Was sick when I got the text from Jared yesterday morning. Really liked and had a lot of respect for Calvin. Generous, level headed, fair, very friendly, extraordinary life experience, and was a wealth of knowledge here.
I fondly remember his cross country journey to Michigan for Ron's rally. He was coming in very late so Chris, Jared, and I stayed up, keep the fire going, waiting for him to arrive. We could here the distinctive sound of an IDI rolling down the highway toward the campground through the quite summer night. We were very glad to see he made it safely. He was glad to have someone to greet him and hand him a cold one after a very long trip. Really enjoyed his sense of humor. Jared still bares the "scar" of that Rally.... He will forever be know as Subway here thanks to his time with Calvin that week.
Knew he was having issues with his health. Just didn't have a clue they had gotten so bad.
I agree with Mel.... it would be the least we could do as a group to send something for his services. Wish we knew the arrangements.
God speed Calvin. We love ya buddy and miss you very much.
Prayers for his daughter and wife.
Heath