Jerry A. Calvin

Don’t

~Expressions of Gratitude ~

We

I turned my back and left it all

I could not stay another day,

To laugh, to love, to work or play

Tasks left undone must stay that way,

I’ve found that peace at the close of day

If my parting has left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joy

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,

Ah yes, these things I too will miss

Be not burdened with times of sorrow,

I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow

My life’s been full, I’ve savored much, Good friends, good times, my loved one’s touch

If my time seemed all too brief,

Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief

Lift up your heart, rejoice with me,

God wanted me now, He set me free.

“I’m Free”

Reflections Reflections of Life

J

erry Arnett Calvin was born on December 8, 1952, in Memphis, TN, to the late Willie B. Calvin, Sr., and Vassie D. Calvin-Jones. He was united in holy matrimony to Linda Harris on February 23, 1973, and two daughters were born to this union.

Jerry Calvin attended Carver High School, where he stood out amongst his peers, nicknamed “JC,” and voted Mr. Personality Plus his senior year. After high school, Jerry served in the United States Army. In 1974 he attended State Technical Institute at Memphis and studied Accounting and Data Processing.

Jerry Calvin spent his professional career at the United States Postal Service. He retired as a manager after 35 years of service and put all of his focus and energy into his true passion - Music. Jerry was a talented music vocalist, producer, composer, and arranger. He was the founder and CEO of Just Cool Records.

Jerry Calvin left his earthly body to be in the presence of the Lord on May 25, 2023. His wife preceded him in death on December 4, 1997. His granddaughter, Austria Johnson, and his sister, Regina Calvin, preceded him in death. His brother, Glenith Calvin, Sr., joined him and the Lord only four days after him.

He leaves to cherish his memories his two daughters, Sherry Calvin of Alexandria, VA, and Lori Calvin Johnson (Chris) of Memphis, TN, and six grandchildren, LaDarius Anthony, Myron Henderson, Jr., Chris Johnson, Jr., Tyler Johnson, Matthew Johnson, and Lauryn Johnson.

Jerry also leaves behind three brothers, Willie B. Calvin, Jr. of Richmond, VA, Deljuan Calvin and Steven Calvin of Memphis, TN, one sister, Bennie Caldwell of Chicago, IL, and a host of family and friends.

“We will always love you and never forget you.”

Order of Celebration

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

11:00 A.M. Harrison’s

3320 Millbranch Road

Memphis, Tennessee 38116

Processional

Scripture Readings: Old & New Testament......................................Pastor Percy Hunter

Prayer of Comfort........................................................Pastor Percy Hunter

Musical Selection.....................................................Pastor Steevon Hunter

Expressions of Love

(Respectfully, Two Minutes, Please)

Ron Mitchell

Torey Mitchell

Musical Selection.....................................................Pastor Steevon Hunter

Eulogy.........................................................................Pastor Percy Hunter

Recessional

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Psalms 23