Calvin Lee Richmond

Calvin Lee Richmond was born to Maxine Cheeks Richmond and the late Isaac Richmond on October 19, 1945 in Washington, D. C. He was called home on September 28, 2006, after a brave and lengthy battle with illness. He was educated in Burlington, North Carolina as well as Washington, D. C. He also received college education and technology training in Prince George?s County, Maryland. He served in the United States Marine Corps from March 2, 1966 through February 2, 1968. During the Vietnam Conflict he was awarded two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. Upon completion of this exemplary service he was honorably discharged. Calvin Richmond continued to exemplify bravery and sense of duty when joining the District of Columbia Fire Department. During this tenure he established a reputation for dependability, responsibility and leadership. He served in this regard for nearly twenty-five years before retiring. While working as a firefighter, he was simultaneously dedicated and committed to upholding his second profession as a carpenter and contractor. He worked in this capacity for more than twenty years and has left his mark on dozens of homes, offices, churches and commercial establishments throughout the D. C. metropolitan area. Calvin Richmond leaves the legacy of CALSHA, an information technology consulting firm that he co-founded in 2001. His talents, knowledge and foresight established the foundation for a strong and stable company. He joined Israel Baptist Church in 1959, where he faithfully served on several committees, participated in many programs, and positively influenced the lives of countless people. His desire to promote brotherly unity led to participation in numerous community and civic activities. He is survived by his wife, Shawn Patrice Richmond; his mother, Maxine; three children, Nicole Remo, Khalik and Caleb; his mother-in-law, Sarah; three sisters, Betty Jean, Peggy and Parthenia; three brothers, Joseph Delores, Donald Vicki and James Ernestine; two uncles, Tom Liz and Oddie and a host of other relatives and friends. To send a lasting tribute or condolences to the Richmond family, please sign the Online Guestbook below. Click "Sign Obit".

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Calvin Lee Richmond

October 19, 1945 - September 28, 2006