Remembering you on the 10th year of your passing brings back fond memories of your smile and great heart.We are all here for moments in time and you truly lived a lifetime in your moments.MISS U AND LOVE U MY BROTHER.
Tab Stewart
September 11, 2011
Great smile, great heart. You are missed and loved by many.
Donna Dozier Gordon
September 11, 2011
Remembering you on the 10th anniversary. RIP Calvin.
gary cooper
September 11, 2011
calvin you are loved and missed by those who knew you. i love you man.
gary cooper
September 11, 2011
Calvin you will be forever such a staple in the community as well as a beloved friend to many. your heart has shined on many and you will forever be memoralized. i remember the countless hours of bikeriding and sleepovers as young teens as well as your astute intelligence in many areas of life. really miss you!
Jacqueline HAYOT
September 11, 2011
I met Calvin twice while an MBA student, hoping to secure a job on Wall Street. Calvin was at Lehman Brothers at the time and was very generous with his time. I'll never forget his kindness.
emily s
September 11, 2011
Remembering Calvin grinning, laughing, kidding around, loving life, stealing the ball, and just being Calvin.
anon hford
September 10, 2011
Have 2 pics of Calvin - one in the rain with umbrella by a couch that he and roomies decided to toss out freshman year at Hford. Needed a pic of him staying dry while couch is getting soaked by my entrance to dorm. Too funny. Another of him tickling my roomie rolling on the grass, very innocently. But lots of laughs. Big smile on his face both times. He did know how to laugh.
Glenn Stewart
September 8, 2011
Cal I think of you often my brother. I love you and miss you. Until we meet again.
Tanya Jemmott
August 19, 2011
I think of you often, gone way too soon...
Willard White
August 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are always with your family and loved ones.
michael burton
August 18, 2011
Dear Mrs. Gooding, It's me Michael Burton. Just visited good "ol Cali to see all the great friends that take time in their lives to remember what a true friendship means even when you seem distant. Sure life goes on, but when you know a guy like Cal, you just can't rid of him. Maybe I'm emotional right now but hey, He taught me the flicker. How to shoot the jumper keeping that wrist and elbow straight. And that was just BBall. He was my other big brother who I could talk to and be who ever I wanted without getting laughed or told to go home. I love you Cal. Thank you Mrs. Gooding and the gang, Mikey included cause you all have a bit of Calvin to share with us until we meet up again. Hope to see you soon as I'm in the city mostly.
Philip Robertson
August 18, 2011
You are truly missed, rest in peace.
Patrick Gray
August 18, 2011
Calvin-Not a day goes by that i don't think of you.Wish we had said this more while you were here i love you and miss my brother.`
August 14, 2011
Calieboy-I know that God is a mender of broken hearts so I know there is hope for me. Love and miss you as always and forever. Love, MOM.
Ava Smith
May 2, 2011
You are missed by those who love you most. You are honored by those who knew of you. And you are home in the presence of the Lord forever more.
Chloe Ming
April 4, 2011
I am your neese Chloe Ming I am 11 years old, you never met me. I love you so much. God will keep you safe. I am Celiaand Zaya's cousin! We love you and miss you, always thinking about you.
October 10, 2010
Correction-Calvin's dad passed away on 9/19/09 not 9/19/10.
October 7, 2010
Calieboy-another 9/11 has come and gone but to all of us who love you so much it's always with us. Time has a way of EASING things but we will never be the same. We miss your smile and all the humor you so blessed us with. Memories are a wonderful thing. We found a bit of humor (sad though it was) in the thought that when dad passed away on 9/19/10 we smiled at the thought that the two of you were probably up there fighting over the remote over which game to watch! The girls continue to grow beatifully. Well Calieboy, continue to know that you are loved and terribly missed. We take solace in the hope that we will see you again. Love and loads of kisses Mom and the gang!
September 12, 2010
It's been nine years Calvin, you were and will always be one of Springfields brightest stars!
September 11, 2010
Thinking about you on 9/11. I always remember your smile. - Lauren I.
September 11, 2010
Calvin, Still remembering all the smiles and laughs. Thanks for that. - Kim
Wendi
September 11, 2010
Calvin, I am thinking about you today. Keep smiling down upon us.
Catherine Avery
September 10, 2010
Calvin, It's the day before the ninth anniversary and I still have not forgotten your kind words, your laugh, your great spirit! I will never forget. May God bless your family.
