Nicholas Ward Calvin

Calvin, Nicholas Ward, 25, of Huntsville, Al., formerly of Lutz, Fl., passed away August 24, 2010. Nick was an amazing son, brother, grandson, and friend and will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him. Although the pain of losing him will never heal, the memory of his warm smile, his laughter, and his loyalty to those he loved will get us through the days until we are with him once more. Nicholas was proud of being on the Wharton state finalist 2002 football team, playing college rugby with USF, FSU, enjoyed weight lifting, personal training, the outdoors including boating, scuba diving with his friends the caves of the Florida springs (Devil's Den), also USVI with his Dad and sister, enjoyed hunting and fishing especially when he was younger. He was an adventurist and outdoorsman. Nicholas was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Eddi Calvin. He is survived by his devoted parents, Yvette Nichols of Tallahassee, and Dr. Douglas P. Calvin of Lutz; his sister, Natalie; brother, Christopher, maternal grandparents, Brian A. Schneider and Annette Holt Abney; and paternal grandfather, Dr. James R. Calvin; as well as countless friends who will remember him with love always. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2pm, at Blount Curry Carrollwood Chapel. The family will receive friends beginning one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center in Nicholas' name. Words of comfort may be expressed at www.blountcurry.com.