September 23, 1961 ~ August 6, 2021
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Calvin Gordon Hirst, aged 59 of Lac du Bonnet, MB, on Friday, August 6th, 2021. Calvin is survived by his partner Georgia Valentonis, and by his son Dane Hirst. He also leaves his mother, Blythe Hirst, brother Grant Hirst (Kathy), sister Shannon Worona (Randy), nephews Austin Eronen-Hirst, Nicholas Eronen-Hirst, Anthony Worona (Allison and their children Grace and Henry) and his niece Alia Lodge (Bryce and their children Bowen and Isla). Calvin is also survived by stepson Logan Milne, stepdaughter Marina Milne, many close friends, and a large extended family. He was predeceased by his father Glen in 2009.
Calvin was born in Beausejour on September 23, 1961, and grew up in Lac du Bonnet, where he continued to reside for most of his life. He trained to become an electrician and was first employed by Sunrise Electric (Kurt Behrendt), and then Urban Electric. Calvin later worked at both Tanco and Manitoba Hydro. He retired in early 2020 and enjoyed a quiet but short period of retirement at home with Georgia and their dog Oscar, before being diagnosed with multiple myeloma in July of 2020.
Everyone knew that Calvin’s greatest pride and joy was his son Dane. Calvin and Sheri’s priority was Dane’s well-being and their co-parenting through the years is a testament to the grounded young man Dane has become today. Nothing made Calvin’s eyes light up more than being asked about his son.
Calvin enjoyed playing and watching a variety of sports throughout his life, especially hockey. He coached Dane’s hockey teams for several years. He was very mechanically inclined and believed that any job worth doing was worth doing well. He could fix almost anything and enjoyed the challenge of figuring things out. He referred to himself as a ‘homebody’, and all that were close to him knew he was happy with a relatively simple life. Calvin enjoyed visiting and he was a loyal and helpful friend to many. He was honourable, reliable, direct and had a great sense of humour.
Calvin also had a great interest in classic cars. For over 30 years, he owned a 1971 Torino GT convertible, which he spent much time working on and driving. It was Calvin’s wish for his son Dane to continue to enjoy the convertible for many years to come.
Calvin’s family wishes to thank the staff at Cancer Care HSC and Cancer Care Pinawa. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Calvin’s name to cancer research or to the LdB Arena.
Cremation has taken place and there will be a family interment at a later date. As per Calvin’s wishes, there will be no formal service.
“Grief is the price we pay for love”.
“We hold you close within our hearts, and there you will remain. To walk with us throughout our lives, until we meet again.”
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bonita
Dear family and friends of Calvin, So very saddened to hear of Calvin’s passing so young, Calvin was a good man and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rest in Peace Calvin, love Aunty Bonita
Natalie Solomon-Easton
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Calvin. May he Rest in Paradise.
Clint Bruchanski
My condolences to the family.
He will be missed but never forgotten.
Jim & Barb Hemminger
Dane, Georgia, Logan, Marina
So sorry to hear of Calvin’s passing.
Jim & Barb Hemminger
Shannon, Randy & family
So sorry to hear of Calvin’s passing. Our condolences.
Erik Sundström
I didn’t know Calvin long but I enjoyed having chats with him at his place. We meshed on a lot of subjects and I appreciated his fire and zeal when it came to pointing out the stupidity of things in this world that just don’t make any sense. He was a very hospitable and generous guy and I can only imagine the void his absence will make in his family. Rest my friend.
Donna Burgoyne
My deepest condolences to Calvin’s family. John and I so enjoyed the times we spent with him over the years.
Robert Hirst
Dear Aunty Blythe and family: We are sending you all our love and prayers at this difficult time. We did not see Calvin that often but when we did get together we had such good times. He will be so missed. All our love to you all, Bob and Lorraine and family
Jan & Ron Hoffman
To All Those Who Knew and Loved Calvin, please accept our most sincere condolences.
We enjoyed the pleasure of being part of Calvin’s life for many years — as friends, as “old car buddies,” as work mates with Calvin, Georgia, Sheri and Marina; together with Blythe, Glen, Joan and Bill as proud parents watching our children play Hockey and Ringette and mature into fine adults and great parents; and finally, as proud grandparents at many arenas watching Dane, Rylan and Logan play hockey. Our friend is now at Peace and our memories are dear. Our love to all!
Jan and Ron Hoffman
Geraldine Beuckx
Our deepest sympathy to Georgina, Sheri, Marina, Dane and Logan and Blythe. Grant and Shannon..Lyle was a friend of Calvin and will remember him for his sense of humor and the love he had for his family….R.I.P……Lyle and Geraldine Beuckx
Brenda Dawson
My deepest condolences to everyone. The memories associated with Calvin always brings a smile to my face. You fought long and hard, now its time to rest. Like the saying says “this is not a good bye, just a moment in time until we meet again.
Vickie Short
Our deepest sympathies to all of Calvin’s family and friends. His friendly smile will be missed on our community.
Greg & Vickie
Cathy urban
My Heart breaks for Dane Blythe and Family He was a joy and Urban Sales was lucky to have him.Atrue friend to Arnold And Allan.RIP
maryannesundstrom
I never got to meet Calvin. Was looking forward to go to L D B this fall. I’m so sorry to hear about your great loss. Georgia,Logan,Marina and the Hurst family,relatives and friends.
It sounds like he was a well loved person and will be missed. My prayers of comfort to all of you.
Maryanne and Gerry Sundstrom
Joyce Simcoe
Thinking of all of Calvin’s family and friends sending my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
So very sorry for your loss.
Denise Robertson
My heart goes out to you Georgia and families. My condolences to you all.
Kristy Thomson
Our deepest sympathies to all of Calvin’s Family & Friends. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love Aunty Kristy, Uncle Daryl, Samantha & Nikki
Gwen Veilleux
Sending condolences to all of Calvin’s family and friends. Thinking of you at this difficult time. With sympathy from Clifford and Gwen