Butcher: Calvin Redvers,
February 17, 1949 – April 17, 2016
Our Dearest Calvin passed away on Sunday April 17, 2016 at 9:42am at Matthews House Hospice Alliston. He passed peacefully with his family by his side as always. We honour a dear husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Calvin fought the battle of pancreatic cancer with such courage. He is the beloved husband of Yvonne Butcher. Loving father of Craig (Susan), Stuart (Kristen Haire), and Kyle (Erika). Dear grandfather of Ethan, Rachel, Jacob, and Alexis. He will be sadly missed by his sister-in law Maureen Canclini (Giovanni), his extended family and many friends.
He had angels with him along his journey through our family friends in the community, and those at Southlake Hospital- Stronach Regional Cancer Centre Newmarket and at Matthews House Hospice Alliston. His care was second to none. The love, compassion and dedication from each of our special nurses and doctors is treasured by our family. Thank-you to the palliative team who stood by our side both day and night, and for Dr. Nishikawa’s kindness to the very end of life.
The Family will receive friends at Rod Abrams Funeral Home 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Wednesday April 20, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel on Thursday April 21, 2016 at 2pm.
As Calvin requested, for those who wish, donations only are requested for Matthews House Hospice or the Stronach Cancer Care Centre. And if available please join our family on May 1st for the walk for the Hospice.
www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Ronnie and Angie Wells says
Dear Yvonne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
love
Ronnie and Angie xx
(It was lovely to see you and Calvin last June)
Jack & Rosie Allingham says
We wish to convey our condolences to you Yvonne and everyone in the family. Cal was always fun to be around and had a special spark for life, he will be missed. Our love to you all.
Jeannette & Jim Ferrie says
Dear Yvonne & Family, Cal will be missed tremendously by all who were lucky enough to know him. RIP “MY PAL CAL”. XOXO
Kelby Jones says
Cal was a very special person and he was one of the odd few who knew how to brighten the mood in any situation. It’s a shame to have to say goodbye so soon but he will always be in our hearts and our thoughts. I’m extremely grateful to have so many great memories with Yvonne and Calvin. And I often look back at the multiple times when Yvonne, my brother, and I would wait for him to get home from work, we were so excited we would run to meet him in the garage before he even got the chance to get out of his car! I truly miss those days. Much love to Yvonne and the family.
Pat boland says
So sorry for your loss Yvonne my heart goes out for you and your family .
Jen and Bryan Kennett says
Dear Yvonne, Craig, Stuart, Kyle, Erica, Susan, Kristen, Ethan, Rachel, Jacob and Alexis,
We have been so blessed getting to know all of you over the past three years. You are an incredible family and it has been an absolute joy watching you all live life to the fullest and enjoy every moment. Cal invited us over for dinner on the first day we moved in next door, and you all accepted us like we were part of your extended family. We will be forever grateful for your kindness and acceptance.
After yesterday’s amazing tributes, we only wish we had met Cal many, many, years ago. We will hold our memories of Cal in our hearts and minds every day, and we pray that the pain of losing him will get a tiny bit easier; as you continue to tell stories and share all the amazing things he did to improve the lives of those he loved.
Love the Kennett’s
William Beck says
Sincerest condolences to the Butcher and extended family. A great soccer coach to myself and wonderful man to my family and many others.
Peggy & Bob Andrews says
We will fondly remember Cal, a man of great conviction, quiet dignity, tremendous courage and strength and unfailing humour. Our world is a little less bright with his passing. Our sincere condolences Yvonne and family.
Eleanor Chapple says
My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Barbara and Brian Spooner says
Dear Yvonne and Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all.
All our Love,
Barbara and Brian
Ken & Bonnie Pratt says
Yvonne and family, we are sorry to learn of Cal’s passing. Always enjoyed chatting with him at the store. He was so proud of you and your family and his airport adventures. God certainly has a great wingman on his side, the angels will never fly higher.
Stan Wilson says
My condolences to you and your family Yvonne.
Jo-Hannah Hewitt & Family says
Yvonne and family
Our sincere condolences on your loss. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
Debbie Morrison says
Yvonne and family, My condolences on your loss. Cal had a great smile. It lit up his face and you just had to smile back. Cal loved his wife, his family, his chocolate, and his games, tennis, soccer, badminton, lawn bowling, bridge and many more. He was an athlete and more importantly a good sport. He will be missed. Take care.
Sarah and Richard says
We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. We are so glad to see all of the support from family and friends. We will always remember Cal’s smile and caring nature. And his superbowl chili, can’t forget the chili. He will be greatly missed.
