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for Calvin Laney
Sonia Little RHS class of '84'
October 25, 2021
Calvin,
And I speak for everyone that went to Roosevelt with him; was such a wonderful soul, never had anything negative to say about anyone. Always had a pleasant demeanor and somewhat shy, very handsome and TALL and . Excelled in both, football and basketball. The weekend of our 35th class reunion, the last time I saw him, we all gave Calvin MUCH LOVE. I'm so glad that he and I shared our first and last dance to our favorite song, "Jamaica Funk", happier that when we finished, we embraced, I kissed him on his cheek and said, "I love you" and he said, "I love you too." We embraced for a minute. Guess that was both of our way of saying, "Good bye". Rest in Heaven, Calvin. I know your wings in Heaven are as big as your heart was on earth.
Estella Orosco
November 6, 2019
Calvin you had such a big heart & a smile to match. Everytime I saw you through out the years after high school, you warmed my heart. My deepest condolences to all your family, R.I.P. my friend you'll be greatly missed.
Gina Mendez-Mata
November 1, 2019
Calvin was a great friend, classmate and athlete. He was a all around good guy. I'm so glad I got to see and talk with him at our 35th reunion this past September. Roughriders for life
Eden Fox-Dunn
October 31, 2019
Calvin, when I ran into you, a few years ago, it was such a coincidence.
But maybe it wasn't.
You gave me your phone number, but I didn't have the courage to call you.
I wasn't prepared to relive all the emotions from the past.
Please forgive me for not calling you.
You know my heart and you will always have a special place in it.
I can't believe you're gone, but I was blessed to know you.
Love you always,
Eden
Grace (Brock) Northcraft jr
October 31, 2019
So sorry to hear of Calvins passing, he was a good friend one time in high school I told someone he was my big brother and they said we see the family resemblance, lol we laughed so hard... that's one of my favorite memories with Calvin
Vickiy Baker
October 31, 2019
Sadly, I didn't get to meet Calvin until the 35th reunion for Roosevelt. But, my boyfriend,Eric Alexander, has shared so many stories I felt like I had known him for years. We are both so saddened by the loss of Calvin. Our prayers, thoughts and hearts are with your family in this terrible time!
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