Mr. Calvin Carver

September 24, 1950 - April 20, 2018

Calvin Carver departed from this life on Friday, April 20, 2018 at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Calvin, one of seven children, was born on September 24, 1950 the son of Fred and Jessie Mae Carver in Dundee, Mississippi. He accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age. He attended elementary and junior high school, graduating from Kalamazoo Central High School with a scholarship to attend Grand Valley University. Upon completing his education, Calvin entered into the work force as a fire fighter. He then spent several years employed with Kalamazoo Public Schools, after which he moved on to the Manufacturing Industry, retiring from Georgia Pacific. After retiring he took a part-time job at Stones Church, formerly known as Christian Life Center as a cook for their Daycare program. Family was very important to Calvin. There was nothing he loved more than spending time with his children, grandchildren, siblings, nieces and nephews. When he wasn't spending time with family, you could find him fishing, riding around in his car or having a drink with friends. Calvin was preceded in death by his parents, Fred L. Carver and Jessie Mae Carver; and 3 brothers, George, Jesse and Marvin. He leaves to cherish his memories: 7 children all from Kalamazoo, Michigan: 2 sons, Tyrone (Brandie) and Torean; 5 daughters: Marvita (Orlando); Necole (Quinton); Calmarsha, Shabrya and Cara; 1 sisters, Josie, 2 brothers, Fred (Sue) and Sylvester (Herberta); 2 sisters-in-love, Diane and Ola; 23 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Also, a special girlfriend, Pam. Calvin had a heart of GOLD and he was an honest man that took pride in everything he did. He gave all that he had as far as wisdom, knowledge and understanding life. If he loved you, he loved you unconditionally. He wasn't judgmental and he never treated anyone bad.