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Claire Calvin Obituary

Claire Louise Calvin ISLE OF PALMS - Claire Louise Calvin, 77, of Isle of Palms, SC, left peacefully for heaven on April 22, 2016. She joins her sweet husband of 53 years for eternity. She was born on Thursday, July 21, 1938 in Columbus, IN to the late Mrs. Maxine Robertson Lambert and the late Mr. Donald Lambert. Claire was loved dearly by her family. She leaves behind her children, Cathy, John and Carrie; grandchildren, Sean, Brendan, Zachary and Claire; and special friends and family to cherish the memories of a woman who was beautiful inside and out. She was predeceased by her loving parents; her husband, Richard Calvin; and her granddaughter, Lindsay. A Celebration of her life will be held at the Church of Holy Cross, 2520 Middle St., Sullivan's Island, SC 29482 on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 1:00 PM. A reception will follow at the church. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at www.McAlister-Smith.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, MT PLEASANT CHAPEL, 1520 RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MT PLEASANT, SC (843) 884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2016.

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Joe & Melissa Burckle

April 27, 2016

Dear Carrie, Cathy, John, and family, We will cherish the memories of times we spent with Aunt Claire. She was a positive force in this world. We will always love her.
Joe, Melissa, Ruby, and Ben Burckel

April 26, 2016

To Claire's family,
We knew sweet Claire from an Isle of Palms exercise class. What a gracious, lovely lady. She is missed. All of you are in our prayers.
Fondly,
Al and Carol Dawson

William Ellixson

April 25, 2016

Cathy and family:

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. If you need anything, please let us know.

We tried to send flowers, but heard about it too late, and the online system wouldn't let us. But the thought is definitely there.
Bill, Marita and Kaye

Jessica Turner

April 24, 2016

Dear Aunt Claire, You were a wonderful person inside & out. You were always inviting and loving. A true gem & gift to all that knew you. I'm happy to know that you no longer have pain & Have been reunited with those you have lost. I pray & send my love to your wonderful loved ones you have left behind. You will be missed. Love Jessica.

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