Cecil Eugene Calvert

Cecil Eugene Calvert of Gilbert, AZ, passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2026. Cecil was born in Cairo, IL, to Orville and Mable Calvert on February 1, 1957. He grew up in Delray Beach, FL, and married his high school sweetheart, Karen, shortly after she turned 18. They have been inseparable ever since.

The joy of his life was his children, Chris, Colin, and Leah, and later, his grandchildren. He spent his earlier years cheering on his boys’ baseball games, watching his favorite sports teams, reading, and taking annual anniversary road trips with Karen. Later in life, he became known as Pastor Cecil. He led mission trips serving the people of Guatemala, ministered to people and helped them understand who they truly are in the eyes of their Savior, Jesus Christ; this was his true mission. Cecil was full of faith, slow to anger, humble, honoring of other and a spiritual father to many.

Cecil is survived by his wife of 49 years, Karen; his children, Chris (Tia) Calvert, Colin (Rachel) Calvert, and Leah (Edgar) PerezValerio; his beloved grandchildren, Claire, Nolan, Roscoe, Jackson, and Ruby; his three brothers, sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. Cecil is preceded in death by his father, his mother and his four sisters.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, June 6th, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Vida Church, 319 N 64th St, Mesa, AZ. All who knew him are welcome to join.

Flowers may be sent to the church. In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes monetary gifts to assist Karen with unexpected expenses during this difficult time. Remaining funds will be gifted to a ministry serving communities in Guatemala that was near and dear to Cecil’s heart. Donations may be sent via Venmo to @Karen-Calvert-21.