October 14, 2009
Calieboy-Precious memories are the gift you left for us. How blessed we are! You are so missed. Dad passed on 9/19 and I smiled as I thought of the football reunion. We will meet again as per the blessed hope our faith gives. Love, MOM and all the family!
Mel Esdaile
October 10, 2009
A great fellow and fine person. Brother Alpha....Our time at Lehman was short but we had some fun.I think of you often and hope your family is well.
James Carter
September 11, 2009
Cal Gooding was my friend. He used to follow the older Haverfordians around campus always full of life, always with a smile. Cal was one of the nicest men I have ever known. I am fortunate to have spent time with him.
Lisa
September 11, 2009
My prayers are with the Gooding family today. Calvin was a gem.
September 11, 2009
As we remember this day in history, may God continue to restore peace among your family. God Bless.
Michael Johnson
September 11, 2009
My heart goes out to Calvin J. Gooding. I don't know him but he will be miss
PaSean Ashley
September 11, 2008
Calvin, I am thinking of you and your family on this day. You are always in my prayers.
Africa Jelks
September 11, 2008
In Loving Memory
Phil Hayden
August 5, 2008
Calvin Friends & Family,
One of the best guys that I had the pleasure to know. I would see him often in the WTC and each time he warmed my soul with pride. Heaven is now a better place and we sincerely miss you. Always considered family.. Much Love to you & yours
Marjorie Gooding
May 24, 2008
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY (5/26/63. MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN! LOVE AND KISSES-MOM,DAD, ALLIE, STEVE, JOCIE, MIKE and all your family.
Marjorie E. Gooding
May 11, 2008
Dear Calieboy, Another mother's day is here amd I just wanted you to know you are loved more than ever. You are missed more than ever. You are so loved! Chanze brought the girls over to celebrate the day with and for me.We shared a womderful time. They were on their way to church. The girls are big and so beautiful and bright. You would be so proud of all of them. (I know that you are!!). Thank God for the blessed hope. We will see you again! Love, Mom xxxxxx
Monte Leonard
August 10, 2007
Calvin my dear childhood friend there's not a day that goes by that I don't think about you or wonder what your last moments were like. I have to say that after 9-11 it took me 3 years to revisit the towers, needless to say the sadness that I felt weighed very heavy on my heart. I will always remember us as springfield rifle teammates and those wicked debates we used to have. I often joke with Patrick about those times and remind him of the fact that you were the only person who could shut me up with your calvinisms and wit! I will see you again one day my friend. God bless!!!
Kristine
November 6, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Cody Jones
November 4, 2006
I am deeply saddend by your family's loss but know that he will be taken care of by our heavenly father. We met by chance during Desa Rose but I have always been your sister in spirit. Hold on to your faith, for GOD has not forsaken you or your family and neither has Calvin.
P Tabbernor
October 23, 2006
In remembrance....
WOODY POPE-FERREBEE
September 11, 2006
TO THE FAMILY OF CAL GOODING
THIS IS DAVID "WOODY" FERREBEE. I JUST CAME FROM THE WTC MEMORIAL TODAY (9-11-06) I WAS THINKING ABOUT HIM. I GREW UP ROCHDALE VILLAGE IN JAMAICA QUEENS I USED TO PLAY BASKETBALL TOURNEYS WITH CAL. THE LAST TIME I SAW CAL WAS ON AUG.18TH 2001. I THREW A PARTY AND HE ATTENDED AND HE HAD A GOOD TIME AT THE PARTY. I ALWAYS PRAISE HIM WHEN IM AROUND THE WTC. R.I.P CAL
Michael Burton
September 11, 2006
Calvin, I miss you so much. Lachanze, you know who this is. Mickey Burton, Photographer, and always your lifelong friend. To the Gooding and Sapp families, My everlasting love and support. Please remember me as I remember and cherish the life and love of my dear Friend and Brother, Cal! May God shine on you and the girls forever and ever.
Marcy Good
February 20, 2006
To the family of Calvin J. Gooding,
On the one-year anniversary of 9/11 I attended a memorial in Ames, Iowa. I teach high school, and the students in our choir were singing as part of the program. As we left, we were invited to pick up cards that had been displayed containing the names of all the victims. I picked up Calvin's because my last name is Good. The card has been displayed on my kitchen bulletin board ever since. Something made me take that card today and search for information about him. I was thrilled to find out that he married a talented actor. I have been a speech coach and director for years. Now I feel an even closer bond to this man and family that I have never met.
