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Roosevelt Calhoun Obituary

CALHOUN,

ROOSEVELT

Mr. Roosevelt "Cal" Calhoun, a resident of Montgomery, Alabama expired September 3, 2014. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 8, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. from New Life COGIC Church, Patterson Road, with Pastor Terry Ellison, officiating. Interment in Alabama Heritage Cemetery. Ross-Clayton Funeral Home, directing. Remembering him in their hearts are his wife, Dorothy Eunice Calhoun; two daughters, Jessica Flowers, Montgomery, AL; Jacqueline Critz Chicago, IL; two sons, Daryl (Alycyn) Moore, Wetumpka, AL; Michael Moore, Montgomery, AL; two sisters, Jennie (Anthony) Miller, Sandra McCray both of Montgomery, AL; one brother, Franklin Calhoun, St. Cloud, MN; four sisters-in-law, Maggie (James) Smitherman, Birmingham, AL; Yvonne (John) Weaver, Richmond, VA; Josephine (Fred) Moore, Fairfield, CA; Annie Mae Ray, Fairfield, CA; four brothers-in-law, Waymond (Yvonne) Jackson, Columbus, OH; Raymond (Rogeres) Jackson, Montgomery, AL; Henry (Gloria) Jackson, Kent, WA; 10 grandchildren to include his special granddaughter Jasmine "Toky" Moore, Tuscaloosa, AL; whom he raised and spent every summer and holiday with her grandparents and who was by his side with her grandmother and extended granddaughter Reedie Russell, Montgomery, AL; as he journeyed to be with the Lord; extended granddaughters Lorraine (Anthony) Petty, Montgomery, AL; and Alice (Samuel) Greene, Wetumpka, AL; 12 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a host of cousins and friends.

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Published by Montgomery Advertiser from Sep. 5 to Sep. 7, 2014.

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November 5, 2014

I will miss you very much uncle ro. I will miss talking to you every week. I will think of you everyday and I hope that you rest in peace with God. I love you, Avis

ANITA CALHOUNHEMPSTEAD

November 4, 2014

Love You Ro Ro Your 2nd Born neice. My We talked every day.You have been in me Avis life from day 1.I enjoyed you teaching at the same school I went to as a child even living together.Our bond never broke. My was on your wall for so many yrs. You showtaught me so much THANK You!We All we all were planning to come plans were made in not enough time for us to come. I will see You again one day. your last words to me was to live godly to go to heaven. I will see you you again one day I miss you.

Regina Webb

September 8, 2014

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Calhoun family from the Central High School Class of 1991.

September 8, 2014

RIP Mr Calhoun Central High Class of "86"
Marilyn Mealing

Debra Miles

September 8, 2014

Central High School Class of 1985 extends our deepest sympathy to the Calhoun family during this difficult time. Mr. Calhoun's History class was one of my most interesting & memorable classes at Central High. He also taught us life long lessons beyond the classroom.

Roxanne Scott

September 8, 2014

I was so sorry to hear this! Just know God is with you every step of the way Mrs Calhoun, I know you miss him but God has a time for each one of us and although we never understand why, we go through hurt and pain but cast all your cares on Jesus, he is the light of the world and he will see you through. I Pray for Grace, Mercy and Peace unto you and your family/your friend & daughter--Roxanne M. Scott

September 8, 2014

REST IN PEACE Mr. Calhoun --- Central High School, CLASS OF 1990. May God continue to be with the Calhoun family.

Glenn Avant

September 8, 2014

Our Prayers are with you Mother and Family. We lost a great friend and Deacon. We will miss Dea, and we will cherish all the good times and talks we had. We Love you Mother. Dea. Glenn abd Missy Brenda Avant and family.

BARBARA P BARTON

September 7, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss Mrs CALHOUN and family. You all have my heartfelt condolences during this time of bereavement RIP MR CALHOUN. A FORMER STUDENT OF MRS CALHOUN BTW ''CLASS 1966

September 6, 2014

REST IN PEACE....CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1988!!!

September 6, 2014

IM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOU LOSS-I KNOW HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL -MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU-MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS DIFFICUT TIME-

TONY BURKHALER
CLASSIC CLASSIC CADILLAC BUICK-GMC-

Teressa Burke

September 6, 2014

My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God bless and give you strength to carry on.

Donna Moorer

September 5, 2014

Central High School Class of 1983
Extends our deepest condolence to Mr. Roosevelt Calhoun Family,during your hour of sorrow.May God give you'll the strength and peace doing this difficult time.R.I.P. Mr. Calhoun

September 5, 2014

Hayneville High School Class of 1975 extends our condolences to the Calhoun family during this time. May God give you peace that surpasses all understanding and sustain you during your bereavement.

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