James Harrison "Jim" Calvert
June 8, 1969 ~ November 1, 2009
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The family will receive friends for a visitation on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD where a memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM. Interment will be private.
James Harrison “Jim” Calvert, 40 of Lexington Park, MD and formerly of Burke, VA, died November 1, 2009 at his residence. Born June 8, 1969, in Fairfax County, VA he was the son of Jerome R. and Virginia C. Calvert of Greenville, SC and formerly of Burke, VA. He is also survived by his sisters, Katherine E. Calvert of Harrogate, England , Virginia D.C. Marchant and her husband Thomas of Greenville, SC and as well as his niece Carolina Davies Marchant, his nephew Thomas Spencer Marchant and his aunt Patti Lieblich of Alexandria, VA as well as numerous cousins. Jim graduated from W. Springfield High School, Springfield, VA in 1987 and from George Mason University where he obtained his degree in electrical engineering in 1991. He was a Department of the Navy landing systems engineer and was devoted to the mission of the Automatic Carrier Landing Systems Group with whom he worked at Patuxent River NAS. Jim was an avid walker and enjoyed reading and travel. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Thursday, November 5, 2009 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD where a memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) at www.jdrf.org.
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“The Greenville County Guardian ad Litem send our condolences to the family and friends of J.H. Jim Calvert. We are here for all of you upon your return to Greenville, call if we can be of any help. May God welcome “Jim” home with open hearts. Our prayers are with you”
“Jerry, Gidge and family, we feel your pain and pray for peace and understanding.”
“Dear Gidge and Jerry: I have absolutely no words that will ease what you are going through….I wish I knew how to offer the same wonderful support that you all once gave to me. Just know that all of you are in my prayers. All my love, Pat “
“My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim’s family. Jim started at ATC around the same time as I did and it is very hard to imagine ATC without him. God bless you all.”
“My sincere condolences to Jim’s family and friends. Jim was a fine man and I enjoyed working with him in the ATC division. My God bless you with the comfort only He can give as you grieve the loss of Jim.”
“My sincere condolences to your family. Our hearts at ATC are very heavy as this is a great shock and loss to our ATC family. Jim will be truly missed. “
“Dear Gidge, I was so sad to hear of your loss. I pray that God will comfort you with His presence at this time of sorrow. “
“Dear Gidge and Jerry, love and sympathy to your and your family.”
“Dear Jerry and family: I know this must be a painful experience for you. Children are supposed to outlive their parents. Our thoughts are with you. “
“You don’t know me but I was a good friend of your grandparents Jerry…Bob and Wilma Calvert. Many times they shared with my husband Bill, now deceased, and me the different things you all were involved in and always wished there wasn’t so many miles between you. We did get to know Woody and he was kind enough to send this on to me. I do know the heartache you’re having as our son died in 2003 at the age of 48 from a heart attack. ( Bill died that same year of lung cancer). Now both of them and your Jim are having fun with Grandpa and Grandma C in Heaven. I just wanted to add my prayers for you all to the many others being said on your behalf. It’s wonderful to know you have so many loving friends who are there for you. May He grant you comfort and may you have peace in your hearts in time to come. Sincerely, Harriett Eichmeyer”
“Gidge & Gerry, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with during this time of sorrow.”
“We offer our deepest sympathy. We love the Calverts very much and wish you all the best in your time of grief. We’re still in a state of shock and disbelief. Jim will be missed. “
“Dear Gidge, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. There can be no sadness more profound than losing one of your children. May God bless you and your family. I wish I could be with you tomorrow.”
“Our prayers are for Jim and his family at this distressing time. I met Jim when he first thought about working with the Automatic Carrier Landing system team and we were blessed that he chose to work with us. Jim was an outstanding employee always willing to do anything, go anywhere and put in the extra hours to get the job done. He will be missed. May the peace of Christ be with you all at this terrible time .”
“Our deepest sympathy to your whole family as you deal with this tragic loss. What could be more difficult that to lose a beloved son.”
