Calvin Beaubien

ADRIAN – Calvin “Cal” Beaubien, age 83 of Adrian, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Lenawee Medical Care Facility where he had been under the constant care of his loving family. Cal was born March 4, 1925 in Milan, Michigan the oldest son of Leo and Rose (Serin) Beaubien. During the Korean War he served in the Army. On April 30, 1949 Calvin married Anna May Pelham in Hudson, Michigan. Annie, his wife of over 50 years, preceded him in death in 2000. Cal was well-known in the Adrian community. For 44 years he owned and operated Cal’s Amoco, retiring in 1991. He was a faithful member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he counted the offerings for 67 years. Cal was a member of the Knights of Columbus #1665, Annis Fint Post #1584 of the VFW, Loyal Order of the Moose #1034 and the Farmers Antique Tractor and Engine Association. He was also a former Scout Master and delivered Meals on Wheels. Most precious to Cal was his family. Survivors include his seven children, Cathy Beaubien (Mark VanSteenkiste), Pat (Steve) Mills, both of Adrian; Mike (Sherrie) Beaubien of Manitou Beach; Dan (Becki) Beaubien, Barb (Mark) Stewart, Steve Beaubien and Tom (Cindy) Beaubien, all of Adrian; ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Also surviving is a brother, Leon (Bertie) Beaubien of Hudson; and two sisters, Marie (George) Libs, and Catherine (Ray) Pelham, both of Adrian. In addition to his wife, Cal was preceded in death by an infant son, James; a grandson, Ryan Mills; and two sisters, Rita Beaubien and Ethel Simpson. The Funeral Mass for Cal will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2009 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Father Robert Schramm presiding. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Friends may visit the family at Wagley Funeral Home on Friday from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. where a Prayer Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m. You may sign the register book or send condolences to the family at www.wagleyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Cal may be made to St. Mary’s Food Pantry, the Farmers Antique Tractor and Engine Association or Lenawee Medical Care Facility, where he received wonderful care. Envelopes are available at Wagley Funeral Home.

Calvin Beaubien

March 4, 1925 - January 14, 2009