Obituary of Calvin Himes

HIMES, Calvin- Cal passed away peacefully at Garden City Manor on Monday March 21, 2011 in his 80th year. Beloved husband of Edith for over 50 years. Cherished father of John, Tim and Heather. Special grandfather to John, Jamie and Leah. Cal will be sadly missed by his sisters Barbara and Margaret. Calvin was much loved by his family and friends. He was a fisherman, a pilot and a gifted musician who always brought people together through his music. During his life in St.Catharines, Cal was an active member of the community with involvement in the Lions Club of Port Dalhousie, the Imperial Veterans Club, and Branch 350 of the Royal Canadian Legion. He also enjoyed his time involved with the Glendale Yacht Club of the Grey Bruce area, where he was a founding member, and Commodore for 1 year. A special thanks to the positive and supportive staff and volunteers at Garden City Manor. Cal's family will receive visitors at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL CHAPEL , 585 Carlton St. on Tuesday March 29 from 2-4 and 7-9. A Funeral Service will be held in the chapel at 12:00p.m. on Wednesday March 30th with burial at Victoria Lawn Cemetery to follow. Memorial donations to the Port Dalhousie Lion's Club will be appreciated by Cal's family.