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Taiqua Stewart
October 21, 2017
Condolences to the Family. May God comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. CT (as I called him) was my first mentor in basketball officiating. What a Blessing to have him in my life. Forever grateful for your teachings, character and wisdom CT. Rest in peace, my mentor.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Taiqua Stewart
Andrea (Lady) Hayes
October 20, 2017
Trina, James and Robert,
May God grant you all the peace that surpasses all understanding during this time. Your father meant a lot to me and he would be greatly missed. I love you all and will keep you in my prayers.
Jeanette Engle Cartwright
October 20, 2017
Trina, James, and Robert,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your father, and my dear classmate and friend. I was so shocked to learn of his passing, but I am happy that he will be reunited with his loving wife, Violet. I am pleased to be able to say he was loved and will be sorely missed by so many people. He touched many lives and brought joy and love to the young people he mentored. May he rest in peace!
Debra Odom
October 19, 2017
Wow we can not really believe he is gone. Although we are not able to be home we 6 there in spirit - somebody get some greens for me. We will truly miss him
DEBORAH MARROW
October 18, 2017
To Our Cousins Robert, Larry & Trina,
We will be praying for you without ceasing during this difficult time.
We Loved Uncle "JoMo", my sons & I have great memories with him & Aunt Violet.
I've known my Uncle JoMo & Aunt Violet since birth through my Uncle Joe Boy & before I met & married your nephew.
We will miss you & we Love you Madly,
But God, Love you more!!
Rest in Peace, now you are reunited with your wife Violet, mother Helen, brother Joe, Aunt Bea. No more dying, crying & no more pain.
Love The California Marrows:
Deborah, Darryl Sr., Isaiah, Niye, Donovan & Darryl " DJ" Jr. Marrow
Walter Bowser
October 18, 2017
Robert, Larry, Trina, James, Robert, and Family:
My heart goes out to all of you for your loss of a loved one who was an inspiration and friend to many, including me. I learned things from him from afar that I share with others to this day, and expect to continue to pass these things on in years to come. Calvin will rest in peace knowing his job was well-done.
Frank Williamson, jr
October 18, 2017
Cousin, You will be missed
Vera Vaughns
October 18, 2017
My deepest sympathies go out to the family. Praying that the Lord will be very close to your family now and that each memory gently touch your heart and bring you peace.
Debra Davenport Farrish
October 18, 2017
Trina, Robert and James. My heartfelt sympathy is extended to you on the passing of your father. I have known Calvin for many years and your mother Violet. I believe he is in a happy place now with the love of his life. I know you will miss him. Hold on to the wonderful memories you have of him to help give you peace in the days to come. God bless you all and your families.
BEULAH DAVIS
October 17, 2017
I remember Jo Moe from the rec in my neighborhood. He was outgoing, full of laughs and dedicated to helping kids in that community. I pray for each of you at your loss of Calvin.
Be blessed.
Valerie Swann Fordham
October 17, 2017
Uncle Kelvin you will be missed.
Lamont Strothers
October 16, 2017
The quality of a man is not who he is on the outside, it is the wisdom and time he gives away to save another struggling soul. Rest easy Mr. T. Thank you for all of the encouragement and advice over the years.
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