Calbert was born to Albert and Jane Simpson, May 1, 1931, in St. Elizabeth Jamaica, West Indies. He attended Ballard’s Valley Elementary and Lititz High School. Calbert received his Theological Diploma from Union Theological College in Kingston, Jamaica in 1959. He also received his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting in 1976 from Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn, New York.
He married Frances Joyce Campbell on September 8, 1962. They lived in several parishes in Jamaica before migrating to the United States where they made Brooklyn, New York their home. They lived in Brooklyn surrounded by family for many years and eventually purchased a home in Laurelton, New York. They enjoyed this home for over 15 years and relocated to Missouri City, Texas where they spent their final years.
He is survived by: His sisters, Golden and Emlah; and sisters-in-law: Pearl, Avis, Mercel, and Ruth. Calbert had no biological children; however, he leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, and several godchildren to cherish his memory.
He was preceded in death by wife, Frances; brothers: Cecil aka "Doctor", Vivian, Dudley and Stanley; and sisters: Vera and Elda.
Calbert was an Ordained Minister in the Moravian Church. After relocating to the United States, he worked as an Accounting Manager for various financial institutions for 20 years until his retirement. He continued his ecumenical pursuits at the United Moravian Church in Harlem, New York as an Associate Pastor. He enjoyed music, reading, swimming and games. He was also involved in soliciting donations for the National Cancer Society.
A funeral service is scheduled for Friday, July 3rd, 1:00 pm at Forest Park at Lawndale, 6900 Lawndale St. Houston, Texas 77023. Rev. David Northcutt of Southminster Presbyterian Church will officiate the ceremony. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, you may make a contribution payable to one of the following churches in Jamaica, West Indies in honor of Rev. Calbert Simpson:
• Bethany Moravian Church
• Carisbrook Moravian Church
• Lititz Moravian Church
• Ballard’s Valley Moravian Church
Please forward your contributions to:
Dr. Milton Thomas
3610 Parkside Drive
Pearland, Texas 77584
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