New York J 2245: Mourning the death of John T. Calvert, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

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J02245 Summary:

BILL NOJ02245 

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SAME ASNo Same As

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SPONSORHARCKHAM

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MLTSPNSR

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BILL NOJ02245 

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05/28/2026REFERRED TO FINANCE

06/02/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/02/2026ADOPTED

06/04/2026REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION

06/04/2026ADOPTED

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Senate Resolution No. 2245

BY: Senator HARCKHAM

 MOURNING the death of John T. Calvert,
 distinguished citizen and devoted member of his
 community

 WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and

 WHEREAS, John T. Calvert, of Croton-on-Hudson, New York, died on
February 16, 2026, at the age of 84; and

 WHEREAS, John T. Calvert was born to Thomas E. and Theresa (Cofield)
Calvert in Bronx, New York, on January 11, 1942; and

 WHEREAS, John Calvert spent a lifetime in the service of his
country, serving in the United States Army for two separate enlistments;
after serving the first time from 1959-1962, he was hired as an officer
with the New York City Police Department, assigned to the 46th Precinct
in the Bronx; and

 WHEREAS, In 1966, John Calvert re-enlisted in the Army, responding
to a sense of duty during the Vietnam War; he was trained as an
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Specialist and was sent to overseas
duty in South Korea; upon his final discharge from the Army in 1969, he
found a temporary security job as a "Peace Cop" with the organizers of
an outdoor music festival in Woodstock, New York; and

 WHEREAS, In 1971, John Calvert returned to the police force as an
investigator with the Westchester County Sheriffs' Department and
ultimately retired as a lieutenant; additionally, he served as a desk
officer, Detective Squad Supervisor, and Commanding Officer of the
Police Academy; and

 WHEREAS, After his retirement in 1990, John Calvert worked as
Financial Aid Officer for Pace University, spent a small time with a
custom picture framing business, and eventually transported special
needs children for the Croton Harmon School District; his calm demeanor,
ultimate patience, and understanding smile made him a beloved fixture
for children who knew him as simply "John"; and

 WHEREAS, John Calvert spent his remaining years dedicating his time
to his family; and

 WHEREAS, Leaving behind a remarkable legacy of public service, John
T. Calvert is survived by his wife, Hannah, whom he loved since they
were teenagers; brother, Eugene Calvert; three sons, Thomas, John Paul,
and James; and grandchildren, Caroline, Jack, Matthew, Eve, Nicole, and
Emilie; he was predeceased by his sister, Rosemary McCarthy, and
brother, Thomas Calvert; now, therefore, be it

 RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of John T. Calvert and to honor his enduring legacy; and
be it further

 RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the family of John T. Calvert.

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