Early Years

Calvin Clark, 86, departed this life on August 13, 2025, at Novant Hospital in Mint Hill, North Carolina. He was born on June 30, 1939, in Purcellville, Virginia, the second of four children of the late Rollins Sr. and Beatrice Clark. Calvin attended Carver Elementary School in Purcellville before graduating from Douglass High School in 1959. During his high school years, Calvin held many roles, including driving the school bus, a responsibility that gave him countless adventures and stories he would later share with his family. He also drove buses for the football and basketball teams, proudly transporting both the boys' and girls' teams to their games.Golf, Horse Racing, and Redskins

One of Calvin's greatest passions was sports. He enjoyed playing golf whenever he could, a love that began in his youth as a caddy at the Purcellville Country Club. Calvin was also an avid horse racing fan, delighting in watching and betting on the races, and he was the #1 Washington Redskins fan, never missing a Sunday game.

Career

Calvin's strong work ethic and mechanical skills shaped his professional journey from Lincoln Mercury in Bethesda, Maryland, where he worked as a mechanic, to Mid-Atlantic Cars, where he served as President of Transportation.

The Love of His Life

While attending Douglass High School, Calvin's eye was caught in the gym one day by a "pretty redbone" named Carolyn Hall of Middleburg, Virginia. Carolyn had already heard of Calvin's reputation as a ladies' man and was determined to resist his charm, but Calvin's persistence paid off. The high school sweethearts attended both junior and senior proms together, graduating in June 1959. A month later, on July 18, 1959, they were married at the home of Calvin's parents in Purcellville, Virginia. Their love story lasted 61 years, until Carolyn's passing in 2021. Calvin's world was shattered, and he missed his "Baby Cakes" every day until he joined her in paradise on August 13, 2025. Together in life, together now in death, reunited in God's glory. From their beautiful union, they were blessed with three sons: Mark Clark (Brenda) of Charlotte, NC, Randy Clark (Phyllis) of Concord, NC, & Danny Clark (Stacey) of Charlotte, NC. Their legacy continues through 6 grandchildren: Antoine Clark (Tracy), Bryan Clark, Ronde Miller (Jackie), Phillip Clark, Brandi Clark (fiancé Jaquante), & Dr. Tyler Clark. And blessed with 4 great-grandchildren: Maleya and Mila Miller, Carolena Clark, & bonus great-grandchild Natalie Sanchez.

Cherished Family

Calvin's memory will live on in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Rollins Clark Jr. (Ann); sisters-in-law Helen Hall, Ollie Hall, and Mary Randolph; and brothers-in-law Elwood "Ted" Hall, Herbert Randolph, and Curtis Hatcher. Calvin was everyone's favorite uncle—and that ain't no lie. He had a special bond with his many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews. They sought his love, wisdom, and humor, and he never failed to leave them with laughter, encouragement, and joy.

A Surrogate Father

Calvin's heart was vast. While raising his own three sons, he also opened his home and his heart to many others, including his nephew Shelton Creamer (Stacy) of Charlotte, NC. He stood in the gap for countless young people, serving as a surrogate father, coach, mentor, and friend. After high school games, he often stopped at McDonald's, never knowing how many kids he would be feeding that night—but it didn't matter; all were welcome and all were fed. The Clark home became a second home for many, filled on weekends with joy, laughter, and love.

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