"Calvin we all miss you around here you smile and wearing your black dragon hat sometimes in defiance of the formation uniform. We will honor you the best we can knowing that nothing we do will replace you however your spirit will never die."
In loving memory of
Calvin J. Michalak
January 21, 2014
Calvin J. Michalak, age 22, of 3435 South Glendale Dr., Quincy, died Tuesday, January 21, 2014, at 1:00 pm in Ellsworth, Kansas.
Calvin was born April 7, 1991 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Michael A. and Carol A. Toumbs Michalak.
Calvin attended Unity High School in the class of 2010, the same year in which he received his GED. He attended Lincoln Technical Institute, where he studied auto body collision repair.
Calvin was currently serving in the United States Army, stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. He was previously stationed in Baumholder, Germany. He had such a big heart that he always worried about and took care of others before himself. Calvin was a person who truly lived his life. No matter what the circumstances: love, family, friends, play, work, and especially in service to his country, he was always "all in".
Survivors include: his parents; a sister, Alissa R. (Micheal "Butch" Burbridge) Michalak of Griggsville, IL; a brother, Seth C. (Melissa) Michalak of Beaverton, OR; his grandmother, Patricia A. Motyka of Brooklyn, MI; his grandfather, Robert E. Michalak of Tecumseh, MI; his grandfather, Ronald A. Motyka of Manchester, MI; his girlfriend, Ashley Porter of Payson, IL; three uncles: John A. (Sandy) Toumbs of Montrose, CO; Donald C. (Sheri) Toumbs of Mt. Sterling, IL; and Richard Peterman of Rushville, IL; three aunts: Beth M. Michalak of Schertz, TX; Lisa Motyka (Jim) Thrall of Palm Coast, FL; and Deborah Motyka (Mike) Iott of China; a niece, Nadine N. Burbridge of Griggsville, IL; and a nephew, Domanik Michalak of Beaverton, OR.
Calvin was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald C . and Maryann Toumbs, and an aunt, Kathleen E. Toumbs Peterman.
Services: 9:30 am Friday, January 31, 2014 at Columbus Road Baptist Church, with Rev. Bob Cowman officiating.
Burial: Sunset Cemetery at The Illinois Veterans' Home, Quincy, Illinois, with Full Military Honors provided by Ft. Leonard Wood.
Visitation: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thursday January 30, 2014 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: Wounded Warrior Project
www.hansenspear.com
Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"CPT Bronkema and I want to leave our condolences to Calvin's family. We were his Company Commander and 1SG in until Aug 13, at Ft. Riley. It was an honor and a privilege to serve with him. His devotion to the Black Dragons and his peers was second to none. I will never forget him, as he was someone whose personality was infectious. He made me laugh almost on a daily basis. He is missed."
"I was saddened to hear of Calvin's passing. He was a very kind and thoughtful young man, whom I had the pleasure of knowing, through TPS. I taught History and Government and always remember him and Cory Koehler coming into class, usually late, but none the less, showing up. He was a very bright young man and I was proud have to known him. My deepest sympathy to you, his family, at this time of sorrow."
"You were my cousin I never met god bless you and may you rest in peace"
"Calvin, I did not now you very well. But Wanted you to know I am very proud of you and thank you for serving our country. Love you. Tina and Roy McCollough"
"I knew Calvin for a few years. And in that time I had many conversations with him regarding life, work, family and in those moments I learned that he had a very big heart, and would do anything for his family or friends. My condolences and prayers go out to his family and I know we will see him again some day. May he Rest In Peace."
"Dear Calvin, I did not know you well, actually only met you once. But thru my niece Ashley, i felt as if i have known you a lifetime. You treated her like a princess and always made sure she was happy. What a wonderful person, a heart of gold. You will be missed Calvin, very much so. My prayers and deepest thoughts are with your family and of course, Ashley. Love, Aunt Staci"
"I am so very sorry for your loss. Ashley is my granddaughter and although I never got to meet Calvin, I know he was a very special young man and I know they loved each other very much. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, may you find peace and comfort during this very trying time."
"We are so sorry for your loss, we loved Calvin very much and was so happy to have him in our lives and family. He will be greatly missed by all of us."
"I met Calvin and no one meets by accident at my fiancée., Kevin Douglass house, that is Kaleb Douglass father. He was a fine young man, with a good since of humor. We were all so sad to hear of his passing. May the memories and family, friends get you through this time. God will be there by your side many prayers."
"I am just hearing of Calvins passing. My heart goes out to you. I am extremely and deeply sorry. Calvin, we will never understand why things happen the way they happen, but I also know you are with Grandpa, Grandma and my Mom, three angels that will always be looking after you. RIP Calvin"
"My wonderful son, Calvin how I miss you. Mom left the porch light on for you. All my love forever and always. Mom"