The almost prized catch John talked about for years! Will always remember him teaching us to fish.

Halloween 2007. John was a pro at sorting candy! 

John and Linda with baby twins Brad and Briana 1996

Always looked forward to losing to John at poker night (2008).

John came into our lives when he married my cousin Linda.  His wisdom, sense of humor, generosity and gamesmanship will be remembered always.   May he rest in peace.

John was always positive and had great stories to share.  We treasure our time we spent together while we lived in Florida, and JJ always loved staying at the house (and getting turkey bacon from John!).  John will be greatly missed.

Love,
Ben and Melissa

Jillian and grandpa celebrating her birthday  

Grandpa was always smiling and laughing, such a happy spirit 

Grandpa personality always showed through photos! 

Grandpa traveled the world and I can’t wait to do the same 

Another beach day with Lexi and grandparents 

Grandpa always “winning” board games even if it meant he made up his own rules!

Kind, smart, experienced, always smiling, a good friend, he loved family, he loved Linda. A real gentleman. May his memory be for a blessing. Rest In Peace John. 

iHop breakfast, grandpa was always ready for videos 

Grandpa before his favorite lunch, Chick-fil-A!

Grandpa was always ready to smile for a selfie.

Grandpa with Sophie Hayward, as he is passing out his favorite gifts to give, scratch offs!

Grandpa and his favorite meal…. DESSERT!

visiting Jillian at her work, she was the best waiter  and always knew what grandpa would like best 

A meet up with grandpa during Covid, always playing card games 

Grandpa and Sophie Hayward, his side kick 

Grandpa always loved getting together with Jillian and her friends and Lexi and boyfriend Derek 

Family photo with the Hayward Dogs. Grandpa loved Sophie and Remi almost as much and Lexi and Jillian. 

Christmas Morning, Grandpa was always on trash duty collecting ripped wrapping paper, bows, and boxes. 

"My Big Brother, John"

Life is short, I once read....so live
it with people that make you laugh
and feel loved.

My brother couldn't build a mountain,
or make a rainbow way up in the sky,
But he was always there for me or at
least he would try!

Growing up with no extra money to spend,
John would make our games that looked
just like the ones in the stores....
We laughed and played by the rules...yep!
He would usually win!

And as I grow older I realize that life can be funny
and people come and go,
But even tho we always lived some distance apart,
My big brother, John, left a big mark on my heart!

His phone calls, his cards, and especially those
singing cards that always made me laugh...
I wondered did he know how often he would
give my day a full, wonderful start!

With his great big hugs and a "smoochie" kiss,
John left memories that I will surely miss.
He was one in a million and I am so glad that
I can look back and say:
"I thank God for you as my big brother everyday!" 





Always had the best time with Uncle John and Aunt Linda . Great Dinners!!! ❤️

John was a beloved brother-in-law, Uncle, and great-Uncle. He cared deeply about his family- always ready with a helping hand and a wide smile. May his memory be for a blessing. He will be greatly missed and mourned.

John and Ed Sneideman- more than just brothers-in-law 💕💕

When I think of John, there are a couple of prominent memories I have.  One is of the wonderful experiences Linda and John were able to share living in Japan together.  I remember both the letters of the experience and then all the memorabilia we saw and the stories we heard when we visited them.  I also have fond memories of walking the beach and sharing the love of shelling with John.  He was the one who taught me what an auger shell was.  RIP John; you deserve it after all the illnesses you experienced in your latter years.

Though you're no longer with us, you're memory will linger forever, and that memory will be a blessing. 

RIP John.... Will always remember our fun days in Japan - running down the Shrine Sales and the Salvation Army.    And of course, our Trip to Phuket.  -- such fond memories.       Save some goodies for me at the Shrine Sales in Heaven.  

Fondly - with great memories.

Shirley and Bob Hendel

OBITUARY

John W. Calvert

March 19, 1939 – September 21, 2022

Babione Funeral Home

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