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.
