Calvin Ross Durbin

It is with great sadness that the family of Calvin Ross Durbin announce his passing. Surrounded with family by his side, Cal passed unexpectedly and peacefully on, Sep. 20,2018 at Riverside Health Care in Fort Frances, Ont. at the age of 58.

Born in Fort Frances to Waldo and Loretta on February 3,1960, Cal was one of eight children.

Cal leaves behind his love and partner of 9 years, Vicky Perrault, also of Fort Frances.

Also left to grieve are his children: Jeremy (Sarah), Nakita, Jacob, Kristine(James) and Ben. Cal had three grandchildren whom he loved to make smile, Julie and Carter and Halle,the light of his life.

Along with siblings: Valerie, Len (Annie), Susan (Don), Gary (Lori), Tim (Wanda), Donna (Kirby), and predeceased by his brother John. Cal's many nieces and nephews will be holding on to fond memories.

Employed by Herrem Woodworkers and G. D. Construction, Cal, was able to work doing what he loved the most, Carpentry.

In his spare time, Cal's passion of woodworking kept him busy. He had a gift, that allowed him to transform a raw piece of wood into beautiful pieces of art, effortlessly. Also, keeping Cal busy was his garden.

Service for Cal will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 5:00 pm at Green Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the home of Cal and Vicky, 911 smith ave.

Honorary Pallbearers; Troy McRitchie, Chaz Perrault, Dustin Durbin, Kirby Ewald, Allan Larocque, Don Bodnarchuk, James Marengere, Benjamin Bruyere, Len Durbin, Tim Durbin and Gary Durbin.

Cal was a cancer survivor of 8 years.

If friends and family so wish, donations in Cal's memory can be made to the Tamarack House, Thunder Bay

Online condolences may be made in in care of www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com.