Calvin Edwards

09/23/1938 - 09/13/2010

EDWARDS, Calvin Lyle (Age 71) Born September 23, 1938 in Republic, WA to Ike and Wilma Edwards. Cal passed away September 13, 2010 from a tragic accident on September 11, while doing one of the things he loved most in the world, riding horses and working cattle. We will be forever grateful to his riding partners that day, Sonni Gilbert, Stan Stritzke, Bobbi and Dave Eatmon. Due to their heroic efforts we were blessed with two extra days to tell Cal how much he was loved and cherished by his family and friends. Cal was the consummate entrepreneur and fierce competitor. A true craftsman he launched Cal's Drywall out of his garage in the late 60's. Then together with his wife Evonne, they established and grew the tremendously successful LAC Drywall & Stucco in 1974 and later owned and operated Northern Supply and Tri State Walls & Ceilings. Never one to sit still or rest on his past achievements, even after "retiring" Cal became a developer, continuing to happily work 10 hour days until his death. Cal had a giant spirit and enriched the lives of everyone he encountered, but none more so than his beloved family, who were the center of his life. Cal adored and was happily married for 32 years to the love of his life, Evonne. His other closest surviving family include son Calvin, daughters Becky Hubble, Lisa Williams, Karla Hatcher, Cindy Conner, and Ginny Dickman, stepsons Randy, Tracy, and Danny Peterson. Constantly next to his heart and one of his greatest joys were all of his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who he took great joy in teasing unmercifully! Second only to his family, Cal's passion was his horses (and mules!). Always a true cowboy he grew up riding horses. He took up the sport of team penning in the early 80's, then moved on to team sorting. Like in business, he proved himself the ultimate competitor, winning scores of buckles, blankets, saddles, and much more over the years. He will be most remembered by those who he took under his wing, providing selfless coaching, encouragement and wisdom to anyone who wanted to learn about horsemanship and the sport. Cal fulfilled his dream by building Mt. View Arena, where he held pennings and sortings for everyone to enjoy. With Evonne by his side, Cal spent most summers at Pend Oreille River with family and friends swimming, boating, riding his bike and playing tennis. Life at the river will never be the same without Cal's special scrambled eggs! Most of all Cal was a loving husband, father, and friend, happily doing things for someone else, friend or stranger, never expecting anything in return. He was called home far too soon, and he will be greatly missed. Cal was preceded in death by his parents and sister Patsy Edwards. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Cal Edwards to Hospice of Spokane, 121 S. Arthur, Spokane, WA 99201. Cal's life will be celebrated at St. Luke's Lutheran Church, 9706 N. Division St. on Saturday, Sept. 18, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. Please sign Cal's online guestbook at www.hennesseyfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to: