Riel Calvin Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Riel Calvin (San Francisco, California), born in Charlotte, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 25, 2026 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Riel departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Riel may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Riel leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his mother Rosalie Henry; his parents-in-law, Lucille Smith and Jake Smith; and his siblings-in-law, James Smith, Rose Spears and Emperia Johnson.
He is survived by: his wife April "Penny" Calvin (Smith); and his cousins, Dominga Francis, Darwin Donovan, Maude Donovan and Madlin Taylor. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
