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Guy Calkins Obituary
Guy L. Calkins, age 81, of East Sparta, passed away
Sunday evening in Aultman Hospital. Born in Verina, IA, a son of the late William and Lela Sanders Calkins, he had been an East Sparta resident since 1957. Guy served with the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and retired in 1981 from Ford Motor Co. after 32 years service where he was a straightener. He was a member of the East Sparta United Methodist Church, Caldwell Lodge #330, F. & A.M. in Bolivar, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Canton, and Isaac L. Kinney American Legion Post #244, in East Sparta. Preceded in death by a sister, Mercedes Calkins. Survived by his wife, June Calkins, with whom he would have celebrated their 61st Wedding Anniversary on Tuesday, Sept. 4th; four sons and daughters-in-law, Rodney "Skip" Calkins and Meredith Webb, of Wilmington, NC, Gary and Cheryl Calkins and Jack and Tammy Calkins, all of East Sparta, and Doug and Tracy Calkins, of Waynesburg; four sisters and three brothers- in-law, Jean Green, of Fort Worth, TX, Janney and Ron Harvey and Karen and Steve Downey, all of Polo, IL, and Diane and Jerry Coughlin, of Seattle, WA; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Kent Calkins, of Rock Falls, IL, and Dave and Amy Calkins, of Edgerton, WI; and six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Services will be conducted Friday at 12 Noon in the Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia with Rev. Samuel Martin officiating. Interment in North Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Friday, two hours before the service, from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mr. Calkins' memory may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
for Guy Calkins
Heidi Downey
September 24, 2007
Dear Aunt June and family--
One of my earliest memories is of Uncle Guy and a trip our family made to Ohio in about 1961. The boys had noisy go-carts that I loved, and they kindly agreed to take their little cousin on lap after lap around their track (probably prodded by their dad).
I'm so sorry to hear of Uncle Guy's passing. May you draw comfort and peace from your many years of memories.
Jim Navarra
September 22, 2007
We are sorry to hear of Guy's passing. We feel your pain and miss you. Love from Arizona. Jim and Vicki
Kari Willman
September 18, 2007
Dear June and Boys,
I am so sorry I could not make it to the funeral, but Uncle Guy will always have a very special place in my heart!
I remember when I was little, Uncle Guy and his family would come to Rock Falls each year on Rock Falls Days. Dave, Skip and I would go down to the carnival and spend money on rides and games. I only had so much money I could spend and when it was gone it was gone! I never asked for more, but Guy would always find me and give me extra money so I could stay and play! I often wondered if he did that for the boys???
When I think of Guy I always visualize him with a beer in one hand and standing by a Bar BQ grill cooking and eating ribs.
I remember him in my back yard one year in Tampico at a family reunion. He was cooking ribs, laughing and telling stories about the "girls"! I still can't figure out what he did best, cook ,eat, drink beer, or tell stories about the girls????
( The girls were his sisters)
Even though I did not get to see much of you I loved you Uncle Guy and you will be missed.I visualize you now setting around a table having a beer and sharing stories with old friends; no more suffering just good times.Tell that good friend of yours up there I miss him too and I hope to see you all again some day.
Love, Kari Rae
Ray Calkins
September 14, 2007
I remember the summer Guy, my brother, Lyle, and I spent at Grandma and Grandpa's farm. I was only about 6 or 7 and Guy was a year older. We didn't see too much of each other after that, but it is a fond memory.
I saw Guy and family at the reunion Jeannie had a few years ago and we did get re-acquainted.
I am very sorry for your loss but thankful Guy's suffering is over.
Donald Calkins
September 13, 2007
Dear Calkins Family,
Thinking of you at this time.
Don and Sharon Calkins and Family
from Colorado
Erin Downey
September 12, 2007
A niece living in Illinois, I rarely saw Uncle Guy but never doubted how special he was to all his siblings and family. He was a talented craftsman who never hesitated to share his skills. Your family and friends will miss you.
Karen Downey
September 12, 2007
I will never forget the little things such as scratching Guy's back for a nickle and then making me wrestle for the nickle. Guy also bought me my first milkshake. He demonstrated in the middle of Dancy's Drug store how I would shake all over when I drank it. I love you Big Brother. You will always have a special place in my heart. Your sis, Karen
Gary Farber
September 12, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes to the Calkins family. I've been gone from Ohio for many years, but always appreciated how Guy was willing to help everybody.
diane coughlin
September 11, 2007
I will forever be lost without my dear brother, he was always there for me. You are free from your pain now, rest and guide us all from above. You will always be in my heart. Your sis diane
Steve & Wendy Loomis
September 11, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tim and Tracy Harvey
September 9, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
DIRK ARTZNER
September 7, 2007
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY!
Connie Cable
September 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Wilson
September 6, 2007
Sincere Sympathy to all of you-- Guy will be remembered for his great generosity to all. He was always willing to help anyone in need. He will be greatly missed. God Bless you all, With love and concern, Mike and Sally Wilson- Zoarville,Oh
Bob & Tracy Collier
September 6, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about this loss. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you all!
Dave Greenbaum
September 5, 2007
Rest well Guy!
Glen and Linda Stark
September 5, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Geneva Devine
September 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you .God Bless
Ike and Charity Winters
September 5, 2007
Are thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Debby Tryon
September 5, 2007
Doug and family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you during this sad time. May God wrap His loving arms around you and hold you tight.
Dan Baum
September 5, 2007
Our deepest heartfelt symapathies are with you all. May he rest with the Lord and may the Lord walk with you all in your time of sorrow. All Our Love and Sympathies. Dan and Robyn Baum
Tracy & Mark Deitrich
September 5, 2007
Clay and Sherry our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Clay Calkins Sherry Barnes
September 5, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
You will forever hold a very special place in our heart and our memories!
Cindy Capperella
September 5, 2007
Clay and Sherry:
Both you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Cindy, Joe and Tessa Capperella
September 5, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Clay and the entire Calkin's family. We know that many wonderful memories will carry you through this difficult time. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love from all of us:
Mamma Linda, Bob, Larry, Lana, Ryden, Kenny, Veronica and Bailey.
Allison Fink
September 5, 2007
We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family.
The Fink Family.
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