Calvin Richard Harbidge was born March 29th, 1954 in Matsqui BC.and passed away June 28, 2021. He moved to Tranquille Valley when he was only a baby. As a youngster he helped out on the family ranch and attended school, where he was taught by his mother Doreen. Over the years, Calvin worked as a carpenter on many construction projects on Vancouver Island with his dad Cecil and also local projects throughout Kamloops. He loved to paint, garden, and was an avid fisherman. Cal loved spending time in nature, but the thing he loved most was spending time with his two daughters Brittany and Nicole (The Girls). As a father, he spent countless hours working on treehouses, building go-karts, fishing on the lake, reading bedtime stories, and sitting by the campfire. In 2008 and again in 2014 Cal gained the title of Papa, which he wore with great pride. He leaves behind two beautiful grand-daughters who will cherish the many memories they have made with their papa.
Calvin was a devoted son, and loved his parents Cecil and Doreen dearly. He had a very close relationship with them and spoke with them daily until they left this earth. He was very fortunate to have a loving sister (Judy) and two brothers (Darryl and John) who loved and cared for him throughout his many health battles over the years.
Cal will be lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Brittany & Nicole, two son in laws, Jon & Curtis, his two grand-daughters Maddi & Brooklyn, his sister Judy (Rick), brother Darryl, brother John (Elaine) and many wonderful nieces and nephews. He has gone to join his parents Cecil & Doreen who have been patiently waiting for him. May he rest in Peace.
We would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Interior Community Services and the volunteers of Meals on Wheels for their thoughtfulness and compassion over the past few years.
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Your tribute to your dad brings tears to my eyes. I have been a family friend since Cal was still a teen. So glad you have so many many memories of his loving fatherly care.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We are sharing the many memories we had with him over the years which brings some peace.
Thank you very much for your kind words. We are sharing the many memories we had with him over the years which brings some peace.
So sorry to hear of Cal’s passing. Remembering him as a young man in Tranquille Valley when pastures were green and full of promise. My condolences to you all.
Judy, so sorry for you and your family in the loss of your brother. It has been a tough couple of years for you and I think about you and Doreen often.
Big Hugs!