Calvin Lee LaGrone Sr

Calvin Lee LaGrone Sr., age 62, was born on February 6, 1963, in Lowndes, Mississippi, and raised in St. Louis, Missouri. He was a beloved son, brother, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend - a man whose life was deeply rooted in love, integrity, and unwavering commitment to his family.

Calvin was a man of quiet strength and steady presence. He was loving, supportive, and always dependable -the kind of person you could count on without question. He had a quick wit and a sharp mind, often expressinghis thoughts with a mix of honesty, humor, and just the right amount of sarcasm. He believed in keeping thingsreal, speaking truthfully, and living with purpose.

Family was at the heart of everything Calvin did. He deeply valued the bonds he shared with his mother, RoseLaGrone; his father, Andrew LaGrone Jr.; his sisters, Genoria LaGrone and Geraldine Payne; and his brother,Andrew LaGrone and brother in-law Earl Payne. He was a proud and devoted father to Tenoria Johnson andCalvin Lee LaGrone Jr., and a loving grandfather to Journey, Jedi, Jai, and Jazzie Kay Johnson and his granddog Lucy. He also cherished his niece, Dominika Williams, and extended that same love to countless others whose lives he touched.

Calvin dedicated over 20 years of his professional life as a healthcare maintenance technician, serving nursinghomes throughout the St. Louis area with diligence and care. In the later years of his career, he brought thatsame work ethic and pride to the Pattonville School District. No matter the role, Calvin approached his workwith responsibility and excellence.

Outside of his profession, Calvin lived a full and active life. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting,archery, and restoring firearms a craft he took great pride in. He loved going to the shooting range, grilling inthe summertime, and attending family events. Whether it was a school practice, graduation, game, or holidaygathering, Calvin made it a priority to be there. He also enjoyed bowling, skating, and simply spending time withthose he loved most.

As a father, Calvin was present, attentive, and deeply loving. He never missed a moment, big or small. He gavehis children a strong foundation, teaching them resilience, responsibility, and how to navigate life with courageand wisdom. One of the most important lessons he shared was rooted in preparation and awareness: "Anythingthat can go wrong... will go wrong." That was his way of encouraging us to always be ready, to always thinkahead.

To those who knew and loved him, Calvin leaves behind a legacy of strength, loyalty, and love. We inviteeveryone reading this to hold onto their favorite memory of him - whether it was a conversation, a laugh, aquiet moment, or a shared experience - and let that be the way he is remembered: as someone who showed up, gave fully, and loved deeply. He will be missed beyond words, but his presence lives on in the lives he touched, the lessons he taught, and the love he gave so freely.