BORN

1936

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home

811 Finley Dr

Albion, Michigan

Sebastian Calderone Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2015.

Sebastian "Mike" Calderone, 10/19/1936 - 3/27/2015, age 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Albion, MI on Friday, March 27, 2015. Mike was a lifelong resident of Albion. He graduated from Washington Gardner High School, where he excelled at athletics. Mike had many hobbies, including trading stocks and watching MSU basketball and football - he also had a life-long passion for horses which he turned into a successful career, having trained many horses for clients throughout Michigan and beyond. Mike was a veteran of the Michigan Army National Guard, serving honorably with an artillery battery in his hometown of Albion. Mike was also retired from Starr Commonwealth in Albion, MI. Upon retirement from Starr Commonwealth, Mike developed a deep interest and passion for computers - he used his knowledge of computers to help many friends, neighbors and businesses with their computer issues and repairs.

Mike was a kind, giving, and deeply religious man who will be sadly missed by his many friends and family members, including brothers Salvadore "Sam" of Albion, MI and Anthony "Tony" of Battle Creek, MI; sisters Carmella of Albion, MI and Mary Ann of Wilton, CT. Mike is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents Victor and Elvira Calderone.

A Memorial Service will be held at St. John's Catholic Church, 1020 Irwin Avenue, Albion on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at 10 AM with
Father Joe Gray officiating.

A Rosary will be held Tuesday, March 31, 2015 at 7:00PM at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, Michigan 49224.

In Lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations to St. John's Catholic Church of Albion, MI.

www.jktiddfuneralhome.com

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June 2, 2015

Annie Allen

I am so saddened for I had no idea until today that my friend will no longer be showing up to spend time with me. I will so miss his stories, his wisdom and his kindness. Rest peacefully my friend I will miss you.

April 6, 2015

Mary Lee Norris

Here is the other picture of Mike I have. (I was only able to submit one on my previous comment.)

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April 6, 2015

Mary Lee Norris

My deepest condolences to the Calderone family. I knew Mike in the 1970s and early 80s before I moved from Michigan. We spent many a companionable hour talking over coffee at Denny's, along with a group of other regulars. I also used to hang out at a stable where Mike worked and watch him work with the horses. Sometimes he let me help out (I was a young horse nut) by walking horses down after a workout. He was one of the most interesting, smart, kind, and gentle people I have ever known, and I have thought of him so many times over the years. I am so sorry to learn of his passing but feel so privileged to have known him. He had a dry and playful sense of humor, and I can see the laughter in his eyes as if it was yesterday. RIP, old friend. I would like to share a couple of pictures. They were taken by a mutual friend--it must have been around 1979 or '80.

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April 4, 2015

I am sorry Nina left us. I have not seen him in a few years, but I will always remember him as a very humble and very intelligent person. I vividly remember enjoying some conversations with him. He treated me as an equal even when I was younger. I am sorry I could not make the memorial service. I share your sorrow.

With love
Vickie Calderone Finley

April 1, 2015

Mary Green

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing - he was a fabulous horse trainer. Our paths crossed many times over the years. I would 'test' ride some of the young TB's he started when we both were training out of an Arab farm near Litchfield. We also trained out of several other barns and one of my students used to gallop some of the TB's for his clients. I'm glad there was family with him to the end. He was a very special person.

April 1, 2015

Heidi Fast

May Mike Rest In Peace. He had so much horse knowledge and always willing to stop and talk. May his family find comfort in the many memories.
Heidi Fast, Marshall MI

April 1, 2015

Chris Calderone

Thank You! Thank you for giving me the privilege of being such a big part of your life - thank you for your wisdom, guidance, and kindness - and thanks for always being there for Zach, Zoe and Theresa.

I will forever cherish our conversations around politics, finance, and life in general.

RIP my fellow veteran and beloved uncle!

April 1, 2015

Joan Walsh

Thank You Sebastian for helping me with my computer in the "early days".

I didn't know you were a horseman!

I am happy to count you as friend.

March 31, 2015

Jim and Katherine Huffman

Many great memories with mike. I don't remember a time when he wasn't around our house and the horses. He always had double mint gum to give my sister and I and I will always remember making him mad because I would try to take his hat when I was little. As of late he would always play with my kids and we enjoyed his company. He will be missed! My wife will miss their conversations about Catholicism and the interest he showed in our family.

March 31, 2015

Pam Alsbury

Mike trained my first two horses. He was a talented horse trainer and good person. May God Bless Mike.

March 31, 2015

Lisa Ragan

I remember Sebastian being such a large part of our lives. He and my Dad, Bob Fisher had been friends since High School and he also worked for my Dad and in turn adopted all of my brothers and I. He always told us such funny stories. He would come out to swim and would end up swimming half of the lake. We were always afraid that he was going to be hit by a boat!! Our deepest sympathy to the whole Calderone Family. We will sincerely miss Sebastian.

March 31, 2015

David Church

One of the very best friends I have ever had always enjoyed talking to him about kids,computers and politics and how much everything has changed in the last 45 years. It makes me sad to hear he has passed he will be missed prayers to his Family.

March 31, 2015

Lyn Castro

Please accept our Family's sincerest sympathy for the demised of Mr, Sebastian "Nini" Calderone. He was a good person. We will surely missed him but definitely not forgotten...

March 31, 2015

Paul Calderone

Funny, talented, humble, kind and generous only begin to describe the man. He leaves big shoes for us to fill. To the one who always showed up, at what seemed like exactly the right time, out of nowhere, uncanny, like magic - RIP and Godspeed, my uncle, my brother.

March 31, 2015

Jan Spierings

I want to express my sympathy to the Calderone family on the loss of "Nini". He was my wife Lisa's Uncle who was very kind and I enjoyed very much. I thought he was generous and always wanted to help people with his computer skills. I have very fond memories of him.

March 30, 2015

I am filled with sorrow on hearing Sebastian's death. He has remained a dear friend for years and leaves me with tears and many great memories to cherish.
My thoughts are with his family.

March 30, 2015

Carol deNicola

My deepest sympathy to the family of Sebastian. He was a dear friend and will be missed. May he rest in peace.

March 30, 2015

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March 30, 2015

sheila Neve

I'm so sorry to hear of the lost in the Calderone family.
I have met some the Calderone family and found them very welcoming.
Paul Calderone is my son-in-law. He lives in New Jersey.
My thoughts to you all. On this sad occasion.
Sheila Neve. London. England.

March 30, 2015

MR.CALDERONE,THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR GREAT NATION.RIP.

March 30, 2015

Our Uncle "Nini" will be missed by all his nieces and nephews. Lisa Calderone Spierings, Paul Calderone, Julianna Horwitz Fritz, Timothy Calderone, Christopher Calderone, Marilyn Calderone and Suzanne Calderone.

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