Gene Calvert
November 02, 1937 - June 13, 2022
Obituary
Gene P. Calvert, age 84, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on June 13, 2022, at home with his family. Gene was born on November 2, 1937, to Hubert and Melba Calvert in a log cabin in Scottsville, Kentucky. After graduating from Washington High School in Indianapolis in 1955, he went on to marry the love of his life, Karen Sue Davis in 1959. He had a successful career at Collins Oldsmobile prior to the opening of Calvert Motors in Danville, Indiana, and in Avon, Indiana. Gene finished his career at Kesler Schaefer Auto Auction in 2016. Gene enjoyed playing golf, blackjack, and traveling to Aruba. He was known for his “coaching from the couch” during Colts and Pacers games. He was a member of the Speedway Masonic Lodge and was a 32nd degree Mason. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Joni Walker, and is survived by his wife of 62 years, Karen Calvert, daughters: Gina (Joel Frockt) Calvert, Julie (Mike) Watts, Becky (Mike) Boyle, son-in-law: Allen Duncan, grandchildren: Kris (Haley) Walker, Victoria (Mike) Poe, Jacob Volbers, Andrea Watts, Rachel Watts, Riley Watts, Anthony Watts and great-grandchildren: Jordan, Emma and Addyson Poe, Sophie Jae Hughes, Saige Lennon Poe, Ellie Ruben, Henry Ruben and many cousins, great nieces and nephews. A special thank you to the staff at Franciscan Hospice Care: specifically nurse Liz and aide Nicole who took such wonderful care of Gene and to Home Instead for providing great additional care. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 16 from 5pm to 7:45pm with a Masonic Service starting at 7:45pm at Stevens Mortuary, 5520 West 10 th Street, Indianapolis. Funeral service will be at 11am on Friday, June 17 following a 10am visitation opportunity. Burial will be at Lincoln Memory Gardens in Zionsville, Indiana. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lupus Foundation of America-Indiana Chapter.
Events
There are no events for Gene yet.
Photos
No photos of Gene have been shared yet.
Memories
LW
Lisa Wallace
Other •
Gene was my second dad, I’ve been an “adopted” member of the family for 45 years. I’ve never met a nicer man. Gene always had a smile on his face and a kind word. I’ll always remember his smile and his laugh. My sincerest condolences to the Calvert family.
SK
Steve Kesler
Other •
Sending our thoughts and prayers to the Calvert Family. Gene was a valued customer for many years. We were so glad he joined our team when he retired from the car business. Gene always had a smile and a good word to share with our people here...just a great guy!
Kesler Schaefer Auto Auction
TS
Tori Shaw
Other •
Gene was such a dear, dear man and will be missed by everyone that knew him. I have never seen a love as strong and yet tender in a married couple as I have with Gene and Karen. They are an inspiration to all that are fortunate enough to know them. There is no doubt that even with Gene’s passing, this love will continue. This love shows in the faces of his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers are with you all❤️
CE
Charmus Emanuel
Other •
Karen I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Gene. We always enjoyed seeing and visiting with you both when we attended Ben Davis Christian Church. May God surround you with peach and comfort during this time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Charmus and Donna Emanuel
MH
Margaret Ann Hillan
Other •
Karen - We haven't seen you or Gene since before you had children. I loved looking at all the pictures -- they prove what a wonderful life both of you enjoyed. Bob and I have talked about you often. We were just dating when we came to your home, and tomorrow we'll celebrate our 60th Wedding Anniversary.
God certainly blessed you with a beautiful family, and I loved to see all the smiles. We have ten children, 32 grandchildren, and seven great-grandbabies so far. Bob is in an assisted-living apartment at St. Paul's Hermitage in Beech Grove.
Treasure the memories - you have a beautiful smile, and I'm sure Gene would want that to continue. May God bless you and your handsome family.
RT
Robin and Lynn Thompson
Other •
To Karen and your family, especially Kris, we are sad to hear about Gene's passing. He was a vibrant and unforgettable person in all our lives. We'll always remember our wonderful across-the-street visits on good ol' Lockerbie. Best of wishes for all of you as you say "See ya later". Robin and Lynn, Lakeland, Florida.