Love,
Sarah and Richard
Lauren Baycroft says
Craig and Family,
Sending you our heartfelt condolences. Thinking of you all at this time.
Jason and Lauren Baycroft
John Berry says
Gone so quickly. My deepest sympathy to you Yves and all the family. As many have said, Cal was a larger than life character with a ready smile and laugh. He will be missed. Praying for a special peace to envelope you and comfort you in your grieving.
Em, Sean and the girls says
Dearest Yves, Craig, Stuart and Kyle. I will remember Cal as living life to the full, turkeys in the garage at Christmas and battling everything head on. I will miss you Uncle Cal, even though we were across the seas. You have such a close family. May you rest in peace. Myrtle and Avron also send their love to you Yves and they so enjoyed the stories and laughes they shared with you when you were over. lots of love x
Derrick Dougherty says
To Cal’s Family, Please accept my Deepest Condolences; Cal will be missed by all. May your memories give you peace and comfort.
Ron Mayer says
I worked with Cal for many years. He will be surely missed. My sincere condolences to the family.
Graham, Cindy Jones and Family says
It is with great sadness to hear of Cal’s passing. His infectious smile and accent will be missed.
Cal was always a joy to be around and always interested in what the kids were doing. You have stole a place in our hearts forever, rest in peace.
Mark Whitrod says
Yvonne
It was an honour to have known Calvin and to have shared some wonderful times with him. A golfing pal who lived life to the fullest. My deepest sympathies.
Paola Cranley says
My condolences to all of you. My prayers are with you.
Lol & Joanne Hodgson says
Deepest Sympathy to the Butcher Family
Harold DeBonte says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Butcher family. Rest in peace Cal.
Chris Brennen and Family says
Craig, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
“What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us.”-Helen Keller
Deanna Belanger says
Dearest Yvonne,
It was a pleasure having had the opportunity to meet both you and Cal this past summer. I know his joy for life and his love for you and his family will forever remain. Goodbyes are not forever, simply I’ll miss you. Until we meet again.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
Michael & Leta Larkin says
So sorry to hear about your loss Craig. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Richard Hill says
Cal will be missed. His humour, kind nature and caring for his fellow human being.
Cal alway brought a positive spirit to his friends an co- workers.
His solution driven thinking came with many creative ideas.
Cal’s compassion for fellow human beings always stood at the forefront.
To Cal my friend, we will meet again in the future.
May peace be in your heart.
Rick
Sophie & Michael Demianiuk says
Dear Yvonne & family;
No wonder you have not been to badminton lately. I had no idea Cal was this sick. He was a great soccer coach to our boys, in the day & he will be fondly remembered by us & our boys.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Nicole Breton says
Cal’s wit and charm will be greatly missed. Thoughts with the whole family.
John Hakner says
My sincere condolences and thoughts are with you all on learning of Cal’s death. A “larger than life” character with whom I shared many stories, and learned many details, of aviation, airplanes and even golf shots!
Lee & Tim Doyle says
I am so sorry to hear of Cal’s passing. The whole family is in my thoughts & prayers.
Yvon & Debbie Hache says
Our sincerest sympathy, Yvonne and family. When I think back about Cal all I can see is his smile and hear his laugh. I cannot imagine anyone who has ever met him ever forgetting him. I admired his professionalism, his love of aviation, his love of life and his love of family. He will be missed by all who knew him. Safe travels Cal.
Lucy, Nathan and Darren says
To Yves, Craig, Stuart and Kyle,
Thinking of you all…………..
What the caterpillar perceives as the end….The butterfly sees as the beginning.
Lucy, Nathan, Darren and Joshua xxxx
Big Sister, Lou says
If I should go before the rest of you, break not a flower,
or inscribe in stone.
Nor when I am gone, speak in a Sunday voice, but be the usual selves that I have known.
Weep if you must,
parting is hell, but life goes on….So sing as well.
Your big Sister, Lou x
Keli Polsinelli/Avantgarde Hair says
Dear Yvonne and Family
It is with heartfelt sadness I learned
of Cal’s passing.
I have been cutting his hair for 20 years and always looked forward to
his visits. It was always a fun experience, not only would we be laughing, he had the whole shop in
stitches.
I pray you find some peace in this very difficult time. I know I will miss him.
Doug Caldwell says
I worked with Cal for many years. I had the pleasure of tipping a pint with him at more global locations than I count. Treasured memories that are filled with Cal’s wonderful sense of humor, tons of laughs and that ever present smile. My deepest condolences to his family.
Val & Steve says
Our deepest sympahy, Yvonne and the Butcher family.in that passing of a great Husband and Father, who will be missed by all his friends as well as family. We had not known Cal many years, but in that short time, came to admire and love a man with a great sense of humour who was always a pleasure to be with. He will always have a place in all our hearts. Our thoughts and love are with you.
