Michael Calpin, 71, of the Minooka section of Scranton, died Saturday at Regional Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He and his wife, the former Mary Gallagher, celebrated their 50thwedding anniversary July 26th.
Born in Scranton, the son of the late Thomas and Patricia O'Malley Calpin, he was a graduate of South Catholic and attended Penn State University. He was a member of the Divine Mercy Parish, Minooka.
Prior to his retirement, Michael spent 25 years as a Scranton firefighter. Following retirement, he enjoyed spending time with his family, listening to music, relaxing on the back porch and indeed, his daily trips to Gerrity’s Supermarket.
A true handyman, he could fix or build anything. He loved his tools and loved having a reason to use them. He was everyone's first call if your car broke down or if something in your house needed to be fixed.
Surviving are his two sons, Michael and fiancé Sandra Lopez, Scranton; Daniel and his wife Tiffany, Moosic; daughter Katie Harding and husband Thomas, Harrisburg; 3 brothers, Kevin Calpin, Minooka; Bob Calpin and wife Celeste; Minooka, John Calpin, Minooka; 2 sisters, Patty Regan and husband Jack, Bradenton Fl.; Mary Ellen Disilvio and husband Peter, Newfane, NY; sister-in-law, Ellen Kosar of Archbald and fiancé John Kearney; and many nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by a sister, Kathy Moran, two brothers James and Thomas Calpin and his brother-in-law, Michael Kosar.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday at 10:30am in Divine Mercy Parish, Davis St. Interment, private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call in the Church starting at 9am. Arrangements by Eagen-Hughes FH, 2908 Birney Avenue, Scranton.
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gary hughes
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sorry to see you go my friend whenever we crossed paths I always walked away with a smile The lord always chooses the best
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Al Lucas
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I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. It was a pleasure serving with him for 25 years at the Scranton Fire Dept. He was one of the good one's. RIP "Flatback"
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Katrina Boucher
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Dear Katie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying that God bring you comfort during such a difficult time. All my love, Katrina
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Thomas Maloney
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My condolences go out to his family. I went to school with Mike many moons ago. R.I.P. my friend.
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Judy Luciani
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Mary, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. My heart is with you and your family. Sending warm thoughts.
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Diane (Davis) Ferrerio
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My deepest sympathy goes out to Mary and all of the family.
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Jim
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God bless Mike and his family. He was a kind soul, always thinking of others. His beautiful daughter donated scores of Happy Meal toys she collected over the many years to children fighting cancer due to Mike telling her about a about a young Scranton boy with leukemia. The last time I saw Mike was on the gun range. I now wish I knew it would be my last time we'd say goodbye. He was the kind of guy no matter how long you'd go without seeing him your friendship would pick right back up where we left off. Mike was the kind of man who left the world a better place. We will miss you old friend.
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John Gordon
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My condolences to the entire Calpin family. May Mike rest well.
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Ed Lewandoski
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This is a tough loss for me because I used to have a lot of good times with Mike back when we worked at RCA. He was always a happy guy. My condolences to the family.
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Joe Lotz
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My deepest sympathies to the Calpin family. Mike was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him. A good firefighter and a good person. Rest in peace Mike.
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Joe Lotz
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My deepest sympathies to the Calpin family. Mike was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him. A good firefighter and a good person. Rest in peace Mike.
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Tony Price
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God Bless Mike from the PSU Court Jesters that loved him. The world lost a good man with a great sense of humor
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William Osborne
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Deepest sympathies Osborne family
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Lisa Moore
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I am deeply saddened of the passing of your husband father and brother we met at Gerritys in Moosic where I work at the hot foods such a wonderful man always happy may he rest in peace love and prayers to all of you
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Rich Budzinski
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So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We always had a lot of fun working together at RCA back in the day. He made everyone laugh and time flew by when you worked with Mike. RIP my friend.
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