It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Chuck Calkin, on March 28, 2019 at the age of 80, at Southlake Hospital in Newmarket. Loving soul mate of Gloria of 56 years. Loving father of Kimberly. Devoted and loving papa to Talen and Kenzie. Chuck had a very active life. He had many hobbies including the love for birds, fish and woodworking in the winter season. In the summer you would see Chuck in the vegetable garden, and he also took pride in his flower gardens. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society in Chuck's memory.
When I’m Gone
When I come to the end of my journey
And I travel my last weary mile,
Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned
And remember only the smile.
Forget unkind words I have spoken;
Remember some good I have done,
Forget that I ever had heartache
And remember I’ve had loads of fun.
Forget that I have stumbled and blundered
And sometimes fell by the way.
Remember I have fought some hard battles
And won, ere the close of the day,
Then forget to grieve for my going,
I would not have you sad for a day,
But in summer just gather some flowers
And remember the place where I lay,
And come in the shade of evening
When the sun paints the sky in the west
Stand for a moment beside me
And remember only my best.
