Kenneth "Ken" Howard Calcote
December 31, 1959 ~ May 30, 2022
Kenneth Howard Calcote, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, the 30th day of May 2022. He was 62 years of age. Ken was born in Palestine, Texas, to parents Howard and Althea Moore Calcote on the 31st day of December 1959.
Ken attended Palestine High School and then went on to receive an associate degree from Trinity Valley Junior College. During this time, he worked for Richard Reed Surveyors. He then moved to Houston to work for Brown and Root, followed by Intergraph, and then many years with IBM. Ken's last years were spent working for the Better Business Bureau of Houston as a District Service Manager.
Ken enjoyed many years of traveling all over the world. He loved to cook and enjoyed walking his beloved dog, Harry, just so he could visit with his neighbors. Ken lived in the Heights neighborhood in Houston and loved having the neighborhood kids use his pool. Most of all, he loved his family and all the time they were able to spend together.
Ken joins in Heaven his parents, Howard and Althea Calcote.
Ken leaves behind two sisters, Linda Barnett and husband Toby of Palestine, Texas, and Nancy Linstrom and husband Mike of Ft. Worth, Texas; nieces Krystal Magee and husband Andy, Tobie Pond and husband Chad, Meagan Linstrom, Emily Linstrom, and Alexis Linstrom. He is also survived by great nieces Haley Barnett, Gracie Carpenter, Claire Pond, Kathryn Pond, and Caroline Pond; great nephew Boyce Magee; and cousins, Patricia Jarret, Sherry Maynard Schroeder, Terry Smith, Louann Shaver, Melodee Byrd, Bobby Wolfe, Ricky Wolfe, Cindy Lou Elliott, Betty Conway, Don Calcote, and Beverly Meyer. He also leaves behind his beloved dog, Harry, two very special neighbors and friends, Ruth Spillman and her sister, Beverly Keil, and many many other friends.
A memorial service to celebrate Ken's life is to be conducted at eleven o'clock in the morning on Wednesday, the 8th day of June 2022 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel with Ben Rhone officiating.
In addition to the memorial service a separate Celebration of Life Block Party for Ken's neighbors, friends, coworkers, and church members will be held at a later date on the 18th day of June, at half-past ten o'clock in the morning at Ken's house in Houston, Texas.
Memorial and cremation services for Kenneth Howard Calcote are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas.
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I am so sorry to hear this…one of the most courageous men I know. Prayers for comfort for all who were blessed by him.
Ken was a lovely person with a warm smile and infectious personality. I enjoyed our visits and laughs together. I only wish thered been more. Prayers for peace and comfort for his family. He will be missed.
Ken was a beloved and treasured member of Resurrection MCC and the River of Joy HOME Group as well as a dear friend to his co-workers at the Better Business Bureau. He always had a smile to share and lots of delicious treats to bring to the table. May he and his family be enfolded in Love everlasting
Linda and family, please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your beloved brother. May his many memories soon turn your tears to smiles. Prayers are with each one of you.
Love,
Pat Browne
I have known the Calcote family for 40+ years having attended Palestine High School with both Ken and Nancy. My heart goes out to them, especially given the recent passing of their sweet mother, Althea. Ken and I were good friends for years and lived in the same Houston neighborhood for a short time where our dogs played together. I can’t recall a time when Ken was not smiling and laughing. Sending prayers for strength and comfort to his family at this difficult time.
Ken was one of my ushers at Resurrection MCC. After he lost his leg I got to stay at his house for a few days to help support him. We had some great talks, played with Harry, met his mom and sisters. I attended PT appts with him and celebrated when he first walked back into the church. Ken was a very gentle, kind and caring friend. I regret not visiting him more during the pandemic. Love you Ken. God bless
I shared a lot of time with Ken when diabetes took his leg. He let me stay at his house for a few days to help him when he got home from the hospital. I walked Harry. I went to PT with him and helped him to “walk” into the church for the 1st time. I had many many great talks and visits with Ken and we became bosom buddies. I got to meet his mom and sisters. The pandemic brought about very few visits and my regret is that I didn’t stay in better touch with Ken. Loved you like a brother Ken – may your family and friends feel the love and care you gave. God bless.
Ken was a wonderful man. our family had grown so fond of Kens evening walks with Harry out in the front yard. While walking by his house shortly after his passing we all took a moment to share what we loved about him the most. Eloise (9) said she was so encouraged by he pressed through obvious pain and discomfort with a positive attitude and smile on his face at all times, Isaac (6) shared that he always looked forward to seeing Kens smiling face and getting to play with Harry, and Oscar (3) said that he loved saying hi to Ken cause he was always so happy to say hi back.
We only got to know Ken for the last three years and he made a mark on us that will last forever. We are so thankful to have been blessed by his presence and cant wait to see him again.
Ken was such a pillar of strength for me. I remember going to visit him when he was recovering from a major surgery last year. He did h did his best to put everyone else at ease. He was so gracious and so funny. Ken, while this world suffers your loss, Im quite sure the angels are laughing out loud and eating much better since you arrived. I look forward to a time when we can meet again. With sorrow, much love and respect.
I had no idea Ken had passed away! So young! I remember when he was still in high school and he and his family were our neighbors! My condolences to his family!