With the greatest sadness, we had to say goodbye to our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother, Calvin, on Monday, May 18, 2020, after a long battle with cancer. Calvin was born on November 29, 1938, in Sherbrooke, Quebec, son of Hiram and Rhoda Belknap. He grew up in Baldwin’s Mills with his sister Betty (Jean-Paul Seguin) where he learned to love the countryside, nature and independence. Calvin was never happy unless he had work to do and being productive was how he measured his own success, and successful he was! He was proud to look after the home he and Lyse built for themselves, where he raised his family and cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who knew him as Papa. Like most grandparents, he offered lots of advice and a helping hand whenever it was needed. We might even say he got a little joy out of spoiling his grandkids when he thought it was the right thing to do.
Calvin worked for many years at Slalom Skiwear in Newport, Vermont and then finished his working career at the Crystal Lake Cemetery, in Stanstead, where he took great pride in seeing that everything was done to the highest standard.
In his later years, Calvin and Lyse had more time for themselves and enjoyed traveling extensively in their motor home. They spent many weekends at the ocean and several winters in the south. Of course, all those excursions were best if the kids and grandkids were included.
Calvin was blessed to have Lyse by his side to the very end and the family is extremely grateful to the Coaticook CLSC and Dr. Benoit Gauthier who did everything to make his last days as comfortable as possible.
Calvin will be forever in the hearts of his wife Lyse, his sister Betty, his son Brian ( Joanne), his daughter Lysa (Brian), his grandchildren Jacob, Josh (Jasmine), Philip (Ni-Chelle), Jordan and Naomi as well as his great-grandchildren Malia and Landon.
There will be a celebration of Calvin’s life later in the summer. Donations in memory of Calvin may be made to the Crystal Lake Cemetery, 250, Curtis Rd, Stanstead, QC, J0B 3E0.
Messages de sympathie
I am blessed to have worked with you at slalom skiwear in Newport vt. We did a lot of wood together and a lot of work at slalom. I like seeing your old blue convertible car you had. The Christmas parties at your house was gracious!
My condolences to Lyse and the family!
- Lester. Carbonneau, le
9 décembre 2023
Il n'y a pas de mots pour exprimer à quel point nous sommes affligés par la dure perte que vous vivez. Nous espérons simplement que notre sympathie vous apportera un certain apaisement.
- Lucie Marcoux Gaston Tremblay, le
23 mai 2020
Sincèrement désolés d'apprendre cette triste nouvelle. Sincères condoléances à toute la famille et bon courage à vous tous.
Normande et Denis Ferland
- Normande Ferland , le
23 mai 2020
Our deepest sympathies to the family. The last time we spoke you had mentioned he wasnt doing well and i wanted to go see him. I am so sorry for your loss Lyse.
- Richard Belknap, le
22 mai 2020
Sincere sympathies to your family in your very sad loss.
- Aline Patterson, le
22 mai 2020
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Mr Belknap . My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to his family . My heart goes out to each and everyone of you and I will keep you in my thoughts at this sorrowful time .
I have fond memories of this man that made everyone he met feel like a friend. ❤️
- Lise Carbonneau , le
21 mai 2020
Toutes mes sympathies chère Lyse ainsi qu'à toute ta famille ❤️
- Cécile Larocque Roy, le
21 mai 2020
Salut Brian, Lysa et Madame Belknap. Je vous dis mes plus profondes sympathies pour la perte de cet homme. Je n'ai que des bons souvenirs de Calvin. Mes pensées sont avec vous.
- Serge jacques , le
21 mai 2020
May jour faith and the love of family & friends confort you in this time of sorrow.
- Marie-May Larocque D'Annunzio, le
21 mai 2020
Sincere sympathies to all of you
- Henk and Vicki Stremmelaar, le
21 mai 2020
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time, my deepest sympathies to the family.
Darryl and Darlene
- Darlene Lussier, le
21 mai 2020
Mes sincères sympathies à toute la famille.
- Jessica Goodsell , le
21 mai 2020
I only have very good memories of Calvin, steak and fries in your very cool basement!! Rest in Paradise xxoo
Tracy
- Tracy Lynn Wing, le
21 mai 2020
Our deepest condoleances to you and your family. May God comfort you and your family during these difficult moments.
Richard L. and Diane (Gilbert) Smith
Stanstead, Qc
- Diane Gilbert, le
21 mai 2020
CHERE LISE JE TE SOUHAITE LA FORCE ET LE COURAGE DE POUVOIR VIVRE TON DEUIL LIZETTE LAROCQUE DI LAZZARO
- LIZETTE LAROCQUE DI LAZZARO , le
21 mai 2020
Just read about Calvin's passing. My deepest sympathies to all of you ! You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I remember him as such a happy go lucky person with always a big smile . R.I.P. Calvin!
- Carole Daviau, le
21 mai 2020
My deepest sympathies to you and your families. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
- Penny Dubois, le
21 mai 2020
Mes sincères condoléances à toute la famille
- Maryse Boulet , le
21 mai 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à toute votre famille !
Nous pensons à vous en ces moments difficiles.
Onil Caron et Jeanne Comeau
- Jeanne Comeau, le
21 mai 2020
I just read this sad news about Calvin. I want to offer my heartfelt sympathies to you all. You are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Bless you all
- Kathy Sheldon, le
21 mai 2020
I just read this sad news about Calvin. I want to offer my heartfelt sympathies to you all. You are in my prayers during this difficult time.
Bless you all
- Kathy Sheldon, le
21 mai 2020
Toutes mes sympathies mon chum et à ta famille
- Sylvain Pouliot, le
21 mai 2020
Chère amie,
Mes sincères condoléances à toi et toute la famille . Tu es dans mes pensées et mes prières.
May He Rest In Peace.
- Sylvia Surprenant, le
21 mai 2020
My deepest sympathies goes out to you and family .
- Sylvie-Randy Warner, le
20 mai 2020
My deepest sympathies goes out to you and family .
- Sylvie-Randy Warner, le
20 mai 2020
Bonjour ma belle. Je suis désolée pour la perte de ton « papa». Nous avons travaillé ensemble toi et moi chez Technomatic à Sherbrooke. Je garde toujours un bon souvenir de toi. C'est difficile de perdre un parent. Surtout en ces temps exceptionnels. Tu es une chic fille et je ne t'ai pas oublié. A bien y penser, chaque fois que tu penses à ton père, un sourire apparaît sur ton visage. C'est inévitable, comme par magie. On repense aux nombreux souvenirs. Alors,pour l'avenir, je te souhaite du courage et mille sourires.
- Monique Bouchard , le
20 mai 2020
My deepest condolences, Lyse so sorry about your loss.My prayers are with you and the family.
- Chantal Lapointe, le
20 mai 2020
My deepest condolences, Lyse so sorry about your loss.My prayers are with you and the family.
- Chantal Lapointe, le
20 mai 2020
My deepest condolences, Lyse so sorry about your loss.My prayers are with you and the family.
- Chantal Lapointe, le
20 mai 2020
Nous compatissons de tout coeur avec vous
et nous tenons à vous dire,que nos pensées vous accompagnent
en ces jours de grande tristesse
Sincères condoléances
- Léo & Ghislaine Ladouceur, le
20 mai 2020
Je te souhaite mes sympathies ma belle Lyse ainsi qu'a ta familles bon courage les jours à venir je te fait un gros câlins en toute amitié.
Fleurette Lacroix
- Fleurette Lacroix, le
20 mai 2020
