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William Calvin Bridges

Athens, GA., Georgia

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Athens, GA. - Mr. William Calvin Bridges, age 82, a native and lifetime resident of Athens, Ga. died Tuesday April 20, 2004.He was the son of the late James Franklin Bridges and Martha Odessa Darracott Bridges.Mr. Bridges was the owner and operator of Bridges Plumbing, Inc., the oldest plumbing...

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I am sorry to learn of Calvin's passing but know he is in a better place. Enjoyed very much serving with him on Athens City Council for several years.He was a good man.

Dear Frances; Ed and I send our prayers to you at this sad time; You are in our thoughts; Love and prayers; Jean and Ed

Mr. Bridges will surely be missed by many. He was a great neighbor to our family. When I asked my father, Jake Holcomb, how long they were neighbors he said "forever", but I think it was more like over 40 years. He and my father joined the Navy on the same day. They both took much pride in that service. My dad had 3 heart attacks and 2 strokes ... Mr. Bridges called and visited regularly. Just two months ago, Mr. and Mrs. Bridges stopped by to visit with him. Three weeks ago Mr. Bridges...

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Frances,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Geri and Cathi join me in expressing our deepest sympathy.
Laura Wilson

Athens will miss this good man. In many ways he reminds me of my father. Rejoice family in his memory and know he is happy in heaven waiting for his family and friends.

Calvin Bridges was a true American original and a tremendous Christian layman. As a businessman, member of the City Council, or active church member, he exemplefied the highest ideals of integrity, honesty, courtesy and respect. I am sure that his family, his church and his community will miss him greatly. He was a fine Christian, a good man, and a true friend. I will always be grateful to God for Calvin Bridges and for the blessing that he and Frances and their family have been to me and to...