Dear Betty and the Lavely Family, I was saddened to hear of Calvin's passing and sorry for your loss. Calvin and his family were great neighbors and always there when needed. Calvin was always around when I found myself in a jam. When my brother slammed my fingers in a the car door, Calvin ran next door and unlocked the door as I wailed in pain. Another time, Calvin pulled me out of the hedge after I wrecked Jeff's motorbike and went flying into the hedge. He was a special man, always with a smile and helping hand.

James Wilson

Calvin was a very special man. I didn’t know him for long but I’m so grateful that I got to know him. Sitting and having a chat with him and listening to his life stories was always the highlight of my day. He had the biggest heart and would always get so teary eyed when talking about how much he loved his family. Calvin was a truly rare gem and I’m so sad that I won’t have a chance to speak to him again. Sending lots of love to all of his family and friends.

So very sorry to hear of Calvin's passing. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Brad and Sally Fisher

John, keeping you and the whole family in my prayers with the passing of your father. He sounds like someone every loved and everyone was better by knowing him. Hugs, Beth Anne

Condolences to the Lavely Family on Calvin’s passing. He was such a nice person. Always had a big smile on his face and we both enjoyed working with him at the Post Office

Ken and Kathy Cariens

Remembering Cal as our mail carrier for many years on Greenwood Drive, and his sons as friends of our sons throughout k-12. My thoughts and deepest sympathy are with all the family, Ellen Caplan

Dear Betty,

I am so glad I got to know you folks through church. I looked forward to our hugs before church every Sunday. And your daughter Judy has become a friend. What a wonderful family! May God wrap his arms around you all in the days ahead and give you peace and comfort. Many Blessings, Leora Hein

Betty and family,

Remembering a true gentleman and fine citizen of the community. Please know our thoughts are with you.

Terry enjoyed wood carving with Calvin. He was a great person. God’s blessings to the family

Betty, So sorry to hear of Calvin's death. He was a super guy. We enjoyed him very much. Sure have missed you at Palm Shadows, Donna. Our sincere sympathy. Keith and Bonnie Johnston

Betty and family—we were very sorry to hear of Calvin’s passing. We remember lots of fun times square dancing at Ocean Waves dances with you both. He always had a smile to share with everyone. I also enjoyed visiting with you at the farmer’s markets. He was such a good man and will be greatly missed. May you feel peace in the days ahead. Jim and Pat Williams

Dear Betty, I am sorry for your loss of Calvin. I got to know both of you at the Iowa City Saturday morning farmer’s markets. I bought many beautiful wood items, especially your rolling pins. I told Calvin this pin is going to the Czech Republic as a wedding present for friends. He was so pleased and gave me a hug! I always enjoyed talking to both of you at market!

Jane,

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Treasure the good memories.

Norm Zeithamel

A true quality family. A great group of people to know of solid values and kind hearts. Calvin always had a smile on his face. I knew him for many years as he and my father worked their careers at the Post Office. I went to school with three of Calvin's kids and enjoyed knowing all of them.

Fred and I had the opportunity to meet Calvin and Betty while dining at the casino with Jane. We all had a wonderful dinner and we spent the dinner swapping stories about bowling with Jane. Fred and I will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Love Pat & Fred Zimmerman

So sorry Betty I have missed you two sorry to see he passed away I will be thinking of you at this difficult time.prayers be with you and your family praying for comfort and peace

So sorry to hear of this sad time in life. Calvin was a long time friend, especially to Jim as living neighbors during school years at Lone Tree. He WILL be missed!!!

Betty and family

So sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Keith and Judy Grothe

My thoughts and prayers to Calvin's family. He was a good man and I will never forget the kindness he bestowed upon me and how hospitable he was to me being apart of the family. I will remember the fond memories I have visiting him and Betty at Farmer's market and going to visit them was a reason I began going so many years ago. He will be greatly missed.

Betty, this is Ron Purvis. I am the son of Don and Ted, and a high school classmate of Carol. My mind is clouded right now, as I just lost my sister a week ago, but when I saw the passing of Cal, I knew it rang a bell in my mind because my mother and dad spent a lot of time with you before they moved to Missouri. They talked of you so fondly and truly loved your friendship. My deepest sympathy on the loss of Cal. My prayers go to you and your family.

Please accept our sincerest condolences. Del & Pam Kissinger

Lovely family-

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your dad always had a smile on his face and no matter how long it had been since you ran into him or your mom he would always greet you as if it was just yesterday that we saw each other. Such a sweet and devoted man! Many hugs during this difficult time but memories of the good times will help you to heal.

Mary (Moore) Gaffey

Dear Lavelys' The best memories of our childhood and neighborhood had everything to do with your family. We so appreciated having the best neighbors that we could also call friends. Very sorry for your loss. Mr Lavely was a wonderful man. From Kay, Tom, Mary, Jim and Michael Wilson

I am so very sorry for your loss. I missed you two dearly when you moved. Thinking of you Betty. Take care. CALVIN GOD BLESS

We’re so very sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts. What a wonderful long life he had! HUGS. Don and Tami Rinehart