David Calkins Obituary
1944-2014
David V. Calkins, age 70, of Dellroy, Ohio died early Monday, November 17, 2014 in his home, with his family by his side.
Born at Houston, Texas on July 6, 1944, David was a son of the late Earl C. and Dorothy L. (Lambert) Calkins.
He is survived by his wife, the former Kim Rutter; a son, Sean Calkins; a daughter, Erin L. Calkins both of Austin, Texas, three step-children, Matthew (Paola) Miller of Gainesville, Florida, Brandon Hinnenkamp and Jennifer (Jonathan) Ayres all of Austin, Texas; three brothers, Earl (Deena) Calkins of Houston, Texas, Alan (Sharon) Calkins of Seattle, Washington, Bruce (Mardee) Calkins of Wimberley, Texas; and two sisters, Karen Jackson of Stephenville, Texas and Susan Calkins of San Antonio, Texas; two step-grandchildren, Tabitha and Matthew Miller, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Those wishing to do so may view a complete obituary, send the family a personal condolence and light a candle in remembrance of David by visiting the funeral home's website, www.GeibCares.com.
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November 23, 2014
Kim, my deepest sympathy to you for your loss. Matt called Dean who passed the sad news to me. It was good to read David's obituary, what a tribute to his full life. The two of you had a lot in common with the theatre and all, and I could see first hand the joy between you when we met up about five years ago. One thing I can say for comfort, know that you will be reunited some day - that is a certainty. Until then, enjoy your memories and take time to grieve. Best regards, Marjie (Miller) Adams
Delilah Wenger Ryan
November 23, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jack Maxwell
November 21, 2014
My Mom's "Calkins" family is just the greatest family anyone could hope to be related to. All fine and thoughtful people, full of intelligence and talent and love. I adored Mom's Brothers and Sisters (my Aunts and Uncles) and the spouses they all chose were just as wonderful and became looked up to and loved by me from childhood on. David is one of my most colorful first cousins and I was very surprised and so saddened to hear of his passing. I am a songwriter/poetry composer, and wrote a poem entitled Call Kins... a play on the surname Calkins. It is a sentimental poem for all the Calkins Family precipitated by David's passing because what was I waiting for to write it. I will forward a copy of it to Alan. May the love that faith embodies comfort my Houston Cousins during this time of mourning at David's Passing. Love, Jack
Cathy Smith
November 20, 2014
Kim & family,
Prayers and deepest sympathy for you and your family.
Cathy Smith (Sifferlin's)
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C Lightfoot
November 20, 2014
You have our deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow.
Psalms 119:76
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