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David Calvert Obituary
New Albany - 80 years of age passed away May 7, 2018 in New Albany. He was born June 8, 1937 in Elkton, Maryland to the late Paul and Dora (Feehly) Calvert, and was a retired chemist from E.I. DuPont in Louisville after 35 years of employment. He owned and operated David's Tax Service for many years, excelled in many sports, loved to read and he and his wife Glenda enjoyed spending the winter months in Kissimme, Florida for the past 20 years. David loved visiting casinos near and abroad, and very much enjoyed traveling by plane , train, and cruise ships. He was a member of the Cardinal Ritter Knights of Columbus in New Albany, and was always quick witted, a kind and generous soul and was loved by many. He will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.
Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Glenda (Morris) Calvert, son Paul Calvert (Laura), daughter Patricia Combs (Danny), brothers Father Roland Calvert, Donald Calvert, Charles Calvert (Karen), several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.
David's graveside service will be celebrated 11:00 am Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Park in New Albany, Indiana.
In lieu of flowers, his wish was for donations to the American Heart Association.
Online condolences may be made to www.kraftfs.com
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Keith & Doreen Harvey
June 1, 2018
Glenda, we are so sorry for your loss.
Always a jokester
Brandy Santora
June 1, 2018
Thanks for being the best Papaw any girl could ever ask for. You always loved me unconditionally and taught me so much. I miss your voice everyday. Until we meet again Chumpface ❤.
George & Carolyn Bolles
June 1, 2018
George and I are so sorry for your loss Glenda. May David rest in peace now.
June 1, 2018
Pop You will always hold a special place in my Heart!
Joanne Heery
June 1, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss Glenda. I missed you both when you had to stay up north. You were the best friends and neighbors. I love both of you. RIP David. You'll be missed.
Susan Barnard
June 1, 2018
RIP, Dave. I remember Dave and Glenda's wonderful hospitality when we first met in Kissimmee. I didn't get to play much tennis with him but enjoyed his company, kind and quick witted. Love to Glenda.
Debbie Day
June 1, 2018
Glenda. We have so many great memories of you both and are so very sorry for the loss of your best friend and soul mate. Love Debbie & Darrell
June 1, 2018
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