Mr Calvin John Cole

Messages of condolence

Privileged to be able to call Calvin a friend since our days at secondary school. Top man, taken far too soon, however those fortunate to have known him will be left with many fond memories. Love to all the family Mark and Jackie xx

Mrs Jacqueline Hatton

Will miss you so much Calvin. You were such a lovely man.

Mrs Barbara Millard

Dear Linda and all the family, What a star Calvin always was - so kind and generous, funny , thoughtful and always interested in people , so supportive and always constructive. . He was so positive in dealing with his cancer, and in helping all those around him too. He will be enormously missed by so many With much love, Anth

Mrs anthea williams

Calvin will be missed by so many people - he was a truly great guy. He fought so hard to overcome his cancer. My thoughts are with Linda and the family at this very sad time.

Mr Chris Owen

With thanks to Farleigh and praise to Cancer Research for their dedicated work.

Mrs Linda Cole

Calvin as has been said many times truly was an inspirational & loyal friend to so many. He dealt with his cancer diagnosis in such positive fashion until the very end. We will forever cherish our memories of the last 25 years since he & Lin moved to Essex. Thank you for always being there for us Calvin. Gary & Sarah Mayhew x

Mr Gary Mayhew

Thoughts to the family at this sad time. Calvin was a wonderful person.

Miss Deborah Palmer

From all Calvin’s friends in the Aviva Family.

Aviva

You will be missed. Your belief and confidence in me was a guiding light. Karen Vogelwaid Sydney

Mrs Karen Vogelwaid

To Linda and the whole family, I am so very sorry for your loss. As you know, and as so many have said. Calvin was such a wonderful man, he will be missed so very much and our team will not be the same without him xx

Mrs Sophie Hickling

Dear Linda and family, Our thoughts are with you that this very sad time. It has been a privilege to work with Calvin for best part of the last 25 years at SwissRe and RGA. He was an inspirational leader, colleague and friend a true diamond. He will be missed terribly by us all. Rest in peace Calvin. Lots of love Vickie and Ali Finlayson x

Mrs Victoria Finlayson

Calvin was a superstar, so thoughtful, caring and non-judgemental. Such a sad loss for everyone, love and condolences to Linda, Adam, Meghann, Declan, Avril and Nadine.

Miss Rebecca Brain

In fond remembrance of our dear colleague and friend, Calvin. You were a guiding light and will be sorely missed; your memory will live on through the many whose lives you touched and inspired. RGA Italy Team

RGA Italy

In memory of my truly wonderful Brother. I was always so proud of Calvin, never more so than during the last few years as he faced his illness with courage, optimism and bravery. He was a very caring man always thinking of others before himself. I will miss you “little” brother.

Mrs Nadine Lewis

So many happy memories of a wonderful son, caring to the very end. Your Dad and I were always so proud of you. Taken from us much too soon. Rest in the arms of Jesus now. From your heartbroken Mum.

Mrs Averil Cole

I first met Calvin at M&G around 25 years ago and was lucky enough to work with him again at RGA. Always supportive of his colleagues, generous with his time and advice, and held with great respect. He will be greatly missed.

Mr Stephen Courquin

Calvin was a much loved, respected and valued part of our industry and lives. He will be missed. From all his friends and colleagues at Swiss Re/M&G

Swiss Re

Thank you for everything Calvin. Love Tony & Erika X

Mr anthony fowler

An inspirational man who will be sorely missed. Sleep well my friend xx

Mr Paul Jackson

You'll be greatly missed Calvin. Best wishes to your family. Debbie

Ms Debbie Bolton

Thank you for your kindness and support over the years. You will be greatly missed. RIP.

Mr Darren Lee

Calvin , thank you for all your support and kindness - you have been a true professional and have enriched the world and will be very much missed . God bless R

Mr Richard Helyer

Calvin was a wonderful man and a light has gone out. He taught me so much about people and humanity, as well as being a wise counsel when we were working together.

Mr David Gulland

We will miss you Calvin. Thanks for being not only a colleague but friend too. Will miss the debates and lunches. Karen and Jonny x

Mrs Karen Proctor