Oksana Mirtchevskaia says
Dear Yvonne and Family,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. He be in my hard always, he was a wonderful man had a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
George Raso says
My deepest condolences to Cal’s family, during this time of sorrow. God Bless.
Luis Gonzalez says
My deepest sympathy to the family, may GOD give you all the wisdom to accept his departure.
It is hard to see how soon Cal departed after his retirement. Cal was a person who loves to share his knowledge among others and always willing to go the extra step to make things works.
Cal, you will be missed.
Sharon Duggan&Peter Shmagola says
To the Butcher Family:
We are so honoured to have met your wonderful father, husband and grandfather at BBQ’s at Brad’s. May good memories get you through this difficult time. Stuart–we are out of town presently but our thoughts are with you…stay strong. Sharon&Peter
Chris Alderson says
Dear Yvonne,
I only recently heard about Cal’s condition and I am very saddened today to hear of his passing.
In the 20 years I had the privilege of knowing Cal both at work in & around the industry, as well as a few precious times on the course or a patio on a beautiful sunny day at some event. He is one of those rare people that leaves a lifelong impression on your life that inspired and taught at the same time. From his Aviation knowledge he shared, to his big and loud outlook on life, to his great sense of humor, to those whom knew him enough as a real life big walking “Teddy Bear”.
The picture posted here says it all in that Big Cal Smile, and he will be greatly missed by more than he would ever realize.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marc Marleau says
My deepest condolences for your loss. I had the privileged of meeting and knowing Cal while at Porter. In the very short time that I knew him his humor and ease for life was ever apparent as was his first priority, family. May the peace and grace of God find it’s way to you and your family.
Precision Aero Components says
To Yvonne and family,
Sending our deepest condolences to all of you. May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish.
From everyone at Precision Aero Components
Jen and Pete(U.K.) says
We were so sorry to hear of Cal’s passing, our thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. It was a pleasure to have known such a lovely person.
Pauline and Daniel burri says
Yvonne and family. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Calvin.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you..
Margaret and Fred Salmon says
Dear Yvonne & family,
Please accept our deepest condolences.
Krista & Jackson says
Sometimes the best and most beautiful aspects of this world can no longer be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.
Wishing you strength for today and hope for tomorrow.
All our love, Krista & Jackson.
Les and Sue Smith says
So hard to write through the tears for you all. May you find comfort and peace in God’s arms. Yvonne…you are an amazing lady and have touched my life in many ways. Your husband must have been a special man. Sending love and hugs.
Mike and Kim Day says
We are so sorry to hear of Calvins passing. Kim and I extend our heart felt condolences to the Butcher family. I worked with Cal for many years, sharing our experiences and supporting each other in the office and in the field. Cal will be greatly missed.
David and Eileen Barton says
So sorry to hear about Cal we are sending you and your family our deepest condolences
May he rest in peace
Love Dave and Eileen xx
Maggie Daw says
Dearest Yvonne and all your family i’m so very very sorry to have such sad news of Cal, and my heart goes out to you at this sad time. You will have many happy memories of all the wonderful times to remember which will comfort you foreever. He was such a super man, so helpful and kind and full of fun.
with all my love and sincere sympathy
Margaret Daw xxxx
Kalev & Catherine Rauk says
May your memories bring you comfort at this very difficult time. Love and prayers.
honorwilson says
Dear yvonne soo very sorry to hear about cal my sincere condolances to you and your family much love honor
Wayne & Liz Butler says
Dear Yvonne and family
We were so sorry to hear of Cal’s passing. I was not aware of his illness and am sorry I didn’t have a chance to visit him. I always enjoyed talking with Cal and sharing a joke with him at bowling in the short time I knew him. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.
Liz and Wayne Butler
Barb & Norm Ortofsky says
Yvonne, Craig, Stuart, Kyle and family. Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Cal. He was a great guy and he will be missed.
Patricia & Wayne Broughton says
Dear Yvonne and Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss of a great husband and father. You have all been in our prayers the last few weeks and months and we continue to pray that your faith will sustain you during this most difficult time.
We had hoped to make it up for the funeral however, we are in the midst of moving furniture and closing on the house 2nd May. We were trying to find a way to work the dates but find we just can’t make it work. We hope to be up around July and visit with you then. All our love goes out to the whole family.
Colleen and Dave Moore says
So very sorry for your loss. We only meet your dad a few times over the last few years at the boys sporting events. He seemed so proud! Find strength in family and friends, enjoy the memories and laugh about the good times over the next several days. Thinking about all of you.
