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Kenny Calvin Obituary

CALVIN Kenny Calvin departed from this life on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Ochsner Hospital Jefferson. A native of New Orleans and resident of Jefferson Parish for the past 50 years. Kenny worked for U. S. Airways at Louis Armstrong International Airport, was in both the City News Band and The Power Band, as well as backup vocalist for Ms. Jean Knight. He served his country for 6 years in the U. S. Army. Beloved husband for 21 years of Kathy Calvin. Loving son of Darness Funches. Devoted brother of Earl Funches, Denny Calvin, Earline Dobson, Kathy Brown, Katherine Floyd, Kail Pikes, Kerry Bickham and the late Jimmy Calvin. Loving son-in-law of Ms. Vivian Davis and Marvin Franklin. Devoted brother-in-law of Lynette Brown, Delesia Johnson, John Davis and Jackie Davis. Loving uncle to a host of nieces and nephews. A Private Funeral Service will be held at L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA, on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at 11:30 A.M with Visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M. Interment following at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. To view and sign the online guest book, please visit www.muhleisen.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 19 to Jun. 21, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
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Joi Verrett

June 13, 2025

Kenny, you will never be forgotten. You were loved by many and you are still loved!

S. Harper

July 15, 2013

My condolences to the family. May the everlasting memories bring you peace & comfort.

Andrew Thomas

July 3, 2013

R.I.P., to my big brother, we shared a lot of memories at the Port, love you man. Thank You for allowing me to write those songs for you, enjoy your rest till we meet again.

Linda Willis-Verrett

June 30, 2013

To the wife and family of Kenny.... we are keeping you in our prayers as well as our hearts. We are here whenever you need us. Please do not hesitate to call upon us for whatever the need may be. We love you! From Larry Willis, Linda Willis Verrett, and Kathleen Willis. May God bless you and continue to give you strength and peace!

June 29, 2013

may god bless you and keep you and your family in your time
of sorrow gmccloud

Charles Hill

June 25, 2013

Rest in peace my brother until we meet again!

June 25, 2013

Kenny was a Good friend and a great brother in arms RIP Kenny take your rest now you're in Gods hands and there's know better hands I know

Wayne Posey & Family

June 24, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Larnell Hubbard Jr

June 24, 2013

Rest in peace my brother....

Bern and Tyrone (Clean) Smith

June 24, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Kenny will be missed.

KATHERINE FLOYD

June 22, 2013

KENNY "BIRD" WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU.TO KNOW YOU'RE IN HEAVEN WITH JIMMIE AND OTHER FAMILY THAT HAS PASSED IS A CONSULATION.YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN MY BROTHER. LOVE YOUR SISTER, KATHERINE

Jonathan Jenkins

June 22, 2013

Kathy I know The Lord will comfort you and your family in your time of sorrow. I will miss my brother as well.

God bless

Jonathan Jenkins

Jonathan Jenkins

June 22, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you Kathy and the Calvin family
Kenny my brother you will be sadly missed

Jonathan Jenkins

Tanganyika Knight

June 22, 2013

Uncle Kenny You are so missed. We love you, Can't wait to see you again..

Michael Richardson

June 22, 2013

May GOD bless you all in your time of sorrow.Kenny will be missed

Erick Balderramos

June 22, 2013

Kenny Calvin, it was a pleasure working with you for so many years, may you rest in peace.

Darryl Verrett Sr

June 21, 2013

Kenny was a very good friend of my family for long time. He and I became very close in the last 5yr . He was my brother.
Darryl Verrett

kim Phillips

June 21, 2013

Enjoyed the time we shared music in the restaurant......) we are going to miss u always was very pleasant.

Cynnthia Williams

June 21, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Yolanda Thompson

June 21, 2013

To my dearest god-sister Kail:

I'm extending my deep and heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

I can remember back when I always looked forward to go and hear Kenny Calvin sing with the City News Band.

God is loving... He will comfort you. Just know that every loving memory is like a warming ray which helps to bring some comfort when sorrow comes our way.

May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

June 21, 2013

kenny will be missed....joyce leblanc,russell batiste and friends band

GLEN DUSSET

June 21, 2013

KENNY FAMILY , I;M SUPRISE TO HEAR OF KENNY PASTING HE WORK FOR US AT QCS YOU HAVE MY CONDOLENCES AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

George cross

June 21, 2013

one person who i will always remember for life. wherever city news was playing i was there . Been years! R.I.P MY BROTHER GEORGE CROSS

Ann Harris

June 21, 2013

Prayers of comfort go out to your Family; RIP Kenny you will be missed...

Michael ellison

June 21, 2013

My deepest sorrow to the family.Kenny was a close and personal friend to me.He will be missed.

Linda Willis-Verrett

June 21, 2013

Kenny..words can not express how much you will be missed. We do take consolation in knowing that good souls go to Heaven, and yours was beautiful! Rest in Paradise my friend. From the Willis Family..Larry,Linda,Kathy,Jr,Mack,Ex! We love you!

James Brewer Jr.

June 21, 2013

Rest In Peace My Friend.

June 21, 2013

RIP Kenny. My Good Friend.Saying Prayers For You And The Family. My Condolences To The Family. I Know, You're Singing With The Angels, In The Heavenly, Choir. You Will Be Missed.

RICHARD LOUIS

June 21, 2013

My friend we all got to cross over Jordan river one day.you will be missed by all your friends at ( USAIRWAYS). TAKE your rest in saviour arms.

Joi Verrett

June 21, 2013

Kenny you've been climbing the Stairways to Heaven for over 37 years and you've reached your destination. You have touched so many lives with your spirit and your voice

We all are truly saddened by Kenny's death. Kenny was more than just an amazing friend; he's our brother. His passing will leave a void in the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Memories of Kenny will always remain deep within our hearts forever.

We Love and will miss you!
Your Verrett Family

William Leonard Jr.

June 20, 2013

Kenny will be miss by everyone whose life he has touched along the way. My prayers are with the family and friends.

Vernon Jones

June 20, 2013

May GOD give you peace kenny, from Vernon Jones,Dorothy Robingson and Ms Jean Knight and peace and love to your love ones,from a true friend.

Lisa Phipps-LeGaux

June 20, 2013

Words can't express my sorrow. My prayers are with the Calvin family, and the loved ones you lefted behind. Rest in Peace Kenny Calvin.....my dear friend. I know you and Timmy are having one heck of a jam session in heaven.

Samanthia Lee

June 20, 2013

May GOD be with the family and friends of Kenny. I remember Kenny from the 4th grade when I first came to Kenner. He has always had the same smile and kind soul. Rest in peace Kenny, you are now singing wirh the ANGELS.

June 20, 2013

We are members of John V. Kelly (Mr. Magic) send our deepest sympathy for your sorrow. Now Kelly and Kenny will be singing together soon. The Kelly's

Martha Kelly

June 20, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kim/Mary/Willie McMiller McMiller

June 20, 2013

Our Prayes are with the family. to God be the Glory A-Men we will miss Kenny
Kim Phillips, Li Willie and Tyrone Phillips

June 20, 2013

To one of the greatest friends of my life, you will be sadly missed my brother. I look forward to seeing you again. Fellow musician and friend... Eric "Breeze" Dunbar

Victor Mason

June 20, 2013

Rest in peace kenny

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