Calvin Grant Choate, age 64, passed away on Sunday, October 14, 2018. He was born on June 25, 1954 in Birch Run to parents Leslie and Betty (Carr) Choate. He was an avid football fan and loved watching the Detroit Lions and U of M. Calvin is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Felicia Choate; children: Sabrina Choate, Calvin (Melissa) Choate, Jr., Valerie Choate, Thomas (Judy) Frost, Nicholas (Julie) Choate, and Bessie (Amanda) Choate; 15 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; mother of four out of six of his children, Gail Choate; good friend, Marty Whiteaker; 4 brothers; 3 sisters; lots of friends, nieces, and nephews. As were his wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.