The Moore Family
Evelyn Wadden says
Our deepest Condolences to you and your family,Andrew,brad and Evelyn Wadden.
Ginny & Ivor Cathcart says
Dear Yvonne and family. We are so very sorry for the loss of Cal.Please know that we are holding you all in our hearts and in our prayers.
Bill and Eilish Boston says
Dear Yvonne and Family: We are very sorry to hear of Cal’s passing and send you our sincere condolences.
Linda & Alan Jones says
Dear Yvonne & Family, our deepest sympathy for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.Cal was a great man.
With much love
Linda & Alan
Kenny and the Porter Airlines Team says
Cal was not only a funny and generous man, but also a wealth of knowledge. We are all fortunate here to have spent time with him. He will be missed.
Kevin Boston says
Every since we were kids, Cal would always make us laugh and allowed us to goof around in their basement, watch movies and just have fun. Good times. Thanks Cal.
Our thoughts are with the Butcher family.
Cheryl and Kevin
Mary Ashwood says
Dear Yvonne and Family, my deepest condolences for the loss of your deal Cal. I feel fortunate in the short time I knew Cal to have experienced the company of this funny, caring, humble, witty and wonderful man. He was also a great storyteller. I will miss him.
Maggie MacMurchy and family says
You are all in our thoughts during this very difficult time. We are so very sorry for your loss xo
Barry & Marie-Anne Walker says
Yvonne & family,May you find comfort in warm memories and in knowing others sympathize and care.
Kim and Brian Brett says
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We will always remember the mischievous grin, the wonderful sense of humour and of course the stories Cal would tell. He made us all laugh. We admired his determination and courage. We will miss him greatly.
Maria Deros says
Dearest Yvonne; My heart does truly go out to you, love. Keep your fondest/happiest memories of Cal in your heart.
These you will share and treasure as you move forward in life.
Bill & Sandy Clark says
Yvonne and Family, We wish to express our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda and Jerry Jackson says
Linda and I wish to express our deepest sympathy. I knew Cal well for 35 years and I think back to all those situations we managed to get into and survived by having each other’s back, Cal you will be missed
roger and barb savoie says
Out deepest sympathy to all the family
Steven and Jennifer Battams says
Our sincere and deepest condolences. May you find comfort and solace in the memories you shared and with surrounding loved ones.
Bob & Loretta Candy says
Our deepest sympathy to all the family.Cal was a wonderful man with a great sense of homour and we will miss him. Our prayers are with you. Bob & Loretta Candy
JD Aero Technical Inc. says
To Yvonne and family – Our deepest sympathy and condolences from all at JD Aero Technical. Cal was a great Friend, customer and advocate, he will be greatly missed by all. Our thoughts, support and prayers will be with you and your family.
From All the JD Aero Team in Sault Ste Marie.
Andre & Nadine Gauthier says
We would like send our sincere condolences to your and your family.Your wonderful memories will help comfort you in these tough times .I remember Cal had a great sense of humour.
Charlene Fry says
Dear Yvonne and family: Our condolences to you all during this very difficult time. Charlene and Alan Fry
Diane & Sid Haynes says
Dear Yvonne – our condolences to you and your family at this sad time.
Lori Molloy says
Yvonne and Family,
I worked with Cal for over 20 years and shared a wonderful friendship. I was blessed to have known Cal and I will miss him deeply. Sending you my deepest condolences and I will be thinking of you during this time of such loss and sadness. Lori Molloy
Diane Erlingher says
Sending you deepest sympathy – you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Calvin is now at peace with no pain. Remember the happy times; remember the jokes and stories he told; remember that great rumbling laugh. He will live on in all of our memories.
Love Diane and family
Martina Keogh says
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of a beloved husband, father and grandfather. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
kris daniels says
when some one you love dies you never quite get over it, you just learn to slowly go on with out them, but always keeping them tucked safely with in your heart. we will be thinking of you all at this sad time with love kris pete and family
Elaine and David Cooper says
Dear Yvonne and Family…. We send you our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dearest Cal. May the memories of a wonderful man and happy times shared be a balm to soothe your grieving hearts.
Elias lafazanos says
Cal was a humble caring man he will be missed but all people rest in peace
Robert & Irene Foster says
Cal was such a nice man with a great sense of humour. We will miss him very much at the Beeton Lawn Bowling Club. We are so glad that we saw him just a few weeks ago.
Pat and Wayne Callan says
Dear Yvonne and Family….We thought so highly of Cal and admired his strength, sense of humour and determination as he fought this dreadful disease to the end. We both wish we had known him longer and would have enjoyed good times with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Pat and Wayne