“Dear Gidge and Jerry: I just can’t imagine losing a child. My heart is breaking for all of you. Know that you are in my prayers and that I will be with you in spirit over the next few days, holding you close. God’s blessing on all of you. I love you. Sarah Harrison”
“Wish I could be there to add some comfort but I know all of you are helping each other out through this very sad time. Love to the whole family and if we can be of help in any way, please let me know. May he rest in peace. Love, Penny and David”
“Dear Jerry and Family- I know you must be hurting, because to lose a parent is one thing, but to lose a child quite another. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love,”
“To all of the Calverts: We are sending your our most sincere condolences and are thinking of you during this difficult time. Love, Jenn, Tom, Jack & Ben Gross”
“Jerry & Gidge: What an enormous tragedy. Our very deepest sympathy to you both and to Gidgie & Katie. We love you; our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“My sincere condolences to the Calvert family and friends. Jim was a great American and very dedicated to helping the men and women of the U.S. Navy with the Automatic Carrier Landing System. Jim’s friendship and contributions will be dearly missed. May God bless your family in this trying time. “
“Dear Gidge and Jerry, Gidgie and Katie, Losing Jim at such a young age is hard to understand. We are sorry for your loss. I remember how much I enjoyed connecting with Jim when you lived in Virginia. I knew he was a very special young man. He will be remembered fondly. I’m thinking of you all. Love you all. “
“Gidge and Jerry, we are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God always remember and bless you. Dave and Sandy Crickette “
“Gidge and Jerry, Please know how much we are thinking about you during this time and praying that you will somehow find the strength to get through this. Our hearts ache for you and we just send you all our love, Sherry “
“I am so sorry to hear about Jim. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Kelly Moran Cella”
“Calvert Family, please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of such a great man. Jim was always willing to do anything at ATC and I have the upmost respect for him. “
“Gidge, I am heartbroken at hearing of Jim’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please reach out to me at any time. I am thinking of you.”
“We were deeply saddened on learning of Jim’s passing. Words are so inadequate when a child dies. Your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this terrible time. As time passes, may holding onto Jim’s love and cherishing the good times bring you comfort. “
“Dear Gidge, Jerry and family: Our hearts, love, prayers and condolences are with you. How proud you must be of Jim’s life and the work that he performed. Very likely he may have saved lives–what a beautiful legacy!”
“All of the Lammfam and Fossfam extend our deepest sympathy and prayers for all the Calvert Clan. We love you guys. I remember Jim laughing at me and Katie at the beach when we’d do something silly. Like when we were driving and were talking to Jim on the CB’s. We were in that huge traffic mess and we’d pull out into the turning lane so Jim could see us…he told us to stop it, and I’m sure he was shaking his head (-: Love love love, Steph”
“Gidge, Jerry – My thoughts are with you and your family today. We are here for you, if you need anything at all.”
“Words cannot express how deeply saddened I was to hear about Jim. The whole Calvert family is in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless”
“Our prayers are with you. I can’t imagine how your hearts are aching. Know that Jim is safely home in heaven. Wishing we could be there with you to help ease your pain. “
“Dear Uncle Jerry, Aunt Gidge, Gidgie, & Katie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Losing a loved family member is never an easy thing, and Jim was such a young man. I know this must be a difficult time, but you are all in my thoughts. I thank you for your support last year during the loss of my mom. May you always hold Jim deep in your hearts.”
“Katie, I am deeply saddened to hear that your brother, Jim, has passed. My thoughts are with you and your family for your loss. Love, “
“Dear Calverts – my thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor to know Jim growing up as neighbors. “
“One never expects to lose a child. You do so much to strengthen others. I pray you will find inner peace. My heart goes out to you with love and prayers. Carol “
“Gidge, I am overwhelmed with sadness to hear this news — his life was important to so many– what a great young man. Thinking of you and your family, Nancy Missana”
“Jerry and Gidge and family: Sarah, Campbell, Shields and I have been thinking of you. My boys were so interested to learn about Jim’s great life and his great work on air craft landing. We love you and hope to see you soon. Love, Scott and Sarah”