God bless you for the sacrifice that your family has had to endure. Like you, I will never forget Calvin. I have made him a part of my life too.
Fondly,
Donna Dozier Gordon
January 6, 2006
Dear Calvin,
I know you're smiling down on LaChanze and your family. I had the extreme pleasure of seeing her perform in the "Color Purple" during the Christmas holidays and was elated for her re-emergence on the Broadway scene. I interpreted her stellar performance as an indication that she's come to terms on some level with your profound loss. I know you are proud. I'm sorry I did not convey my thoughts sooner, and no matter how much time passes, it still hard to believe that you were lost on 9/11. I can't even remember now how I met you (I think it was through Renee Brown or Lisa Burton). But, I always remember you as being in the midst of fun times back in the day in Jamaica, Queens.
You are gone, but will never be forgotten. Your in God's care now.
Love,
Donna
sharon conliffe george
September 12, 2004
Calvin, I never met you, but I know your family. May God bless you, your loving wife and your children.
Susanne McMannen
September 11, 2003
To the Gooding Family,
Hi, it's Susie & the girls here in VA. Had you on my mind today and just wanted you to know that you and yours are in my prayers. Been thinking a lot about Calvin today, not trying to watch the coverage being broadcast today, it brings back sadness and I just want to remember the good and what a wonderful person Calvin was. He will forever remain in my Heart. You've been my Family for years and althought we don't get to see or speak to each other often, just wanted you all to know we Love you.
Love ya Much,
Susanne, Lea, Jade & Janelle (Timberlake)McMannen
Virginia Beach, VA
Carla Renata
September 11, 2003
My dearest LaChanze,Celia & Zaya...
Calvin was an extraordinary kind, humorous and loving individual whose memory and spirit will live on for eternity.
I am blessed that I had the opporunity to meet him and see what a blessing he was for you and the children.
God Bless You and know that you are all always in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Peace & Blessings
Carla Renata
Rodney McKenzie
September 11, 2003
Cal:
I'll never forget when I heard Cantor Fitzgerald in the news reports. Yours was the first name that came to mind. We all miss your laughter at Black MBA and Consortium events.
To the family, hold on to your memories and hold on to God
Grace Scantlebury
September 11, 2003
My mother said that she new calvin as a child. I never knew him nor met him. Nevertheless, just hearing from those of his family here in Boston has prompted me to send my sincere heart felt remembrance and celebration of his life.
GOD BLESS you and the children and keep you in his arm.
Love from a cousing!
Grace Scantlebury
Josh Friedman
February 10, 2003
Dear Calvin,
I just heard about this dedication to you today. It feels like it was yesterday when you were watching me play basketball at the Y, or I was helping you set up Celia's birthday party, or I was just relaxing and watching the U.S. Open with you. It was really hard getting over losing you. It was even harder seeing your daughter, Zaya, who you never got to see. I will always have great memories of you. Hopefully you're with your family now in a better place. Take care, man.
--Josh Friedman (your neighbor and friend)
Billy Heeran
October 31, 2002
Calvin & family,
it has taken me a long time to write you, but the last year has been tough. You sat right next to my brother Charlie Heeran on the 104th Floor who also perished with you that day, and i am sure you two were together till the end. I am honored to have had the opportunity of meeting you in June 2001 just a few months shy of that fateful day.. I remember the day so clearly when i met you. My brother and I were going to the new york sports club after work..We were sitting in the steam room and you could not see your hand in front of your face..My brother and i were just BSing and all of a sudden you hear a voice through that mist and it was Calvin " is that you Charlie?" and the rest is history. After the gym you brought us out for some drinks and dinner and you picked up the check without telling us. Calvin you were truly a genuine nice guy. i got to hang out with you a few more times after that an again it was a great time like usual. I got to meet your family recently at the 1-year annivesary in central park..I now know why you were such a great guy because you were always surrounded by such a great family. I wish you all happiness in the coming years.
derrick blount
October 13, 2002
yo calvin it is not real to me that this happen at all.but i hope you in a better place any way and my love goes out to your family and new born?i live around the corner from you for many years and i miss seeing you run down 137ave in springfield gardens every morning to catch the LIRR
Natalie Wilson
September 27, 2002
Calvin:
I was extremely devastated when I heard the news of your passing. My heart goes out to you and yours.
