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John Calvi Obituary
John worked as a meat cutter for Shaw's in Westerly, and was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his fiancée, Denise Hartley of Westerly; a daughter, Jenna Calvi of Vermont; two sisters, Donna Dunn and Cathy Calvi, both of Hull, Mass.; and two nephews, whom he cherished.
Calling hours are omitted. Funeral service and burial will be private. For online condolences, please go to www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Calvi
Cynthia Westland
March 11, 2025
Still in my heart. Rest in peace, cousin.
March 22, 2012
condolences to the family and to his fiance Denise you are in our prayers...Tracey and Justin
Patti Burke
March 20, 2012
Your smiling mustashed face will be missed by all!!! Rest in peace John.
Michael Horiagon
March 20, 2012
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Stephen Munger
March 18, 2012
When I first met John he said "Whats up Brother" At that time I didn't know that was normal for people from Rhode Island to say that. Over the 11 years I have known John he was like a brother. We got along great considering I was management and he was the union steward at Shaws. We never let our differences at work interfere with our friendship. He will be missed Don't worry John, I'll ask my brother to keep an eye on you untill we all meet again in a better place. You will be missed. Your friend always.
Steve Munger
Sheryl Wilcox
March 18, 2012
John was a great friend to me. He had such a big heart. I will miss him forever. Rest in peace John, I love you!!!
AnneMarie Canu
March 17, 2012
Marie, Cathy and Donna my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
cathy calvi
March 17, 2012
I will truely miss you! You are my big brother who watched out for me,protected me from all harm. I will always cherish all the unforgettable times we had. May you rest in peace. I will see you on the other side. I love you forever. Love your sister, Cathy Calvi
Cynthia Westland
March 17, 2012
John was my cousin and I will miss him very much. This excerpt from my Book Desert Angels reminds me of him...'I these surroundings I am of this world and the next, outside myself and within myself, in the distance of life and in the eye of it. Forever safe, forever free. Rest in Peace now.
Love, Cynthia
March 17, 2012
I will always keep your memory in my heart and may you finally find eternal peace.
with much love,
cousin Linda Lane
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