Calvin Knight Obituary
Calvin was born in Alabama and raised in Columbus, Ohio
He matriculated through the Columbus school system and was a straight-A student from elementary through high school O He graduated from Mifflin HS, and after graduation, he entered the US Air Force and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan. After being honorably discharged, he returned stateside and lived in multiple states throughout the years, including: Ohio, Alabama Indiana
Calvin was multi-talented and gifted with his hands. There wasn't anything he couldn't do once he set his mind on doing it. 0 He continued his education at various educational institutions by taking many courses, including commercial art, architecture, electrician, and many more O He was an avid drawer, airplane/automobile/vehicle mechanic, tree/land clearing expert, Forklift operator, as well as obtained his CDL license. 0
In his spare time, he picked up musical instruments and was teaching himself to play O His favorite musical artist of all times was Michael Jackson. So much so that he himself transformed into the King of Pop during the late ?early 80's. 0
He transitioned on Sunday 12/7/2025 surround by family members. 0 He is pre-decease by grand parents , parents, aunts, uncles, siblings & other family members O He is survived by: daughters Charlynn, Kelsey & grandchildren: immediate & extended family Aunt Isabelle, Rex, Michael, RoseMary, George, Lashanda, Mini Clyde, Frank, Rosa Lee, Gail, Trina, Donna.Jessie, Anthony, Brenda, Patricia, LaMar, Patrice, Kim, Isabelle, Linda, and a whole host of additional nieces nephews cousins and other family members 0
He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. May his soul rest in peace.
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5456 E. Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH 43232
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