I am so glad to have met you.. me and my sisters enjoyed your company. We will always remember your smile and will always charish the fun times we had. I pulled out all of our photos from the birthday bashes (The Shark Bar-LA) and that brings a smile to my face. Thanks for being our photograher and thanks for the shots!!! I am happy to know that you are in good hands where you are now. May God be with and bless any and everyone who was touched by this tragedy.
To Mrs. Gooding, though I've never met you, I felt like I knew you through Calvin. He was sooooo excited about your wedding and then I eventually moved to NYC and ran into Calvin at a restaurant, he was beaming so brightly. He said, "Nat I did it!" "I'm married and am so, so happy." As you know, he loved you dearly!
If you ever need to chat or any uplifting of any kind. Please feel free to call me (310-282-2080).
You and the girls are always in my prayers.
and Calvin.... you are missed in a BIG way.
Your friend,
Nat :-)
Renee Plummer
September 12, 2002
LaChanz: May God in his Wisdom, hold you and your babies in his arms.... remember Calvin is always with you and the girls, holding you close... Stay Strong, love Renee
Michael Bennett
September 12, 2002
LaChannze,
I wish for you blessings. I saw you sing on Monday night and remembered being out with you and Calvin on one of my first nights back in New York. You both took great care of me at my brother's behest. I remember being impressed at Calvin's solidness and teasing him that his eyes never left you all night. I'm laughing at the times I'd run into Calvin and ask about you and he'd just beam the biggest smile. I remember running into you and Calvin's mother and sisters as I dined with my family one Sunday after church. I believe the occasion was your bridal shower and it was your smile that was magnificent. That is how I think of you both as I keep you and your family in my prayers.
Michael Kehinde Bennett
Graciela Simpson
September 11, 2002
LaChanze,
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
A special prayer for you & your two girls that God will be with you and them all the time and know that others share your sadness.
Continue to stay strong LaChanze & the BEST to you & your children.
Darryl Costello
September 11, 2002
Hey Cal, I knew from the first time we met at LU, you were great! God bless you.
Roberto Lumpris
September 11, 2002
Calvin and LaChanze,
Calvin, I remember playing little league baseball against you. You were always Mr. Hustle. I remember going to Montebello Park to watch you play for the Future Stars with Gary Cooper and for Howie, the coach. I remember you working for Merrill as a stockbroker. I remember you telling me before going back to b-school that you will one day be in the fixed income business for a major firm and you will get paid. We were at a club in St. Albans that night. I remember seeing you after b-school and you were working for Lehman. You were on top of the world.
I haven't seen you since about 1995 when I moved from NYC. The last time I saw you, you gave me your card that you started working for Cantor. I placed it in my rolodex. Every now and then I saw the card and said I have to call you. I never did.
You got married to a wonderful woman, had a child (now another) and I missed it. I was too busy with my career (I'm still doing the ABS thing) and my family. I'm sure no different than you. We are the same age.
You are gone now and I am so sorry. Mostly, because we all miss you. Your wife does, your children do and I do. All I have now are the memories of your enthusiastic self.
My brother take care and may God be with you.
LaChanze, if you read this, and need someone to reach out to, my family and I are here. We live in Atlanta. Roberto Lumpris at 404-532-0715. I never met you, but Calvin and I go way back to Springfield/Laurelton. He was a great brother back then too.
Take care,
Love, Roberto
Katherine Sandstrom
September 10, 2002
To the family of Calvin Gooding: I did not know your Calvin but I will be honoring his memory on 9-11 as I will proudly wear his name on my badge with an American flag. The Medical Center I work for has given each of their employees the name, info and picture of a 9-11 person who lost their live so that we could pay tribute to their family's.
So on 9-11 I will proudly wear his photo along with the American Flag and pause for a moment of silence along with my fellow employees and say a prayer for your family that God will be with you all on this difficult day and know that someone else shares your sadness (though it could never be as deep as yours) and know that some day you will see him again.
And when there are big beautiful billowing clouds outside, look deep into them and you will see him.
God Bless and Take Care.
Allyson Gooding-Thompson
September 4, 2002
Hey Callie-Boy!! It's almost a year to the date when my life was changed forever. I miss you and please know we're doing "OK"!! I LOVE YOU BRO!!!!!! Love,Allie-Your Sister FOREVER!!!!
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