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Gene Calvert Obituary
Gene was raised and worked in Odessa, Texas where he was an assistant professor of Computer Sciences at Odessa College. Gene resided in Midland, Texas. Gene was blessed with two beautiful children, Neo Gene Calvert (6) and Zurella Elaine Calvert (5) who has been and will always be his heart and soul. Gene Calvert will always be remembered as the individual who loved everyone, and would help anyone. Gene was always an extremely generous person, and he truly was one of those people that would "give you the shirt off his back."
In addition to his parents and children, Gene is survived by his step-father Harry Deter; five brothers, Robert Calvert, James Calvert, Trey Calvert, Matt Deter, and Cody Deter; three sisters, Carrie Hart, Desi Deter, and Yolanda Calvert; two aunts, Barbara Ann Stanley, and Kyong Chang; five nephews, Caleb Calvert, Chris Calvert, Cliff Calvert, Micah Calvert and Devin Calvert; two nieces, Deseare Carroll, and Jaleesia Carroll; four cousins Rhoda Ybaben, Brandi Pool, Jott Pool, and Corky Stanley.
Gene is preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville Clifton Calvert Sr. and Clyde Inez Calvert; an aunt, Joyce Elder; two uncles, JC Stanley, and Forest Elder; two cousins, Ricky Dale Stanley and Kirby Elder.
A service to celebrate Gene's life will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at the Nalley-Pickle & Welch Chapel, 3800 N. Big Spring St. in Midland. Viewing will be on Saturday at the funeral home.
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.
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Sallie Gage
December 1, 2006
Gene will truly be missed at Odessa College, he had a warm heart and beautiful smile. May God Bless each of you during this very difficult time.
Wende Ramos
November 28, 2006
Gene was such a kind person. He had a calm nature that was comforting. He will be missed at Odessa College. I hope and pray that his family will feel God's peace and love during the difficult days ahead.
C. Sue Leach
November 27, 2006
I did not know Gene well, but the comments I have heard regarding him personally and professionally were glowing. Our sorrow at the loss of his presence is great. Our prayers are with his family at this most difficult time.
Diane Carrasco
November 27, 2006
I first met Gene in junior high, even though he didn't remember me when I asked him about it. Well, he was sooooo quiet back then. Gene claims he met me in high school and then we got closer at UTPB. It doesn't matter when we met....Gene was a really good friend of mine. He and I had coffee together every Tuesday and Thursday. And we always listened to each other complain in between classes. He always made me feel better no matter what was going on in my life. He would always give me a pat on the back or a hug and I ALWAYS felt better. I will miss Gene so much. I don't know what I will do now without his coffee and hugs. My thoughts and prayers are with Gene's family.
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Doug Cole
November 27, 2006
I remember Gene from the Computer lab at UTPB. We were students at the same time and even though we did not have classes together, we were both members of the "Tall Guys"club. We didn't need names, we could see above the crowd.
Julie Driver
November 22, 2006
Where should I begin? Gene was first computer my teacher who made me feel like I was a great student. During that time we became friends and co conspiriters in some very mean tricks that were never played, but should have been. He comforted me when I was down and made me smile when I was mad about something. I loved him and no one will ever take his place in my heart. I will never forget him nor will anyone else that he came in contact with.
Claudia Philpott
November 21, 2006
Gene was a good friend and a wonderful person, and Odessa College will not be the same without his smiling face in the Computer Science Dept. I offer my deepest condolences to his entire family.
Brian Dille
November 21, 2006
I did not know Gene well, but everything I knew and heard about him was positive. My prayers are with his family as his was a life cut short.
Raymond Cone
November 21, 2006
As a friend, colleague and supervisor I will miss Gene. I had the pleasure of watching Gene mature. There were times when it was challenging to be his supervisor, because he was a free spirit. And that free spirit is what made Gene who he was.
Carla Clark
November 21, 2006
Working with Gene at OC, I never saw him without a smile - even when things were tough for him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Susan Germany
November 21, 2006
Gene had a good heart and a generous spirit. He was always kind. Never judgemental. He was my friend and I am grateful.
Jim McPherson
November 21, 2006
I knew Gene as a fellow instructor at Odessa College. He was easy to visit with and had a sense of humor that when brought out often left our group in stitches. My best wishes and prayers go to his children.
Ruby Grant
November 21, 2006
I met Gene when I started at OC in 2005. He always waved as he was coming in to work. I will miss his goodmorning wave & coversation whenever he came to pick up a fax. May God bless & keep you.
Al Fonseca
November 21, 2006
Eventhough I did not know Gene well, God called him too young. May he rest in peace.
Robert & Angela Tombs
November 21, 2006
We met Gene in 1993 at UTPB. He was always a kind, caring person. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
Ray Rice
November 20, 2006
In the scope of things, Gene and I did not know each other for very long. But I will never forget the numerous conversations we had...some on subjects that would greatly effect my life...others as trivial as an episode of a show we both liked. I will never forget these and will always cherish them. He was an inspiration to me...and I hope that he could take something away from these talks that we had as I did. I'm proud to say that he was one of my best friends. I will miss our talks terribly.
Peter Carrillo
November 20, 2006
Gene was more than a friend to me, he was my brother, not by blood but by heart. I knew him since high school, and very seldom did a day go by that we didn't talk either on the phone or in person. I was very blessed to have him as a friend and for that I am forever greatful. He showed me what friendship is and even when things were bad for him he was always happy that he had his friends. Gene had a lot of friends, but he only had a few great friends and I was blessed to be called one of his best friends. I will truely miss you my friend, but I will always have you in my heart. Thanks for everything my brother.
Dennis Shoemaker
November 18, 2006
Gene was the little brother that I never had. I know that he changed my life forthe better when we met in university. Gene believed in people and gave everyone a chance. I saw him in many different situations and he always choose the correct path, even when it was the least traveled. He choose to help people when he could, and many times there was a price that he had to pay.
Every time I returned to Odessa Gene was the first person I would see. He was a very dear friend and I will always keep him in my heart. The world is a sadder place without Gene. He will be missed dearly.
Michelle Martin
November 17, 2006
Gene was a good friend to me during a low time in my life. I was the voice of reason he turned to when he was down. I will miss your voice, friendship and laughter greatly. You touched my life Gene and it is infinitely richer because of that!
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