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Calvin Hashimoto Obituary
October 10, 1945 - February 3, 2017
Calvin passed away from leukemia in the comfort of his home on the Big Island of Hawaii on Friday, February 3, 2017. He attended local schools, graduating from Atwater High School in 1963. He went to UC Berkeley and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture in 1969.
Cal joined the Peace Corps and was sent to serve in Sierra Leone, Africa. Afterward he traveled extensively in Western and Central Africa, settling for seven years in Mombasa, Kenya. Eventually he returned to the US for a short stay before travelling throughout Mexico and Central America.
In 1982, he moved to the Big Island (Hawaii) and found his true "home." Through many cycles of experimentation with different media, BAMBOO became his art form. He became the foremost Bamboo sculpture/artist in the Country; his mastery and techniques were written up in various magazines and books. He invented ways to work with Bamboo that had not been used before. Cal's beautiful and striking work has been admired and collected throughout America.
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Cal finished his "Bucket List" here, and has now started a new and most exciting adventure. A Memorial and Celebration of Cal's life was held on Hawaii, at Paleaku Peace Garden, on March 5, 2017.
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Memories and Condolences
for Calvin Hashimoto
Chris Valdez
August 29, 2023
As a kid growing up in Livingston I played pickup baseball games and Calvin was the catcher. He was a really good one too. I am so sorry read about his passing.
Chris Valdez
Uldra Johnson
August 30, 2020
Cal was one of the great Hawaii artists—his works exude spirituality. He left behind a legacy of beauty and peace.
Dick Swan
March 22, 2017
Some of my best memories of Sierra Leone involve Cal and many were preceded by him saying, "Aw come on, we can do this." Part of his legacy is a school he helped me build. He is missed.
Nancy Locke (Nee Effinger)
March 21, 2017
A content and gentle soul, Cal faced his impending death with remarkable acceptance and peace. He tread very lightly on the Earth, yet left a unforgettable legacy in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Geralin Smith,
March 19, 2017
May You Be At Peace, Calvin.
March 19, 2017
Cal an artist we are grateful for having shared creative spirits in life. He graced the stage with beautiful inspirations and humble presence.
With Aloha,
Eva & Chiu
harriet wilson
March 17, 2017
I worked in the office of the Peace Corps in Freetown, Sierra Leone as a PCV Secretary. I fondly remember Cal and his beautiful smile and he always had a kind work. I offer my sincere condolences I the loss of your loved one.
Karen (Brassfield) Robertson
March 15, 2017
Calvin was the boy next door and a good friend in Livingston. I wish we had kept touch. What a life he had. Blessings to his family.
Lee Horton
March 11, 2017
Please find comfort in Gods' inspired word the Bible during your time of grief and sorrow (2 Timothy 3:16). I am sending deep sympathy to you, your family and friends.
T V
March 11, 2017
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1, 2) With heartfelt sympathy.
Angela M
March 10, 2017
Offering my deepest condolences during these difficult times. May the God of comfort comfort you with this promise, John 6:40.
March 10, 2017
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
March 10, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family for your immeasurable loss of your loved one. Losing a loved one in death is never easy. In the days ahead may you find comfort in the God of loyal love and in the promise found at John 6:40.
March 7, 2017
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Calvin, but grateful for his service to our nation with the Peace Corps in Sierra Leone.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
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